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COCO BEACH 101 ACTIVITIES
 
 

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Updated 04/25/2008
 

AVAILABLE EVERYDAY

IN AND AROUND COCOBEACH

1.

Welcome Walk - Upon arriving at Coco Beach, talk with your Service Family for a welcome sightseeing and familiarization walk around the resort.

FREE
2.

Wogging Traill - Join our staff at 9:30am for a healthy walk. Meet them at the Dolphin 1 and trek around the resort. Free chilled Calamansi Water after your walk.

FREE
3.

Happy Hour Ballgame - From 16:00 to 17:00. The winner gets a shirt, the second gets a free happy hour drink and the loser is thrown in the swimming pool!

FREE
4.

Pig Game, Cork Game or Yatzee - When the Bartender is not too busy, play with them a round or two of these games. If you lose, you pay double for your drink and if you win, your drink is free!

FREE
5.

Beauty Parlor - Relax and rejuvinate yourself at our Beauty Parlor located at the Shopping Arcade. ( for a hair cut)

Php400
6.

Spa and Wellness - Enjoy a relaxing massage, a coffee, sugar or honey scrub; or a papaya wrap at our in-house spa. ( for a regular massage)

Php390
7.

Cacha by Inda - Our seamstress Inda will make a pair of pajama made of cacha (flour sacks). It is the original 100% cotton that gets softer and more comfortable the more you wash it. Visit Inda at her shop located at the Shopping Arcade. (for a set)

Php600 to 800
8.

Twelve Electronic Postcards - From 07:30 to 10:00 and 19:00 to 22:00. Send 12 E-postcards to your friends and families at our E-Cafe.

FREE
9.

Chess with your Service Family - Play Chess with your Service Family and if you win, you get a free diner at their private home but if you lose, you pay for the dinner with them.

FREE
10.

Video Room - Choose from our collection of videos and watch it at our Video Room beside the Barracuda Bar.

FREE
11.

Holiday Health Check - Our in-house doctor is always willing to give you a health check.
(for your Holiday Health Check)

Php500
12.

Holiday Tattoo - Get a “sexy” temporary tattoo that lasts from two to three weeks from our in-house artist. (for a small design)

Php150
13.

Boccia - Ask Belen or Darwin at the Activity Booth to teach you how to play. If you already know the rules, just get the balls at the gameroom anytime you want.

FREE
14.

Board Games - Any day and any time you like, borrow any of our board games at the Activity Booth. We have Scrabble, Pictionary, Jenga, Backgammon... we even have a Mahjong Set.

FREE
15.

Basketball Game - Play with or against other guests or join the staff on their afternoon play. Just ask Activity Guy Jojo about this.

FREE
16. Badminton - Play badminton at the Heritage Garden. Simply go to the Activity Booth to get your gear. FREE
17.

Paintball Game - Have an action and adventure with your friends. The Activity Guys will arrange this for you. (Minimum 6 pax for 2 hours- per person.)

Php800

 

WATER SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

18.

Glass-bottom Boat - From 10:00 to 16:00. Take a 45 minute trip with our Glass-bottom Boat and see the beautiful marine life and the wonders of the sea. Some descriptions and explanations will be provided by your guide. ( Minimum 4 pax. - per person.)

Php250
19.

Kayaking - From 10:00 to 16:00. You are only allowed to rent if you are a good swimmer.
( per person)

Php250
20.

Waterskiing - From 10:00 to 16:00. Try all the styles you want!( for 15 minutes)

Php620
21.

Wakeboard - From 10:00 to 16:00. Flip and ride the waves! (for 15 minutes)

Php620
22.

Banana Ride - Have fun on a 15-minute Banana Ride! . (Minimum 4 pax. - per person)

Php250
23.

Sea Relaxing - From 10:00 to 16:00. Relax on one of our tire-interior

FREE
24.

Introduction to Scuba Diving - Learn from the Pro. The Coco Divers will introduce you to
the wonderful world of Scuba diving. Book a day ahead.

FREE
25.

Scuba Diving - Puerto Galera has one of the most diverse and abundant marine life. Discover 30 beautiful dive sites with the Coco Divers.
- per dive with your own equipment
- per dive with rental equipment

US$ 28 US$34

 

TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS

Please book at least a day advance all trips ang excursions

26.

Free Boat - At 9:30am, a boat will bring you to another beach/cove...one day it is to Haligi Beach the next to Boquete or Bayanan. There are a lot of beautiful beaches to enjoy in Puerto Galera. Return to Coco Beach at 11:30 And every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday; Free Snorkeling Lessons and we’ll show you the best coral gardens.

FREE
27.

Speed Boat - Any day and any time you like. Explore more of the islands with our 115HP Speedboat! Good for 6 pax. (per hour plus cost of gasoline consumed)

Php3,000
28.

Ponderosa Golf & Country Club - A trip can be arranged any day you like. Please ask the Information Desk for fees and schedule

FREE
29.

Tamaraw Falls - A half-day tour with guide with great scenery on the way.
(Minimum 6 pax. - per person.)

Php600
30.

Dolphin Watching - Weather permitting and if the local boatman likes, get up early and watch for Dolphins. ( Minimum 6 pax.)
- if you see a Dolphins.
- if NO Dolphins are seen.

Php 1,400 Php 1,200
31.

Trekking Mt. Baclayan - Start at 08:30 on a halfday excursion to the Mangyan Settlement. You can also bring your old clothes to give to the Indigenous People of
Mindoro, they are more than happy to receive them. Minimum 4 pax.- per person.)

Php275
32.

Explore Unknown Beaches and Coves - Be a Robinson Crusoe for a day with one of the local boatman - weather permitting of course.( Maximum 6 pax per boat. - whole day.)

Php 1,500
33.

Apo Reef - If the weather forecast is good, we can arrange a special trip for you to one of the world’s most beautiful reef for 3 das and 2 nights. ( Minimum 6 pax.per person.)

Php 7,500
34.

Herpa World Zoo - On any day at 13:00, visit the Herpa World Zoo to see different types of animals especially reptiles from all over the world. ( Minimum 4 pax. - per person.)

Php 1,250
35.

Mindoro Round - Experience the island of Mindoro on a 6 day/ 5 night trip. Start with a boat ride to Abra de Ilog then a jeepney ride all the way to Pandan Island for 2 nights. Then a night at San Jose and another in Bulalacao. One night at a desserted island and one more in Calapan on your way back to Coco Beach. Includes acccommodation, transportation and guide. ( Minimum 4 pax. - per person.)

Php10,750
36.

Walk to Puerto Galera - We suggest you do this activity early morning or late afternoon so it’s not too hot. Signs and directions will guide your way from the Coco Beach Soap Workshop all the way to Puerto Galera Town Proper. It Takes around an hour.

FREE
37.

Hummer Jeep - Rent our strong Hummer Jeep and explore the island. Drive through rivers and rough terrain and into unbeaten paths of Mindoro and maybe, meet the
natives who might hitch a ride. (-first 2 pax; whole day with driver.)

Php3,250++
38.

Mountain Bikes & Safety Helmet - If you wish to cover more distance and still be able to pass through trails and side roads. ( per bike & helmet for the whole day)

Php 600
39.

Three Days Special - Sail, stay and fly. Leave Coco Beach early in the morning for Boracay via Calapan- Roxas-Caticlan route and see the countryside. Sail with
the local ferry to the island of Boracay and stay at Blue Mango Resort for two nights, inclusive of breakfast. Then fly back to Manila. ( Depends on hotel and flight availability.
Book at least 2 days in advance. Minimum 2 pax. - per person.)

Php11,250
40.

Twin Falls - A whole day of adventure awaits you! Trek through the jungle of Mindoro to get to the Twin Falls at the foot of Mt. Malasimbo. Inculdes river paddling,
seeing monkeys (if you’re lucky), food and guide. ( Minimum 6 pax. - per person.)

Php1,500
41.

Hidden Paradise Tour - At 09:30, leave for Puerto Galera where you will take a jeepney ride for about an hour and a half to Hidden Paradise in the town of Baco.
Includes guide, food and drinks. ( Minimum 6 pax. - per person.)

Php1,200
42.

Trip to Bulabod - Experience swimming in a nature spring and on the beach. Includes guide and food. ( Minimum 6 pax.- per person.)

Php 800
43.

Overnight in Manila - If you want to stay in Manila before going home for shopping maybe, we recommend to book you at two of the fantastic hotels in Manila (Double
Room). Rooms normally cost US$ 300 - 350 a night but if you book through us...includes Buffet Breakfast
Diamond Hotel
The Manila Hotel

 

 

US$140 Php5,000

44.

Manila City Tour & Sightseeing - On your day of departure, go with our early morning transfers to Manila and join our guided tour. Please book a daw before at the
reception. ( Minimum 2 pax.- per person.)

US$ 35

 

FOOD, DRINKS AND SPECIALS

45.

Sunset Cruise and Dinner Picnic at Haligi Beach - For a different setting and ambience. A romantic cruise and dinner in tropical paradise. If weather permits, of
course.(Minimum 4 pax. - per person.)

Php1,250
46.

Chef’s Special- Have a romantic candlelit dinner at the beach. Please arrange with your waiter at least 3 hours in advance and ask for the Chef’s Special Menu. ( Starts at- per person.)

Php 1,350+
47.

Midnight Lobster Spaghetti- On any night during your stay, order a lobster spaghettu with a half bottle of red Italian wine and served in your balcony. (per order.)

Php 1,150+
48.

Supreme Ceasar’s Salad and Mango Jubilee- Ask the headwaiter to prepare your salad or dessert right in front of your table. (Minimum 2 orders.per person per order.)

Php 330++
49.

Free Breakfast Room Service - when you think the restaurant is too busy and you want to enjoy your breakfast in your balcony, pull the cord and tell your Service Family that you would like to avail of the Free Room Service and what you want for breakfast. But please accept that it can only be served between 08:30 to 09:30 only.

FREE
50.

Dona Lina Restaurant Lunch Sets - Enjoy a three set menu lunch at the only revolving restaurant in the island. Some of the dishes for lunch is not available in the other restaurants at Coco Beach. Reserve at least a day before. ( Minimum 6 pax.- per person.)

Php 375++
51.

Barracuda Pica-Pica - If you’re still at the Barracuda Bar and having some drinks by midnight, the bartenders will serve free Pica pica or finger food for free!

FREE

 

CHILDRENS ACTIVITY

52.

Bubble Maker with Rex - Let your children give Scuba Diving a try with the Bubble Maker Lessons with the Coco Divers. - per lesson per child.

US$ 45

 

OUTREACH AND SCHOLARSHIP

53

Tree Planting at Mt. Malasimbo - in collaboration with the Municipal government and some NGOs of Puerto Galera, we form a weekly group t set a day to go up the mountains and our share to reforest our island.

 
54

Send a Mangan to School - Sponsor a deserving member of the minority tribe of Mindoro and send him/ her to school. Coco Beach and the local government are actively encouraging the Mangyans to be part of the government and activities through elping them get the right education to prepare themselves for a job and in helping their own tribe later on.

 
55

Adult Education and/or Mother Class - If you have some special skills, crafts or any lessons that can be shared to the community, please let us know about it and we will ask one of our staff to arrange in maximum three days a group to whom you can teach or train.

 
56

Bring Old Clothes for the Mangyan - You or your friends who may be coming to Coco Beach might want to bring your old clothes. Every Christmas day, we have
a few thousand Mangyans for lunch and the clothes you bring will be distributed to them on that day when we also give them rice and groceries after their meal. We would
be happy to receive any light clothing you may want to give for this cause.

 

SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES

IN AND AROUND COCOBEACH

57.

Billiard Tournament - Play 8 Balls at the Barracuda bar at 21:30 and every 11:00 on rainy days.Winner gets a wooden figure trophy. Every Monday and Friday.
(Participation Fee of - per player.)

Php100
58.

Dart Tournament - Be at the Barracuda Bar at 21:00 to join this tournament. Get a cocktail drink if you win! Every Monday.

FREE
59.

Tennis Tournament - Carding and Mario organizes this tournament happening at 16:00. Big prizes for the champion! Every Monday and Thursday.( Participation Fee - per player.)

Php150
60.

Workout at the Coco Gym - At 15:00, join an hour of workout with our cook Erico and Waiter Erwin. Every Monday and Thursday.

FREE
61.

Beach Volleyball Match - We use old and traditional rules for our Beach Volleyball. Losing team pays for a case of beer/softdrinks that will be enjoyed by all the players.
Every Friday at 17:00. But also available everyday if guests and waiters agree.

 
62.

Table Tennis Tournament - To be refereed by our Activity Supervisor Elian. Winner gets a specially designed shirt and the second placer gets a happy hour drink! Every Wednesday at 15:00.

FREE
63.

Frog Race - A one of a kind race arranged by our Bartenders. Minimum bet is Php 100 and the organizers get 20%. Every Tuesday and Friday at 18:30. - miminum bet

Php100
64.

Coco Jump - Have an exhilirating Coco Jump. A unique and exciting activity only at Coco! Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:00.

 
65.

Guitar Lessons - Learn to play the guitar from our Service Papa Mario. Every Tuesday at 19:00.

FREE
66.

Martial Arts Lessons - Learn Arnis from Waiter Gerry. Use two sticks to ward off attackers. Every Wednesday at 15:00.

FREE
67.

Ballroom Dancing Lessons - Learn the graceful moves of ballroom dancing from Service Mama Estella at the Barracuda Bar. Every Friday at 14:00.

FREE
68.

Painting Lessons - Learn the techniques and styles of painting from our in-house artist. Every Thursday at 14:00.

FREE
69.

Cockfight - Watch and experience Coco Beach’s version of the cockfight. Every Thursday at 15:00. ( Minimum bet -. 20% goes to the chicken.)

Php100
70.

Coco Soap Making Activity- Observe and get to know more about our own Coco Soap. Every Sunday at 15:00 - 17:00.

FREE
71.

Botanical Sightseeing - Go around the resort with our Gardeners Ino, Marlon and/or Balong and know more about the vegetation (flower, trees and other plants) of Coco Beach. Every Wednesday at 15:00.

FREE
72.

Weaving Lessons - Learn weaving natural materials from Modesto. Every Monday and Friday at 10:00.

FREE
73.

Coconut Cycle - Story telling about the life cycle of the Coconut Tree by Mr. Crazy Rey. Every Monday and Wednesday at 15:00.

FREE
74.

Pick your own Coconut - The objective is to pick your own coconut to win a special prize. Guests must be physically fit, strong and definitely above 12 years of age, as a safety precaution.To try picking your own coconut, visit the Activity Area to let the
action begin!. Every Thursday at 15:00.

FREE

 

WATER SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

75.

Pillow Fight - Pillow fight at the pool! Winners get a prize! Every Saturday at 14:00.

FREE
76.

Pool Volleyball - Every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00..

FREE
77.

Swimming Lessons - Swim like a fish? Learn to swim from our Pool Attendant Adrian at the main pool. Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:00.

FREE

 

TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS

Please book at least a day advance all trips ang excursions

78.

Holy Mass - Go to church in Puerto Galera. We arrange the boat - just inform the Reception
the night before. Every Sunday starts at 07:30 from Coco Beach.

FREE
79.

Fishing Trip - Join one of our Service Papa on a fishing trip. Every Sunday at 06:00

FREE
80.

Mini Sailboat Trip - Enjoy a relaxing sailboat trip with our Service Papa Rene around San Antonio Island. Every Monday and Thursday at 10:30. (- per person.)

Php250
81.

San Rafael Jungle River - A whole day excursion with a picnic lunch in the jungle. Every Monday starts at 09:30 from Coco Beach. ( Minimum 6 pax. - per person)

Php920
82.

Explore Puerto Galera - A half day walk around the town passing by the musueum, church, market and school. Every Monday and Friday. ( Minimum 4 pax. - per person.)

Php250
83.

Overnight in the Jungle - Have the chance to spend overnight in the jungle! Get back to Coco Beach late afternoon the next day. Food, drinks, guide and tent/ sleeping bag are included. Every Wednesday. ( Minimum 4 pax.- per person.)

Php1,000
84.

Beach Hopping - We will bring you to some of the most beutiful coves and coasts of Puerto Galera. This whole day excursion has lunch included. Every Tuesday and Saturday.
(Minimum 6 pax. - per person.)

Php800
85.

Cockfight in Calapan - Travel to the capital city of Oriental Mindoro and bet on a real cockfight. Includes lunch at one of the local restaurants in the city. ( Minimum 6 pax. -per person.)

Php975
86.

Trekking Mt. Talipanan - One whole day of trekking including guide, food and water. Every Thursday starts at 08:00 from Coco Beach. ( Minimum 2 pax.- per person.)

Php1,100
87.

Trekking Three Mountains in Three Days - Trek Mt. Talipanan, Mt. Malasimbo and Mt. Alinbayan. Includes loval guide, tents and food. Every Friday to Sunday. ( Minimum 2 pax. - per person.)

Php3,900
88.

Visit Stairways Foundation - We will organize a banca and jeep for you to visit this non-profit organization which helps street children and managed by the couple Lars and Monica Jorgensen. Every Monday at 10:00.

FREE
89.

White Beach Night Tour - Your guide will let you take a look at the night life of White Beach by bar hopping. Start with a boat ride to Puerto Galera then jeep to White Beach. Every Sunday starts at 21:00 from Coco Beach. Minimum 6 pax.

FREE

 

FOOD, DRINKS AND SPECIALS

90.
Crazy Party - Have fun and enjoy the free flowing crazy redbull/whisky/coke drinks and assorted pica-pica. Listen and dance to reggae music. Every Wednesday at 22:00.
-per person.
Php500
91.

Dine Al Fres co - Have a real Filipino family dinner at our headwaiter Rodel’s house in Sinandigan. Dine al fresco in their garden under the Mango Tree. Includes dinner and local drinks. Takes 30 minutes by boat a little walk. Every Wednesday starts at 18:30 from Coco Beach.( Minimum 4 pax, maximum 10 pax.- per person.)

Php700
92.

Crazy Breakfast at the Beach - Wake up to not so normal omelettes, craz shaped breads, extraordinary mix of juices and more. No extra payment if you have paid our
normal buffet breakfast. Every Sunday and Wednesday.

FREE
93. Exotic Food Cooking Lessons - Learn from our Chef Boni on how to create exotic dishes. Every Tuesday and Friday at 15:00. FREE
94.

Banana Cake Lessons - Learn how to make this simple but delicious cake from Service Mama Lalay at her house. Every Sunday at 15:00.

FREE
95.

Macaroon Baking Lessons - Our Bakers Raul and/or Jun will teach you how to make this yummy dessert! Every Monday and Thursday at 10:00.

FREE
96.

Bar Mixing Lessons - Anito Bar Supervisors Ferdie and Rey will teach you to mix (and drink) some of Coco Beach’s top sellers like the Weng-Weng! Every Friday at
15:00.(- per person.)

Php250

 

CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES

97.

Paper Mache’ - Children under 12 years can learn how to make paper mache from Children’s Activity Coordinator Belen and in-house artist Marvin. Every Sunday at 14:00.

FREE
98.

Sandcastle Build-up Competition - A 60-minute activity using special “liquid” to make
sand firm. Only one adult is allowed to help per child. Winner will receive a special prize! Every Tuesday at 14:00.

FREE
99.

Kite Flying Competition - Be ready to fly your kites to its highest! Winner will get a prize. Every Monday at 15:30.

FREE
100.

Children Games - Be at the Playground and join traditional Filipino Games organized by
Children’s Activity Coordinator Belen and Activity Guy Darwin. Win lots of prizes and goodies! Every Saturday at 15:00.

FREE
101.

Paint an Angel or Animal - We provide the materials in ceramic, clay, shirt or paper mache’ plus non-toxic paints and brushes. Every Wednesday at 15:00.

FREE

 

 

 

 
 
 
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