Puka Beach: Snorkeling Fun in a Quiet and Secluded Place
Puka Beach in Boracay
Puka Beach is located in a secluded and mostly undeveloped stretch of white sand in the northern tip of Boracay. It is the closest thing to the idyllic paradise on earth.
Although the white sand is much coarser than in White Beach, and the blue waters much rougher around this area, the seclusion makes this place an ideal spot for swimming and snorkeling. It is far from the noisy crowd of White Beach, yet still within easy reach of the pedicabs or tricycles.
Sirenna's comments: updated on May 25, 2006, in VirtualTourist:
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Favorite Thing: Puka_Beach was named after the famous Puka Shells which were popular as jewelry in the 60's and 70's. Such large numbers of them were collected from the beach that sadly there are hardly any left now.
This is a nice place to spend an afternoon - much more peaceful than White Beach. There are a few bead sellers around, and sometimes even an ice-cream vendor, but generally you'll be left in peace.
You'll need to bring snacks or a picnic, some cold drinks, and snorkel gear. Look out for the cave too.
Be aware that there can be strong currents here, and the beach drops off quite sharply into the sea. Don't swim or snorkel too far out if you are not a confident swimmer.
Fondest Memory: We sailed to Puka Beach with Captain Joey from Red Pirates. We had a BBQ on the beach and a cooler full of beer - everything we needed really! Be sure to bring your camera to catch the sunset as you sail back.
