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The Camp is based in the south of Manila. Approximately 2-3 hours drive away from the International Airport. A start-up scuba diving and freediving camp. Here we have boats, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards for leisure time that you may use. A hiking destination is a few minutes away from our camp. Mt. Gulugod-Baboy has camping sites and the view is spectacular. Anilao is well known for the beautiful diving destnations.
Our dive camp is more than a place and our source of livelihood, it is also our home. That is why most of the food we serve are plant and vegetable-based.
This is our way of contributing to the Earth as plant-based products do not impact the environment as much. We encourage everyone to bring plant-based food and we appreciate not bringing any animal meat products in our camp.
With that in mind, kindly avoid bringing single-use plastics. Waste management and disposal are a challenge here in Anilao. And while we segregate our waste before disposal, it's better if we don't have them at all.
Cheers. Smile. Breathe.
Our camp has staff that helps in the kitchen, maintaining the camp. We have boatmen specifically responsible for boat operations.Types of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsLanguage practiceHelp with Eco ProjectsTeachingGardeningDIY and building projectsCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceHelp with Computers/ InternetCultural exchange and learning opportunities
Anilao is a small town 2-3 hours south of Metro Manila. The area is a boat away from beautiful island beaches which they can interact with local fishermen with their lifestyle, livelihood and culture.
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We extend a warm welcome to individuals with various skills and passions! If you are a Scuba professional, Freediving Instructor, Vegan Chef, Artist, Craftsman, Carpenter, Visual Artist, Painter, Eco Planner, or someone who can craft plant-based menus, you are invited to stay with us.
Currently, our top priorities are carpenters and dive professionals. We are focusing on building a storage hut as our primary project. Additionally, ongoing initiatives include the development of plant-based menus and kitchen enhancements. We also welcome dive professionals and divers to contribute to our operations, assist with social media, documentations, and marketing efforts.
Your unique skills and expertise will be valued and put to good use as we work together to create a vibrant and eco-friendly environment at our resort.Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Tagalog: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Learning a new language is interesting.Accommodation
ACCOMMODATIONS
Tents and hammocks are available for your use during your stay. Our camp manager, PJ, often enjoys lounging in the hammock, where you can also experience the breathtaking views of the sea and mountains as you wake up in the morning.What else ...
Hike the nearby mountains. Go to nearby beaches.
Going to Anilao, Mabini, Batangas is easy. You may take a bus from Buendia to Batangas City Grand Terminal. From there take a jeepney ride to the town of Mabini.
ROUTE DIRECTIONS
1.Start by taking SLEX and STAR Expressway, then exit at Balagtas, Batangas City STAR Toll (the farthest exit).
2.After the Star Toll exit, you'll reach a roundabout; take the first right.
3.Drive a short distance and make a left onto Kalye B (a new road).
4.Continue straight until you reach the end of the road, then turn left onto Palico-Balayan-Batangas Road.
5.After passing Jolibee on the left side of the road, turn right onto Bauan-Mabini Road (South Star Drugstore). Drive for 10 km to reach Mabini Junction.
6.Keep right at Mabini Junction, heading towards Anilao Port. Then, turn left at the intersection near Alfamart Convenience Store.
Camp is just 1 km away from there, right beside Monte Carlo Resort in San Jose, Mabini.
COMMUTER
1.Begin your journey by heading to LRT Buendia Station and take a bus bound for Batangas City.
2.Disembark at Gran Terminal in Batangas City.
3.Next, board a jeepney headed for Mabini, Batangas. Alight at the Mabini Junction (roundabout).
4.From the Mabini Junction, take a tricycle to Camp in Barangay San Jose, Mabini.
We are located right next to Monte Carlo Resort.
See you by the sea!
UPDATE:
Buses goes straight to Mabini daily. Leaves Buendia Bus Terminal everyday at 5pm. Better to be there 1-2 hours before the scheduled departure. The camp is just 10 minutes walk from Mabini bus stop.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Decent wifi for internet connection.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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I had a very good time, in the very small camp in the shade of a towering tamarind tree and overlooking the sea, you will find in addition to Pj and his wife Jaja, their son Tosho, two girls Ana and Rak and two boys Ran and Bibi (not sure if I spelled their names right).
A small community that all day… read more
During the week the camp is quieter and the work primarily involved helping Anna out in the… read more
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I had a very good time, in the very small camp in the shade of a towering tamarind tree and overlooking the sea, you will find in addition to Pj and his wife Jaja, their son Tosho, two girls Ana and Rak and two boys Ran and Bibi (not sure if I spelled their names right).
A small community that all day… read more
During the week the camp is quieter and the work primarily involved helping Anna out in the… read more
This experience was very special for me.
I stayed one month in july with PJ, Jaja, Tocho and Ana who are incredibly kind and generous. The place is always full of people, friends and family. You learn so much and you never get bored. (I feel so lucky and grateful for having meeting you and sharing your life !)
About the work… read more
They are two generous, kind host with which you can have a lot of fun and nice chats with. They where pretty laid back and chilled about our tasks, we were free to do what ever… read more
Not only does she bring boundless energy and enthusiasm, but her top-notch… read more
On weekends there is a lot of work, especially on Saturdays, the divers arrive early and the day begins preparing the coffee for… read more