Camarines Norte district, Philippines

Places to visit near Basiad

Basiad is a town in Camarines Norte district, Philippines, home to about 2,849 people. Within 50 km by road there are 27 places to visit — 7 rivers, islands & mangroves, 6 beaches & coast, 5 churches and 3 waterfalls. The must-see places are Alabat Island (39 km), San Diego de Alcala Cathedral (46 km) and Lamon Bay (56 km).

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Basiad at a glance

Location
Camarines Norte district, Philippines
Population
about 2,849
Coordinates
14.1562° N, 122.3375° E
Places within 50 km
27 (2 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Basiad

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Basiad: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Basiad

56 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Basiad. The closest is Palupari Island (26 km); the best-known is Alabat Island (39 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Basiad

27 beaches & coast within 100 km of Basiad. The closest is Kuyaoyao Village (20 km). Best time: october to march.

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Churches near Basiad

14 churches within 100 km of Basiad. The closest is Holy Cross Parish Church (29 km); the best-known is San Diego de Alcala Cathedral (46 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Basiad

13 waterfalls within 100 km of Basiad. The closest is Malatap Falls (38 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Basiad

8 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Basiad. The closest is Mount Cadig (15 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Caves near Basiad

7 caves within 100 km of Basiad. The closest is Kwebang Lampas (40 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Basiad

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 141 km on the road.

  1. Start in Basiad
  2. 39 km Alabat Island · island, Quezon
  3. 38 km Apat Island · island, Quezon
  4. 1 km Kuyaoyao Village · beach, Quezon
  5. 27 km Mount Cadig · viewpoint, Camarines Norte
  6. 16 km Mount Alayao · viewpoint, Camarines Norte
  7. 20 km Back to Basiad

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Basiad by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves756Palupari Island (26 km)
    Beaches & coast627Kuyaoyao Village (20 km)
    Churches514Holy Cross Parish Church (29 km)
    Waterfalls313Malatap Falls (38 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints28Mount Cadig (15 km)
    Caves17Kwebang Lampas (40 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens25Apat Island (21 km)
    Forts & heritage15San Diego de Alcala Fortress (46 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs01Bigwangan Lake (74 km)
    Other attractions01Old Malagonlong Bridge (99 km)
    Parks01Rizal Park (83 km)

    Basiad: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Basiad?

    Mount Cadig (viewpoint, about 15 km), Alabat Island (island, about 39 km), Mount Alayao (viewpoint, about 20 km), Kuyaoyao Village (beach, about 20 km), Apat Island (island, about 21 km), Calauag Bay (beach, about 23 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Basiad?

    27 places on Spotwander: 7 rivers, islands & mangroves, 6 beaches & coast, 5 churches, 3 waterfalls, 2 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Basiad?

    Palupari Island, about 26 km by road; Balagbag Island (27 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Basiad?

    Kuyaoyao Village, about 20 km by road; Calauag Bay (23 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Basiad?

    Holy Cross Parish Church, about 29 km by road; Diocesan Shrine of Jesus the Black Nazarene of Capalonga and Parish of St. Lucy, Virgin and Martyr (32 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Basiad?

    Start in Basiad, visit Alabat Island, then Apat Island, then Kuyaoyao Village, then Mount Cadig, then Mount Alayao, and drive back — about 141 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Basiad?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Basiad

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Basiad’s location and population from GeoNames. Data sources & credits.