Masbate district, Philippines

Places to visit near Potot

Potot is a town in Masbate district, Philippines, home to about 2,529 people. Within 50 km by road there are 127 places to visit — 22 rivers, islands & mangroves, 45 churches, 20 beaches & coast and 26 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Bugui Point Lighthouse (61 km), Kalanay Cave (67 km) and Balbagon Island (89 km).

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Potot at a glance

Location
Masbate district, Philippines
Population
about 2,529
Coordinates
12.2035° N, 123.4319° E
Places within 50 km
127
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 Potot

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Potot

75 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Potot. The closest is Naguran Island (11 km). Best time: september to february.

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Churches near Potot

47 churches within 100 km of Potot. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal Ng Bangad (6 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Potot

32 beaches & coast within 100 km of Potot. The closest is Hard Rock Bato Beach (10 km); the best-known is Alas Bay (19 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Potot

26 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Potot. The closest is Biluang Hill (14 km); the best-known is Mayong Payong Viewpoint (33 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Waterfalls near Potot

5 waterfalls within 100 km of Potot. The closest is Dukyo Supper Bridge (31 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Parks near Potot

4 parks within 100 km of Potot. The closest is Nailaban Cockfighting Arena (22 km). Best time: year-round, evenings.

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A one-day trip from Potot

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 103 km on the road.

  1. Start in Potot
  2. 25 km Masbate · river spot, Masbate
  3. 18 km Naguran Island · island, Masbate
  4. 30 km Cabug Island · island, Masbate
  5. 5 km Nin Bay · beach, Masbate
  6. 6 km Alas Bay · beach, Masbate
  7. 19 km Back to Potot

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How to reach Potot

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Potot by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves2275Naguran Island (11 km)
    Churches4547Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal Ng Bangad (6 km)
    Beaches & coast2032Hard Rock Bato Beach (10 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints2626Biluang Hill (14 km)
    Waterfalls35Dukyo Supper Bridge (31 km)
    Other attractions45Rodeo Monument (35 km)
    Parks44Nailaban Cockfighting Arena (22 km)
    Caves03Kalanay Cave (67 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens12Debesmscat Eco-Tourism Park (16 km)
    Forts & heritage12Jose Rizal Monument (34 km)
    Mosques & dargahs11Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary (35 km)

    Potot: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Potot?

    Naguran Island (island, about 11 km), Alas Bay (beach, about 19 km), Nin Bay (beach, about 24 km), Cabug Island (island, about 24 km), Masbate (river spot, about 25 km), Carogo Island (island, about 25 km).

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

    127 places on Spotwander: 22 rivers, islands & mangroves, 45 churches, 20 beaches & coast, 26 hill stations & viewpoints, 3 waterfalls.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Potot?

    Naguran Island, about 11 km by road; Pearl Rock (22 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Potot?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal Ng Bangad, about 6 km by road; Milagros Baptist Church (8 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Potot?

    Hard Rock Bato Beach, about 10 km by road; Calasuche Lighthouse (15 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Potot?

    Start in Potot, visit Masbate, then Naguran Island, then Cabug Island, then Nin Bay, then Alas Bay, and drive back — about 103 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Potot?

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

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