Dakak is always linked with people who really can afford a stupendous
vacation in this famous beach resort. Dakak Beach Resort is usually tagged as the beach for the high class members of the society and the "usual" Westjet international travelers. But after my short trip in this hidden paradise in Dapitan, I can say that the myth is only HALF TRUE! And since I am part of the general masses, I will settle on the other half of the myth about Dakak.
Dakak
is situated 15 minutes motor ride from the City Proper of Dapitan in Zamboanga
del Norte. Getting there is not a
problem if you are traveling with a buddy or doing it solo. Habal habal or motorcycles
are available at the city’s bus terminal waiting patiently for tourists
visiting Dakak. But of course getting there with a personal car is much convenient.
Riding
the habal habal, I noticed that the road was already improved unlike before, muddy and generally inconvenient to everyone’s
journey.
Reaching the toll gate of Dakak, friendly personnel warmly greeted me
and inquire on my plan inside the resort. Since I am on a limited time getaway, I
mentioned that I will be there for a day tour. The entrance was Php 500.00 and
there was a free shuttle transfer ride from the entrance to the main club house. Motorbikes are not allowed inside the resort.
The area was huge and green was the motif of the park as trees and flowering plants were all well groomed inside Dakak's vicinity.
Since
I arrived almost noon, I chose to sit and relaxed first in their well maintained restaurant and locked my eyes on the menu of different classic foods that they were offering that day. I ordered a Sweet and Sour Fish that was actually good for 2 and a glass
of my favorite mango juice. While enjoying my lunch, a guy suddenly played the piano serenading the guests eating inside the restaurant.

At the end side of the beach was the aqua/water sports
adventure unit where you can avail their SCUBA lessons/adventures, sailing,
kayaking etc. There was also an area for a relaxing
massage/spa just right after the hanging bridge. As much as it was tempting to have a spa due to my sleepless travel coming from Zamboanga City, I opted to explore the other parts of the resort instead.
The hilly background of the whole resort is covered with lush green vegetation suited for a grand relaxation in serene and quiet environment.
The amenities are complete with well maintained comfort rooms. Guest houses are huge enough to accommodate big
families or group of friends on a major vacation, reunion or any celebrations. If you get tired of the beach,
there was the well maintained and clean pool located adjacent to the restaurant with lifeguards on the watch for the safety of children playing and having fun.
One
of the best parts of the resort was the Pirates Disco Bar where you can
hang around with other guests while enjoying a nightlife with good music, drinks
and food. There are also other entertainment/sports facility like bowling
alley, billiards and my favorite past time –singing at the videoke bar
with a cold beer on one hand.
All
in all it was a good trip, only it was cut short that I have to leave before the
night comes. A friendly staff offered me a ride back to the city bus terminal
with a side trip to historical Rizal Shrine.

Now for the other half of the truth , if you wish to stay overnight you can have a guest room good for your family for Php 4000-5000 a night.
They also offer barkada package promos for an overnight stay including a tour to Aliguay island or to Fantasyland. Prices varies depending on the activity you wish to enjoy in Dakak.
Locally Dakak is accessilbe via local ferry boats bound for the ports of Dipolog and Dapitan. Coming from Manila, flights are available daily bound for Dipolog City everyday .
Check the list of available rooms and tour packages they offer below.
Room type
|
Ordinary
Season
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Peak Season
|
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Deluxe
Bungalow
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Single/Double
|
US$
105 ++
|
US$
115++
|
Prime
Deluxe
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Single/Double
|
US$
140++
|
US$
145++
|
Beach
Front
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|||
Bungalow
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Single/Double
|
US$
195 ++
|
US$
205++
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Suite
Room
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Single/Double
|
US$
450++
|
US$
600++
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Tour Package
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Inclusion
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Fantasyland sa Dapitan/min of 10pax
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3days/2nights/Php 4,499/pax
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Aliguay Island/ min of 10pax
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Min of 10 pax per room @ Php 5000/ additional Php 500 in
excess of 10 pax
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@ Serpentina –bucana to Aliguay
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Dapitan
Tel: (065) 213-6813
Cell: 639197959416
Manila
(02) 724-7375
(02) 721-1461
Email: dakak28@yahoo.com

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(02) 724-7375
(02) 721-1461
Email: dakak28@yahoo.com

This is my entry for the Pinoy Travel Blogger (PTB) Blog Carnival with the theme " WHERE WOULD YOU TRAVEL GIVEN P1,000 BUDGET?" for the month of August 2012,hosted by Pinay Thrillseeker of Love Conquers All.
Click on the logo on the right to check on the previous carnival themes and posts.
800 pesos lang? It's cheap. Mukhang masarap naman yung pagkain. Ant the beach, syempre.
ReplyDeletePerhaps we should take our foreign mountain biker guests there in Dakak for their bike tour.
hindi ko pa rin nagagawa Dakak post ko:) 800 pesos for 1 day Dakak Escapo is not bad ha:)
ReplyDeletemay baon kaya akong kakanin at tubig kaya mas tipid ... lol
ReplyDeleteA few of my friend have been there also for a day trip. They only have good words for the place.
ReplyDeleteIsa ako sa mga biktima ng misconception na ang Dakak ay para sa mga sosyal kaya ni hindi ko naisip na puntahan. Kayang-kaya naman pala. Thanks for sharing.:)
ReplyDeleteayos.kaso medyo pricey pala =)
ReplyDeleteSuper mahal nga mag-stay jan. I've been there in the 1990s pa, I wonder kung madami nang changes? Would love to go back again, the water then was so clear.
ReplyDeletehi , does the 500 day tour includes pool usage or jacuzzi?
ReplyDeleteyes Ara, you can use the pool upon entry to Dakak.
ReplyDeleteI had a chance to visit the Dakak Beach Resort last year through the bus tours. This Resort boasts a long stretch of white sand beach, 15 hectares of wooded land and natural spring water feeding the resort's pools. As well as we really enjoy their number of activities such as horseback riding, and other sports (billiards, basketball, bowling, golf, tennis etc.). However I recommend Dakak because it’s a real summer getaway for you and the whole family.
ReplyDeletehi @Alix lion am so glad you had the chance to enjoy your summer in Dakak. Indeed it is a peaceful haven in Dapitan ..Beautiful :D
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