Infanta

Infanta is a city of 26,000 people (2020) in Pangasinan province in northern Luzon.

Understand
Bcause the town was created from the Municipality of Sta. Cruz, Zambales, it was named Infanta, meaning "infant".

Get in
Infanta is 117 km (73 mi) from Lingayen and 323 km (201 mi) from Manila.

By car
From Manila, you can drive north via the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and continue on the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX). Take the exit to Alaminos City, and then drive to Infanta. The journey typically takes around 5 to 6 hours, depending on traffic conditions.

By bus
You can take a bus from Manila to Alaminos City or Bolinao, both of which are near Infanta. From there, you can hire a tricycle or take a van to reach Infanta. The bus journey may take approximately 5 to 6 hours.

Get around
Tricycles and jeeps are the primary modes of transportation within Infanta and nearby areas.

See

 * Sabangan Island- in Barangay Nayom. It is a quiet space surrounded by many trees as well as mangroves. You can lounge around the sand or play beach volleyball. On some areas, cooking is allowed so visitors can bring food without paying a corkage fee.
 * Balaki Island- Ideal for snorkeling, camping and swimming. And since this is a private island, getting access requires coordination with the Infanta Tourism Office and budget set aside for the gasoline of the boat and meals for the boat crew but the stay is free. The marine life in the vicinity is rich and healthy proof is the presence of seagrass around the island. Also the waters aren't too deep and the currents are calm so guests can enjoy they stay all day long.

Buy
Infanta's proximity to the sea means you can find fresh seafood and dried fish products in local markets.

Go next

 * Alaminos City: Known for the Hundred Islands National Park.
 * Bolinao: Famous for its beaches and lighthouse.
 * Dasol: Enjoy the white sand beaches and the Collibra Island
 * Sual: Known for the Sual Power Plant.
 * Bugallon: St. Andrew the Apostle Parish Church.