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This blog is an amateur photographer's attempt to show how beautiful the world really is. He is drawn to the colors of nature like a moth to a candle light. What are showcased here are nature's grand display of colors at sunrise and sunset, beautiful beaches and off-the-beaten track locations in his beloved Philippines, waterfalls and some of nature's great sculptures, architectural gems, and other views from around SE Asia that he was fortunate to see at one point.

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March 4, 2010

guimaras: a visit to seafdec in barangay igang


SEAFDEC Wooden Bridge
to the fish cages in SEAFDEC

It’s summer in my corner of the world! We have searing temperatures that average above 30 degrees Celsius lately. And with the El Nino phenomenon, it’s going to get hotter in the coming days; time to head to the beaches for a cool dip.

I was lining up a few destinations for the coming weeks when I remembered how I enjoyed our beach hopping day a couple of months ago when I visited Guimaras island with my wife and a couple of friends.

Guimaras is this little gem east of Iloilo. Famous for its mangoes, it also has boundless coastal beauty: an assortment of coves, coastal caves, and beaches - perfect a day of sand, sea, and sun.

Jumpstart the summer!
a day of sea, sand, and sun

One of interesting places we’ve been to was SEAFDEC (Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center). It’s a short boat ride from where we were staying in Igang. One of my friends knows a researcher in SEAFDEC so we were able to get permission to tour their premises.

SEAFDEC Noon
inviting for a dip

Established in 1967, SEAFDEC aims to promote sustainable fisheries development in South East Asia. Researchers from across the region come to this place to conduct their studies.

SEAFDEC Fish Cages
juvenile groupers

SEAFDEC looked more like a resort with its white cottages and color flags. I later found out they actually rent out some of the cottages (the others are being used by the researches).

SEAFDEC Fish Feeding
fish feeding

Their fish cages contain milk fish, groupers, and pompano (specie of jacks) among others. Walking on the plank along the fish cages took a bit of getting used to as it sways a bit. I don’t mind falling into one of the cages, but I was pretty sure my camera will.

SEAFDEC Fish Cages
walk the plank

What was great was that we were able to buy a few kilos fish straight from the cages. Another great thing about the SEAFDEC area is its numerous small islets and sand bars, perfect for picnics.


one of the sand bars

We found one sand bar (just a couple of meters long) with gorgeous mature mangroves providing plenty of shade, surrounded by crystal clear water that beckons for a dip.

Exploring Guimaras

You might be interested in viewing other photos I took in Guimaras:

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Marites said...

wow..those are really excellent photos! it's been a long time since i've been to Guimaras and you got me thinking of getting back there :)

sheng said...

Ganda ng model!

Anonymous said...

the first photo here is simply fantastic!
nice.

bertN said...

Is SEAFDEC able to withstand stormy weather? It doesn't look it could from the photos. Anyway, I'm just curious.

Johnny Nutcase said...

oh wow! that water! it's perfect! i wanna go! great perspective on this ..beautiful shot!

escape said...

my type of place bai! as alaways kahanga hanaga ang lugar at ang mga kuha.

Anonymous said...

your blog shows landscape photography at its finest!!!. I can't help but wish to visit those places too.

Jenn said...

How refreshing to see this especially after a super hot day. Can't wait to get to the water, river or beach, it does not matter basta tubig. :-)

Lantaw said...

Thank you folks!

@bertN, its protected on the east by the Guimaras main island and Panay island on the west. So its pretty secure :)

Pinay Travel Junkie said...

makes me want to go to guimaras now... as in now! awesome photos, keep 'em coming.

Sylvia K said...

Fantastic and breathtaking shots as always! What a gorgeous place and how I would love to visit there! You always take us on such beautiful tours of your world, not only with your incredible photos, but your words as well. And what a wonderful you do live in!! Have a terrific week ahead!

Sylvia

Photo Cache said...

You have the most wonderful photographic journeys. Thanks for sharing.

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January Zelene said...

Never been to Guimaras but it sure looks like a a beautiful island to visit. And as usual i love your photos especially the last one...

Initao Sunset

Jim said...

Spectacular beauty.
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LadyFi said...

I just want to dive into those delicious crystal clear water. Stunning shots!

dodong flores said...

Hello, Bai. I'd been to SEAFDEC in 2001 pero sa guwa lang. I used to tour around this small province island using my bike. I also had photos of the nice beaches before taken in film.
You're photos here are all excellent. My favorites are the third, seventh, and of course, the last photo with a model. YOu're also blessed with cotton-white clouds and vivid blue skies. You're so lucky to have entered the SEAFDEC facility.
Thank you for sharing these photos, Bai. It made me think to be going back there and see these beautiful sceneries once again...

Anonymous said...

been there 5 days ago...truly amazing
i was not able to capture the beauty by the lens
but the scene is still vivid in my memory...
kudos!

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