Tingko Beach is a popular getaway located in Daan Lungsod, Alcoy in Cebu, Philippines. It is in a small but deep lagoon across a coral island called Mabad-on Reef that completely submerge during high tide and expose during low tide. Only a very narrow channel from the mainland separates it. Tingko Beach is an extensive stretch of curved shoreline with very white sand and clear water fringed with coconut palm grooves and limestone cliffs. A few feet from the shore, the sea floor gradually plunges down to a depth of several feet below the surface.
HOW TO GET THERE
From Cebu City South Bus Terminal, board a Ceres Bus bound for Bato/Oslob and tell the conductor to drop you off at Tingko Beach in Alcoy. Fare is about 119 pesos for air-conditioned buses and travel time is approximately 2-3 hours. Entrance fee is 10 pesos. They have a decent bathroom/CR and it cost 10 pesos per usage.