What to do and see in Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon: The Best Nature & Parks

September 23, 2021 Tonie Szymanski

Subic Bay Freeport Zone (SBFZ), which is known simply as Subic Bay, is the Philippines' first successful case of a military base converted through volunteerism into a tax- and duty-free zone similar to Hong Kong and Singapore, operated and managed by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority or SBMA. It covers the fenced area of the former U.S. Naval Base Subic Bay located in the southwest of Luzon Island in the Philippines and surrounded by the municipalities of Subic and Olongapo City in Zambales and Hermosa and Morong in Bataan, in concurrence of these municipalities' Sangguniang Bayan, pursuant to Section 12 of RA 7227. The harbor faces the Zambales Mountain Range to the west and the Subic Bay opening to the South China Sea. It is northwest of the Bataan Peninsula and southwest of Zambales Province.
Restaurants in Subic Bay Freeport Zone

1. Pamulaklakin Forest Trail

Binictican Drive, Sbma, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon 2222 Philippines +63 47 252 4151 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pamulaklakin-Forest-Trail/254444671263432
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Pamulaklakin Forest Trail

Reviewed By MarianaV111 - New York City, United States

I wanted to do a jungle training and saw there were 2 possibilities in Subic: JEST or Pamulaklakin. The first one sounded more commercial so I decided to go for the latter and what a incredible time I had. The Pamulaklakin trail is on Aeta land, an indigenous tribe that lives in the hills. I was by myself and decided to book an overnight stay as well. They provided the tent. My guide, MinMin, picked me up at the trailhead and we started hiking up. He is small (like most of the tribe, but incredibly fast and very knowledgeable. He is proficient in English and knows all the plants and animals. The Aeta are a tribe of @ 500 families. Their village has a school and MinMin works on the family farm. He taught me how to make fire, use a machete, make a trap etc. He also cooked me a meal and set up my tent Then ... we went to visit some of his family. Marilyn, who is the person I had phone contact with and with whom I confirmed my arrival, is incredible! Smart as a whip and very hospitable. Let's just say we ended up singing karaoke at her place later that evening. Incredibly warm people and I truly recommend this experience

2. Magaul Bird Park

Upper Mau, Cubi-Triboa, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon 2222 Philippines +63 47 252 1489 [email protected] http://www.jestcamp.com/magaul-bird-park
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 25 reviews

Magaul Bird Park

The first and only Bird Park in the Philippines and the only bird show to boast to get 100 birds on stage at one time. It promises to also offer Subic's Ultimate Sky Adventure by offering Goliath Swing over a cliff, LIfe-sized Angry Birds, Wall Climbing/Rappelling and even the Aerial Adventure Walk.

3. Jungle Environment Survival Training (JEST) Camp

Upper Mau, Cubi-Triboa, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon 2002 Philippines +63 47 252 1489 [email protected] http://www.jestcamp.com/survival-school/
Excellent
44%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 25 reviews

Jungle Environment Survival Training (JEST) Camp

Jungle Environment Survival Training (JEST) Camp is where we give adventurous souls a chance to learn indigenous skills in an active, hands-on environment, educate them how to work with the wonders of nature responsibly through unique attractions (some first in the Philippines) and give them an unforgettable close-up experience with our beloved animals, critters and plants.

4. Zoobic Safari

Group I Ilanin Forest, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon Philippines +63 47 252 2272 http://www.zoobic.com.ph/
Excellent
19%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 607 reviews

Zoobic Safari

Reviewed By smiles1899

I had a great time looking at the animals. l recommend taking the jeepney ride to see the tigers. See if other people on the jeepney will split the cost of feeding the tigers. lt's worth the time to see the special presentations. They offer a senior discount.

5. All Hands Beach

San Bernardino Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon Philippines +63 47 250 2270 http://www.allhandsbeach.com/
Excellent
23%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 133 reviews

All Hands Beach

Reviewed By dahLovetotravel - Luzon, Philippines

Our family definitely enjoyed our overnight stay in this beautiful place. We are all residents of olongapo and this is our second time to be here after many years. We love the development, the cleanliness and the politeness of all staff and crew..The assistance from the reception all the way to our checkin and check out were truly memorable and will for sure be back again on the next occasion.

6. El Kabayo Waterfalls

El Kabayo Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon Philippines
Excellent
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Good
39%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 18 reviews

El Kabayo Waterfalls

7. Butterfly Garden

Forest Adventure Park Ilanin Forest, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon 2222 Philippines +63 925 808 6900 http://www.butterflygardensubic.com/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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3.5 based on 5 reviews

Butterfly Garden

8. Dungaree Beach

San Bernardino Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon Philippines
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
17%
Terrible
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2.5 based on 12 reviews

Dungaree Beach

9. Rose

Zoobic Safari, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon Philippines http://www.zoobic.com.ph

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