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Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro
1980 - Apo Reef was designated as Marine Reserve (Presidential Proclamation No. 1801).
1992 - Apo Reef was included in the initial listing of IPAS sites all over the country pursuant to RA7586, also known as the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) Act of 1992.
1994 - Apo Reef became part of the Conservation of Priority Protected Areas Project (CPPAP). The CPPAP officially ended on June 30, 2002.
1996 - Apo Reef was declared as a Protected Area under the category of Natural Park (Presidential Proclamation 868) and its surrounding waters as Buffer Zone pursuant to RA7586 or NIPAS Act of 1992.
Lets go to Apo Reef Natural Park!
“Welcome Aboard”
On our way to Apo Reef……
On our way to Apo Reef…… Spinner Dolphin
(Stenella longirostris)
Cayos del Bajo
Apo Menor
Beach
Lagoon
Mangrove Trail
/Boardwalk
Lighthouse Tower
Century Old
Mangrove
Ranger Station
Rangers’
Kiosk
Picnic Kiosk
Facilities
Pavilion
Task Force Kitchen
THE ISLAND
SERVE AS
ROOKERIES for
migratory birds
and other species
of wildlife……
Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas)
Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)
Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica)
Barred Rail
Coconut Crab
The Marine Area of Apo Reef Natural Park
Within the 15,972 hectares reefs, is
where you can find all of the breath taking Marine Resources
that provide divers an unforgetable and
rewarding experience.
Marine Attractions
Marine Attractions
Marine Attractions
facilities
New Administrative Office Constructed by PTA
Construction and Installation of Desalination Facilities implemented by PTA through the DPWH (Not yet Operational)
1. SCUBA gears 2. SCUBA compressor 3. Life vest 4. Snorling set 5. Tent 6. Tables and chairs 7. Sunbrella
Other equipment available for rent
Accessibility By Air • Manila to San Jose – 45 minutes Bus/jeep/van to Sablayan – 2-3 hrs * Going to ARNP . By outriggered-3hrs/Php- 10,000.00 . By speedboat-1hr/service boat of the Protected Area Office By Land/Sea • Bus ( From Sampaloc
Manila/Cubao Dimple Star) to Batangas Port – 2 ½ hrs. to 3 hrs.
• RoRo (Montenegro & Besta) to Abra de Ilog Port – 2 ½ hrs.
• Bus Travel to Sablayan by Land – 3 hrs.
Ecotourism Products
Scuba Diving is the main attraction
in the Protected Area
Potential Capabilities in terms of Ecotourism
Connectivity with other major destinations such as Northern Palawan, Puerto Galera, Batangas and Boracay, Subic, Cebu
Potential growth of domestic cruising
Continuous growth of SCUBA diving industry
Proximity of Apo Reef from Metro Manila
Ecotourism Products
Snorkelling
Camping
Ecotourism Products
Island Hopping
Bird Watching
Ecotourism Products
Rafting
Activities Foreign Local Scuba Diving 1,700.00 1,300.00 Non-Diving activites 450.0 225.00 > Snorkling/swimming > Island hopping > Bird watching > Rafting > Camping
Special privilege is given to Sablayenos for only Php
65.00 per person per visit. Per visit is equivalent to 48 hrs. Dive Master 150.00 150.00
Park fees
Vessel Entry
Description Rates
3 GT & below 250.00 per visit
3.1 GT to 20 GT 450.00 per visit
21 GT to 100 GT 650.00 per visit
101 GT to 200 GT 975.00 per visit
201 GT & above 1,300.00 per visit
Other Fees exclusive of the Entrance Fees
• Filming/Video taping 2,000.00 per day
• Filming for the production
of movies 4,000.00 per day
Park Fees
Community Feedback
* Hundreds of fishermen are affected to the “ No Take
• Zone Policy “ (total closure in 2007) of Apo Reef Natural Park .
* The LGU introduced “PAYAO” for livelihood, but still
insufficient to sustain their families .
* Insufficiency of food source resulted to the increasing
number of violators ( NIPAS Act known as RA 7586)
* Almost all affected fishermen are willing to help in the
protection & conservation of ARNP with the condition
that alternative livelihoo will be provided for them.
The LGU Sablayan installed Fish Aggregating Devices, locally known as “Payao”, in the Municipal Waters in support to the alternative livelihood of displaced fishermen of Apo Reef.
ENGAGEMENT OF PARTNERS
Support from the LGU in the Declaration of “No-Take-Zone” Policy of Apo Reef
Support from the LGU in the Declaration of “No-Take-Zone” Policy of Apo Reef
ENGAGEMENT OF PARTNERS
Yellow fin tuna and skip jack Caught by fisherman at
the payao
IPAF Revenue
STATUS OF ECOTOURISM DEVELOPMENT REVENUES
YEAR Total Collections
(IN PESO) Monthly Average
(IN PESO)
1999 67,355.00 5,612.92
2000 223,150.00 18,595.83
2001 260,450.00 21,704.17
2002 397,645.00 33,137.08
2003 451,490.00 37,624.17
2004 569,750.00 47,479.17
2005 838,260.00 69,855.00
2006 889,870.00 74,155.83
2007 1,073,830.00 89,485.83
2008 1,079,100.00 89,925.00
2009 1,377,100.00 114,758.33
2010 1,627,100.00 135,592.00
2011 1,641,777.00 136,815.00
2012 2,459,508.00 204,959.00
2013 1,917,088.50 ( 6 mos. ) 315,514.75
TOTAL 14,869473.50
STATUS OF ECOTOURISM DEVELOPMENT
VISITORS RECORDED
YEAR Number of Visitors
TOTAL FOREIGN LOCAL 1999 871 486 385 2000 1,831 1,421 410 2001 1,166 892 274 2002 1,514 1,038 476 2003 1,717 1,274 443 2004 2,485 2,159 326 2005 2,381 1,923 458 2006 1,471 1,031 440 2007 1,825 1,255 570 2008 2,221 1,619 602 2009 2,283 1,779 504 2010 2,859 2,098 761 2011 2,404 1,660 744 2012 2,945 1,855 1,090 2013
Partners with DOT Admin Building Desalination Facilities
1. The DOT has a MOA with the LGU Sablayan ( Tourisn aspect of the Municipality of Sablayan) 2. The LGU Sablayan has a MOA with the DENR (Exclusively for ARNP) > Because of the MOA, the LGU was given the responsibility to implement Ecotourism Mgt within PA including ecotourism development. > The LGU collected 33.3% as Environmental fee ( LGU trust fund) > The PAMB through Protected Area Office collected 66.6% as Entrance fee ( subject to IPAF) * Sad experience was , the water desalination and admin building constructed/funded by the DOT within Apo island are not yet completed and not operational. Before the construction period, there was no proper planning with the Protected Area Office/PAMB that resulted to the construction of permanent structure within the nesting ground of pawikan. As a control measures and to follow “ the low impact ecotourism “ contained in the MOA, the PAMB issued a Resolution stating that there will be no permanent structure introduce within PA . • Foreign visitors always commented about the existence of unserviceable buildings within the island. • Presently, review of MOA bet LGU & DENR is on going to create better management involving
different sectors/stakeholders for biodiversity conservation and Ecoturism Development.
Experiences about MOA between DOT & LGU
ECOTOURISM PLANS
Visitor Management
• Carrying Capacity – 104 person per day
ACTIVITIES
Allowed Activities Controlled Activities Restricted Activities
Recreational swimming Scuba Diving Snorkeling Sightseeing Sun bathing Photography Bird watching Propose activities Boating (Glass bottom boat ) Kayaking
Game fishing Nesting Turtle watching
“No-Take-Zone Policy” Implemented since 2007
ECOTOURISM PLANS
Ecotourism Needs
ACTIVITIES MARKET
• Diving, Snorkeling and sun bathing International and local tourist
• Bird watching and Lagoon Rafting International / local tourist and students
• Establishment of Research Center and Tourist Briefing Center within the DENR Building
International / local tourist and students
• Manila based information center in the DENR Regional Office
For advertising, marketing activity
• Monthly radio plug in the local radio station
Community and environmental awareness of the Sablayaños
• Information Education Campaign materials about Apo Reef
International, Local and Fisher folks
• Display Center of Souvenir items t-shirt, caps and handy crafts bearing the Apo Reef Logo
International / local tourist and students ( Community-based)
• Construction of Tourist Boat • glass bottom boat • service boat for tourist
For hiring, international, local tourist and students (Community-based)
• Dive Shop Establishment (Private) For hiring, international, local tourist and students
The Protected Area Management Board ( PAMB) and other stakeholders are consistent in the existing policy following the management plan of the PA , despite of the allowed ecotourism activities - They must be vigilant in implementing the carrying capacity of the PA so as not to exploit the resources , remain protected and ensure food source while visitors are enjoying beautiful scenery.
Ecotourism Plan
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