Baler is easy to get to now
I see most people here have not been to baler recently... the last comment was correct you could get to baler in 3 to 4 hours. Rough road's gone. I know a surfer there who is quite known everywhere. His name is OKOY and he owns a surf shop right at the sabang beach break called the Mahdox Surf Shop. Google them. He's the best person to talk to. and a very nice guy. I believe he's a sponsored rider of Ripcurl.
comment by Anonymous, 2009-03-09 18:30:59
I've done the trip twice in 3-4 hrs
there is also a small flight for 50$ us that takes about .30 minutes to get to baler.
comment by Anonymous, 2007-11-24 19:27:52
Baler Adveture
It's a long and bumpy ride to get to Baler, Aurora. It would take you more or less 8 hours. They are often hit by storms that's why they are blessed with consistent waves, like Daet. Sabang Beach is ideal for beginners. Cemento Reef, on the other hand, is strictly for experienced surfers or for the "kamikazees". Nonetheless, Baler is a surfing paradise. The locals at first are very aloof, but once you get to know them, everything would be alright. They speak Tagalog purely, and you'll find words that are amusing. Surf boards are difficult to find, though. Rentals aren't usually available because even the locals themselves, lack resources. Nevertheless, the natives are really talented surfers. They possess such world-class talents. However, the grommets (real young surfers) are intimidating! They could paddle faster! But lo and behold, Baler is worth the 8-hour bumpy ride. Just make sure that you don't lose your board on your way there:).
comment by Anonymous, 2009-06-15 12:55:04