Skimboarding is pure beach fun: run along the wet sand, throw down a thin board onto the last wash of a wave and glide, or, once you are good at it, ride out to meet the shore break and come back on the face of the wave.
Where to skim
You need a flat, firm stretch of sand and gentle waves. The long shores of Mamangal Beach and Batag Beach near Virac, the sheltered sand at Marilima Beach, and the inside beach at Puraran on smaller days are all good spots. Kumagat Beach is another option.
Tips for first-timers
Start on the falling tide when the water spreads thin over the sand. Keep your weight centred over the board and your knees bent, and expect a few falls; it is part of the fun. Skimboards are light, so bring your own or ask resorts if they have one to lend.
Where to do it
5 spots across Catanduanes. Tap one for directions, fees and photos.
What to bring
- Skimboard
- Rash guard or swim shirt
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Drinking water
