Diving for Bulgao

Since our move to the Island, everything has become a new experience. What we have found is that there seems to be an abundance of everything around us. Seafood is one of them!

Besides all the awesome fishing and crabbing, there are the shellfish such as Bulgao. We had heard of Caracol soup before but never seen or tasted it before. 

Bulgao seems to be a type of sea snail that is found in the rocks along the shore. Most of the year this side of the island is pretty choppy and there are lots of rocks and coral. As the temperatures change the water along the cost settle. During these opportunities, the diver can snorkel and take advantage of trying to find these Bulgao. 

The Bulgao are difficult to spot. Their shell camouflages them into the rock coral and to make even more difficult they are buried into the holes. Needless to say my first experience was not fruitful in finding the Bulgao personally but was able to enjoy the excellent snorkeling along the coast. 

The reef is teeming with life and color. One tries to take it all in. At this time of year though it was still difficult to not get caught in the impact zone of the waves and one needs to be cautious of the strong rip currents. Shoes and pants are recommended due to all the rocks and coral. 

Thanks for taking a moment to read our blog and hope you come visit Piñones soon!