Dibut Bay (click picture to enlarge)
Dibut Bay
Brgy. Dibut
Dibut Bay and adjacent Diotorin Beach lie witin the 247-square kilometer beach area of San Luis. They are home to exotic marine species and breathtaking coral gardens that will surely delight snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. In addition, peninsulas and cliffs are formed by tidal actions along the coast, creating impressive silhouettes especially at dusk. One prominent formation is called Birhen because it resembles the image of Virgin Mary praying amidst the crushing of waves onto dramatic rock formations.
Dibut Bay is made even more significant by the fact that it was the landing site of US Submarines, Narwhal and Nautilus, the American carriers that brought armaments and supplies to the local guerrilla movement as they fought the Japanese during World War II. A thriving Dumagat community serves as steward of this well-preserved marine sanctuary and an excellent source of information on indigenous culture.
