Coastal warriors implement Reef to Ridge management

Hamilo Coast is the premier sustainable beach resort town of the SM Group’s Nasugbu, Batangas. Hamilo Coast is now approximately 90 minutes from Manila via Cavitex and the new Ternate-Nasugbu Road. BEING close to nature’s wonders is a luxury in itself. With the breadth of its natural charms, Hamilo Coast ensures preservation of its natural bounty together with its long-standing partner—WWF Philippines, a close ally in environmental stewardship.

Together, Hamilo Coast and WWF have implemented several programs to guarantee the upkeep of the pristine, coastal surroundings. A focal point is Reef to Ridge Management, a program that centers on both the land and seas, acknowledging that everything that happens on the ridge, has a direct effect on the reef. A was the declaration of Hamilo Coast’s three coves – Pico de Loro, Santelmo, and Etayo coves as Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). The monitoring and conservation of these coves is especially dedicated to the protection and maintenance of marine biodiversity, ecosystems, and resources.

The healthy marine ecosystem allows the frequent nesting of sea turtles in Hamilo Coast. Thus, WWF facilitated for the training of the sustainability and security team to care for the turtle eggs to hatch and the baby turtles for their race back to the sea.

The reef’s health is also a top priority and is being monitored using the Reef Check methodology, a globally standardized method to keep and revive the reef system. For more details, log on to