
Capones Island: Sun, Sand, Sea, and Stories by Zambales Shore
The first thing that strikes you about Capones Island rising off the west coast of Luzon is its silhouette — a bone‑shaped landmass of rock and sand framed by the cerulean waters of the West Philippine Sea. A short boat ride from Pundaquit Beach brings you close enough to see the dramatic interplay of rugged stone and soft beaches, a visual cue that this island is far from a typical resort escape. Unlike the more frequented coves nearby, here nature feels raw and historically rooted, as if every grain of sand has a story.