BORACAY ISLAND, AKLAN

Boracay Island is a small island located in the Philippines located approximately 300 km south of Manila. Boracay Island and the beaches of the island has gained so much fame and even awards from many numerous travel publications and agencies.

BANAUE RICE TERRACES, IFUGAO

One of the major appeal of Banaue rice terraces to the local and international tourist are the many hiking trails in the area. There are many young locals, mostly college students who serve as guides. But with or without a guide, you will find the friendliness and warmth of the Ifugao people endearing.

MAYON VOLCANO, ALBAY

Classified as a stratovolcano (a volcano made up of layers of lava alternating with cinder and ash) Mount Mayon or Mayon Volcano is very much active and is located in the in the Bicol Region, in the province of Albay, on Luzon Island, Philippines.

CHOCOLATE HILLS, BOHOL

The most famous tourist spot of Bohol which marked the symbol of this Province is in the Municipality of Carmen. These unique landform known as “Chocolate Hills” was formed ages by the uplift of coral deposits and the action of rainwater erosion. The hills are scattered throughout the towns of Carmen, Sagbayan and Batuan, and consist of 1,268 of the same general shape.

TUBBATAHA REEF, SULU

The Tubbataha Reef Marine Park covers 130,028 ha, including the North and South Reefs. It is a unique example of an atoll reef with a very high density of marine species; the North Islet serving as a nesting site for birds and marine turtles. The site is an excellent example of a pristine coral reef with a spectacular 100-m perpendicular wall, extensive lagoons and two coral islands.

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Friday, January 9, 2015

Tinago Waterfalls

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TINAGO FALLS

There really is something about waterfalls that I am consistently drawn to them. My must-sees on every destination are churches, waterfalls, and beaches. And so when I went to Biliran, a small province in the northern part of Leyte, on October 2013, I sought my must-sees. But for now, allow me to share with you my visit to Tinago Falls of Biliran.

We were only able to explore three waterfalls due to time constraints. I took this as a reason for me to come back. Tinago Falls is the most popular waterfall among the more than 2 dozens of waterfalls in the province. It sits on Cabibihan Village, approximately 4 kilimoters before the town proper of Caibiran, Biliran.

The word "tinago" actually means hidden in English. The name became ironic when the waterfall became more accessible to people when the Naval-Caibiran Cross Country Road was constructed. An off-road vehicle is a better choice of transportation to reach Tinago Falls. An alternative is to ride a motorcycle that takes about 40 minutes from Naval (the capital of the province). A vast rice field is the view approaching the entrance to the falls and there is a concrete stairway leading to the view deck that provides the best view of the 80 foot high waterfalls.

I watched in awe as the raging water dropped from the limestones surrounding the natural pool. I could spend a whole day here just listening to the sound of the water splashing and enjoying the refreshing water.

The most hypnotic waterfalls magnificently lay its beauty in the heart of Caibiran rainforest, a loop trail taking 10 minutes from the highway. A hideaway that blends perfectly for nature lovers; rich blend of trees, vines, & other exotic plants accompanied by the cooling & enchanting sounds of rushing streams.

Tinago Falls can be reached via Tacloban City with domestic flights from Manila and Cebu. From the airport, take a cab and alight at the van terminal bound for Naval, located in the corner of P Burgos and Salazar Streets (van fare is around P150). Travel time is about 2 to 2.5 hours. 

There are also ferries from Cebu City traveling directly to Ormoc. From Ormoc, there are vans bound for Naval. Roro boats are also traveling from Cebu to Naval and vice versa, check the schedule here.

From Naval, inquire for habal-habal (motorcycles for hire) going to Tinago Falls. Reasonable rate is P500 round trip. Hopefully the local government can do something about the transportation to Tinago in the immediate future. Entrance fee is P10 for adults and P5 for children.

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