As all of us may know, Eastern Visayas has plenty of undiscovered paradise. Here are some of the best things to do when you visit this wonderful region. Enjoy! :-)
1. Scuba Diving at Higatangan Island
In Higatangan Island, Naval is where you would find serenity. This is located at the Biliran province, one of the six provinces of the region. The white beach is definitely breathtaking! Scuba diving is one of the awesome things to do here since the water is so clear and there are only few of developments yet. As we can observe, tourists tend to ruin a tourist destination because of irresponsibility of one's own trash. This destination has only few tourists that's why you would surely enjoy the quiet time and the nature of the area.
Moving sand bar extending around 200 meters to the sea. One huge coral rock - a reef that was thrust up from the ocean's floor centuries ago. The fields are full of gigantic clam shells. The island has several white sand beaches with exotic shells newly washed up from the seabed. Facing an open sea, the white sand beach, cool pristine waters and exotic rock formations of Higatangan Island is itself nature at its best.
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It felt like it was impossible to resist the urge of snorkeling on this side of the island. The waters is crystal-clear and maze of corals indicated the abundance of marine life. It is said that reef sharks were lurking in the vicinity but the scuba diving will not be in that area. The sharks were just small and they probably were no bigger than three feet.
HOW TO GET THERE?
The fastest way to get to Higatangan Island is by 45 mins boat ride from Naval to Mabini or Libertad port. Fare: PHP 45 for students while PHP 50 is the regular fare.
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2. Cave Adventure at Sohoton Cave
Sohoton Cave is located at Basey in the province of Samar. Fascinating geological features abound in 840-hectare park such as caves, limestone boulders, rockholes, weathered formation rocks and underground rivers. This cave is part of the Sohoton National Park. It is one of its main attractions. The entrance of the cave is parabolic-arc-shaped and with the height of 50 meters. The cathedral-like entrance of the cave is definitely attracting! The view from the outside is phenomenal.
The word Sohoton came from the Waray-Waray word "sohot" which means bend over or pass through. Sohoton is a place where are are plenty of caves that people need to bend over just to pass through.
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Spiky shaped and other shape of stalactite will be observed in its ceiling and wall. From the cave, you can see a natural swimming pool where most of the tourists loved to swim and do the binge eating after.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Basey is about 45 minutes by car from Tacloban passing through the famed San Juanico bridge. Tours start at the Basey pier where a pump boat, tour guide, and light men are rented. It is another 45-minute ride by pump boat up a winding river passing through small villages, nipa palms on the banks an a
motley parade of river crafts.
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3. Daring Activities at Agas Agas Adventure Park
Agas Agas Adventure Park is found in Sogod, Southern Leyte. It is where daring activities are found! As said by Mr. Potpot Pinili, ziplining over the Agas-Agas bridge brings to life the metaphor, "hanging by the thread." It is like flying without wings. The speed is about 160 kph on an 880-meter suspended cable and flying about 377 ft from the ground. The incline of the zipline is really solid. Most ziplines travel on a straight line but this one has an incline that is overly steep. One will also experience crossing the bridge with buses and trucks passing by you as you fly without wings over them. Thrill seekers will surely enjoy this!
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The Agas Agas bridge is also an attraction in this adventure park. It is now the tallest bridge in the country at 292 ft. above sea level. It spans about 350 linear meters and serves an important connection between Visayas and those traveling to Mindanao via Liloan.
Cable car is a very relaxing activity. It is also a mode of transport from a place to another that is very convenient. The tourists love this since they get to enjoy the view provided with a perfect and comfortable position.
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HOW TO GET THERE?
The most familiar route is if coming from Manila is plane to Tacloban City. From there, ride a van bound for Maasin City (PHP 150) asking the driver to drop you at Mahaplag Crossing. The, hire a "habal-habal" going to the Agas Agas bridge! In Poblacion, (town proper), there an variety of hotels and inns where tourists can stay that offer affordable rates.
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4. FUNtastic Time at Bangon Falls and Rapids
Bangon Falls and Rapids is located at Calbayog City in the province of Samar. Some people may say that it looks like ordinary waterfalls which really disappoint many at first. But when you explore further upstream, Bangon Falls has so much to give. It looks very promising and the water together with its ambiance will sure relax you and give you a great time. Travel here with your loved ones and experience a one of a kind trip!
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It is definitely a long trip from Manila but I am telling you that it's worth it. The sight is indeed refreshing and breathtaking. The highest tier has the biggest and the deepest basin. Come and see it for yourself!
HOW TO GET THERE?
From the city integrated public transport terminal, take the PUJ bound to Allen, a town in Northern Samar and the gateway to Region 8. You will be in Barangay Tinaplacan in estimately 2 hours of travel. Look for a habal-habal motorcycle to bring you to Bangon Falls. You can trek it if you want, it is just 3km away.
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5. Forest Experience at Maydolong and Lorente
Maydolong and Lorente are located at Borlongan Island, Eastern Samar. If you want to experience a life away from urbanization then this is for you! There is an SINP Canlumangog Base Camp.
Guests will have fun going to the base camp! They will go through trail of muds, slopes, roots, and rocks while enjoying the pleasant sound of nature and smelling the exciting scent of the forest. Full of appreciation for nature is the motive of this experience. You will get to see different kind of beautiful plants not seen everyday in the urban life.
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Nagkakalaton Nature Canal is one of its main attraction. It is a 200-meter stretch of clean water flowing into a stream with narrow upright rock wall. It is used for swimming, tubing, and other water based recreational activities.
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Nagkakalaton Natural Bridge - it looks like it imitated a huge cave entrance but when one enters in, there is a dramatic view of verdant greens and grays. There are big and long trunks of trees that were natural driven to the site by the occasional rising of the river during heavy rains.
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Going back to the barangay is by trekking. There is going to be a stop over at Kaglosong Falls. It is a 20-meter high waterfall. The natural lagoon beneath it is an ideal picnic area.
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HOW TO GET THERE?
To reach the site, an hour of car ride from Maydolong Poblacion to Barangay Del Pilar. From there, it takes an average of 2-3 hours of trekking to the base camp.
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Great! Detailed!
ReplyDeletevery nice region. a vacation here is worth it.
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