How to Get to Samal Island in Davao Del Norte

Going to Samal Island in Davao Del Norte:

The only bus company that services the island, Island City Express is owned by the Davao-Samal Ferry operator. This is the only option for the public land commuter to ride on when travelling from Davao to any major Samal destination. The ferry won't take passengers unless these are passengers of vehicles crossing with the ferry. Bus fares are inclusive of the ferry crossing. Most common ride you would find in the island of Samal is the Habal Habal - a motorcycle. They charge P200 per ride depending on where you are going. In our case we hired the man almost half of the day to bring us to some unusual spots in the island.

Samal White Beach Resorts in Davao Del Norte

Island garden city of samal has many resorts in with cheap and affordable accommodations. The island offers exciting features that pristine white sand beach resorts and watersports adventure. Bar , Fish Feeding , Island Hopping , Trekking , Samal Island Tours , Davao Inland. Its white sand beach as well as its surroundings are clean and peaceful environment. 

Bluejaz White Beach Resort: Experience Tourist Attractions in Samal Island

Experience BlueJaz Beach Resort & Water Park with its finest. Loving water so much? their beach is yours! overnight room to stay on? name it they have it … It’s a plus having 3 swimming pools for adults and children right? but there’s more, smell the refreshing breeze of the air, while you are relaxing and eating to their international cuisine restaurant. Located 100 feet off shore is the coral reef for snorkeling and diving. Daily deep water diving and fishing trips can be arranged with the in-house dive instructor. After a day in the sun and surf enjoy an evening of relaxation on the beach

Infinity Swimming Pool at Bluejaz White Beach Resort in Samal Island

 Aside from its beach, its facilities include three swimming pools and slides. If you are looking for relaxation I suggest swimming in the clear blue waters of one of our fresh water pools or enjoy the pearly white sands of our resorts private beach in the other side. Most of the resort's amenities are not yet finished but the main pool and the pool with the mini-slide are now fully-operated. 

Bluejaz White Beach Resort in Samal Island, Davao Del Norte

The island has numerous resort, one of the best white beach resort in Samal Island is the Bluejaz White Beach Resort & Waterpark. Facilities include water ski-ing, kayaking, wakeboarding and diving. don’t forget the longest waterslides in the Philippines are here in Bluejaz. If you are looking for relaxation we suggest swimming in the clear blue waters of one of our fresh water pools or enjoy the pearly white sands of our resorts private beach. The day tour entrance costs only P90 but, if you think P90 is too much compared to other beaches in Samal, better think again with all its amenities and the place itself is all worth it. For more information call: 082 302 8411 ; 082 303 1117.

How to Get to Hagimit Falls Nature's Park in Samal Island, Davao Del Norte

How to go to Samal Island, Davao

From Davao city, there are buses that goes to Samal Island through RORO(ferry). Pickup point is at Agdao, Davao.

Detail of Bus companies going to Samal
Pick up point : Magsaysay Park or at the Gasoline Station under the Agdao Flyover in Davao City.
Fares:
-from Agdao(Davao)-Babak(Samal) = P30.00
-from Agdao(Davao) – Penaplata(Samal) = P40.00
Fees: Environmental Fee - P5.00 / Falls Entrance Fee - P40.00 / Shower Fee - P10.00 / Dressing Room Fee - P10.00 each person.

Nature Beauty of Hagimit Falls in Samal Island, Davao Del Norte

Hagimit Falls is a series of water falls with varying degree of sizes. The whole resort is divided into portions. Some parts are well-maintained while the others are just plain unattractive. It is very natural there, no artificial lighting or even a restaurant. If you want food, you should bring your own! You can rent a table to sit at, and you can even rent a hut for the night. The falls are nice, although the water not so clear. But the surroundings are very peaceful. The Hagimit falls is two kilometers away from Penaplata proper. It is accessible by car or a motorcycle. To get there you need to hike more or less 15 minutes. The local community collects P40.00 each for developments plus environmental fee of P5.00 each for the City Governement of Samal. Most of the first timer to see this place got a jaw dropping experience.

Mendez Resort at the Center of Hagimit Falls in Samal Island

Mendez Resort is now under construction, there is a big bridge with man-made stone creation. On our way to the falls we passed by many signs that said Hagimit Falls – printed on the signs was the face of salon owner Jessie Mendez. Apparently, he owns a part of the resort.  Guests at the resort may bring in food and can swim in the area.

Mahal Forest Resort in Hagimit Falls, Samal Island

Mahal Forest Resort is beside Hagimit Falls & Nature's Park. This was a privately owned resort at the center of the park. Enjoy the beauty & relaxing place. The place is not yet fully developed, the forest was unspoiled. Attractions of the resort was the floating cottages, wide parking space, restaurant and overlooking view of hagimit falls. The water is very cold. This waterfall is definitely an excellent site for camping since there are some campsites available. It is suitable for those who want to have been relaxing moments and quick dip to fresh water.

How to Get to Monfort Bat Cave Sanctuary in Samal Island

Going to Monfort Bat Cave Sanctuary from Davao International Airport:

From Davao International Airport,take a jeepney bound to Sasa Ferry Terminal  the fare is Php.8.00 or you may take an Island Express Bus going to Samal Island then drop off Babak District. From Babak, take a single motorcycle (habal-habal) or tricyle going to Barangay Tambo where Monfort Bat Cave is situated. No worries, all Samal Folks and habal-habal drivers knows the place. We haggle the price for 100 pesos good for 3 person. Note: Environmental Fee is Php 5.00 and Monfort Bat Cave Sanctuary is Php 100.00 each.  Bring foods and water.

Beach Area at Monfort Sactuary - Moonrise Wonders

MONFORT BAT CAVE is truly a great pride of the Island Garden City of Samal. A great place worth to visit. After all, who wouldn’t, it is a Guinness World Record holder. After the 1 hour tour in the bat sanctuary, we decided to go at there beach front area to take some pictures and see what is in there. The place look-like a hidden beach area with a lot of coconut trees ang gumamela flowers.  .There is camping area in front of the beach area and its got a great view of the beach.

 

Monfort Bat Sanctuary: Guiness World Record Holder

You can discovered a new place worthy to take a look-the Monfort Bat Sanctuary in Samal Island, Davao Del Norte.  According to our guide, the Monfort Bat Cave is some sort of a sanctuary for these night creatures. Whether old bats or young bats, they have their place here. Our first cave was a space for the oldies. The Monfort Bat Cave is a Guinness World Record holder having almost 2 million bats. Visit the caves at Samal Island in Davao and help for it's preservation and conservationWe enjoyed our stay here, and I hope you can come visit, too! Up next: Higimit Falls In Samal Island.

Monfort Bat Cave Sanctuary in Samal Island, Davao Del Norte

We are all excited to see the cave, the road is under construction going to the main cave. There are 5 openings of the bat sanctuary. The Monfort Bat Cave located inside the Monfort Eco Park at Brgy. Tambo, Babak District, Davao Del Norte, which is privately-own and is the world’s largest colony of Geoffroy’s Rousette Fruit Bats (Rousettus Amplexicaudatus) with an estimated 1.8 million bats living in the five remaining caves of Samal Island, to a density of 645 bats per square meter. This distinction was entered into the Guinness Book of World Records as the biggest colony of Geoffrey’s Rousette Fruit Bat in the world. Monfort Bat Cave Entrance fee of Php. 100 per person plus Environmental fee of Php. 5 per pax.

The Giant Durian Sculpture in Davao City International Airport

One thing you have to see in Davao International Airport when you arrive is the huge Durian sculpture built by one of Davao’s highly respected sculptor, painter and artist Kublai Millan. The biggest durian in Davao can be seen not in the market… but at the Davao International Airport! I’m talking about the giant durian statue. The Durian sculpture unfolds to reveal the tri-people of Davao: the Lumads, the Muslims, the Settlers.. Departing or arriving at the Davao International Airport, don't forget to take a pictures with your family and friends. Come and visit Davao City now.

You can see another work of Kublai here

Inside the Davao International Airport 2012

A lots of stores and restaurants inside the terminal. Davao International Airport is the only airport where you get your shoes x-rayed twice before you can pass. Transportation outside the airport are jeepneys ply from Barangay Buhangin, Sasa where the Davao International Airport is located to Davao’s city center where tourist attractions including San Pedro Cathedral nearby Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Dabaw, and Museo Dabawenyo are located. The jeepney fare is about P15 per person. Taxis are available inside and outside the airport 24 hours a day. Taxi fare from the airport going to the city center is about P100-P150.

 

Touch Down at Davao International Airport, Davao City

Hello! Davao International Airport, formerly known as Francisco Bangoy International Airport, is Mindanao's international gateway to countries like Singapore, Hong Kong, and Indonesia; and to the rest of the Philippines: Cebu, Zamboanga, and Manila. It is the busiest airport in Mindanao. is the main airport serving Davao City in the Philippines.  Eventually a new, larger terminal building which would consolidate the two existing terminals. In planning since 1992, construction of the new Davao International Airport began in 2000, and was subsequently inaugurated on December 2, 2003, with a capacity double than that of the old airport terminal. The terminal has four units of these boarding bridges for passengers.

Bound to Davao City Via Airphil Express

We had a trip last June 15 via Airphil Express, our first time to ride that airline. Early flight at 4am, so we had to go as early as 2am sharp. It has a smooth travel which approximately 2 hours travel time. I booked this flight 2 months ago. As low as Php. 1,474 (roundtrip) per person inclusive of taxes, fuel surcharge, web fee etc. This is the latest promo fare announced by Airphil Express. This flight allows as to have a 10 kilos per person.

How to Get to Sampaguita Gardens Resort in Aklan

Ttrip from Kalibo to the town of New Washington just about 20 minutes away on mostly breezy beach and seascapes along the way. There are even resort-like restaurants by the roadside Hire a tricyle from Aklan International Airport us that this strip of highway only gets busy when there are the big passenger ships arriving from or departing for Manila, There are even 2 seaports in this town that is only about 10 kilometers from Kalibo. You must not miss it if you are to take a vacation at Boracay. Its just a 1- 2-hour ride from Caticlan to New Washington, Kalibo. Another thing that makes your visit or vacation at the resort so overwhelming is the warm treatment of their staff. Even if you are just an ordinary person entering the resort, you are very well accommodated and assisted by their staff.

Doll Musuem and Jojo's Christmas Cottage in Kalibo Aklan

Precious Moments Gallery showing early editions of Precious Moments choice items from bisque figurines and dolls. It is likewise a mini-museum of select memorabilia such as personal items belonging to Sam Butcher (paint-spattered work outfits) juxtaposed with a display of select gift items given to Sam Butcher. The Precious Moments Gallery is open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Other Galleries are currently being developed to add to the many interesting and very educational amenities of Sampaguita Gardens.  onder how come there is anything like this in such a remote town like New Washington. There is even the Italian-styled “Sir Sam’s Ristoranti” which we learned generally serves as the breakfast area for the resort’s guests. But a portion in the area also serves as front desk and business center. A very nice place for both young and old.

Asian Village in Sampaguita Gardens Resorts,New Washington Aklan

Oriental Flavors is a fine dining restaurant that serves a fusion of Asian dishes, primarily Thai and Chinese cuisine. The interiors are decorated in a tasteful mix of ornaments: jars and porcelain vessels, larger-than-life statuary, silk flowers and crystal chandeliers. The tables and chairs were designed and created exclusively for Oriental Flavors. The Oriental Flavors Fine Dining Restaurant is open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. In the heart of the Chapel Garden is a Bird Bath amidst angel flowers, hibiscus flowers in different colors, the ever popular Calachuchi (Frangipani) and palm trees.Coffee Town is a European-style café that serves hot and cold coffee concoctions as well as cakes and pastries. Coffee Town is open from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 

Swimming Pool at Sampaguita Gardens Resort in Aklan

Today, Sampaguita Gardens is recognized as a landmark in the Travel & Trade Industry. My PhP50.00 consumable entrance fee for our food. I took lunch at the poolside and thought their food were very expensive but the price was reasonable enough.hahaha! The Spa is a place of tranquility, rest and recreation with a calm and soothing ambiance. Come in and inquire about available services, from massages, body treatments and other services. Please note that children are not allowed inside the Spa, which is open from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Last call for treatment is at 10:00 p.m. Appointments are encouraged.  

Sampaguita Gardens Resort in New Washington, Kalibo Aklan

To ask what else can I see in and around Kalibo since I was about to go heading to Antique that time. I was gladly told of many things, and Sampaguita Gardens was one of them. Sampaguita Gardens was originally owned by an American named Samuel Butcher, the creator of Precious Moments artworks. Mr. Butcher, who owns Precious Moments Park in Carthage, Missouri, put his ideas into action in December 2001 and in June 2003, the resort began commercial operations. There are gardens everywhere. And they’re all well-maintained. Figurines and statues dot the gardens. Two life-sized horses made of bronze by the entrance to what they call the oriental garden are a fantastic photo-op. 

President Roxas Church Parish of St. Joseph the Worker

The church has a simple beauty that charms many people to visit the place. It has unique interior which includes simple interiors, low ceiling and great lighting. Here are the short description of the church.

St. Joseph the Worker Parish
President Roxas, 5803 Capiz

Population: 40,001
Catholics: 39,501
Fiesta: St. Joseph the Worker during May 1
Parish Priest: Very Rev. Msgr. John A. Luza, PC
Parochial Vicar: Rev. Fr. Jeffrey Estrella

Photowalk at President Roxas in Capiz (Lutod Lutod)

It's my first time to visit President Roxas (formerly known as Lutod Lutod by locals). Which is the 4th class municipality if Capiz. People of President Roxas celebrate their Sinaot Festival every 1st of May. At yun ang hindi ko nasaksihan! Bad! Every city has some sort of a festival or tradition that is celebrated every year. In the Philippines almost all barangays that are predominantly populated by Christians celebrate fiesta. Tell us about the festivals, fiestas and traditions of President Roxas. 

Treat Yourself at Panulce Bakeshop in Roxas City

ABS-CBN's Travel show, Trip na Trip featured Panulce Bakeshop in Roxas City. Panulce is one of the leading pastry shops in the city, where you can buy some of these good foods. Its bestseller is the Biscottini – toasted bread glazed with caramel on top. It is light and crispy and it will definitely tickle your sweet tooth. It is a perfect entertainment snack that goes well with a cup of coffee or chocolate frappe. Aside from Biscottini, you can also take home other delicious pastries from Panulce, like ensaymada, polvoron, and rocky road bars. There are also mouth-watering cakes that will surely suit your cravings.

Panulce is located at Magallanes Street and at Gaisano City – Roxas.  

Panulce Contact Numbers:
(036) 621-6144
(036) 621-0488

Shangrila's Mactan Resort and Spa By Night

It was once the Philippines largest resort and the best white sand beach area. They are located in two wings: the Ocean Wing and the Main Wing. All of the rooms are decorated with a terrific combination of contemporary Filipino furnishings with materials like capiz, banana leaf. Dining is also an interesting experience at the Shangri-la Mactan Island with the six restaurants and bars available at the site including the brand new Acqua restaurant, which offers Italian cuisine to family favorites like the Cowrie Cove. Whether on the beach, pool or the E-Zone entertainment center, visitors can enjoy a cocktail at the Chill Out Bar. 

Nino & Khisty Dried Fish Stall in Taboan Market, Cebu City

Wow Danggit! The famous dried fish is Danggit. A small and thin fish available as salted or unsalted. I prefer both as both salted and unsalted taste good to me. Taboan Market is a place in Cebu where you can buy sweet delicacies and known in our country as public dried fish haven as pasalubong. I bought dried danggit for only Php300.00 You'll get a lot of dried fish when you buy 1 kilo. Taste good specially when you dipped it to a vinegar with garlic and have a best fried rice - a very tasty breakfast. Aside from dried fish, other Cebu's delicacies can be found there like dried mangoes, otap, chicharon car-car and other delicacies.             

Pacific Mall In Mandaue Cebu City

I had quick dinner at Pacific Mall Food Court to try their lechon cebu. The area clean and a lot of people are there to have their meals or merienda as well. I watched singing contest at their Activity Center located at 3rd level of the mall. The Mall is easy accessible by multicab and taxi which bound to the city center of Cebu.

Roaming Around at SM City Cebu

SM Cebu is the 11th biggest mall in the Philippines. After roaming around the city proper, I immediately take a jeepney bound to SM City Cebu.It's my second time to visit the mall but for now I travel solo backpacking. It has a land area of 11.8 hectares and a gross floor area of 268,611, becoming part of the world's 15 largest shopping mall.

Cebu City Hall and Santo Niño Church

Infront of Magellan's Cross you can see the old Cebu City Hall and in the other side is Santo Niño Church where people go every Saturday and Sunday. Which also still retains the original stone texture and natural color. The statue is permanently housed under bulletproof glass at the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño in Cebu City. Its feast is celebrated every third Sunday of January.Cebu City is a highly-urbanized city, which makes itself independent from Cebu province.

The Historical Magellan's Cross in Cebu City

My second day in Cebu was a very busy day for me where I roam around mandaue and city proper. One of the most visited place in Cebu is The Magellan's Cross where people got some pictures for souvenir when coming to Cebu which is also known to be "The Queen City of the South" . Old Magellan’s Cross is housed in a small 8 sided polygon chapel next to Basilica Minore del Santo Niño across Cebu City Hall along Magallanes St.  The street was named after the Portuguese explorer Magellan. You can also witness several women selling candles for P 1.00 and P 5.00 each. These women would ask for your name/s, dance in front of Magellan’s cross as they say a prayer for protection and security. This has already been a tradition along with the lighting of candle.

Lapu Lapu Monument in Cebu

Lapu-Lapu Monument is located inside an enclosed park at Punta Engaño on the northern side of Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. Mactan Shrine hosts “Kadaugan sa Mactan”, a re-enactment of the heroic Battle of Mactan every year during the battle’s anniversary.The Lapu-Lapu Monument can also be found inside Mactan Shrine. It is a 20-meter bronze statue of Lapu-Lapu holding a shield in one hand and “kampilan” sword on the other hand. 

Where to buy Pasalubong & Souvenir in Cebu City

The Lapu-Lapu Shrine in Punta Engaño, Mactan is said to mark the spot in buying affordable pasalubong items. A travel time of less than 30 minutes from the airport is all it takes for you to reach several pasalubong shops in the plaza adjacent to the Mactan Shrine. There are more items to choose like T-shirts, Keychain, Native Items, Bracelets, Hats, Shorts, Slippers and many more. 

Touchdown at Mactan-Cebu International Airport

The airport is the Philippines' second primary gateway after the NAIA airports in Metro Manila. The terminal building incorporates both international and domestic flights with a combined capacity for almost 5 million passengers. It's my second time to visit the Queen City of the South. I remember last time we had fun with my friends ken, vic, cha and vivelyn last December 2010. It was an early flight at NAIA Terminal 3, 4am bound to Cebu City and abu\out 1 hour and 15 minutes. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is one of the major cargo airports in the Visayas and has major international flights nowaday. The airport is nice, clean and easy to access by car,taxi or multicab.If budget is a concern, stay away from those yellow airport taxis. Expect P250 to 350 for your ride to the city center since you have to traverse Lapu Lapu City and Mandaue City to get to Cebu City. If you're heading to Talisay or Danao, then taxi would be an expensive option.  

2012 Construction of Mambusao Plaza in Capiz

Mambusao is the cleaniest town and one of the first class Municipality in Capiz. Nowadays when I visited my hometown, there where some changes of our public plaza. The area is under renovation and I will be constructed for about 4-6 months. Im excited to see the new public plaza in my future vist. People in Mambusao is lso known to be a town of good musicians all over Capiz and Panay Island. Mambusao Capiz has its own annual festival the Inilusan Festival in honor of St. Catherine of Alexandria the patron Saint of the town. Celebrated during the 25th day of November. Inilusan which literally mean sharing of dish by neighbors.

How to Get to Paraiso Del Rio Mambusao in Capiz

Going to Paraiso Del Rio Mambusao Capiz:

From Roxas City:

Manila to Roxas City by plane is about 1 hour via Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. From the airport take a tricyle going to Albar Jeepney Terminal located at Km 1 Roxas City. Then take a jeepney bound to Mambusao about 1 hour and a half travel period. Ask the driver to drop you off at Mambusao Public Market where the tricyle going to Barangay Tumalalod is located, about 20-30 minutes travel from the town of Mambusao to Paraiso Del Rio.

Where to stay in Mambusao Capiz?

ED & DATS MINI RESORTMambusao, Capiz
Tel. No. (036) 6470-256
Contact Person: Eduardo Lariosa

River Cruise & Revisiting Paraiso Del Rio Mambusao in Capiz

In Mambusao Capiz, one of the tourist attraction is Paraiso Del Rio located at Barangay Tumalalod, Mambusao Capiz, about 20 to 30 minutes travel from the town. They are offering boat rental or balsa, cottages, function area or pavillon for parties, reunion and any occasion. Enjoy the river bamboo adventures along the river dam or get some fish at their pond. It's open to public from 6:00am to 8:00pm only.

Paraiso Del Rio Fees & Amenities:

Entrance Fee: Php 5.00 per person

Rent of Kubo: Php 50.00 good for 12 persons.

Rent of Mini Hall: Php150.00

Pavillon/Reception Hall: Php 500.00(with comfort room,electricity,tables and chairs)

River Cruise: Php 300.00 for first 1 hour

Corkage: Php 50.00 /case of sofdrinks

              Php 100.00/ case of beer

              Php 10.00 / botlle of hard liquor

White Moon Bar at Manila Ocean Park

White Moon Bar is called by many as a hidden night-out gem in the heart. We had an event that night so I take some photos and post to my travel travel blog. The perfect spot for enjoying the bay breeze and Manila’s famous sunset while lounging in their comfy sofas. If you like the idea of a 'drink with a view', this is the place for you. Head down there towards sunset, grab a spot on the bar's white leather seats. So the next time you want to escape the city, don’t go too far and just visit WhiteMoon bar. Too bad they’re open only until around midnight. But I guess that’s okay, because I think the perfect time to be there is really during sunset.

White Moon Bar Contact Number:

Phone Number:  0917-8154181

Facebook Page: WhiteMoon Bar Facebook Page

Century Old Kalibo Cathedral in Aklan

Don't forget to visit the Sto. Nino Shrine on the right side of the church to make a wish! Kalibo Cathedral is on the center of the town which nearly located the Provincial Capitol & public plaza. Every second week of January when it hosts the Ati-Atihan Festival, the grandest street party in entire Philippines. Devotees nowadays participate in the street dancing, novena and masses or fall in line at the century-old Kalibo Cathedral, with Kalibo Bishop Jose Corazon Tala-oc .The Kalibo Cathedral should ideally be your next stop over on your Kalibo or Boracay tours. The similarity is the architecture gives the impression that Kalibo Cathedral and Museo.

Aklan: Inside Kalibo International Airport

For visitors who love food, try to indulge in Aklan's special inside Kalibo International Airport. In the 2nd floor of the airport you can check the Airmall which can avail imported discounted products, the area is so clean and relaxing ambience. Airport is set for massive upgrade with the 3billion pesos budget approved By DOTC with the support of Sec. Mar Roxas and CAAP officials plus additional aircraft parking and airport lights and additional vehicular parking. When you’re in Aklan for your Boracay trip and you have time to spare, visiting Jojo’s Christmas Cottage at Sampaguita Gardens in New Washington, Aklan is well worth it. It’s a 10-minute ride from the Kalibo Airport.

Welcome to Kalibo International Airport in Aklan

Hello Kalibo International Airport! Talo pa ang airport ng Roxas City-,my citytown. Anyway, Kalibo in Aklan is a 45 minute flight from Manila with an additional 1.5 hour bus ride  if your going to Island of Boracay. For this trip I flying Philippines Airlines. There are two other airlines namely, Cebu Pacific, Air Phil Express and Zest Air both local airlines. Terminal fee cost Php. 30.00. Located at Barangay Pook Airport, Pook Kalibo, Aklan. The airport is about ten minutes from the main plaza of Kalibo. The airport services international destinations namely: Seoul-Incheon, Busan, Shanghai, Chengdu, Taipei, Beijing, Hong Kong and soon in Singapore.The Kalibo International Airport is now the busiest international and local flights in Western Visayas Region (Island of Panay) compared to other airports in the region. Regular and chartered flights and accommodated thousands of travelers during the holidays from Asian routes to the capital town of Kalibo.

How to Get to Kayak Inn (Kawa Hot Bath and Tibiao River Kayaking) in Antique

Going to Kawa Hot Bath & River Kayaking in Tibiao Antique:

From Iloilo City:

From Iloilo International Airport take a jeepney bound to city proper. Tibiao is 172 km from Iloilo City or a 3-4 hour drive to tibiao. Hourly bus trips and vans are available at the Molo Bus Terminal, in Iloilo City. Take the buses and vans plying the Iloilo-Caticlan or Iloilo-Culasi or Iloilo-Libertad or Pandan Antique routes.

From Caticlan, Aklan (Boracay):

 At the Caticlan terminal, buses and vans plying the Iloilo via San Jose route can take you directly to Tibiao, Antique. Tibiao is 93 km from Caticlan or a 2-3 hour drive.

Ask the driver to drop you to the public plaza of Tibiao, from there take a tricyle going to crossing Barangay Importante which cost you Php 20.00. Then habal habal ride about 20 minutes (single motorcycle) going to Kayak Inn where the Kawa Hot Bath, Tibiao River and Tibiao Hanging Bridge is located which I pay Php 100.00 pesos for 2 way ride (vice versa) Fees: Kawa Hot Bath for one hour cost  = Php 100.00.

Tibiao River & Kayak Inn Contact Number in Antique

Tibiao River is also known as Calauagan River. I only stayed and enjoyed the kawa hot bath for an hour then I immediately went to the river, taking some pictures and experience the cold water which flows toward the Kayak Inn were the Kawa Hot Bath is located. As per local people, Kayak Inn is the number one tourist attraction in the province of Antique. Ideal for white water kayaking by the Boracay based Tribal Adventure Group and one of the top kayaking spots in the Philippines.

Kawa Hot Bath Contact Numbers (Kayak Inn )

Look for Ms. Shiela Endrico (Caretaker)

Mobile: 0905-906238 / 09301375197 / 09215701947

 

Relaxing Kawa Hot Bath in Tibiao Antique

The most attractions in the town of Tibiao in Antique is to experience nature trekking, kayaking and kawa hot bath. Kawa is the hiligaynon term for a big wok or large flyer. There are three kawa in the Kayak Inn which located at Barangay Tigbaboy, Municipality of Tibiao, Antique Western Visayas. Tibiao is more than just a Boracay sidetrip, discover this place and experience the uniqueness of the town. They also offer waterfalls trek in Bugtong Falls, River-kayaking, night accomodation with foods.

How to Get to Tibiao Fish Spa in Antique

Tibiao Fish Spa is the most affordable fish spa in the world using locally bred TheraFish from Tibiao, Antique. Located at Barangay Calawgan, Tibiao, Antique Tibiao Fish Spa The biggest fish spa in the Philippines.

Going to Tibiao Fish Spa in Antique,Western Visayas, Philippines:

By air

The Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (Caticlan International Airport) near Boracay, Aklan serves dozens of flights daily to the Philippine capital of Manila and Cebu City. From the airport, Tibiao is only an hour and a half (82.6 km) away.

Relaxing Tibiao Fish Spa in Antique

I Love Tibiao, Antique! It was founded by a group of three friends consists of Flord Calawag, Rex Dianala and Emmanuel Ferriols. All three graduated from UP Visayas College of Fisheries.Tibiao Fish Spa is the newest tourist attraction in the province that offers a unique experience by combining the relaxing and exfoliating effects of fish nibbling on a person’s layer of dead skin. It is totally safe, totally fun, & very effective.Super relaxing and tickling to your skin. It cost Php. 100 for 1 hour. Then, many Ilonggos went to Tibiao and enjoyed the experience.

How to Get to Malalison Island White Beach in Culasi Antique

Going to Malalison Island White Beach Resort in Culasi Antique:

The more attractive about the province are the natural beauty and enchantment and the many historical sites of Antique Province itself.  First,  from Iloilo, take Culasi bound buses (Ceres Bus Liner) or L300 van at Antique Transport Terminal in Molo, Iloilo City. Travel time from Iloilo City to Culasi is approximately 3 hours. Another option is to take an hour travel via bus from Caticlan, Malay, Aklan to Culasi. Upon reaching Culasi, head to the back of public market or ask the driver to drop you off at Culasi Municipal Hall. and rent a pumpboat or big banca to Malalison Island. The island can be reached after a 20 minute boat ride. The fare is about 50 pesos per person.

Island of Malalison White Beach Resort in Antique

Looking for White Beach in the Island of Antique? Malalison Island White Beach in Antique (also known as Mararison) is one of the three island barangays of Culasi, a progressive town of Antique, Philippines. The island is accessible via a 20 minute pump boat ride from the mainland.For those traveling this route by bus or van from Caticlan (Boracay) or Iloilo City through Antique Province.  A P10 entrance fee is collected for the local guests and P20 for foreigners.A stretch of powdery white sand beaches and crystal clear water comparable to that of Boracay Island. While the beaches on the other side of the island are mostly pebbles similar to Boracay’s Puka Beach.

Culasi Beach Resort in Antique

It has a great wide beach area in the whole province of Antique because of their blue crystal water, clean pebbled beach and coral reefs. You’ll pass through pretty, quiet, small towns with well-kept plazas, churches and schools.  There will be almost no tourist facilities because this area sees so few tourists.  If you stop at one of the towns to buy snacks the Antiqueños will be happy to see you.  The area is beautiful and very attractive if it will be developed as a big resort and accomodation as well.

Culasi in Antique: Roaming Around The Town

I had more fun in Antique because of the people, culture, simple life, great wide beach and peaceful place to live. According to the 2011 census, it has a population of 32,998 people in 6,396 households. With an area of 228.56 km² Culasi is one of the cities with a smaller urban area.  This pictures is taken at their Municipal Plaza and Culasi Monument located along the highway. The town is not so crowded,  everyone deserves a relaxing side trip.  I personally wanted to relax in a place with a few people.Culasi is politically subdivided into 44 barangays.  It just behind Mt. Madyaas, one of the highest mountain in Antique. Culasi is approximately 90 kilometers from San Jose de Buenavista, the capital town of Antique and 88 kilometers from Kalibo, the capital of Aklan.

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