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Tinuy-an Falls Angry Mode during January, Bislig City

April 7, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Tinuy-an Falls got angry in the month of January!

During rainy seasons which mostly January, Tinuy-an Falls of Bislig City became a powerful force of Mother Nature like the Niagara Falls of Canada. The falls blanketed the whole scene with fog and cloudy atmosphere. It flows like a thick white curtain, and you will not see even a tiny dark line from the walls of the falls from the first tier up to the last. Everything is covered with cotton white with a thunderous smash of the angry falls echoing the ears.

Location: Bislig City, Surigao del Sur, Caraga Region

How to get there: Public Utility Bus or van from Butuan City to Bislig City, then rent a van or jeepney in going to Tinuy-an Falls.

Distance: Estimated 4 hours of travel from Butuan City to Bislig City through public utility bus or van, then from Bislig City terminal you can rent van or jeepney in going to Tinuy-an Falls for estimated 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Discovered White House in the Heart of Sohoton, Bucas Grande Islands

April 6, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

This is not a haunted house! In the middle of the cove another attraction where visitors can contemplate how beautiful Sohoton and the rest of Bucas Grande islands and islets.

This white house, you can stay for awhile before going to Sohoton Cove, and probably, seminars and training can be held to lift your spirits high. You can not see any construction anywhere else in Sohoton but this is just the only one there standing on the ground nestled in lush vegetation and mountains.

Location: Socorro, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Hayanggabon Port, Claver, then a boat ride from the port in going to Socorro town or Rally Point, then hire a pump boat to carry to different destinations in Bucas Grande Islands.

Distance: It will take estimated 2 hours to reach Hayanggabon Port of Claver from Butuan City, then another possible half to one hour crossing the seas going to Socorro or Rally Point, and from there you can hire pump boat to carry to different destinations in Bucas Grande Islands.

Impressive View of Surigao Strait at Almont Beach Resort, Surigao City

April 5, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Enjoying your time at the impressive view of Surigao Strait!

The captured site is at the foreground of Almont Beach Resort of Surigao City. The scenic views dominating Surigao Strait was once the center of history the war between the Filipinos and the Japanese Imperial Army. But now the loveliest place to visit looking the magical nest of Mother Nature as it was surrounded with Islands and Islets the vast bodies of calm water and the beautiful sunrise.

Location: Barangay Lipata, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Surigao City, then taking a tricycle or multi-cab in going to Almont Beach Resort.

Distance: It will take for estimated 2 to 3 hours from Butuan City to Surigao City, then from the terminal of Surigao City you can take a ride on tricycle or multi-cab just for 15 minutes going to Almont Beach Resort.

Before Sunrise at Cagwait White Beach, Cagwait, Surigao del Sur

April 5, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Just look at the playing sea waves in the morning before sunrise!

Cagwait White Beach is located at Cagwait, Surigao del Sur. It is a white sand beach surrounds an inland water, that is a long stretch of white sands before your eyes!

Cagwait White Beach is also considered as ‘Boracay of Caraga’ and the ‘Unseen Paradise’ but now became famous for Caraga Region tourist spots because of clear jade water and the long stretch of white sands will take you for miles walking along the beach.

Location: Cagwait, Surigao del Sur, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Cagwait, then along the highway can take a walk into the Cagwait White Beach or take a ride on bicycle or tricycle.

Distance: It will take for estimated 3 hours from Butuan City to Cagwait national highway using public utility bus or private vehicle, then at the highway of Cagwait, you can walk for about 15 minutes or taking a ride on bicycle or tricycle for a few minutes reaching Cagwait White Beach.

One of the Many God-made Pools in Magpupungko, Pilar, Siargao

April 5, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Turquoise water in the pools!

One of the many components of having a beautiful spot is to have natural-made pools, and this is where Magpupungko steals the show from the rest of the view. Magpupungko is located at Pilar, Siargao, Surigao del Norte.

The spot is visited more often from the locals as well as the international tourists due to amazing rock formations, high waves, and a haven of many God-made pools scattered along the way.

International Game Fishing Tournament is also the most awaited activity comes in the month of April where many anglers around the globe take the stage to capture giant fishes from the seas.

Location: Magpupungko, Pilar, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Surigao City, then RORO or Pumpboat for crossing the sea to Dapa Port, then from Dapa Port taking a ride by jeepney or private vehicle to Magpupungko, Pilar

Distance: It will take for estimated 2 to 3 hours from Butuan City to Surigao City using public utility bus or private vehicle, then from Surigao City seaport crossing the sea by RORO for about 3 to 4 hours or pump boat for 2 to 3 hours in reaching Dapa Port. While in Dapa Port hiring a jeepney or private vehicle for at least half to one hour in going to Magpupungko.

At Foot Mt. Mayapay and Butuan Skyline

April 3, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Mt. Mayapay a historic piece in Butuan, aside from its tourism piece!

Mt. Mayapay already mentioned in historic books of Butuan as its named originated from Madjapahit Empire. Now already the favorite destinations of trekkers and adventurers as rising nearly 700 meters above the sea level. Well, Mt. Mayapay provides a clear view of Butuan skyline and Butuan Bay, the fresh air from the mountains and from the ocean. Mother Nature surrounds everyone when you reach the peak of Mt. Mayapay.

Location: Butuan City, capital of Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City proper by tricycle or bicycle en route to barangay Bonbon, and from there, take a walk as part of the adventure to the different mountains before reaching the highest peak, the Mt. Mayapay.

Distance: It will take for estimated 15 minutes by tricycle or bicycle to drop you in barangay Bonbon, then estimated 4 to 6 hours of walking from the drop point in going to Mt. Mayapay.

Stingless Jellyfish at Jellyfish Lagoon, Bucas Grande Islands

April 3, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

This is one of the friendliest jellyfish in the planet, and take note they are millions here!

The stingless jellyfish lives in sancutary Jellyfish Lagoon, Sohoton, Bucas Grande Islands, Surigao del Norte.

As visitors enter the waters on a paddle boat, the lagoon becomes a pool of floating orange blobs. The jellyfish steal the show amidst the chirping birds, the calm aqua jade waters and lush green mountains. Called the “jellyfish lagoon,” these creatures have umbrella-shaped bodies where elongated clubs, instead of tentacles, dangle from the midsection.

Location: Sohoton, Bucas Grande Islands, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Hayanggabon Port, Claver, then a boat ride from the port in going to Socorro town or Rally Point.

Distance: It will take estimated 2 hours to reach Hayanggabon Port of Claver from Butuan City, then another possible half to one hour crossing the seas going to Socorro or Rally Point.

Guess? Hagonoy of Bislig or Hagonoy of Britania

April 3, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Hagonoy of Bislig or Hagonoy of Britania? Both are white island beach facing the ocean.

The awesome photo of a white island is from Britania Group of Islands and Islets as one of the scenic 24 islands and islets facing the Pacific Ocean in the town of San Agustin, Surigao del Sur. This group of islands was famous because of it sugary-white sands, turquoise waters, snorkeling, and islands hopping.

Location: San Agustin, Surigao del Sur, Caraga Region

How to get there: Public Utility Bus or van from Butuan City to San Agustin town, then rent a boat for island hopping in Britania Group of Islands.

Distance: Estimated 3 hours of travel from Butuan City to San Agustin, then rent a boat for island hopping to Britania Group of Islands.

Boy Enjoying his Time at Britania Mangroves, San Agustin, Surigao del Sur

March 31, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Enjoy your time with nature at Britania Islands!

The sights and sounds of Britania Islands can be exciting. If you want to challenge another one before going to white pristine beaches, like a boy did in his own time by hanging at the mangroves tree while listening to the crackling of the leaves by the wind blows coming from the ocean. Such a refreshing moment for one’s soul.

Location: San Agustin, Surigao del Sur, Caraga Region

How to get there: Public Utility Bus or van from Butuan City to San Agustin town, then went to the coastal area for Britania Islands escape and witness mangroves along the bridge to the boating area.

Distance: Estimated 3 hours of travel from Butuan City to San Agustin.

Rock Sitting in a Rock, Landmark in Magpupungko, Pilar, Siargao

March 30, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

A giant rock sitting on a rock! Magpupungko means from the word ‘pungko’ (to sit) and here goes the name of the place.

One landmark in Magpupungko that wonders everyone. This rock may have been there for million years. This astounding creation by nature located at Magpupungko, Pilar, Siargao as one of the best sights unfolded in Siargao.

Magpupungko is a haven of rocks from mountains to sea floor with hollow spaces on the ground. Once invaded by rising tide, the hollow spaces form into different natural made pools when seawaters subside back to the ocean.

Location: Magpupungko, Pilar, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

One of Millions Stingless Jellyfish at Jellyfish Lagoon, Bucas Grande Islands, Surigao del Norte

March 30, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

These are friendly jellyfish!

This is one of the millions stingless jellyfish can be your friend forever. They are here to greet your eyes that they are the harmless creatures living in a peaceful and serene place called Jellyfish Lagoon at Sohoton, Bucas Grande Islands. The lagoon is a grand expanse of still turquoise water, making the outlines of corals visible underneath.

During the month of March until May, millions of stingless jellyfish started to show up, and visitors keep coming to witness them floating the waters of Sohoton.

Location: Sohoton, Bucas Grande Islands, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Hayanggabon Port, Claver, then a boat ride from the port in going to Socorro town or Rally Point.

Distance: It will take estimated 2 hours to reach Hayanggabon Port of Claver from Butuan City, then another possible half to one hour crossing the seas going to Socorro or Rally Point.

Breathtaking View at Marcos Park Against the Serene Background of Butuan Bay, Carmen, Agusan del Norte

March 30, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

The amazing sight before your eyes, wonderful creations blend in one setting!

The breathtaking view at the peak of a mountain in Marcos Park of Carmen town, Agusan del Norte province, where the large bodies of water called Butuan Bay, and the saga of mountains beyond Misamis and Bukidnon province. The aerial view dominated the green and lushful vegetation, and the presence of Camiguin Island added attraction to the view.

The sights and sounds embrace once soul when Mother Nature dominates the scene.

Location: Carmen, Agusan del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: Bus or Jeepney from Butuan City to Carmen town boundary.

Distance: Estimated 1 hour of travel from Butuan City to Carmen town boundary, then take a walk for 10 minutes at the peak.

Corals are Endemic Along Coastline in Carmen forming Milking White Beach, Carmen, Agusan del Norte

March 30, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Beautiful corals form a milking white in a beach! Endemic in some coastlines of Carmen, Agusan del Norte.

Corals in a beach of Carmen in different shapes and sizes! They are there spreading at the coastlines will tell us that the seabed was a hub of different marine life and coral reefs. You can witness them in different beaches of Carmen and one example is the Bolihon Beach Resort.

Location: Carmen, Agusan del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: Bus or Jeepney from Butuan City to Carmen town

Distance: Estimated 1 hour of travel from Butuan City to Carmen, then in the terminal, bicycle or tricycle ride will drop you to Bolihon Beach Resort for about 15 minutes.

Rocky Amontay Beach Coastline, Nasipit, Agusan del Norte

March 29, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

What a sight to behold!

Amazing rock formations along the coastline in Amontay, near the famous beach Amontay Beach Resort, in Nasipit Town, Agusan del Norte. Enjoyed much while exploring the different rocks as you walk in coastlines for miles. You will also witness trees submerged in the water, along the side is the mountains where you can rest under the shade of a tree.

Location: Nasipit, Agusan del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: Bus or Jeepney from Butuan City to Nasipit town highway, then went inside to reach Amontay Beach Resort, then take a walk along its coastlines.

Distance: Estimated 1 hour of travel from Butuan City to Nasipit, then in the highway turn right to get inside in Amontay Beach Resort for 10 minutes. From the beach coastlines, you can take a walk for miles crossing a small river, then start adventuring.

The Fame Horse Foot Marker at Sohoton, Bucas Grande Islands

March 27, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Right after the entrance of Sohoton Cove, you will amaze the Horse Foot Marker before making a turn to another direction! The formation makes you feel that creation by Mother Nature is wonderful and incomparable.

In Sohoton Cove, aside from the jade tranquil clear water and vegetative lush mountain forests, you will witness different markers like limestone formation, caves, shallow water inside beneath a mountain, colourful fishes and turtle shape islands.

Location: Sohoton, Bucas Grande Islands, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Hayanggabon Port, Claver, then a boat ride from the port in going to Socorro town or Rally Point.

Distance: It will take estimated 2 hours to reach Hayanggabon Port of Claver from Butuan City, then another possible half to one hour crossing the seas going to Socorro or Rally Point.

Swallowed Sweet Gulaman in Half of Plate at Bislig City

March 27, 2016 by caraga Leave a Comment

Delectable and mouthwatering sweet gulaman from Bislig City!

Bislig City is not just for sightseeing and adventures but you can taste native and seafood delicacies right in your mouth.

When you talk Bislig City what will come to your mind is the majestic Tinuy-an Falls or the pristine white cute island in the center of the bay, the Hagonoy Island, but that could not be the least, since being a coastal city, it has seafood along the way aside from the sweet native delicacies.

Location: Bislig City, Surigao del Sur, Caraga Region

How to get there: Public Utility Bus or van from Butuan City to Bislig City.

Distance: Estimated 4 hours of travel from Butuan City to Bislig City through public utility bus or van.