Amazing Bayogo Cave, located in the town of Madrid, province of Surigao del Sur, was full of surprises as it is indeed a dull cave outside with a small opening downward but once you are inside you are amazed of the unique beauty it shows. Lots of stalagmites and stalactites scattered along the way, and you should be careful because some stalactites are reachable and you might bang your head. The walls of the cave are covered with icy sparkling diamonds that might deceive your eyes that it is a walls of pricey diamonds. Stalagmites are anywhere and they are glowing crystals when hit directly by a flashlight.

Bayogo Cave is not just a typical cave when entered in a small opening but inside was a lengthy distance area and some wide pathway with different strange formation, but inviting and unique to your eyes. The presence of numerous bats in some portions of the cave added excitement and wonder, seeing those creatures living in the dark hovering above your head, definitely hundreds of them.

Location: Madrid, Surigao del Sur, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Tandag City, then from Tandag City terminal get a ride with bus or jeepney and drop at Madrid town where you can contact other vehicle to bring you to Bayogo Cave.

Distance: It will take for estimated 3 to 4 hours from Butuan City to Tandag City using a private vehicle. As for public utility bus will reach you around 5 to 6 hours. While in Tandag City, getting a ride with jeepney or bus for about one hour of travel to Madrid town. In Madrid, you can hire a vehicle or habal habal in going to Bayogo Cave.