Lobo Batangas Adventure

Good day readers,


      Haven't been posting lately due to a very busy work schedule. But never the less here I am, I was able to make out of the most  this long weekend. I managed to have a quick getaway to LOBO Batangas,

    This is actually my second time here. The first one was last year with the same group of friends, we weren't able to explore the town due to unpleasant weathers. Fortunately this time the weather was on our side.

DLTBCo. to Batangas port, from Batangas port you can ride the jeepney to the Lobo route terminal travel time takes around 3 hours all in all to reach this untouched beauty.

There are a few resorts here in lobo so I suggest you do research these. Resort services can pick you up or you can ride the tricycle for 100 pesos.

On to our first Destination.

Ulupong Falls Brgy. Sawang

This hidden Gem can be reached riding the tricycle to Brgy Sawang. After that you'll have to trek for about an hour. I will not recommend bringing the kids because the path is not safe for them. the easiest way to get there from Brgy Sawang is to follow the River.


After the hour long walk and a couple of bruises we reached this 10 foot fall and all of our stress from the trek just disappeared. luckily it was just our group so we had the place for ourselves. the Basin is around 5.5 to 6 feet deep. it gives you enough room to be able to jump from the top, And it was Amazing!!!!!!!! bringing packed lunch is highly recommended.

Our next Destination of the day was the Malabrigo Lighthouse.
     This is the most Iconic Landmark in Lobo as it can be seen from Mindoro Island and most boats from Manila pass by this historic landmark

Below the Licghthouse

Going to the lighthouse has a 20 peso fee, you can take pictures and you can go down at the beach.
going down has a fifty step staircase (no problem!) Going back up though! these steps are 1 foot high and if you're not outrageously fit you'll gasp your breathe halfway up.

On to our third Adventure for the Day!!!

Mangrove Forest Brgy. OLO-OLO.

This mangrove forest actually has a trail, you can also rent boats so you can roam around the mangrove. the only thing I would suggest the Local government or in charge of the maintenance is to make the trail circular. it was kind of frustrating when reach the end of the trail. you'll have to go back the same way from the entrance.

After this looong walk! we had no energy left, went to bed and sum up energy for tomorrows activity.

The Next day our plan was to stay at the beach the whole day.

We were excited to see the famous submarine garden... and it didn't disappoint us!!!

As you can see the water is very clear the beach is very clean and practically untouched. that's the beauty of Lobo the Locals take care of their place knowing these waters provide them food.

We will definitely come back soon.

Majayjay - Taytay Falls (Imelda Falls)

Good Day readers,


             I had the privilege to visit the second well known falls in Laguna, Taytay falls in Majayjay Laguna a.k.a. (Imelda Falls) it was renamed after former first lady Imelda Marcos. But locals still calls it Taytay falls.

This Majestic view is mesmerizing! the feeling of freshness while hearing the gust of water and birds humming en route the destination. If you go there on a Saturday and summertime you'll probably be with 1,000 others visiting the falls, it was like a street party at the falls.

Going there if commute From Manila. This for me is the most comfortable and fastest way to go. Take the DLTBCo. Buendia bus bound for Sta. Cruz Laguna. from Sta. Cruz ride the Tricycle going to the Sta. Cruz - Majayjay Terminal. Upon Reaching Majayjay town proper look for jeepney's bound for Gagalot. Gagalot is the town where Taytay falls is located. the Jeepney will take you straight to the Jump off point of  Taytay falls.

Environmental fee in Majayjay is 30 pesos good for the whole day.you can pick a spot near the falls to set up a tent and camp overnight or for day trippers set up your picnic mat as soon as you get there. Because during peak season its very hard to get a nice spot to set up camp.

You can grill food if you bring your own tools. tip though, to minimize your carriage Marinated pork belly "Liempo", raw Barbecue  HotDogs are being sold at the Jump off there are eateries/ "turo-turo". there are local tourism officers manning the place. Be wary though because they are strict.

• No Glass bottles allowed
• No food is allowed near the Basin of the Falls
• No Littering 

As much as possible bring high endurance aqua shoes. rocks can be very slippery. the basin of the falls has a depth of 4 - 6 feet and water is extremely cold. For adults I recommend a shot of Gin before you dip. :)

welcome to Majayjay!

Some of the scenic view en route to taytay falls

At jump off you'll need to walk around 15 Mins to reach the falls. there's a pathway built so its comfortable.

This is the view and site when you reach the destination. overly crowded during peak season.

our picnic site

The falls has a cemented basin built so you can swim. At first you'll probably be hesitant because of the chilling water but once you're in its very enjoyable and fun.

We only did a day tour at the falls we had a reservation at Carayan Resort. 12 hours for a room good for 7 is 1200 pesos 150 per succeeding hour.( www.Carayanresort.com ) near the bridge of Liliw - Majayjay. We spent the night there had a few drinks and went to sleep.

Carayan Resort

Carayan Resort

Carayan Resort

The next day after breakfast we were home bound. from the resort we rode the tricycle to Liliw town proper 60 pesos 5 persons. and Luckily it was Tsinelas Festival "Slippers Festival" . Liliw is known for making local slippers which are affordable and comfortable to wear.

Slippers, shoes & slip-ons ranges from 80 - 500 depending on the style

From Liliw town  proper we took a jeepney going to san pablo 7 pesos/person then we dropped off at nagcarlan and took the van to calamba for 60/person. at calamba there are a lot of buses going to manila depending where your going. fare would range from 49 pesos for alabang and 79 pesos for buendia.

The experience is great! but expect a crowd during summer!

Morong - Bataan White Corals Resort

Good day readers,

Just got back from a family trip, This time we went to Morong, Bataan. Morong is a hub for a quick vacation, away from the hustle and bustle of Manila its a 3 - 4 hour drive from the city, nice location and a relatively quiet small town.

There are a lot of resorts that line up the coastline of Morong. You can start from end to end just walking in if you want to find a place that suits your budget and lifestyle. You can choose from a cozy resort perfect for lovers e.g. Sunset view resort. a family oriented resort like Morong Star beach, and for group/company outings like phi-phi beach resort.

Here's a Map of the coastline and the resorts. Prices of these resorts vary as ive said you can pick a budget friendly or a grande resort.

If you guys are gonna go by commute - Victory Liner bus going to Olongapo -  from Olongapo terminal ride the jeep going to the MINI bus station going to Morong. the bus will drop you at Morong town proper from there you can get a tricycle going to the resort of your choice.

There are two routes to reach Morong both commute and private vehicle. the Olongapo route and the Bataan Route. I suggest you take the Olongapo Route as it is 1 hour faster than the Bataan route.

We went to Bataan White Corals Beach Resort.

http://www.bataanwhitecorals.ph/

https://www.facebook.com/WhiteCorals/

Here are their current rates as of  April 2016;

These a re a few sites at the Beach during Low tide and high tide.


It was a nice quick getaway trip... of course the side trip is the view in Subic and the scenery going to Morong is very captivating...



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