WATERFALLS CHASIN'
This was part of my 7-day CEBU-DAPITAN-DIPOLOG tour
Day 1-2: Camotes Island
Day 3-4: Dapitan and Dipolog City
Day 5
After my Dapitan and Dipolog trip, next on my list is to re-visit and stay in Cebu city. I just wanted a rest wherein my day is not really full of things to do. I arrived at Pier 2 around 7am. I hired a taxi going to the hotel where I stayed during the first day. Unfortunately, they did not allow me to check in early. Though I was very sleepy, I left my stuff there and started walking along the streets of downtown Cebu.
I had my breakfast at 7-11, then after that, I walked again. I was trying to be familiar with the place. I was also looking for an internet shop. When I finally found one, I uploaded the pictures on my facebook account.
I went at Robinsons Fuente for lunch (food court). After luncn, I went back to the hotel to check in and sleep. Day 5 was spent resting and eating only. This was a good way for me to recharge for the next destination.
Day 6
My travel buddy and I woke up early. We went to South Bus Terminal and rode a bus bound for Badian. I planned to visit two waterfalls on the western and other part of Cebu. My initial plan (always and as usual) was to visit the farthest destination going to the nearest. In this case, I can save time and avoid possible problems.
We boarded the bus around 6AM. After more than 2 hours, we reached Badian. We ate breakfast at a small carinderia in the area. Please take note that you need to walk for about 10-15 minutes ti reach Kawasan falls.
After my Dapitan and Dipolog trip, next on my list is to re-visit and stay in Cebu city. I just wanted a rest wherein my day is not really full of things to do. I arrived at Pier 2 around 7am. I hired a taxi going to the hotel where I stayed during the first day. Unfortunately, they did not allow me to check in early. Though I was very sleepy, I left my stuff there and started walking along the streets of downtown Cebu.
I had my breakfast at 7-11, then after that, I walked again. I was trying to be familiar with the place. I was also looking for an internet shop. When I finally found one, I uploaded the pictures on my facebook account.
I went at Robinsons Fuente for lunch (food court). After luncn, I went back to the hotel to check in and sleep. Day 5 was spent resting and eating only. This was a good way for me to recharge for the next destination.
Day 6
My travel buddy and I woke up early. We went to South Bus Terminal and rode a bus bound for Badian. I planned to visit two waterfalls on the western and other part of Cebu. My initial plan (always and as usual) was to visit the farthest destination going to the nearest. In this case, I can save time and avoid possible problems.
We boarded the bus around 6AM. After more than 2 hours, we reached Badian. We ate breakfast at a small carinderia in the area. Please take note that you need to walk for about 10-15 minutes ti reach Kawasan falls.
Just follow the signage that will bring you to the falls.
Do not forget to remind the conductor of the bus to drop you at Kawasan falls area. As we were walking, we observed that the place, specifically the small river system is clean. We even saw people washing their clothes there. Stopped at this point/part. A good spot for picture taking. Another breathtaking view of the shallow part of river. As we got nearer and nearer, the river's water became majestic. It signifies how clean it is. Finally, Kawasan falls welcomes us! View from a far. |
I was really happy when I saw the falls. But what me made me not so happy are the following:
1. Table rate is 300. For me this is not worth it since you will just stay there for just few hours.
2. The staff (an adolescent boy) was super strict. I know that he was just doing his work, but it's not proper to act like that with your guests. I just put my small bag on the table and he asked me that it's not allowed if you will not pay for the table. In a sarcastic way, I removed my bag from the table and put it on ground/rock with water and asked "Would this be okay for you?"
3. There's a payment if you will use their restrooms, even though you will just change your clothes. Better take a bath or wach up.
FRIENDLY TIP:
You may ask other guests if they'd like to share raft and table with you. You can save a lot if you will do this. A girl approached us, she told us to join them on riding the bamboo raft so we can save. Riding bamboo raft costs 300php. My friend and I just paid 100 each, and she offered us to use their table too.
1. Table rate is 300. For me this is not worth it since you will just stay there for just few hours.
2. The staff (an adolescent boy) was super strict. I know that he was just doing his work, but it's not proper to act like that with your guests. I just put my small bag on the table and he asked me that it's not allowed if you will not pay for the table. In a sarcastic way, I removed my bag from the table and put it on ground/rock with water and asked "Would this be okay for you?"
3. There's a payment if you will use their restrooms, even though you will just change your clothes. Better take a bath or wach up.
FRIENDLY TIP:
You may ask other guests if they'd like to share raft and table with you. You can save a lot if you will do this. A girl approached us, she told us to join them on riding the bamboo raft so we can save. Riding bamboo raft costs 300php. My friend and I just paid 100 each, and she offered us to use their table too.
Aside form swimming, WATER MASSAGE is a must-here. At first, the water is freezing cold, but later on when your body copes up, you'll already enjoy it. No need to visit the spa in Cebu. We asked someone to take pictures of us while we are in the middle of the falls. If you plan to stay here overnight, you may refer at the picture for the rates. |
We left Kawasan falls after two hours of staying there. From the highway, we waited for Cebu city bound bus. We told the driver to drop us at Barili because we will go to Mantayupan falls. The landmark for Mantayupan is Shamrock. It's like an eatery/bakery. From there, we hired a habal-habal (motorcycle) going to the falls. It's quite far from the highway so it is not advisable to walk.
I like the entrance of the falls. It looks like an enchanted garden because of the vines. At first, we thought that this was the falls. It's very small and nobody was around. We were disappointed. After few minutes, we aw people on the upper part and we realized that we should have used the stairs going up. This is not the Mantayupan falls. |
Don't you worry, you will not pay anymore. There is no table to pay for. There is a bamboo raft but it's for free. However, you need to be vigilant when it comes to ryour stuff. You will just put your things literally on top of rocks of ground. Nobody will assist you if you want to use the raft. The area for swimming is wider compared to Kawasan. There are also rope that will serve as your support. I just noticed that it's more difficult to swim here. |
We left Mantayupan falls around 3pm and traveled back to Cebu city. Since it was already late in the afternoon, it took us 3 hours to reach the city.
Day 7 was spent jogging in the center circle at Fuente and watching AVENGERS in the afternoon at SM Cebu.
Day 7 was spent jogging in the center circle at Fuente and watching AVENGERS in the afternoon at SM Cebu.
EXPENSES:
Day 5
Snacks 25
Taxi to the hotel (from Pier) 70
Hotel 1000
Drink 37
Internet 36
Jeep fare 8
Lunch 125
Jeep fare 8
Pasalubong 520
Dinner 115
Pasalubong 650
Dessert 37
TOTAL 2631
Day 6
Bus fare to Badian 137
Breakfast 50
Kawasan entrance 20
Souvenir 35
Bamboo raft (shared) 100
CR 10
Lunch 50
Bus to Barili 60
Habal-habal 60
Mantayupan entrance 20
Habal-habal 50
Snacks 45
Bus to Cebu city 78
Dinner 180
TOTAL 895
Day 5
Snacks 25
Taxi to the hotel (from Pier) 70
Hotel 1000
Drink 37
Internet 36
Jeep fare 8
Lunch 125
Jeep fare 8
Pasalubong 520
Dinner 115
Pasalubong 650
Dessert 37
TOTAL 2631
Day 6
Bus fare to Badian 137
Breakfast 50
Kawasan entrance 20
Souvenir 35
Bamboo raft (shared) 100
CR 10
Lunch 50
Bus to Barili 60
Habal-habal 60
Mantayupan entrance 20
Habal-habal 50
Snacks 45
Bus to Cebu city 78
Dinner 180
TOTAL 895