Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls

Every time I'm planning on going somewhere, I usually hope that there's a waterfalls in that place... I don't know but the sound of the water falling somehow relaxes me. I love it when after what seemed to be a never ending trail comes that very refreshing feeling when you've finally reached the falls.  Here's a collection of my fascination for waterfalls.....

 DARANAK FALLS

Just less than 3hrs from Manila, Daranak Falls is located in barangay Sampaloc,Tanay, Rizal. If you want to experience nature without the hassle of traveling for like 5 to 6 hours, go to Daranak Falls. The water here is quite deep so only swimmers can enjoy it. You can even jump from a high point of the falls, that is, if you're confident that you can really swim. They have tables for rent so you can bring food. They also charge a minimal amount for the entrance fee.

BATLAG FALLS

Just upstream of Daranak Falls is the Batlag Falls. This is a much smaller falls with shallow water so even kids can swim. They charge a separate entrance fee here. 

BOMOD-OK FALLS

This has been so far the most beautiful falls I have ever seen.. I am not exaggerating when I say the most beautiful because it really is.. Bomod-ok Falls is located in Sagada, Mt. Province.. From Manila, you have to travel 13 hours to the mountains of Cordillera before you could reach Sagada. From the town proper, you have to rent a van for a 30 minutes ride to the jump-off point then walk 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the falls.. You will literally jump of the water after a tiring trek (reminder: the water is as cold as ice) most of the portion was deep but there are parts where you can swim.. After seeing bomod-ok, i just knew i have to swim on that deep part.. I don't want to miss that chance of having my picture taken while swimming (as if i really know how to swim.. hahaha)..

I reached the other end but I don't have anything to hold on too and that freaked me out a little cause I'm not a good swimmer. I basically know how to swim but to stay in the deep part of the water, that i can't handle for long so i have to swim back to the shallow part.. Whew! That was close! But I survived.. :)

TAMARAW FALLS

Puerto Galera is one of hottest destination during summer. If you're thinking of fun under the sun, you ride a bus going to Batangas Pier then ride a boat going to the famous white beach. Though Galera is known for its beach and all other activities like banana boat and island hopping, locals from Puerto Galera also offer a tour to the Tamaraw Falls. With its water not too deep, even non swimmers can jump and enjoy the water. The jeepney going to the falls is usually rented at Php1,500. 

MAG-ASO FALLS

This is the first and only waterfalls that I have been to outside luzon. Located in the town of Antequera, Bohol, Mag-aso Falls is considered as one of the scenic attraction in the province. Too bad I wasn't able to experience its water for we just dropped by to see what it's like before heading to our main destination that day which is Danao.

KAWA KAWA FALLS

Located at the foot of Mt. Isarog (Consocep) in Camarines Sur, Kawa Kawa Falls is named after the word KAWALI for it looks like a big pan (kawali). We had the chance to experience the water of kawa kawa falls.. Just fine, not too cold.. :)

TUMAGUITI FALLS

Few climbs up from kawa kawa is the Tumaguiti falls.. No swimming spot here, just falling water.. It's like drizzling when you're near tumaguiti, very refreshing.. 

MAJAYJAY FALLS

Also called Taytay Falls, Majayjay is located in the town of Liliw, Laguna. They allow overnight stay here either you bring a tent with you or occupy the rooms that offer at the drop off area. Majayjay, I must say, is very picturesque. But if it's your first time to go to Majayjay, be sure to leave manila early because all I can recall during our trip is the road that never ends..

DIGUISIT FALLS

Located in the Province of Aurora, Diguisit falls is one of the several falls in Baler. Just right across the stretch of Cemento Beach, Diguisit Falls added beauty to the breathtaking beaches of Baler. 

DITUMABO FALLS

Still in Baler, Ditumabo Falls is twice as big as Diguisit.. and if Diguisit is found just at side of the road, going to Ditumabo is far way harder. From the town proper, you have to take a tricycle for a 30mins ride to the drop off point (expect a really bumpy ride going to the falls). From the drop off point, it's a 45 minutes walk down to the falls.. If you're looking for some adventure, you came to the right place.. The current of the water makes it more harder to cross the trails going to the falls.. But for the experience, it's a two thumbs up.. Plus the falls is beautiful.. Mesmerizing.. :)

And it's a wrap.. Now time to plan for my next trip.. Hmmm..  any suggestion??? :)