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Entrance fee is PHP 100, consumable. Children below 12 years old are free of charge.
Opening Hours: 3:00PM – 12:00AM
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Gardens of Malasag
The Gardens of Malasag Eco-Tourism Village and natural reserve is owned and managed by the city government, it features a vast land filled with botanical gardens, diverse wildlife endemic to the mountains of Malasag, and other recreational amenities and accommodations. The Eco-tourism Village was established in order to teach and promote awareness about the lives and rich culture of the ethnic groups residing in Northern Mindanao. The Gardens of Malasag Eco-Tourism Village also shares the natural forest reserve of the Mapawa Nature Park, which is just a few kilometers from the village.
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Puntol Falls
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Puntol Falls consists of 2 cascades and is only a short trek upstream from Mintugsok Falls.
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Mintugsok Falls
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Migtugsok can be accessed from Mapawa Park or from the Kamakawan trail in Indahag.
The Kamakawan trail is roughly 1.5 kilometers or an hour of trekking depending on your pace. It has a steep portion as it nears the descent towards Bigaan River.
In Mapawa, there are two paths to reach Migtugsok Falls: (1) via river trail or (2) via Mapawa-Migtugsok Road. The first one is a shorter route roughly 1.8 kilometers and follows the tributary which leads to the falls. The latter is an all-weather road which actually leads you to the falls but is longer (4 kilometers).
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Migtugsok Falls consists of 3 cascades and from here, there is a only short trek upstream, to Puntol Falls.
For the easiest access to these Falls, visit Mapawa Nature Park
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Mapawa Nature Park
MAPAWA NATURE PARK NOTICE (Facebook Aug 7, 2020)
It is with deep regret that we inform our clients and partners that Mapawa Nature Park Corp. (“MNP”) has ceased operations effective August 1, 2020. The effects of the COVID19 pandemic has made our operations no longer viable as a commercial enterprise.
For the past 14 years, MAPAWA has grown to become one of the leading eco-tourism destinations in Mindanao. Amidst its pristine splendor, MNP welcomed countless guests to savor the tranquility and beauty of the MAPAWA mountain ranges and breathtaking horizons. We hosted competitions and events, some of them attended by participants from all over the world who were amazed by its challenging terrain and amazing views.
E. Pelaez Ranch, Inc. (“EPRI”), in partnership with the Department of the Environment and Natural Resources (“DENR”) and other stakeholders, shall continue to preserve and maintain MAPAWA as a center for ecological conservation, biodiversity, and environmental activities.
Thank you for your support and stay safe!
Mapawa Nature Park is a 2,500 hectare eco-tourism destination 30 minutes away from the city proper still within Cagayan De Oro City. One of the owners, Ernie Pelaez, boasts about the exquisite flora here, especially their trees which are centuries old.
There are four activities a tourist should experience in Mapawa Nature Park for maximum fun and adventure.
Slide from a 20 ft. high waterfall, body rappel during the trek, jump from a 25 ft. high cliff and rappel 65 ft. down. Mapawa Nature Park offers all that in Cagayan de Oro City.
The river trek package or canyoneering costs Php1300/person and this already includes the entrance fee, packed lunch and bottled water.
Other prices:
Environmental fee P50/head,
Camping fee P100/head (minimum of 10),
Horseback riding P200/hr.,P125/30 mins., P100/15 mins.
Swimming pool P75/hd
Zipline P325/hd.
Trail run/hike P300/guide,
View deck big P1,000 & small P500.
(All Rates: July 2017)
Park Hours: 8am-5pm, open everyday
To get here, you can rent a van and tell the driver to proceed to Mapawa Nature Park in Barangay Cugman if you’re already in Cagayan de Oro City. You an also get on a jeepney and jump off at the Mapawa Crossing and take habal-habal from there (P35,- one way) and arrange with driver to pick you up later.
It’s best to call days ahead so the facilitators can prepare and inform you if the place is okay for canyoneering, if the weather is good or if it’s already fully booked. (Source)
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F.S. Catanico Falls
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F.S. Catanico is a small narrow falls surrounded by mangima stones.
A small area near the falls was developed by the City government. It has rent-able picnic huts, toilet facility and a viewing area on top of a huge boulder.
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Guadelupe Shrine
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Our Lady of Guadalupe, also known as the Virgin of Guadalupe, is believed to be the bearer of many miracles. In the Philippines, several towns and provinces celebrate the feast of the Virgin with different religious and traditional activities. In some places, childless women devotees dance before the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe to ask for a miracle. Those who get answers go back to the image every year as a pledge and lifetime pilgrimage.
The Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine in Tablon is said to possess the same miraculous powers. She can heal and she can help childless women become pregnant. To be able to get to the shrine, however, you will have to cross nine rivers. River waters can vary according to the season or weather, but since it is summertime, they won’t be that deep. The 4km (more or less) trail connects three barangays: Tablon, Agusan, and Balubal. For some, it can be a tiresome trek, especially since you’ll have to wade through ankle or knee-deep waters. For the many who have made it their yearly pilgrimage, though, the trek to the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is worth every sweat and every effort. They do not mind the scorching heat of the sun and the (sometimes) strong water current. It is their Panaad; their pledge. Their promise.
This Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, if you want to experience what a real pilgrimage can be like, why don’t you try trekking through the nine rivers that take you to the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe? Who know what miracles await you there? (Source)
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River Trekking (Agusan River)
The Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine, located in Igbalalay Hills in Tablon is the goal for this trek.
The route of mixed land and river crossings (9) starts at Phasco Village Crossing along the highway. The Shrine Complex is at the end of a nearly 4.5 kilometer route. It would take around 4 hours to reach the Shrine from the highway. The river crossings and the shade of the vegetative landscape provide enough coolness and shade from the heat of the sun. Because of these, many devotees are flocking to the site.
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An alternate and much shorter route from Balubal (downhill) towards the Shrine Complex, can be used as exit route.
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Kimadas Falls
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Located in Sio-an, Brgy. Malinao
We don’t have a detailed location description on all Falls, so we suggest you ask assistance in their respective Barangay.
You can also try to contact Gingoog City Tourism Office before going there.
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