If you want an adventure that is different from the monotonous belief of a vacation that is, “going to the beach”, try to visit the blessed city of Surigao. This place is not only renowned for having the best beaches (in fact, there are beaches that are yet to be discovered), it is also known for nestling other picturesque tourist spots. Though it may be a rough and long ride way going there and heading back, the experience and the serenity of its places is nonetheless, worthy enough!
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| Tinuy-an Falls, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur by Juvaline Mana-ay Dionisio |
A falls that is as majestic as the
Niagara Falls, which spans 95 meters wide and 55 meters high, the Tinuy-an
Falls in Bislig City, Surigao Del Sur is another wonder the Philippines is
proud of.
We would probably picture out falls to
be something that is tall, but this one is different from our common notion of falls.
Not only this is tall, but it is also wide that made it stood out from other
falls and making it spectacular. This widely expanded waterfall is pouring out
thousands of cubic meters per second in three cascades and another one which
would be hard to reach but is definitely worth the effort because you would
clearly see the other three levels of the waterfall. This is not only about the falls per se; you
would also see century – old trees that have encapsulated this wonderfully
blessed waterfall. You can also witness intersperse of a rainbow which would
appear between 9 am to 11 am. If you are planning for a vacation, this is
definitely one of the best places for your retreat.
Getting
There
The city where this splendid work of
nature settles is what is known to be the Booming City on the Bay – Bislig City
in Surigao Del sur. To be specific, Tinuy-an is a part of Barangay Burboanan in
Bislig City. There are a lote of routes available should you want to visit this
place:
If you’re coming from Manila (Luzon) or
Cebu (Visayas), you may travel via Davao City route, Butuan or Surigao City. As
you arrive from any of the said routes, you will have to ride via bus or vans
available at their respective terminals. It will take you about 3 to 4 hours if
you go with Butuan Route or 5 to 6 hours via Davao City course. Upon arrival at
Mangagoy, proceed to the Integrated Terminal to rent jeepneys that will take
you to Barangay Borboroan, Bislig. Single motorcycles or habal-habal are also available to really direct you to Tinuy-an
falls.
Rates
Entrance: P10.00 per head.
Cottage: P100.00
Rates
Entrance: P10.00 per head.
Cottage: P100.00
The
Place
As you go in your way to the falls, you
may opt to rent a boat which would transport you the bamboo raft. You can
request the raft operator to take you to the curtains of the falls for a full
body massage.
On the middle part, the pool is said to
be 30 feet deep. If you prefer to walk your way towards the falls, be careful
with the rocks because they can be slippery.
The upper part, which would others would
say the fourth part of the falls is somewhat hidden. It would take you 5-7
minutes away should you wish to climb yourself up. There is an available metal
ladder and handles to guide you so there’s not so much to worry even if you’re
not an experienced hiker. From there, you can clearly see the other layers of
this majestic falls.
Picnic tables are available within the
falls, a sari-sari store, a small playground and a wooden bridge. Floating
inflatable rafts are also being offered to take the visitors nearer to the
falls.
