Kayaking in Antique - Tibiao-Brgy. Importante, Tuno

Hey pals, here I am again and this time I’m going to bring you in a bit extreme natured place in Philippines at Antique Tibiao-Brgy. Importante, Tuno. Oops, if this sounds too dangerous to you; you are wrong! Instead, this is much fun! Well, just like the Department of tourism slogan’s says, “It’s more fun in the Philippines”.

Together with the other members of United Backpackers I found myself astonished with the beauty of Antique. Also, we can’t leave the place without having fun with their much known “Kayaking”. Woohu! It was really an injection of adrenaline rush. Especially, if you see the fast movement of the water in the river and the rocks –you’ll feel your heart pumping. If you felt the feelings of trying something new for the first time before, then I am sure it was same feeling. You need to try this too!

Before you get carried away with my feelings at that time, let’s have Kayaking 101 first. Kayaking is for all who wants to have fun the outdoors. A boat called kayak is involve in this leisure sport which can be brought to ocean, up rivers, in surf zones, and along white water courses. It is actually in different forms that depend on its function. What we had in Antique is like in the pictures below. It’s like a banana boat in terms of color (lol!). The boat is paired with paddle and life jacket (of course, for safety purposes).

The guide there trained us how to paddle and control the boat since it was totally new to us. In plain and calm water we learn to control the kayak in our own. Afterwards, the fun and excitement began.

My Expenses

Habal-Habal (Motorcycle from the main road)-Kayak INN (Back and forth)        Php 140.00

Kayak                                                                                                                          Php 500.00

Room- Cottage/Nipa Hut (Bahay Kubo) (Overnight Stay)                                     Php 500.00

Food and Drinks                                                                                                        Php 500.00

Total Expenses                                                                                                          Php 1,640.00

For reservations, you may text or call Ate Sheila or Kuya Edwin at 0921-570-1947.

Getting excited for kayaking!

Learning the basics how to use a kayak, paddling and safety techniques with Manong our instructor.

And now the thrill begins...Hehehe. Good paddling there Gino...

Glenn is struggling with a kayak that is just too much for him to handle...You can do it Glenn. Hahaha

While Neal had a rough time in maneuvering/paddling the kayak. Hahaha.

I am in trouble, HELP! HELP! HELP... It's really difficult to maneuver...

We finally reached our destination. Lol. We survived the long series of rapids. Kodus to us! we made it with scared...Hahaha.

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Invasion of Western Visayas and Negros

“I know what you did last summer”. That’s probably the line that you’ll yell at me once you read this blog post that I’ll share with you today. Scared? Ooops, you should not! This is going to be about an adventure you might like too. So, just sit back, relax and read thoroughly.

The fun adventure all started in Cebu City which is located in Region VII. I and the other 3 members of United Backpackers met up and all prepared to begin the journey heading to Region VI. With the help of AirPhil, we landed to our first stop; Iloilo. In Iloilo, we’ve tried La Paz Batchoy – affordable and delicious. From Iloilo, we directly headed to Antique to experience the famous extreme water sport white water kayaking in Antique. Yes, I’ve tried that already. So, you should try it too soon.

Since, this journey highlighted with water sport already. We’ve made the experience all the way by stopping by in Boracay. Yes, you’ve read it right -Boracay. We traveled from Antique to Caticlan in order to reach the white sand in Boracay.

After experiencing the refreshing air and view in one of the beaches in Boracay, we went back to Iloilo to reach Guimaras. Next destination was the city of smile Bacolod. We landed in Bacolod via Iloilo. Of course, we did not miss Dumaguete. It was our next stop right after Bacolod.

We've been to their Boulevard, Tierra Alta and their famous Siliman University. I was thrilled with the activities from these 3 different locations in Dumaguete.

Out of my PHP6, 000.00, the five days of my life was full of adventure and peculiar experience that nobody can buy. Memories were sealed in my heart as I went home in Cebu City. Thank you United Backpackers, till next travel!!!

The Original-Ted'z Lapaz Batchoy, Iloilo City. (From Left; Glenn, Neal and Gino) United Backpackers

Experience the fun and excitement of Kayaking in Tibiao, Tuno, Antique. My travel buddies/United Backpackers enjoyed the kayaking for the first time. Hehehe. We are newbies in kayaking so we had some tutorials for about 5 minutes. Indeed, we survived the rapids, it was an extreme adventures for us! Kodus United Backpackers!!!

The Kawa Hot Bath in Tibiao-is one of the many attractions in the Province of Antique. You must try Kawa Hot Bath after nature trekking and kayaking.  It can soothe muscles and joint aches. 

Our testicles/balls are going to explode...Hahaha. Just for laughs. 

 

Bugtong Bato Falls - Bugtong Bato Falls is located in Barangay Tuno, Tibiao, Antique and 20-30 minutes foot trail from Tuno proper.

 

 Puka Beach is located at the Northernmost point of the Boracay Island-is quieter than White Beach, less developed, less known and less affected by commercial development. I really love and I recommend this beach.

Traveling to Guimaras Island will never be complete without doing the island hopping and Ave Maria is one of many Islands in Guimaras and is located on the western part of Guimaras.

 The Ruins at Night is just beyond beautiful. The mansion was built in the early 1900's by the sugar baron, Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson (1865-1948).

Freedom Wall in Silliman University - Silliman University is the oldest American institution located in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines.

This is a nature inspired residential community resort subdivision in Valencia, Negros Oriental. If you are thrill seekers, try and experience their Rush Zip-Line Tierra Alta.

If ever you get to visit Dumaguete City, don't forget to drop by their famous Rizal Boulevard. The strip along the seawall is about 700 meters long.

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Moalboal White Sand

It is time to unwind after a long and stressful day at work together with my officemates. For those who love swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving I recommend that Moalboal White Sand is a perfect place and perfect getaway or destination for family gathering, company outing and many others.

A lot of foreign and local tourists visited this place and spent their holiday together with their families and love ones.

How to get There

Getting to Moalboal is quiet easy, you may take a Bus from South Bus Terminal (Standard Bus or Air Conditioned) approximately 3-4 hours drive from Cebu City. Six (6) kilometers or 15-20 minutes drive away from the national highway by tricycle.

Where to Stay

Manang Ester's Beach - For reservations, you can call or text Manang Ester at +63927-578-5983.

My Expenses

Cebu-Moalboal-Cebu (Airconditioned Bus)  - Php 330.00
Food and Drinks                                               - Php 300.00
T-shirt (Souvenir)                                               - Php 170.00
Moalboal-White Sand Beach-Moalboal         - Php  40.00
Room (2,000.00/7) Airconditioned                 - Php 285.00

Total Expenses                                              Php 1,125.00

Finally, we reached our destination. Just arrived from a very long travel and Manang Ester is waiting for us.

Preparing for our dinner...Yum...Yum...Yum...

Sorry, I don't have any good pictures here..Hehehe

Jump High-Jumping Exercise. Taking jumping picture with Bunso for the third time. Hehehe

We are about to leave. You can enjoy playing table tennis here. We would all like to say a BIG thank you to you Manang Ester for such an enjoyable stay at your pensionne house. Thank you Manang Ester for the great accommodation provided.

You can get some shirts here for your souvenir at Php 170.00 (Note: Price is subject to change without prior notice...Hahaha)

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Hindang Caves and Wild Monkeys

After the breathtaking hikes from Gunhuban Falls. Awesome caves & wild monkeys at their natural habitat await visitors and another adventure for the three Idiots (Ivan and Ryan). I am not one of them at this time. Hahaha, just teasing you buddies.

The caves and Wild Monkeys in Hindang, which was 25 minutes away from Hilongos. We rode a Multicab or Public Utility Jeepney to reach the place just about 300 meters from the national highway.

We (The Three Idiots) were so excited to see the Wild Monkeys and Spelunking.

Additional Expenses (you can get more here) since this is the continuation of our escapade from Canigao Island (Matalom, Leyte) and Gunhuban Falls in Brgy. Buli, Bato, Leyte.

Hilongos-Hindang-Hilongos (Multicab/PUV) Php 40.00
Entrance Fee                                                          Php 10.00

Unfortunately, we were not able to see the wild monkeys. Take a glimpse for these three Wild Monkeys inside the Cave. Cool Monkeys ha!...Hahaha. No swimming at this time.

We had a great time hiking around. And also a very sweaty time: very sweaty feet, very sweaty armpits, very sweaty balls. Hahaha.

My solo picture, no Idiots or monkeys.Hahahaha. Pounding heart, shaking, sweating and trembling after hiking.

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Gunhuban Falls

After Canigao Island Trip, we decided to proceed Gunhuban Falls at Buli, Bato, Leyte. Gunhuban Falls is very similar from Kawasan Falls in Badian.

When I saw Gunhuban Falls, I said wow! very refreshing, so cool. Gunhuban Falls is about 30 feet high and 20-30 minutes drive from the Town of Bato going to Barangay Buli.

How to get there (you can visit here if you are from Cebu City)

You can take a motorcycle (habal-habal), tricycle, bus, v-hire from Bato Terminal.

Additional Expenses (you can get more here)
Bato Terminal-Brgy. Buli (Trycycle) Php 20.00
From the Main Road-Gunhuban Falls (Habal-habal) Php 20.00
From the Main Road-Bato Terminal Php 20.00

 Me and Ryan have a good time in swimming. This is my buddy when it comes to swimming since Ivan doesn't know how to swim. Hehehe

The three Idiots once again...Hahaha. From Left (Me, Ivan, Ryan). We enjoyed swimming here for about an hour and we need to depart because another adventure awaits.

Stairway to Heaven..Lols.. We are leaving now.

Breathtaking Hikes (2 kilometers away from Gunhuban Falls to the main road and 30-40 minutes of walking time). We agreed to hike just to save money.Hahahaha. We are nowhere at this time, taking pictures on the road.

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Canigao Island-Matalom Leyte

Canigao Island is located near the Municipality of Matalom, Southern Leyte. Canigao Island has white sandy all around, has an extra ordinary beauty and a relaxing environment surrounded by trees. Some coral reefs and fish sanctuaries to enjoy, with these natural features often attract by locals, nationals and scuba divers as well.

This islet is maintained and managed by the Local Government Unite of Matalom, Leyte.

How to get there

Kinswell Shipping Lines, Inc.
Room 202, G.K. Chua Building, M.J. Cuenco Avenue, Cebu City
Telephone: (032) 416-6516
Fax: (032) 255-7572

Cebu to Hilongos     Daily     2:30 PM
Hilongos to Cebu     Daily     9:00 AM

Roble Shipping, Inc.
43-C Escario Extension, Cebu City 6000
Telephone: (032) 255-3871, (032) 254-0583
Fax: (032) 416-6117
Website: http://www.robleshipping.com

Booking Offices:
Cebu Telephone: (032) 255-5904, (032) 255-1849
Ormoc Telephone: (053) 255-7631, (053) 561-2801
Hilongos Telephone: (053) 336-2077

Cebu to Hilongos     Daily     1:00 PM     M/V Ormoc Stars
Cebu to Hilongos     Daily     9:00 PM     M/V Beautiful Stars
Hilongos To Cebu     Daily     11:00 AM     M/V Beautiful Stars
hilongos to Cebu     Daily     10:00 PM     M/V Ormoc Stars

Where to Stay

Holy Child Pensionne
620 Tomas Claudio St., Kalanggaman
Bato, Leyte, Philippines

Room Type

Standard Room (Php700.00/day)- Good for two (2) persons with (2 single size beds, aircon, cable TV and private bath with hot and cold shower.)

Deluxe Room (Php800.00/day)- Good for two (2) persons with (1 queen size bed, aircon, cable TV and bath with hot and cold shower.)

Family Room (Php1,000.00/day)- Good for two four (4) persons with (1 queen size bed, aircon, cable TV and bath with hot and cold shower.)

Additional Bed: Php 200.00/day
Internet Access at the Lobby: Php 20.00/hour

Check In Time: 2:00PM
Check out Time: 12:00 Noon

Extension of time must add 100.00/hr. until 5PM. Beyond 5PM consider regular rate.

For inquiries and reservations please contact:
Tel Nos. (053)5680034, 5680042-Globe, (053)3362273-Bayantel
Cell No.:+639991628893
Email Add: hcpensionne09@yahoo.com
Website:holychildpensionne.yolasite.com
Facebook: Pensionne Holy Child

My Expenses
Cebu-Hilongos-Cebu via M/V Beautiful Stars Php 580.00
Terminal Fee (Cebu Port)                               Php 10.00
Terminal Fee (Hilongos Port)                          Php 11.25
Lunch (Cebu Port Terminal)                           Php 54.00
Bottled Water (Cebu Port Terminal)               Php 15.00
Food and Drinks                                           Php 400.00
Hilongos Port-Bato (PUV)                            Php 30.00
Holy Child Pensionne House (Php800.00/3)   Php 266.00
Tagay (Higlight sa Laag..lol)(Php120.00/3)    Php 40.00
Bato-Matalom                                              Php 20.00
Matalom-Canigao Island-Matalom                Php 45.00
Matalom-Bato                                              Php 20.00
Bato-Hilongos Port                                      Php 30.00
Tent Rental                                                   Php 300.00
Entrace Fee (Canigao Island)                        Php 20.00
Toilet and shower room (Canigao Island)      Php 5.00

Total Expenses                                         Php 1,846.25

Just Arrived (picture taking mode)

 Ticket Booth

Entrance Booth (Don't forget to ask for the Official Receipt)

 Our tent (Sorry I am tired, I need to sleep. Hahaha).

The Three Idiots-(Sand Swimming)

Tent Area (You can bring your own tent but you have to pay Php100.00 for the space rental)

Left side of the Island

Sari-Sari Stores (you can get/buy some foodstuffs here)

Souvenir Shop offers a variety of customized necklace, bracelets and many others, all are seashells made.

 One and a half kilo (1 1/2) (Molmol)-Lami kaayo kay among gisugba gyod ni.

Alcohol Drinking is a common feature of social gatherings, beach party, island hopping and more. As a traveller mao ni among pinaka highlight sa laag...Hahahahahahahaha..Just kidding aside. So we bought just one bottle of Emperador Light to enjoy and to save money. We don't drink much because we need to get up early for the adventure.

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