There are so many things to do in Puerto Galera. Scuba diving and snorkeling are the top favorites of the tourist. Others also enjoy island hopping or just beach bumming. But aside from those entertaining activities, one can also take a tour at the Tamaraw Falls just a few kilometers away from the town proper.
Our group went to Puerto Galera to celebrate our friend's birthday [Check out how we got there through this post]. We stayed at the White Beach then from there, we were offered a tour package by our cottage caretaker going to the Tamaraw Falls.
Our group went to Puerto Galera to celebrate our friend's birthday [Check out how we got there through this post]. We stayed at the White Beach then from there, we were offered a tour package by our cottage caretaker going to the Tamaraw Falls.
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| Tamaraw Falls |
From White Beach, our group rode a multicab passing the town proper then we passed through a zigzag road. Tamaraw Falls is situated beside the road and is very easy to locate. It took us less than an hour to reach the falls.
There are a lot of ways to commute from White Beach going to the falls. One can hire a tricycle going to the town proper then take a jeepney going to Calapan City then ask the driver to drop you off to Tamaraw Falls. Or you can ask the tricycle driver to drive you straight up to the falls for a more expensive price.
As I step off of the multicab, I heard the sound of the flowing water from the towering falls. From the bridge beside the falls, I can see the upper part of the falls split into half by a protruding rock. Then the water flows to the cascading mossy rock formation until it reach its basin. The basin flows down under the bridge then into the man-made pool on the other side.
I've been to this place three years ago, and as I've observed, the flow of water is weaker than before.
There are a lot of ways to commute from White Beach going to the falls. One can hire a tricycle going to the town proper then take a jeepney going to Calapan City then ask the driver to drop you off to Tamaraw Falls. Or you can ask the tricycle driver to drive you straight up to the falls for a more expensive price.
As I step off of the multicab, I heard the sound of the flowing water from the towering falls. From the bridge beside the falls, I can see the upper part of the falls split into half by a protruding rock. Then the water flows to the cascading mossy rock formation until it reach its basin. The basin flows down under the bridge then into the man-made pool on the other side.
I've been to this place three years ago, and as I've observed, the flow of water is weaker than before.
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| The falls three years ago |
Beside the bridge is a small area where a statue of a tamaraw is displayed. This area has the best view of the waterfalls so visitors enjoyed taking pictures of it along with the fancy statue. We tried sitting on its back too.
Swimming in the basin of the falls is not allowed but visitors can swim on the man-made pool on the other side of the road.
A 30 peso entrance fee is collected before entering the premises. Additional fees are charge for the use of tables and cottages.
A 30 peso entrance fee is collected before entering the premises. Additional fees are charge for the use of tables and cottages.
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| The rates |
Tables and cottages are located around the area. Shower rooms are also available. Overnight stays are not allowed and the premises are open only at 7 in the morning until 5 in the afternoon. The ambiance is very peaceful in the area. Tall trees covers the pool from the sun.
The water from the falls flows under the bridge then into the first pool. There is only one stair going into that pool which is roughly 7 to 10 feet deep. Hand rails are also located on the side of this pool.
From that pool, the water flows into a spill way going into the second pool below. More swimmers stay in this pool than the other because of its shallow depth. There is a steel fence on the side of the pool and the water flows down to the steep stream where visitors are not allowed.
Swimming on both pool is very refreshing. But I can't stay long on the pool because of its cold water. Swimmers should walk slowly and carefully because the floor and the stairs are very slippery.
The water from the falls flows under the bridge then into the first pool. There is only one stair going into that pool which is roughly 7 to 10 feet deep. Hand rails are also located on the side of this pool.
From that pool, the water flows into a spill way going into the second pool below. More swimmers stay in this pool than the other because of its shallow depth. There is a steel fence on the side of the pool and the water flows down to the steep stream where visitors are not allowed.
Swimming on both pool is very refreshing. But I can't stay long on the pool because of its cold water. Swimmers should walk slowly and carefully because the floor and the stairs are very slippery.
We didn't stay long on the pool. We went back up the road and there we enjoyed a fresh buko juice. Souvenir shirts and food delicacies are also being sold on a store near the entrance of the pool.
During peak seasons, Tamaraw falls gets a little too crowded and during the rainy season, the flow of water from the falls is thick and strong. It is one of the famous side trips in Puerto Galera. Good thing that the management maintains its cleanliness.
After our refreshing plunge at the pools of Tamaraw Falls, we head on to the Virgin Beach.
During peak seasons, Tamaraw falls gets a little too crowded and during the rainy season, the flow of water from the falls is thick and strong. It is one of the famous side trips in Puerto Galera. Good thing that the management maintains its cleanliness.
After our refreshing plunge at the pools of Tamaraw Falls, we head on to the Virgin Beach.
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This budget covers our whole Puerto Galera trip.
(White Beach, Tamaraw Falls, Virgin Beach)
175.00 - Bus fare Cubao - Batanggas Port
160.00 - Bus fare Batanggas Port - Ortigas
500.00 - Boat fare Roundtrip Batanggas - Puerto Galera
60.00 - Puerto Galera Environmental Fee
(50 upon arrival / 10 before departing)
200.00 - Tamaraw Falls, Virgin Island Tour
10.00 - Entrance fee at Virgin Beach
30.00 - Entrance fee at Tamaraw Falls
200.00 - Souvenir shirt budget
400.00 - Food Budget (2 days)
363.00 - Lenly's Cottages [2 x 2000 per room for 11 persons]
TOTAL = 2098.00 Php
* Thanks to Christie Estampador for sharing some photos :)
This budget covers our whole Puerto Galera trip.
(White Beach, Tamaraw Falls, Virgin Beach)
175.00 - Bus fare Cubao - Batanggas Port
160.00 - Bus fare Batanggas Port - Ortigas
500.00 - Boat fare Roundtrip Batanggas - Puerto Galera
60.00 - Puerto Galera Environmental Fee
(50 upon arrival / 10 before departing)
200.00 - Tamaraw Falls, Virgin Island Tour
10.00 - Entrance fee at Virgin Beach
30.00 - Entrance fee at Tamaraw Falls
200.00 - Souvenir shirt budget
400.00 - Food Budget (2 days)
363.00 - Lenly's Cottages [2 x 2000 per room for 11 persons]
TOTAL = 2098.00 Php
* Thanks to Christie Estampador for sharing some photos :)
Great reead thank you
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