Bukidnon is well endowed with natural scenic spots. Its vast land area possesses
diverse tourist spots, both natural and manmade. Bukidnon is best
visited not only during summer season but all year round. Whether you
are an outdoorsy person or just a mere vacationist, here are the 20
tourist destinations in my home province I recommend.
MT. KITANGLAD. The fourth highest mountain in the country is the most famous peak in Bukidnon. Towering at 2,889 meters ASL, this ASEAN Heritage site possesses a stunning landscape and magnificent view of its neighboring peaks. The easiest jump-off is in Sitio Intavas, la Fortuna, Impasugong.
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MT. KALATUNGAN. The fifth highest summit in the country looms at 2,880 meters ASL, most accessible in the municipality of Pangantucan. The mountain has pygmy gardens/forests in some areas. It has countless waterfalls, which one is clearly visible along its very challenging ridge, Bukobuko sa Anay. The usual trek to the summit traverses to Mt. Lumpanag (Wiji's Peak). The most accessible jump-off is in Brgy. Mendis, Pangantucan.
For booking, climb permit and other info, please contact Ms. Lea M. Apal of Pangantucan Tourism Office at 0917-774-5868.
MT. DULANGDULANG. The 2,938 meters ASL altitude makes Mt. Dulangdulang the second highest peak of the country. This is famous for its mossy forest. This mountain is usually trekked in package with Mt. Kitanglad (D2K). It is best accessed from Sitio Bul-ogan, Songco, Lantapan.
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MT. CAPISTRANO. A minor mountain in Malaybalay City with a rocky summit stuns everyone along the national highway. Towering at 609.6 meters, this mountain is trekkable for 2-3 hours. This mountain possesses a challenging cliffy trail, This can be accessed in Brgy. Managok or Sitio Binalbagan, Simaya, Malaybalay.
MT. PALAOPAO. The 836 meters mountain in Brgy. Kisolon in Sumilao entices every passerby of its alluring beauty. The mountain really looks like an easy trek. The view you see in the highway is just half of its actual height. This deceitful mountain is a lent pilgrimage site to Catholic believers. It has a cross at the summit to prove it.
CEDAR MULTIFALLS. The reforestation site of Impalutao, Impasugong known as CEDAR or Center for Ecological Development and Recreation has multiple waterfalls to explore. Four major falls are named Gantungan, Natigbasa, Makabayot and Dila. The farthest, Dila Falls, is the highest and more or less a kilometer away from the highway.
CINCHONA MULTI-TIERED FALLS. Cinchona Falls in Kaatuan, lantapan has more or less 5-tiers not too distant from one another. Each has its distinct features and levels of difficulties.
KIBALABAG MULTI-FALLS. A barangay 20 kms away from Malaybalay City proper has 3 waterfalls to brag about. Kibalabag Falls is the closest to the highway, followed by Domagongdong falls. Katihan Falls is 2 hours trek away including river trekking.
LAKE APO. This 24-hectare lake is a great place to welcome the morning. This is privately maintained. It has accommodations and venue. The lake is really good for swimming and kayaking. The lake is best enjoyed while riding on a floating bamboo cottage.
LAKE NAPALIT. The 36-hectare inland water in Brgy. Pigtauranan plays a vital role in the lives of IP's in the locale. It serves as the food basket of the tribe. The place is considered sacred. Its floating islets are among its best features.
DAHILAYAN FOREST PARK. The famous longest dual zipline in Asia excites visitors in this adventure site at the base of Mt. Kitanglad. Other amusements include zorb, luge, ATV and the exhilarating drop zone. The park offers classy accommodations. The forest scenery is also is breathtaking.
KAMPO JUAN. THis adventure park is known for its environmental avocacy. It made use of the areas no longer suited for agriculture due to impossible terrain. Orgaic foods are offered here. The place is most famous for its anicycle or bike on wire.
WHITE ROCK CLIFF. This adventure site in San Jose, Quezon, Bukidnon is maintained by local government. An affordable package of rockclimbing and rappelling is offered here. Vertical Bivouac is the new attraction in this 170 feet high wall. A side trek to Bluewater Cave can be done after an exhausting activity.
SEAGULL MOUNTAIN RESORT. This mountain resort located at the border of Bukidnon and Davao is an ideal place to cool down. It offers a mountain top scenery. It has classy accommodations and rugged camp sites for budget backpackers. It has its own pool and mini-waterfall.
MGM MOUNTAIN RESORT. Here, you can bring the whole family to experience sleeping in the forest. This place is just close to national highway of Dologon, maramag. The place is good for swimming, trampoline, waterbiking and event reception.
BINAHON AGROFOREST FARM. This place is located in cool base of Mt. Dulangdulang in Songco, Lantapan. Here, you can experience sleeping in a native hut. The surrounding is full of forest and organically grown vegetables. A carrot processing center is also locate here.
COMMUNAL RANCH. A public ranch at municipality of Impasugong is a scenery on the mountains of the tribal town. It is just 20 minutes away from the town proper via habalhabal.
SUMALSAG CAVE. This cave is accessible in Brgy. Dalirig, Manolo Fortich. This cave may not be full of crystallized walls, the river passing through it makes it really challenging. It has portions with very narrow paths wherein has to crawl and walk like a duck.
MONASTERY OF TRANSFIGURATION. Situated in Brgy. San Jose, Malaybalay, this structure resembles an Egyptian pyramid. This monastery is a home to Benedictine monks who who produce world class Monks Blend coffee.
MUSUAN PEAK. Just beside the highway past Valencia City, the 646 meters high active volcano resembles to a stray Chocolate Hill of Bohol. This is a 45 minute climb with view decks at the summit gracing your eyes with awesome landscapes, Pulangui River and the city of Valencia.
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MOUNTAINS
For booking, climb permit and other info, please PM "Daffy Daffodil" on Facebook.
For booking, climb permit and other info, please contact Ms. Lea M. Apal of Pangantucan Tourism Office at 0917-774-5868.
For booking, climb permit and other info, please PM "Daffy Daffodil" on Facebook.
WATERFALLS
LAKES
LAKE NAPALIT. The 36-hectare inland water in Brgy. Pigtauranan plays a vital role in the lives of IP's in the locale. It serves as the food basket of the tribe. The place is considered sacred. Its floating islets are among its best features.
ADVENTURE PARKS
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NATURE CAMPS
MGM MOUNTAIN RESORT. Here, you can bring the whole family to experience sleeping in the forest. This place is just close to national highway of Dologon, maramag. The place is good for swimming, trampoline, waterbiking and event reception.
BINAHON AGROFOREST FARM. This place is located in cool base of Mt. Dulangdulang in Songco, Lantapan. Here, you can experience sleeping in a native hut. The surrounding is full of forest and organically grown vegetables. A carrot processing center is also locate here.
OTHERS
COMMUNAL RANCH. A public ranch at municipality of Impasugong is a scenery on the mountains of the tribal town. It is just 20 minutes away from the town proper via habalhabal.
SUMALSAG CAVE. This cave is accessible in Brgy. Dalirig, Manolo Fortich. This cave may not be full of crystallized walls, the river passing through it makes it really challenging. It has portions with very narrow paths wherein has to crawl and walk like a duck.
MONASTERY OF TRANSFIGURATION. Situated in Brgy. San Jose, Malaybalay, this structure resembles an Egyptian pyramid. This monastery is a home to Benedictine monks who who produce world class Monks Blend coffee.
MUSUAN PEAK. Just beside the highway past Valencia City, the 646 meters high active volcano resembles to a stray Chocolate Hill of Bohol. This is a 45 minute climb with view decks at the summit gracing your eyes with awesome landscapes, Pulangui River and the city of Valencia.
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