Cantilan's Baybay Beach and Nature's Park

Want to visit Cantilan Surigao del Sur but you don't know where to start? I bet you've heard about the blue lagoon, libtong cove and ayoke island but don't know what else Cantilan has to offer?

Cantilan is one of the municipality in the province of Surigao del Sur. cantilan is also considered the "Cradle of Towns" in Surigao del Sur. The town has unspoiled beaches from gray and white sands, and picturesque islands and islets.

And if you’re coming to Cantilan to experience the sun, beach, and surf, then head about 10 minutes out of the town proper to the beautiful Baybay Beach. This is a perfect getaway to start your Cantilan trip. The beach may not have a white Boracay typed sand beach but the place is captivating. Having said that though, Baybay is an amazing beach, the water is crystal clear, the sand is powdery clean and it is good for surfing, especially for beginners.

Baybay beach is a perfect spot for some morning tea/coffee and a swim, or just sat down on the sand and let the sun shine to your face and simply enjoy the beauty of Cantilan.

Heading towards the end of Baybay beach is Cantilan's Nature's Park. What a delightful surprise this area was. I recommended this place for swimming and picnic. 

Please Remember : Don’t Miss The opportunity of seeing the locals doing " Baling ", an old community way of fishing. Also, get a chance to experience performing "Baling".

There is no doubt that Cantilan is a worthy place to visit.

Please Remember : Don’t Miss The opportunity of seeing the locals doing " Baling ", an old community way of fishing. Also, get a chance to experience performing "Baling".

What makes Cantilan's beach so unique? 

The Perfect Walk at BENCAB MUSEUM

Baguio City is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the Philippines. But on this post you will find details about the unusual place to visit once you are at the summer capital. I'm talking about Baguio City's newest and most exciting tourist attraction : Bencab Museum. In addition to these i can guarantee that your time can be manageable and can be particularly enjoyable.

The BenCab Museum is located at Km. 6 Asin Road, Tadiangan, Tuba, Benguet , a brief 20 minute drive from the City proper.  

Bencab Museum's houses a stunning collection of art from the Philippine National Artist Benedicto Cabrera (BenCab) and some acknowledged Filipino masters and rising contemporary artists which is divided to different areas of the museum. And, when visiting BenCab Museum, you will be reminded of the rich culture and traditions of the northern Philippine highlands which is being shown on his works and collections. 

I spent approximately 1 hour at the Bencab Museum and then headed outside at the coffee shop called Cafe Sabel. The shop is overlooking a magnificent view of the area and the beautiful garden. Aside from some homegrown coffee, tea and delectable food from Café Sabel, the garden is the perfect way to relax after a museum visit and enjoy some fresh air. I highly recommend Lemon and mint tea at Cafe Sabel. It is addicting. Savoring one cup of their tea is worth every savoring sip. Definitely a  treat not to be missed if you’re in Bencab, especially after a long day of sightseeing.

BENCAB MUSEUM is not a just a museum, there’s a whole lot more happening there. So don’t hesitate to see what’s happening in person, you might find something interesting.

VISITOR INFORMATION : 

BENCAB MUSEUM

Km. 6 Asin Road, Tadiangan,

Tuba, Benguet, Philippines

Telephone: +63 74 442-7165

Mobile: +63 920 530-1954

Email: bencabartfoundation@gmail.com

Website: www.BenCabMuseum.Org

Museum hours:

Open daily except Mondays, Christmas Day & New Year’s Day

from 9:00am to 6:00pm (last entry is at 5:30pm)

Admission to the Museum:

General: PHP 100.00

Students and senior citizens with valid ID: PHP 80.00

Special rates for student groups with prior arrangement.

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At the risk of being called rebellious or disruptive, I feel compelled to do my part to help save the mountains.

I strongly contest the rationale of mining. And if this will continue, it would have a devastating impact on the health of the people, the water quality, and our global climate.

Masdan Mo Ang Kapaligiran 

Wala ka bang napapansin? Sa iyong mga kapaligiran.

Kay dumi na ng hangin, pati na ang mga ilog natin.

Hindi nga masama ang pag-unlad

At malayu-layo na rin ang ating narating

Ngunit masdan mo ang tubig sa dagat

Dati'y kulay asul, ngayo'y naging itim.

Ang mga duming ating ikinalat sa hangin

Sa langit, 'wag na nating paabutin

Upang kung tayo'y pumanaw man

Sariwang hangin, sa langit natin matitikman.

Mayro'n lang akong hinihiling

Sa aking pagpanaw, sana ay tag-ulan

Gitara ko ay aking dadalhin

Upang sa ulap na lang tayo magkantahan.

Ang mga batang ngayon lang isinilang

May hangin pa kayang matitikman

May mga puno pa kaya silang aakyatin

May mga ilog pa kayang lalanguyan.

Bakit 'di natin pag-isipan

Ang nangyayari sa ating kapaligiran

Hindi nga masama ang pag-unlad

Kung hindi nakakasira ng kalikasan.

Darating ang panahon, mga ibong gala

Ay wala nang madadapuan

Masdan mo ang mga punong dati ay kay tatag

Ngayon'y namamatay dahil sa ating kalokohan.

Lahat ng bagay na narito sa lupa

Biyayang galing sa Diyos kahit nu'ng ika'y wala pa

Ingatan natin at 'wag nang sirain pa

'Pagkat 'pag Kanyang binawi, tayo'y mawawala na.

Revisiting Sagada in 24 Hours

Unplanned. I made an unplanned visit to Sagada. And this is how i outline my third visit to Sagada. Never in my untamed imagination that i will include sagada in my kalinga trip this year. My plan was to go straight to Maligcong after Banaue but for some reasons i just found myself at a jeepney to SAGADA. And while boarding the jeepney, i cant help myself reminiscing the last time i was here, not because i hate going back nor i dont like sagada anymore but thinking of how sagada look like nowadays.

The jeepney from Bontoc to Sagada took about 1 hour and a half.  I arrived at two in the afternoon and didn't do too much sightseeing/exploring that day. I only have Sumaguing cave and the Echo valley in my list to visit for that day. And since it is past 7 pm when we reach poblacion from echo valley the first thing i look for is a nearest guest house for my one night stay at Sagada. Luckily a local offer their house for a minimal fee but its outside of the town proper. I have not been To Bangaan so i agreed and give it a go. 

I didn't have much time to spend in Bangaan but I'm glad that I took advantage of the opportunity to at least see some of it anyway. A thousand thanks to the folks at Bangaan, Sagada for providing such a fabulous base for my visit. 

I’ve now visited Sagada three times. At this point, I’ve gotten to know and realize a lot of changes in this town, but I’ve learned the benefits of staying in different places, and I know the kinds of experiences that make a trip to Sagada more special.

 

Chasing Waterfalls Series : Impressive Palan ah falls and Hot Springs

Surrounded by dramatic rice terraces views, these waterfalls and hot spring in Tulgao should be number one on your list.

Enclose by natural wonders of Kalinga region, the locals here live a lifestyle to be envied.