TOUR AROUND JABONGA MUNICIPALITY

There are many thing you can do  while visiting the Agusan del Norte province, while you are here have some time to visit the Jabonga Municipality The town of Adventure.As a guide for your trip written below is the tourist spot you well enjoy to visit.

HISTORY:

The municipality of jabonga was established in 1853 by a group of missionaries sebt by Father Saturnino Urios.Jabonga minicipality is the third municipality of Agusan Del Norte.It is just one riding of bus if you start in butuan City then you will stop at the Bangonay terminal station  then ride a motorcycle to reach the place where the center of the municipality you dont have tp worry because the people their are very hospitable and kind.

TOURIST SPOT:

OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION CHURCH

You can come to this church if your into praying before going to start your adventure.It is located  near at the municipality office in front of the Jabonga Plaza Park.

FESTIVAL:

If you're planning to visit Jabonga then came in August  15 because that is the day where habongan celebrates their  yearly festival which Is the sumayajaw festival you will be surely entertained by the fantastic performance of every barangay's contestants. The festivals is a way of their saying thank  you to the god and to their patron the lady assumption .

BEACH

Mayor Pio A. Monton Great Lake Resort, Jabonga. Jabonga boasts of a resort near the town proper, the Mayor Pio A. Monton Great Lake Resort. The ambiance of the place is the desire of everyone who wants to enjoy nature and take a rest from the madding crowd. The flowers in bloom can satisfy the longings of the heart and soul. The beautiful sunrise soothes the nerves and tells us that it is still a beautiful world.

Own by the the current vise mayor of jabonga Vice Mayor Pio Monton..

CANOEING

Lake mainit is situated  80 ft above sea level with the depth of 128 meter.It has 17, 430 hectares that covers the part of Agusan del Norte province that includes the municipalities of Jabonga, Kitcharao and Santiago and covers also the Surigao del Norte includes the municipalities of Mainit, Alegria and Sison, Lake Mainit is known for its Pidjanga, Gabot, Banak, Haw-an, Igi  and kasili and uts habitat to some endangered Philippine flora and fauna.Migratory birds from Russia and Japan and native flowers –pagosi and tabukali are its unique attractions.

FALLS

 LAMBINGAN FALLS . The falls is located at Barangay San Jose. Its height is approximately 5 meters with fast flowing waters cascading on it. As its name suggests, it is a great place for romantic escapades. If you want to develop, intensify your relationships with your special someone or want to restore, renew broken relationship, this is the best place to go.

Mayugda Falls,. You can see this three-layer waterfall with an approximate measurement of 2 meters along the road of Purok 1 Poblacion Jabonga.Its is nice and very attractive fall and for picture taking.

Parks

Top Ridge Trekking and Camping Site, Jabonga. The Top Ridge is a free land to go for trekking. When you’re on top of it especially on clear day you can see Camiguin Island on one side and the Lake Mainit on the other side. Dinarawan Trail trekking is a five-hour breathtaking experience passing two waterfalls.

RIVER:

Kalinawan River, Jabonga. This 29.1 km. of pristine and picturesque river is the only outlet of Lake Mainit. It passes through the Municipality of Jabonga, Santiago and Tubay before it finally empties into Butuan Bay. In history, it is one of the oldest trading and missionary routes in the Philippines. Its past (part of Old Kingdom of Butuan), even predates written Philippine History. The river is a fishing ground to the Mamanwa Tribe.

SCUBA DIVING

Jabonga Reef and Looc Point Dive Site, these are the dive site you can enjoy scuba diving Jabonga has 6 total dive site but these two are most common and easy to locate   Jabonga reef is locate at Poblacion of San Vicente and the looc point is on Macdagooc one of the barangay of Jabonga .this dive site has 45 to 200 feet. Fish life is bountiful in these diving sites. People who are really fond of scuba diving will really find these dive sites thrilling, fascinating and amazing.

CAVE

Libas Cave, Jabonga. For novice cavers, Libas Cave is a good cave to start. It is situated 1 km. away from the national highway of Barangay Libas going to Sitio San Roque. Libas Cave is a dry cave with stalactites and stalagmites inside. You can find no plants there but wildlife like bats, crabs, spiders, cockroaches and worms abound the place.

MOUNTAINEERING

MABAHO MOUNTAIN

One of the mountains encircling Lake Mainit is the 1,850 meter high Mabaho, which is one of the tallest peaks in Caraga. Moreover, it is in this elevated region that Caraga’s endemic species (the Philippine Eagle among them) can be found. it is relaxing when reach the pick.It breathed taking view and you can enjoy taking pictures.

-CTTO REALYN LEYROS

Lake me like you do

In Lake Mainit is one of the common economical jobs mostly of people there is fishing they are rich of rare fish species; like puyo or perch and gabot. This kind of fish is affordable like any kind of fish. Its water remained generally clear and clean many people fond to soak there free time to standby in that place because of the freshness and relaxing ambiance that lead to a people learn to love Lake Mainit. I must say that Lake Mainit must be preserve in order to maintain how our nature being so wonderful that only people can able to witness in how wonderful of God's creation.


CTTO ESSA TADIFA

Warm Wellness

Relax at Mapaso wellness Spring Resort.

Its been a month since I've been there for so many times with my family and relatives. A natural hot spring resort it boast of fresh sulfuric flawing water from the mountains, it was good for the skin diseases and  also it can help treat asthma and even rheumatism.

Many people love to go and visit  Mainit even though during summer due to its wonderful and beneficial for health hotspring. You can sit near the flowing hot water and you'll  find yourself feeling calm and relax  while your just prettily sitting while lying your back on the edge of the pool. If you want to go there and experience the sulfuric water the mapaso located at the Mainit, Surigao del Norte.

-CTTO BETH GRACE CASIDO

Mystical Island

Philippines took over a hundred tourist destinations, mostly are beaches. However, other edge of the Philippines remains undiscovered. And Dinagat Islands was one of those. Dinagat Islands was compose of many islets with its different hidden beauty. When we say tourist spots some of us will think, it is all about beaches but in our place my hometown you can only say its not. Both land and seas have its own unique beauty that converges and took its mysticality. Frontiers and spots still growing up as people sees and appreciate its natural beauty.

Dinagat Islands as best known having plenty of tourist destination, one of the undiscovered  place for tourism. When you visit the province, firstly your main destinatiom will be the San Jose port, where you can sight uphill the white castle, even you are still riding a boat from surigao you can already see it. As you go over for Island hopping it will take at least 5 days to explore roughly all of them.The young province, though relatively small in size, is undoubtedly blessed with immeasurable natural wonders just waiting to be explored. And behind all the fantastic scenery, it is also the warmth of the people that will surely make a trip to Dinagat an unforgettable one.

-CTTO CHERRY MAE CEBALLOS

Surf along the Waves

Siargao Island is such a perfect place for surfers, high waves are stunning as the reflection sprinkles under the sun just like diamonds. Surfers are eager to step on this beautiful island where they nurture their skills and achieved its inner most potential. During the southwest monsoon, the best waves can be found in General Luna municipality, while Pilar municipality is better during the northeast monsoon.

Pansukian is a perfect for surfers produces a long and fast wave when the wind is just right, it rarely gets bigger than 6 feet, it is suitable for both intermediate and advanced surfers. Rock island is the perfect break that highly relies on ideal wind conditions, these area makes for great photos with a giant rock a perfect place for milenials. While it can be easily said that Siargao is a surfer haven year-round but also for melinials and photographer it is perfectly suited because of its affinity with nature that creates this amazing scenery.

Whether a beginner or advanced surfer, this little island is the perfect place to unlock your inner gift, but you will never achieve greatness unless you understand the epicenter of your journey which is the appreciation on the beauty and existence of nature.

-CTTO JOB ATUEL

The Sun of the Beach

Mabua Pebble Beach is unique among many of the Filipino beaches due to its multitude of smooth white pebbles that make up its shoreline. Mabua Pebble Beach is a shoreline of kilometer-long stretch of smooth, multi-sized pebbles. There are almost no sands, of any kind, in this part of Surigao City. The beach’s shoreline is completely composed of smooth stones, mostly in white colors and of different sizes. The rock outcrop at the end of the beach is an easy climb and promises to give you a frightening but spectacular view. It is a great vantage point for the rest of the beach and even the mountains beyond. Mabua Pebble Beach is the paradise of photographers who are captivated by sunsets.


CTTO MARY JANE BERNADEZ

300 Steps to Paradise

Before reaching the place of Sitio,looc Brgy. Punta Bilar. You need to try the 300 step mt. climbing. It's famous for tourist and locals on weekends. The steps are an attraction by themselves. On top, there is a grotto of Mama Mary, also on that summit, you can view the stretch of Pebble Beach that extends 2 kilometers south until Brgy. Ipil. This is a perfect activity for people seeking an extreme activity and also do exercise at anytime of the day.

Looc beach has also been blessed with a long stretch of stones/pebble beach. The stones here are more fined mixed with white sands and other unique smooth stones. It's also a good site to do camping or have an overnight stay with these affordable cottages. Locals make use of the earnings of these cottages to sustain and support their day to day living which is helpful because rest assured that it could be one of the cleanest beaches you will ever experience.

-CTTO ANDREA PALIN

Live the Siargao Moment

Siargao Island — exotic, battered, beautiful — should not be seen as the exclusive paradise of surfers. Yes, you probably will surf at some point. At many points, even. But your best Siargao moment could happen anywhere, when you least expect it. Stunning Beaches in siargao It’s a tough job dipping into warm azure waters, listening to the little clink-clink of shells being dragged over the sand and watching the clouds drift overhead — but someone’s gotta do it. Three gorgeous islands — Naked, Guyam, and Dako — can be reached in less than an hour by boat from General Luna. Socorro and Sohoton siargao philippines You’re in for a long boat ride on the way to Sohoton, but scanning the marvelous beaches, craggy cliffs and brillant pools along the way will keep you occupied. This collection of lushly forested islands will give you the feeling you’ve been let in on a secret. If you have time — and if you don’t, you should make it — get away from General Luna, and strike out for other parts. It can be a bumpy ride in parts, but you won’t regret seeing Siargao on two wheels. Ramshackle fishing villages, rows and rows of coconut trees and teasing glimpses of the Pacific wait around every corner. Lovely Locals in siargao The children on Siargao are a delightful bunch of happy-go-lucky little munchkins. Make friends with them and they’ll happily go surfing with you, show you the best karaoke spots and keep you company. Sugba Lagoon A breezy boat ride ferries you through the Philippines’ second largest mangrove forest, past tiny fishing communities and forested hills. At Sugba Lagoon, fish dart across jade green waters and colourful corals glow below the surface. This is one of Siargao’s prettiest spots for a swim. Castaway Islands If you’ve never known what a deserted island really looks and feels like, wait til you get to Kaghawan. A tropical sort of wonderland for castaways and waterbabies, Kaghawan is out of the way but worth the trip. Chances are, you’ll have it all to yourself. If you’re willing to go a little further, Bucas Grande is about as remote as it gets. Magpupunko Rock Pools Much more interesting than the lap pool at your resort, the Magpupunko Rock Pools are a series of natural tidal pools. You’ll have to test each one to find your favourite. Dive in. General Luna siargao island General Luna, Siargao’s surf central, is a great spot to explore for a few days. Aside from a few hopping jungle bars, there’s a crop of cute cafes and restaurants for you to check out during your stay. Try Filipino breakfasts and healthy smoothies at Kitya’s Place. Sample homegrown Filipino coffee and freshly baked goodies at Pleasure Point Cafe. And if you are here for the surfing, Siargao Inn can hook you up with best instructors on the island.

-CTTO ANNA SEIRAM QUINTAS

"Hidden Island"

Surigao del Norte is my lovely home, I've been living at hither for eighteen years of my existence in this wonderful world. They say that there are lots of beautiful and known tourist’s spots at this place. I feel curious and its my dream to visit and explore Surigao del Norte. I’ve been already visited few of the tourists spots in the mainland, I've been also in Siargao Island but I've never explore yet that island that well because i was just there for a few days. And there is it one place that i wanted to share with you its beauty.

 This place is really perfect and amazing it is almost perfect. You can comfort yourself there if you need comfort and space, and if you want to free yourself from stress? It is the right place for you. Try to visit this beautiful and amazing island in the municipality of Taganaan called Tinago island (Tinago means hidden) perfect for vacation or trip with family, friends and special someone. You can relax and have fun there as much as you want since this place also is not that crowded like other tourists spots. It is just only two to three rides from the city of Surigao, you can take multicab from the city, and take tricycle at the municipality of Tagana-an proper to get there in Tagana-an pier located at Brgy. Ban-ban.

 I assure you that everything there is perfect, from the time you'll reach there, you'll enjoy the place especially to its natural image created by God, and there are lot of activities there in which you can enjoy while you are staying there like snorkeling, island hopping, mangroves tour, swimming, boating and surf/body boarding. You'll going to love that hidden island of Surigao and wish you can visit there for many times once you've been there.

-CTTO MARIELL CAGAMPANG TIEMPO