Hi hivers, it's me again Khesia. Another day, another blog! Does anyone here like canyoneering or even wants to experience jumping off a cliff? Well, if you are then this blog is for you. Have you heard of the hidden gem of Ginatilan Cebu? If not then let me introduce you to the breathtaking view and blue turquoise waterfall of KABUTONGAN FALLS. As pre experience this place won't make you dismayed even by a single step.
So how can we get there?
So the first thing to do is how can we get there? From Cebu South bus terminal, ride a bus going to Bato via barili. The fare cost 220 for air conditioned bus while 190 for non air conditioned bus. It is a 3 hour drive. Ask the bus conductor to drop off at the welcome arc of barangay Looc Ginatilan Cebu. After that, ask some residents or locals how to get there in Kabutongan Falls. They will lead you to the entrance of Kabutongan falls.
You have to pay a 100 pesos for the entrance fee. And it's up to you how much you will pay the tour guide for the life vest. But for us we did not pay for it since we know the tour guide did not pay for entrance and life vest. There is already a mountain resort before the Kabutongan Falls.
Some of the waterfalls in the area are not yet open to the public because it is not yet explored and also they don't have all the safety gear and equipment. Yet you can still enjoy canyoneering and also jumping off the cliff and just swimming with the emerald green like water.
It's blue crystalized water of pools makes you thirst to swim and even more. As the sun reflects the green leaves and trees making it a great combo from your 30 minute walk trail. You would not feel tired yet you get excited from the scenery to the water flowing.
The view from the top makes you forget the pain you feel. Every step of the trail becomes similar. After arriving at the top of the cliff all the hardships that you encounter in the trail vanished you may felt relaxed.
From that point you can actually jump off the cliff and face your fear. If you are not that strong to jump off the cliff then you may just dip your shaky legs into the crystallization water. Also you can adore the view of the falls and be mesmerized.
Nature never fails us as a human being; it is our duty to preserve, take care of our environment. Practicing the basic necessities such as possessing the clay go which means clean as you go. It is the practice that we should possess wherever and wherever we go that shows us being a responsible person.
My experience in Kabutongan Falls was amazing. From the breathtaking view to crystallization water of the falls. Every pool has its uniqueness that you can experience. We enjoyed splashing the flowing water from the waterfalls. With the help of a life vest you can enjoy jumping off the cliff and flowing freely as the water flows. As a nature lover you can adore everything around the Kabutongan Falls. The place is so quiet that you can relax and enjoy it properly.
These are some of the lists that you can experience in Kabutongan Falls. visiting the hidden gem of Ginatilan Cebu, the Kabutongan Falls. First you can enjoy the 30 minute trail that can make you feel exhausted. But at the same point might take your breath away. You can confront your fears by engaging in the cliff jumping activity. You can swim in the river and appreciate the awesome breathtaking jungle scenery. While you can take a moment to boulder the rocks and turquoise the water.
The beauty of Kabutongan Falls makes it one of the hidden gems of Ginatilan Cebu.
As per experience it is good that you arrive in the place early in the morning. You can be fully embraced by its beauty and uniqueness. Its quite different from badian canyoneering. They say that they have differences and Kabutongan Falls is different but I can not conclude that since I was not able to visit badian canyoneering. You can also cook food there. But just leave no trace and be responsible with your trash. Throw it the proper way or just bring with you your thrashes.
Kabutongan Falls is taken care of by the locals. So if you want to have a peaceful trip and you can enjoy it with your friends and family then visiting Kabutongan Falls is really peaceful. Especially if you visit on weekdays you can feel that you own the place. Or you became a vip in that place.
Rarely do people come there and I just don't know why. Might be that it is not yet fully developed by the locals. There are things to consider in order for them to improve. Especially the equipment.
This journey of mine is one of my core memories. I will be grateful for being able to visit this place and love bonding with my loved ones. This journey of mine would always have a place in my heart wherever life brings me. I would always carry my experience to this wonderful and amazing beauty of Kabutongan Falls.
Once again, this is Khesia. I hope you enjoy my new blog. Have a good day ahead. God bless!
Photos are not mine, it is from one of my friend with permission all photos travel with you guyss just using her/his phone for documentaton.