Sagada, Philippines

If you are a nature lover or a hiker Sagada will be your paradise. This is one of the newest tourist destination in the Philippines because this is too far from the Manila only few people try to go here because it takes 15 roughly hrs. before you can reach the paradise.This is are some popular activity in Sagada trekking, caving, visiting their waterfalls and hanging coffins you can also try their rappelling and nature tripping. But before you can do that you need to go to the municipal office to register but don't worry the people in the community is very friendly just ask anyone of them if you are lost.

Trekking in Sagada

The best way to explore Sagada and its environs is on foot.

Make sure you have your trekking footwear with you as you make your way to Bomod-ok waterfalls.

The jump-off is at Banga'an where the most beautiful rice terraces of Sagada are located. After registration, the guide will help you navigate the panoramic scenery and explain the rice farming customs in the area.You will be covering a distance of 2.5 kilometers, one way. Take note that you are coming from a higher elevation (1280 meters) and are going downhill - feel free to bring a walking stick to help you. Hiking these rice terraces is definitely a must-do in Sagada.

After your walk, you will be rewarded by the cool and refreshing waters of Bomod-ok (aka Big waterfalls). Swimming is allowed so go take advantage and indulge!

Orange Picking

Orange picking season in Sagada is usually from November to February.

You go to the orange orchard, you personally pick your fruits and then you pay (Php50/kg).

They have the Hamlin (sweet orange cultivated in Florida and one of the more popular types found in the US market) and Ponkan (chinese honey orange) varities. There are also rough lemons and american lemons. The former are of Indian origin (foothills of the Himalayas); they yield little juice and pulp but they can be used for home decors. The latter is the regular lemon we see here in the supermarket.

Caving

There are more than 60 known caves in Sagada. The biggest and arguably the most popular is Sumaging. It takes about 2-3 hours to complete the cave adventure here. Find yourself surrounded by extra-ordinary rock formations and pristine waters. For those with will (and leg) power, the cave connection is the way to best experience these underground wonders. How does it work? Well, you enter the Lumiang cave (burial cave) and then exit at the Sumaguing cave. The entire connection takes about three to four hours to finish. Be prepared to crouch, crawl and squeeze yourself in tiny and awkward spaces. There are at least three rope-assisted descents plus one "climb". Don't let these difficulties stop you for you will be rewarded with an awesome experience.