✔ find the hidden beach

Have you ever heard of beauty hidden away in a place far away that not everybody knows about? We're not talking about Rapunzel in her tower. Figure out what we mean and see why we can't can't get enough of it!

 

 Hermit's Cove is Kantabogon, Aloguinsan's secret paradise. As the name implies, this bay is secluded that you have to drive a long way to get there.

 

Take in the overwhelming clear blue waters and cool breeze by the shore.

It doesn't cost that much to experience its grandeur. An small entrance fee of PHP 50.00 for a day and PHP 100.00 if you're bringing a tent with you and plan to stay overnight.

 

For more information and inquiries, contact

Kantabogon Eco-Tourism Association (KEA):  0923 504 2066

Aloguinsan Municipal Tourism Office:   469 9312

www.aloguinsan.gov.ph

✔ move around Mactan

Mactan or Maktan is one of the major tourist islands in Cebu. There are a number of attractions and sites you ought to check out when you're out and about the island.

Head on down to the Punta Engaño Wharf. The pier is located at the southern edge of Lapu-Lapu City beside Mövenpick Hotel (formerly Hilton Hotel). If you're planning for an island hopping trip, you could rent a boat there. 

Let's take a crash course on history and go to the Lapu-Lapu Shrine. Don't worry about entrance fees and such. It's absolutely free!

In honor of the Cebuano hero, a 20 meter bronze statue stands in the Mactan Shrine in Lapu-Lapu City.

For the grumbling stomachs of the happy adventurers, stop by for some SuTuKil or Sugba, Tuwa ug Kilaw. Manna STK Food House is a popular SuTuKil restaurant on island, located just a few meters from Mactan Shrine. Choose from the fresh seafood and have it served your way: grilled (sugba), stewed (tuwa) or raw (kilaw).

Cebu is home to the best guitar craftsmen in the country. To find durable and quality guitars, check out the Alegre Guitar Factory in Abuno, Lapu-Lapu City.

The price range is quite high but if you're looking for quality, it is worth the cost. Contact them at (032) 505-0706 or alegreguitar@yahoo.com.

A new addition to the sites in Mactan to see is the hip and modern Mactan Newton.

It's a well-designed township by the beach that is a one-stop destination for people to live, work and play.

If you're in for some shopping, drop by Mactan's complete commercial hub - The Outlets at Pueblo Verde in Lapu-Lapu City.

For the avid shopper, it's a sweet treat for you because the prices of the products here a lower than those in the malls! The Outlets is a great place to shop, dine, and relax.

✔ cruise down a river

Take on a unique route to the south and head on to Aloguinsan! The small municipality holds wonders in an beautiful cruise down Bojo River. 

 

  

The 230-meter trail will lead you to the reception area of Bojo Aloguinsan Ecotourism Association (BAETAS) where you can begin you river cruise.

baroto used for the river tour

After the short brief and instructions for the tour, hop onto the baroto and move along down the serene river.

mangrove forest

 Witness the beauty of the mangrove forest surrounding the 1.4 kilometer river, that is a sanctuary to various species of fish.

Check out the man-made cave along the way.

Bojo, or hole in English, refers to the opening at the end of the river that leads to Tañon Strait that separates Cebu from Negros.

boardwalk made of bamboo

After the three-hour river cruise, stroll down the boardwalk back to the receiving area.

To know more about the tour packages and further inquiries, contact the Bojo Aloguinsan Ecotourism Association (BAETAS).

Telephone:  +63 32 583 6797

Mobile:  0905 9133 055 / 0922 4798 822

Email: baetas@aloguinsan.gov.ph

+63 32 583-6797