For a quick trip away from the city, one of the top go-to places that come to people’s minds is Pagsanjan Falls in the province of Laguna. Because of its accessibility from the metro, it is probably the most famous waterfall in the Philippines. On top of this, it is a natural wonder that is mentioned plenty of times in Filipino history books—making it a popular attraction in the country.
Best to ready some swimwear when travelling to Pagsanjan Falls
Planning to travel to Pagsanjan Falls soon? This article will discuss some of the basic information about Pagsanjan Falls and the things that are best prepared before the trip.
The Philippines is rich in folklore, and Pagsanjan Falls is one of the places in the country that is filled with such enchanting tales.
Many natural attractions in the Philippines are surrounded by folklore
According to legends, way before Pagsanjan Falls existed, there were twin rivers of Bumbungan and Balanac, together with the land where the town of Pagsanjan was built. In the east of Bumbungan River, there were two brothers named Balubad and Magdapio who lived quaint and ordinary lives. Until a terrible drought came, there was no rainfall for a long time. This led to the death of their rivers, springs, crops, and later on animals disappeared.
The brothers suffered with this calamity and desperately prayed for rain. Balubad, the older brother who was weak, died of thirst. The younger brother Madapio buried him in the mountain and called it his brother’s name, Balubad. Because of his agony from his brother’s death, he hiked the upper region of the place and started to curse the gods for what happened. He hurled down his cane on the rocks and to his surprise, a spring sprouted in the same exact spot. It grew bigger and bigger and fresh water started to flow down the walls and became a waterfall. Magdapio fell on his knees to thank the gods for the blessing.
Pagsanjan Falls is located at Bridge I of Cavinti Town Proper in Laguna. It is also known as Magdapio Falls or Cavinti Falls., a three-tiered waterfalls that stands about 300 feet in height. This attraction in Laguna is perfect for a day trip or a weekend travel for those who want a quick, adventurous getaway from the city life. It is a great way to relieve stress, with the thrilling canoe ride or a hike to get to the waterfalls.
There are two ways to get to Pagsanjan Falls. It depends on what kind of adventure the traveler wants to experience from the trip: it can either be shooting the rapids with Pagsanjan Falls Lodge and Summer Resort, or something that involves hiking and rappelling.
Travelers can try to choose the route that involves hiking to the falls
Coming from the metro, there are buses bound to Sta. Cruz, Laguna from either Cubao or Buendia. Upon arrival to that stop, there is a jeepney to Pagsanjan or a tricycle that can go directly to the Tourism Office where more information on the Pagsanjan Falls is available.
The same thing, ride a bus bound to Sta. Cruz, Laguna from either Cubao or Buendia. Upon arrival, look for a jeepney going to Cavinti then a tricycle to Pueblo El Salvador Nature Park and Picnic Grove where Pagsanjan Falls tours usually start.
For a more relaxed itinerary, there are plenty of tour packages that can be arranged with travel agencies beforehand.
The Pagsanjan Falls open to public free of charge. However, accessing other areas of the park has a fee that ranges from 20php to 300php. These rates are subject for change anytime. When opting to do some shooting the rapids in Pagsanjan river, it will cost around 1,250php per person which usually includes entrance fees, round-trip boat ride, and life vest rental.
Before starting the journey to the falls itself, it is important to know that there are no food stalls in the area so make sure to bring food.
Best to bring some snacks to munch on during thr trip
Toilets and showers are also not available in the falls so make sure to wash up upon getting back to the jump-off point.
Since it is usually a day trip to the falls, most people pack light. Although, expect to get wet whatever the chosen route is. Make sure to pack enough extras for the trip to avoid unnecessary purchases along the way.
If making a spontaneous trip to Pagsanjan Falls, it is better to prepare extra money to do some exploring around the area. Although, below is a short list of popular locations nearby that travelers usually visit during their trip to Laguna.
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“Better safe than sorry” is probably a principle that adventure junkies do not subscribe into but it always a smart decision to be ready. When traveling to any new location, it is best to prepare for any emergencies that may arise such as allergies from food, insect bites, scratches and wounds, among many other things. Make sure to bring medicines for these emergency situations before starting the journey to Pagsanjan Falls.
In 2022, there are a few travel restrictions left. People have been doing a lot of “revenge travels” even outside the country with not much problem, much so locally. Although, it is best to ask the Laguna Tourism Office ahead of the trip to make sure that there are no requirements needed to comply with.
Excited for the trip? Already imagining a bamboo raft, the sight of bright-colored life vests while exploring the Devil’s Cave with friends? Make sure to read and prepare the items listed in this article to fully enjoy the trip and avoid hassles as much as possible.
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