Upon reaching the cave entrance, you need to register and pay P200 for the guide and P20 entrance fee. Our male guide is very knowledgeable of the nooks and crannies of the cave as he has been living in the area since he was 10 years old and he used to play inside the cave.
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| cave entrance |
There are fascinating rock formations, stalactites and stalagmites inside the cave. With a bit of imagination and visual angle one can create images out of the rock formations.
Watch out for low stalactites where your head can bump into. The guide will tell you when to duck, bend and twist your body to be able to pass through. Some rocks are not to be touched because they can die. Human hands are acidic and the acidity will somehow affect the growth of the rocks.
If you are claustrophobic, caving is not for you. It is advisable to wear closed footwear to protect your toes and also it can get slippery due to the mud. There are 5 levels inside the cave. You will only be brought to 2 levels as level 3 to 5 are only for the experienced and geologist. The guide can also be your photographer. He will point out to you the better angle to take the shot.
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| Cave exit |
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| Our guide in yellow tshirt with ID |
This is my fourth cave experience. The first one was Hinagdanan in Bohol and second was Hoyop Hoyopan in Albay and third Enchanted cave in Bolinao. Caving is a wonderful experience especially for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. Please be mindful of the surroundings and don't leave trash so that our caves will be preserved.
How to get there:
1-take a UV express van from Starmall bound for Tanay. Fare is P70. get off at Jollibee or Tanay market
2- hire a tricycle P200 one way to Calinawan cave and another P200 to Daranak Falls. Tell the driver to fetch you. Fare back to Jollibee or market is P200
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