Cagayan Valley Adventure

Third of summer, my Cagayan Valley Adventure. Once again, I was able to explore the beauty of  Calao Cave, Calvary Hill and Palaui Island, thanks to Maximius Jovi and Adventurista Camping Trip.

On our first day, we went to Callao Cave, it's a cave with seven chambers. It has a natural cathedral located at the first chamber, which was turned into a chapel by the local people. The conditions inside the cave cause stalactites and stalagmites, particularly in the deeper chambers. Every chamber has natural crevices, which let light get into the cave, serving as illumination for the otherwise dark areas of the place.

After exploring Callao Cave, we were supposed to go to Calvary Hill but it rained so we decided to call it a day and continue exploring the next day.

On our second day, we went island hopping. I forgot the name of the first island that we explored but you can see on the photos below how beautiful it is.

Then we went to Palaui Island. Palaui is an island made up of volcanic debris. The main attraction aside from it's beaches is the Farol de Cabo Engaño, an 18th century light house built by the Spaniards. We were also able to see the beauty of Dos Hermanas Island, from the view of the lighthouse. 

Palaui Island

Dos Hermanas Island

Dos Hermanas Island at the background

Farol de Cabo Engaño

On our third day, we went beach bumming on an island I forgot the name as well.

Then last but not the least, we went to Calvary Hills. It is located within the grounds of the Spanish colonial era church of Iguig, Cagayan. This area is known for its life size images of the stations of the cross which is popular with devotees during the Holy Week. Its elevation provides breathtaking views of the valley made fertile by the Cagayan River.

After 3 days and two nights, back to Manila. 

Adventurista Camping Trip