Camiguin | Wonders of Catarman
Catarman in Camiguin has lots of natural wonders that we can’t get enough of. Follow us on this #FeelCamiguin adventure.
Tuasan Falls
Right after our ascent to Mt. Hibok-Hibok we then went on a scenic drive along the coastal road of Catarman. We arrived at Tongatoc Cove by 4:00pm.
An overlooking spot beside the highway, Tongatoc Cove is a good spot for picture taking. One can appreciate the sea that is being contrasted by the remnants of the Mt. Vulcan eruption on the left side.
We then hastily rode the Motorella to reach Tuasan Falls before dusk. The road going to the jump-off point is now paved and accessible to all types of vehicles as of writing. Moreover, this is contrary to the 6 kilometer hike that is usually done from years ago passing through Barrio Mainit.
Lo and behold, Tuasan Falls stood before us right after passing a little rocky riverbed. This waterfall is enthralling all the same, cold water flows down to a shallow catch basin. But swimming is really not that ideal since the pool surrounding it is also shallow and littered with pebbles and rocks.
The Sunken Cemetery
Around 6pm, after our quick visit at the Tuasan Falls, we then got back at Brgy. Bonbon at Catarman to visit the Island’s most famous attraction, the Sunken Cemetery.
It is a large white cross that marks a cemetery swept into the sea by the Old Vulcan Daan’s eruption dating back in 1871.
Sunken Cemetery is located 16kms from Catarman Town Proper. This white cross is accessible by renting boats that will take you to the podium where it is erected.
One can also try to dive or snorkel in the area to get a glimpse of the pantheons buried under the sea for centuries. It was already dark when we arrived so we didn’t had the chance to see it up-close.
Other attractions near the Sunken Cemetery Cross and inside the town of Catarman are:
Walkway to the Old Volcano – with life sized statues depicting the stations of the cross which are dotted along the trail until one reaches the old volcano’s peak.
Old Church Ruins – remnants of the Vulcan Daan Eruption, the ruins are composed of century old thick walls, belfry and convent that stands remniscent of the second spanish settlement established in 1679.
Sto. Niño Cold Spring – a terrific huge pool of cold spring water sprouting from the sandy bottom of the pool. It is located 4kms north of Catarman.
Mt. Timpoong – the highest point in the Island, followed by the daunting Mt. Tres Marias and the Binangawan Waterfalls that is really a good place to visit for the adventurers at heart.
We got back to our room and visited Check-Point restaurant by 7:00pm. Then had a sumptuous dinner all to our stomach’s delight composed of pizzas and pastas (yes, plural haha)
With the night which is still not quite over, we then visited the Peninsular Kape Art Cafe. This is nearby our hotel room which is owned by a beautiful Brazilian National.
Updated December 2016
