After being able to satisfy ourselves with our Maria Cristina falls tour, the group proceeded to the second waterfall in our itinerary, this enabled me to say another hello to the enchanting Tinago falls. Probably the second most famous waterfall Iligan is known for.
I can still recall all those details when I was a kid where Tinago Falls was the first waterfall I was able to swim along its waters. It was so cold that I couldn't manage staying afloat even for a minute. I would stay on a nearby pool situated beside the gushing stream.
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| Pool Beside the Stream |
Wait, pool? Yup! I said that right. Actually, in the past, my Tinago falls experience was accompanied by a beautiful zoo-resort situated in the entrance of the said waterfall, of which is located 450 steps higher in elevation. While at present, the resort is nothing but ruins.
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| The Ruins of Tinago Resort |
It may seem like I had some pity upon hearing the fate of the rundown resort, but not the waterfall. Tinago falls remained a beautiful family runabout about 13 kilometers off the city. With a height drop of 240 feet while covered with trees, Tinago, in English means, hidden.
To get here requires a habal-habal, about 30 php. Or a jeepney thru Brgy. Buru-un line, about 14php. Taxi's in Iligan normally goes for an agreed flat-rate price. So I don't usually recommend them.
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| Waterfalling Adventure Tour participants! |
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| Ten Minute Hike Starts Here |
Upon arriving at the old resort entrance. It takes another 10 minutes to trek down. Children are advised to stay with their parents mainly because some steps are too steep for their stride.
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| Bamboo Raft |
There are no known food stalls in the area so make sure you're packing enough for the planned day. Life vests can be rented out at a minimal fee. While cottages are also present, I didn't bother asking since we didn't need one. There's also a bamboo raft ride which costs' 20php per head allowin you to get near the waterfall.
Tips:
- Prior to leaving the hotel, apply mosquito lotion since there are some mosquitoes flying over at the old resort ruins.
- Bring a lot big towels for changing clothes, there's no dressing room there.
- Empty your bowel beforehand. No toilets or portalets are available.
