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NOT JUST ANOTHER SIDE TRIP by Sol Cielo Nuesca and Caselline Corpuz
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iscover a variety of water pool havens that Nueva Vizcaya has to offer. The mixture of scenic views and unique features guarantee a worthwhile experience. Be captivated as the destination of your choice awaits you!
lost. It is also suggested that everyone must take a personal vehicle in visiting the place, bring your motorbikes or ATVs or any ride that is conducive for a one lane road. For those who are not contented touring the place for one day, lodging is also available at reasonable prices. Rooms intended for five people who plan on staying overnight may select from the following choices: the native kubotype houses which cost Php 500, Isinai-inspired houses, governor’s cottage or the PEO’s cottage. Bigger groups may use the log cabin with a capacity of 10 people for Php 5,000 for a whole night stay. For 5-7 persons, dormitory no.1 is the right room for you for only Php
2,000 and dormitory no. 2 for 3-5 persons costs Php 3,500. For larger groups planning to have a vacation of sorts, it is better to inquire first at the Pasarabo stalls. They might be able to fix a package fit for your ultimate enjoyment. Guests who plan on staying overnight are recommended to bring their own food since the café and restaurant inside might not be able to cater your culinary needs. The floating restaurant and zipline are expected to rise soon at Paraiso Tribu Vizcayano where a flourishing natural habitat and a perfect place for nature lovers await.
PALAISDAAN TROPICAL RESORT BAGABAG
PARAISO TRIBU VIZCAYANO DIADI Nested within the 24,000 hectare portion of the Lower Magat Forest Reserve, Paraiso Tribu Vizcayano is a perfect and idyllic getaway for those on the look out for a close encounter with nature. The place welcomes and promises a quiet, green, cold-breezed, eco-tourism park which will never fail to make you feel right in the middle of a thick jungle. Situated at Barangay San Luis, Diadi, Nueva Vizcaya, this place will surely never fail to amaze you. Paraiso Tribu Vizcayano offers alfresco activities which include camping, horseback riding, fishing, boating, swimming and touring around the zoo. Among their other amenities comprise function halls for seminars or
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The tropical paradise located at Brgy. Quirino, Bagabag, Nueva Vizcaya is ideal for relaxation because of its unique fish treatment and massage therapy. A fish species which they call "doctor fish" can completely get rid of dead skin cells, promotes good blood circulation and makes skin healthier. This spa service is priced at Php 100 per 30 min. Aside from their relaxing foot spa, visitors could also enjoy their pool area composed of an adult pool and a kiddie pool at a rate of Php 70 for both adults and kids. The pool is open from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm with an additional charge of Php 10 at 5pm onwards. The resort also offers overnight cottages which feature two queensize beds with pull out bed, individually controlled air conditioning unit, hot and cold showers and cable TV. Such cottages are categorized in the
workshops and retreats. With a very affordable entrance fee of Php 50 per person, one can enjoy the view and freely roam around the place. However, using their swimming pool entitles you to another entrance fee of Php 50 which will be paid at the sentinel’s desk. Picnic huts cost Php 150. Those who wish to fish at the fishing lagoon are requested to bring their own fishing equipment. Most of the activities are for a fee. Visitors should try to visit first the Pasarabo Stalls which are located at the right side upon the entrance for payment of admission fees. We suggest that visitors should ask for a copy of their brochure which contains the map of the whole place to avoid being
Photos by Sol Cielo Nuesca