Camiguin is believed to be one of the Philippines’ most beautiful islands, a virtual paradise, as the island allows visitors to experience a glimpse of untouched beauty in its entirety. The people of Camiguin continue their idyllic and simple existence sheltered and unfazed by the virulent pressures of today’s accelerated lifestyles. Camiguin has become an ideal venue for adventure tourists to take part in activities such as Gamefishing, trekking, rappelling, and mountain climbing, among others.
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Camiguin Island is a pear-shaped volcanic island resting along the northern tip of Mindanao. It is approximately 90 kilometers north of Cagayan de Oro, and is bounded by four bodies of water: Bohol Sea to the north, Macajalar Bay to the west, Gingoog Bay to the southeast, and Butuan Bay to the east. It is the smallest province in northern Mindanao, with a land area of only 29,187 hectares, and is composed of five towns: Mambajao (the capital), Mahinog, Guinsiliban, Sagay, and Catarman. Being an island with volcanic origins, it even plays host to seven volcanoes, including the still-active Mt. Hibok-Hibok. Aside from being small in land area, the province is the second smallest province in the Philippines in terms of population with only 72, 232 persons inhabiting the island.
But being small doesn’t stop Camiguin from being the wonderful destination that it is. It has lush forests, volcanoes, eternal hot and cold springs, pristine patches of black and white beaches, majestic waterfalls, exotic marine life, blue-ridge mountains, and serene surroundings. Its idyllic lifestyle and jovial people coupled with its glorious past make Camiguin a destination really worth visiting.
The Camiguin culture is a mixture of both Boholano and Cebuano culture. It is very colorful and creative. The people are deeply religious, hospitable and friendly. Cebuano is the major dialect in the Province. However, in the towns of Sagay and Guinsiliban, where most of the indigenous tribes reside, the Kinamiguin dialect is still spoken. Kinamiguin is derived from the Manobo dialect with some mixture of Boholano.
Camiguin generally has good weather with seasonal rain showers enhancing its fresh green environment. Fine weather is guaranteed from February to May, while the coolest is from November to January. Maximum rainfall had been recorded on the months of June to December.
Apart from resort and hotel accommodations, we also have Camiguin adventure activities and tours that we can include to your itinerary:
Here in the “Island Born of Fire”, natural wonders and historic riches wait the adventure tourist. Visit the following destinations: Taguines Lagoon, Sto. Niño Cold Springs, Old Catarman Church Ruins, Cross Marker and Sunken Cemetery, Old Vulcan, Station of the Cross, Ardent Hot Springs, and the ever-famous White Island.
The island has 4 hectares of evergreen forest fringed with white sandy beach. A fishing village and seaweed culture is found on the north side. One side of the beach is shallow with few corals, while the opposite side is a deep drop off for snorkeling and diving. Mantigue Island, with its captivating white sand and clear waters, is ideal for beach goers and divers as well. The majestic walls and overhead coral formations are home to small tropical fishes, pelagic fishes, marine turtles and stingrays which are abundant in this mushroom-like island.
In this trip you get to climb the famous Mt. Hibok-Hibok, which is approximately 1,320 meters above sea level. It last erupted in 1951 and is still an active volcano. The beginning of the climb is not too steep but it gets steeper as you go higher. At the top you’ll see some rare plants like the insect-eating pitcher plant. Sandwiches and water will be brought for you for your break at the peak, and a late lunch by the hot springs will be ready when you get down.
Katibawasan Falls Trip (trekking, canyoning, rappelling, and climbing)
First you go trekking to the top of the first pool of Katibawasan Falls (approximately a one hour trek), then you go rappelling, jumping, and sliding down different canyons. On this trip you will see the beautiful nature of Camiguin and enjoy the excitement of rappelling down the small waterfalls. After all the fun, a barbecue will be ready by the falls. A brief lesson on roping will be given before the start of the trip.
Gamefishing here is best from December to August. Camiguin Island is blessed with the availability of local big gamefishing opportunities. Giant trevally (Mamsa), barracuda, and wahoo (tanigue) are found year round. Sailfish can be spotted from March to June and tuna from July to October.
Scuba Diving Courses and Packages
Marine life is very diverse in the dive sites of Camiguin Island. Lava formations, coral gardens, drop-off reefs, steep slopes, walls, sunken sand bars, rare macro critters, schools of fish, pelagic fishes, and shells abound each site. We offer discover scuba diving lessons for those who are interested to dive without paying for a full course.
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