CATARMAN CHURCH RUINS - famous for the name Ruins of Gui-ob Church located in Barangay Bonbon, 16 kilometers from the center of Catarman town. What remains are ruins of adobe walls, belfry and convent that are testimonials to the devastating 1871 earthquake and volcanic eruption which wiped out the illustrious town of Catarman established earlier as a Spanish settlement in 1697.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs
CROSS MARKER AND SUNKEN CEMETERY - 16 kilometers from Catarman proper; a huge cross was installed in 1982 to mark the community cemetery which sunk during the 1871 volcanic holocaust. A fluvial procession, usually organized by the townsfolk of Barangay Bonbon, is held to honor the sunken graves of their forefathers, usually done on the month of November.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
NATURAL
KATIBAWASAN FALLS - 5 kilometers southeast of Mambajao center. The Waterfalls, which measures 256 feet high, cascades to a rock pool surrounded by ground orchids, wild ferns, trees and boulders. Its cold water provides an ideal summer splash to bathers and picnickers.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
TUASAN FALLS - 6 kilometers northwest of Catarman. The trek to the 25 meter high rapid waterfalls entails a very scenic hike passing thru the quaint Barrio Mainit. The falls can be tapped as a mini-hydro power source.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
ARDENT HOT SPRING RESORT - 6 kilometers southwest of Mambajao. The hot spa of the locality is a natural pool of about 400C coming from the bowels of Mt. Hibok-Hibok. Cottages, restaurant, and dormitory facilities are provided to local and foreign tourists. Ideal time for swimming is early morning or late afternoon till night. Due to hot temperature, suggested length of bathing should not be more than 20 minutes. Picnic huts, cook-out facilities and restrooms are put up to cater/accommodate the increasing number of visitors. Dipping in its hot water is the best treatment for any therapeutic ailment because the water contains sulphur, a medicinal element that can cure illness.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
STO. NIÑO COLD SPRING - 12 kilometers north uphill of Catarman proper. The pool measuring 25 m x 40m is 11/2 meter deep with cold spring water sprouting from its sandy bottom. The area has sari-sari stores, picnic huts, cook-out facilities and restrooms for picnickers.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
TANGUB HOT SPRING - 12 kilometers west of Mambajao. A volcanic hot spring by the sea. Water temperature turns to cold, hot and lukewarm as the tide changes to high, low and medium, respectively.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
MOUNT HIBOK-HIBOK - entry is through the base of Barangay Tagdo in Mambajao. It is the only active volcano among the seven others in the island; the 1,250 meters slope is a challenge even to professional climbers as a trek entails skillful maneuvers in loose rocks and boulders. A crater lake and stream serve as outlets in many places at the peak, and a clear view of the entire island and Bohol can be seen on clear days.
OLD VULCAN - 13 kilometers west of Mambajao with a steep drop of 7,080 meters. It is the newest landmark for “PANAAD” (a Holy Week Activity). It is also ideal for trekking. Fourteen (14) Stations of the Cross have been installed along the walkway where each stop commands a panoramic view of the sea. The last station is the sepulcher that is carved out of the volcanic rock.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
WHITE ISLAND - 2 kilometers across Agoho and Yumbing. An uninhabited small white sand bar with picturesque Mt. Hibok-Hibok and Old Vulcan as its backdrop. The Island is ideal for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and shell collecting. A rest haven for fishermen.
Available Transport: Pumpboat
MANTIGUE ISLAND - 3 kilometers off shore from Barangay Hubangon and San Roque in Mahinog. The island has 4 hectares of evergreen forest fringed with white sandy beach. A fishing village and seaweed culture is found in the north side. One side of the beach is shallow with few corals formation, is home to small tropical fishes, pelagic fishes, marine turtles and stingrays which are abundant in this mushroom-like island.
Available Transport: Pumpboat
CABUA-AN BEACH - located at the right side of the old pier of Mambajao. It is the nearest beach in Mambajao proper. Unique corals are found 75 - 100 meters from the shore. Site of the annual “San Juan sa Hibok-Hibok Festival”.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
AGOHAY BEACH - 7 kilometers from Mambajao proper. Located in Barangay Agoho, Mambajao. One of the favorite sandy beaches of the island. Native cottages, multi-purpose building and a restaurant are also available.
Available Transport: Jeepneys and rented vans/multicabs.
DIVE SPOTS
CABU-AN POINT (DIVE SPOT) - located between Guinsiliban and Benoni Ports of Camiguin Island lies a colorful reef, displaying gigantic brightly colored sea fans, branching corals. The pleasant light currents offer relax diving & fun. Cabu-an is accessible by shore entry. Visibility in the area varies from 40 to 120 feet, and is ideal for seasoned underwater photographers and beginners as well.
Available Transport: Pumpboat
JICDUP SHOAL (DIVE SPOT) - lies approximately 2 nautical miles from the shore of Balbagon, Mambajao. The seabed rises forming a shoal about 10 hectares in size. Hosting a variety of aquatic life, it is one of the best dive spots in Camiguin Island. Teeming with fishes of all kinds and sizes and having excellent visibility. It is good for underwater photographers and novice divers as well.
Available Transport: Pumpboat
BURIAS SHOAL (DIVE SPOT) - slightly smaller than Jicdup, Burias is among the favorite spot for high adventure seeking divers. To see schools of jacks, tuna, mackerels and barracudas. A lush, black coral-covered bottom is also one of its treasures. Diving here is tricky because the current can be strong, but the effort spent fighting against such current will be worth the excitement.
Available Transport: Pumpboat
OLD VOLCANO DIVE SITE - A unique underwater lava formation that rises from the depths of more than 80 feet from the bottom forming a series of pinnacles is the main attraction here. The coral-covered molten rocks are surrounded by tropical fishes such as anthias, clown fish damsels, and the like. Hug jacks and napoleon wrasses occassionally patrol these areas in search for food.
Available Transport: Pumpboat
SUNKEN CEMETERY (DIVE SITE) - lying 20 feet underwater in front of barrio Bonbon, Catarman, lies the sunken cemetery, the remains of the past volcano eruption. Coral- encrusted tombstone can still be explored by snorkellers and scuba divers.
Available Transport: Pumpboat
SPECIAL INTERESTS
1. Scuba Diving and Snorkelling - Sunken Cemetery, Jigdup Shoal & Burias Shoal
2. Mountain Climbing - Mt. Hibok-hibok, Old Vulcan Tres Marias, Guinsiliban Peak and Timpo-ong
3. Rapelling - Katibawasan Falls
4. Squid Fishing Tour
5. Giant Clams Ocean Nursery Kantaan, Guinsiliban
Contact