Animal Kingdom Foundation Rescue and Rehabilitation Center (Dog Shelter)
Location Brgy. Cub-Cub, Capas, Tarlac
Description: The AKF Dog Shelter in a 2.5 ha. haven for the once slaughter-bound Philippine native dogs. It is the largest animal shelter in the country where not only beautiful white beaches, sumptuous dishes and mouth watering fruits are abundant but also cute, wonderful and loving creatures abound. This animal shelter is built for native dogs rescued from the dog-meat trade. Officially commissioned in July 2006, the shelter now (2008) houses more than 300 dogs. It is complete with veterinary medical facilities and other essential amenities necessary for the dogs' welfare. More importantly, it is the only animal shelter in the country with its own Quarantine area. The shelter is accredited by the Bureau of Animal Industry (Department of Agriculture) and now offers an adoption scheme for interested animal-loving individuals. For further details, pls contact Animal Kingdom Foundation, Inc., c/o Dinsay, Vargas and Caguioa Law Office, 11th Floor, Heart Tower, Valero St., Legaspi Village, Makati, Manila. Send donations through bank: Animal Kingdom Foundation, Inc. Saving Account Number: 1046-00836-4, RCBC Savings Bank, Tomas Morato Branch, 169 Tomas Morato cor Scout Castor St., Quezon City, Philippines 1100 or email: [email protected] website: www.animalkingdomfoundation.org
Mt. Pinatubo Wellness Spa
Location Capas, Tarlac
Address Brgy. Sta. Juliana, Capas
DESCRIPTION A fascinating oasis amidst a picturesque pastoral environment framed by rolling hills and mountain ranges, this new product in health tourism offers a first-of-a-kind model in fitness therapy and wellbeing: from a relaxing body wrap on sulfur-laden hot volcanic sand, to a revitalizing dip in a thermal bath and foot spa, and finally to a soothing Shiatzu body work in a 100-pax capacity massage parlor - all made possible after a day's sweltering trek to Mt. Pinatubo. The wellness center also serves Korean/native cuisine cum grillery in a 200-seat capacity open-air restaurant plus a souvenir shop and soda fountain serving health products to the intrepid explorer. PINATUBO TREK: Trek to the crater of the world-famous Mt. Pinatubo. Spectacular views, towering lahar canyons, cool mountain springs and cascading waterfalls make that trip up the volcano an experience to remember. Drive on board an all-weather vehicle for one hour, disembark and trek for maximum of two hours to the crater, view the tranquil yet majestic 2.5-km crater-lake. Or bathe yourself in any of the six sulfur-filled thermal pools at Sitio Tarukan. Cap your day with a generous fishing expedition at Tambo Lake before proceeding to the wellness spa. HOW TO GET THERE: From Manila drive towards the North Luzon Expressway to Sta. Ines toll plaza in Mabalacat, Pampanga. Take the MacArthur Hwy towards north up to Capas, Tarlac. From the Capas town market, turn left to Brgy Sto. Rosario and follow a 22-km backcountry road to your final destination in Brgy. Sta. Juliana. PINATUBO TREK CUM SPA (all in one package) Rates: US$ 25/pax (includes 4 x 4 ride, trek to the crater or dip in hot sulphur spring pools in Tarukan, foot spa, thermal bath and lunch); additional US$ 10 (hot sand bath) and US$ 10 (Shiatzu massage) or a total of US$45-50 per person (all inclusive). Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Accreditation Not accredited
For information on Pinatubo Wellness Spa,
Contact Information: Capas Tourism Office, Tel. No. (63 45) 925-0154/925-0112 loc 109 (Tourism) loc 124 (Office of the Mayor) or Telefax (63 45) 925-0408 (Direct Line to Office of the Mayor) Attn: Marissa Vidal (Capas Municipal Tourism Officer) Mobile 0918-285-3019 or emial: [email protected].
For renting all-weather vehicle, call Edwin Manalang (Angeles City), Mobile No. 0910-722-7575 or Jude Lenon (Sta. Juliana), Mobile No. 0920-803-5647/0920-576-2769 or call Wendell Mercado (Sta. Juliana), Mobile No. 0919-608-4313 or 0921-587-6291.
For information on P.D.C. Spa Town (Pull Travel Destination Corp.), call Tel. No. (63 45) 615-0454 (Admin office) or Website: www.mtpinatubotour.com. Also call Alejo Marquez, mobile 0910-980-7609 and Lydia de Guzman, mobile 0909-759-1300 for details.
Whitewater Kayaking
San Jose, Tarlac
Explore the breathtaking landscapes of San Jose, Tarlac while having the adventure of a lifetime in an inflatable kayak. As you paddle down the incredible rivers, you will be immersed in nature, surrounded by mountains, and face to face with wildlife. Class 1 & 2 rapids the whole family will enjoy. Price / person is P1,800 inclusive of transfers, organic meal and merienda. For inquiries, contact Rapid Stream Ecotours, Mobile 0917-598-2000 email [email protected]
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