Minalungao National Park
is now becoming one of the top eco-tourist destinations in Nueva Ecija. With
its emerald cold water especially during summertime, and the meter high karst formations, nature lovers will
surely be enchanted by the beauty of this place. This is also a place, where
you can relax your body and mind from the busy city, with its beautiful and
breath taking natural sceneries.
There are variety of
things to do in Minalungao National Park. Many outdoor activities have been
designed to promote the tourism in the area and also for the tourist to enjoy
their precious time.
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(1) Bamboo Rafting - First
on the list is bamboo rafting. Bamboo rafts (or balsa in vernacular) can be rented
from 500 to 800 pesos depending on its size. It is for one day, so you can
enjoy bamboo rafting for one whole day thru Peñaranda River flanked by
limestone cliffs. There are also floating Nipa Hut available for rent if you
want to eat above the river.
(2) Cliff Diving - This
is offered for free but be careful on choosing the cliff to dive. There may be waters with
deep and shallow part. So it is highly advised to ask your tour guide for the
best site for cliff diving.
(3) Trekking/hiking - You
can try going to the Grotto with the huge tiled Cross. The trek includes
crossing the hanging bridge and climbing the cemented stairs with 1000 steps.
It will take about an hour to reach the summit where the cross is located. Cave
exploration can also be fun. With the tour guide, you can visit inside the
caves with the glimmering stalactites and stalagmites. Another thing to expect
inside the cave is that there are a small number of bats living inside it.
(4) Zipline - The zipline
costs 150 pesos(two-way). It is a worth to try to experience the breath taking
view from above.
(5) Swimming - And
lastly, swimming though for free is just one good experience to try in the cold
and refreshing water of the Peñaranda river.
Situated at the foothills of Sierra Madre
Mountain Range, Minalungao National park is about 4 hours north of Manila. If
you are coming from Manila, ride a bus bound to Cabanatuan City and get off to Bucana,
Gapan City. From Gapan City, you can ride the jeepney going to General Tinio.
Then hire a tricycle to get you to Minalungao National Park. Fare is about 50 pesos
per head. Or you can also hire a tricycle directly from Gapan City to
Minalungao National Park. This may amount from 500 to 600 pesos and will take up
to 1 and a half hours of travel to reach
the park.
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