THE BEAUTIFUL TOURIST SPOTS IN VALENCIA CITY BUKIDNON
1. Enjoy nature at Kimatahay Falls
Located 380 m (1,246 ft) from an intersection between the Tandacol, Manupali, and Maagnao Rivers, Kimatahay Falls showcases the serene beauty of nature that will leave you mesmerized. The natural waters of this Valencia City tourist spot are clean and invite all travelers to take a dip and cool off, especially after taking a long trek to reach the falls.
No roads, no cars, no city noise; Kimatahay Falls invite its travelers to simply relax and take in the fresh forest air while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.
Kimatahay Falls
Address: Sitio Rancho, Barangay, Valencia City, Bukidnon
Opening hours: 5am - 5pm (daily)
2. Experience Jocel's Garden's countryside hospitality
Located in the heart of the city, Jocel’s Garden aims to be a unique countryside retreat for its guests. This Valencia City tourist attraction offers a multi-function hall to be rented and is an ideal place to hold meetings, formal events, and special occasions, The hall is air-conditioned and can accommodate up to 100 people. There is also a coffee and food shop available if you’re in the mood for some good food.
This attraction also has accommodations; if you want to extend your enjoyment and stay the night, Jocel’s Garden has rooms available for you.
Jocel's Garden
Address: Sayre Hwy, Valencia City, 8709 Bukidnon
3. Find serenity while floating in Lake Apo
Lake Apo is the most well-known attraction of Valencia City. Found in the crater of an extinct volcano, it is recognized as the cleanest lake within the region. You can reach this destination by taking a habal-habal (passenger motorcycle) ride from the city proper here. Swimming, kayaking, horseback riding, fishing, and camping are some of the activities offered in Lake Apo. Visitors can also simply spend an idyllic moment just staying in one of the floating cottages. Surrounding the body of water are verdant hills, completing the beautiful countryside view within the area. The cool air, plus the beautiful setting and the still surroundings makes this a great spot for those who are soul searching, or simply just want to enjoy a quiet and restful environment. Accommodations can be provided, however, do bring your own food here.
Lake Apo
Address: Sitio Lawa, Barangay Guinoyoran, Valencia City, Bukidnon
Price: from 3,500 PHP (70 USD) for a group tour for 15 pax; accommodations start at 1,100 PHP (22 USD) per person per night
Access: Take a habal-habal from the Panadero Bakeshoppe at Guinoyoran Road. The fare is 60 PHP (1.20 USD) per person
Contact: +63 9773983652/+63 9069335309/+63 9751525309
. Chase after waterfalls
Valencia City is also home to other waterfalls aside from Malingon. One of the biggest in the city is Kimhatay Falls, which has overhanging chandelier-like rock formations. The pool formed by the waterfalls is pretty shallow, making it a good swimming spot. Laligan Falls, on the other hand, is a four-tiered waterfall found within a forested area. The water that flows from here irrigates the rice paddies at the lowland areas. Valencia City is also home to Sagumata Falls and Tagolanao Falls. As an important note, the trails going to these falls can get pretty rough, especially during rainy season, so wear shoes appropriate for trekking. Those who have health problems will also need to carefully consider if they are fit enough to hike to these destinations.
Laligan Falls
Address: Barangay Laligan, Valencia City, Bukidnon
Access: From the city proper, take a habal-habal ride to Barangay Laligan (the fare costs 25 PHP or .50 USD). From the Laligan Terminal, take another habal-habal to bring you to the dam (the same fare rates apply)
4. Chase after waterfalls
Valencia City is also home to other waterfalls aside from Malingon. One of the biggest in the city is Kimhatay Falls, which has overhanging chandelier-like rock formations. The pool formed by the waterfalls is pretty shallow, making it a good swimming spot. Laligan Falls, on the other hand, is a four-tiered waterfall found within a forested area. The water that flows from here irrigates the rice paddies at the lowland areas. Valencia City is also home to Sagumata Falls and Tagolanao Falls. As an important note, the trails going to these falls can get pretty rough, especially during rainy season, so wear shoes appropriate for trekking. Those who have health problems will also need to carefully consider if they are fit enough to hike to these destinations.
Laligan Falls
Address: Barangay Laligan, Valencia City, Bukidnon
Access: From the city proper, take a habal-habal ride to Barangay Laligan (the fare costs 25 PHP or .50 USD). From the Laligan Terminal, take another habal-habal to bring you to the dam (the same fare rates apply)