Aguinid Falls
Aguinid Falls
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- Bb JosephineCebu City, Philippines6 contributionsMust Visit and TryWent for a quick visit here and it was truly the highlight of our Day! There is an Entrance Fee of Php 300 per Persons (inclusive of Entrance Fee, Environmental Fees, Guide Fees and Safety Gears (shoes and helmet) and I think it was worth the price. The falls was until 8th Level and I can say each level was a true combination of adventure and beauty. Our Guides (Kuya Mark and Ate Cora) were very friendly and supportive.Visited January 2020Written January 28, 2020
- ckwong1 contributionFrightening but exhilarating experienceI really would not have gone to the Falls if I had known I would have to climb up 8 levels of waterfalls by clutching the walls like spider man with the water cascading downwards with no option of stopping once the climb begins at the 1st level. I am 75 years old and my wife 68 years. There is no harness to hold you back shd you topple backwards. Only one guide to pull you up and one below you push u up. But one cannot stop because climbing downwards is impossible. you just have to keep climbing up. There are small grooves chiselled into the wall for your hand and feet to clutch or step in. I was praying like crazy for God to lift me up. Just keep climbing to get to the top and get out. Praying very hard for my wife too because she is not into sports at all. But we made it to the 8th level. I must say it was dangerous looking back but some sort of achievement having done it .It was exhilarating but frightening. A once in a lifetime experience. Excellent xperience because we made it alive. But I wont do it again.Visited June 2023Traveled with familyWritten June 20, 2023
- Paula V1 contributionA lovely and quiet tourist spot perfect for an introvert like me!It's not as touristy as other waterfalls for sure but for an introverted office worker like me, the Aguinid Falls course is just right. I loved being among the quiet lush greenery. I'm always in the city so to see greenery instead of buildings and cars was very refreshing. Initially, I was a bit apprehensive because it does not look very impressive in the photos, but surprisingly I had a very good time! The course was a little bit hard for a weakling like me (I really do not get enough exercise) but not hard enough to make me want to quit halfway. The guides are very friendly and helpful. They don't demand you to tip but my friends and i gave my guides 400 pesos each.. thank you for ensuring our safety. I don't go out a lot so I was a little scared about the course. They always helped me when I needed help in carrying my weight. Thank you csp for the ride there.. we appreciate the free towels (I forgot to bring my own) and also the go pros because we don't have any of those at home. Next time, I will bring my own waterproof bag.. my phone almost got wet.Visited March 2022Written March 29, 2022
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ckwong
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Family
I really would not have gone to the Falls if I had known I would have to climb up 8 levels of waterfalls by clutching the walls like spider man with the water cascading downwards with no option of stopping once the climb begins at the 1st level. I am 75 years old and my wife 68 years. There is no harness to hold you back shd you topple backwards. Only one guide to pull you up and one below you push u up. But one cannot stop because climbing downwards is impossible. you just have to keep climbing up. There are small grooves chiselled into the wall for your hand and feet to clutch or step in. I was praying like crazy for God to lift me up. Just keep climbing to get to the top and get out. Praying very hard for my wife too because she is not into sports at all. But we made it to the 8th level. I must say it was dangerous looking back but some sort of achievement having done it .It was exhilarating but frightening. A once in a lifetime experience. Excellent xperience because we made it alive. But I wont do it again.
Written 20 June 2023
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Bob W
4 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Had an amazing time climbing these waterfalls with the guides. The guides were conscientious and made sure we were safe and having fun. The waterfalls were beautiful and the pools were so refreshing! We surprised ourselves reaching the 8th level with their help as we are both in our late 50’s and only moderately active (but we love adventures!!). Highly recommend this activity
Written 16 June 2023
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Bee A
Warrington, UK43 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
Highly recommend. Thrill seekers will love it but not just that, I’m the biggest coward yet I loved it. Please do it. It’s scary but honestly so fun.
Written 1 April 2023
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Paula V
1 contribution
Mar 2022
It's not as touristy as other waterfalls for sure but for an introverted office worker like me, the Aguinid Falls course is just right. I loved being among the quiet lush greenery. I'm always in the city so to see greenery instead of buildings and cars was very refreshing.
Initially, I was a bit apprehensive because it does not look very impressive in the photos, but surprisingly I had a very good time! The course was a little bit hard for a weakling like me (I really do not get enough exercise) but not hard enough to make me want to quit halfway.
The guides are very friendly and helpful. They don't demand you to tip but my friends and i gave my guides 400 pesos each.. thank you for ensuring our safety. I don't go out a lot so I was a little scared about the course. They always helped me when I needed help in carrying my weight.
Thank you csp for the ride there.. we appreciate the free towels (I forgot to bring my own) and also the go pros because we don't have any of those at home.
Next time, I will bring my own waterproof bag.. my phone almost got wet.
Initially, I was a bit apprehensive because it does not look very impressive in the photos, but surprisingly I had a very good time! The course was a little bit hard for a weakling like me (I really do not get enough exercise) but not hard enough to make me want to quit halfway.
The guides are very friendly and helpful. They don't demand you to tip but my friends and i gave my guides 400 pesos each.. thank you for ensuring our safety. I don't go out a lot so I was a little scared about the course. They always helped me when I needed help in carrying my weight.
Thank you csp for the ride there.. we appreciate the free towels (I forgot to bring my own) and also the go pros because we don't have any of those at home.
Next time, I will bring my own waterproof bag.. my phone almost got wet.
Written 29 March 2022
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Bb Josephine
Cebu City, Philippines6 contributions
Jan 2020
Went for a quick visit here and it was truly the highlight of our Day! There is an Entrance Fee of Php 300 per Persons (inclusive of Entrance Fee, Environmental Fees, Guide Fees and Safety Gears (shoes and helmet) and I think it was worth the price. The falls was until 8th Level and I can say each level was a true combination of adventure and beauty. Our Guides (Kuya Mark and Ate Cora) were very friendly and supportive.
Written 28 January 2020
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Cesar G
Toronto, Ontario, Canada12 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
This is our second time to visit Aguinid falls. After swimming with the whale sharks, we went to the falls. First we had lunch at the entrance site where they cooked our meal. It was delicious! P1,200 for 4 main dishes with rice and coconut water. There were leftovers in our group of 5.
Compared to last year(Jan. 2019), the entrance fee jumped from P60 to 300. There was no required guide last year and no shoes and helmet. Appreciated the shoes as the rocks can be slippery and the ground uneven.
This time, there are 8 levels compared to 5 last year. Our guide Andrew is very friendly and helpful. The place itself is still beautiful. But there is less water and some areas are without water. Last year, the water current and the falls were spectacular! Was told there was drought all year?
Enjoyed the rock climbing part with and w/o rope. I thought it was more fun last year. Maybe it was because it was our first time?
Compared to last year(Jan. 2019), the entrance fee jumped from P60 to 300. There was no required guide last year and no shoes and helmet. Appreciated the shoes as the rocks can be slippery and the ground uneven.
This time, there are 8 levels compared to 5 last year. Our guide Andrew is very friendly and helpful. The place itself is still beautiful. But there is less water and some areas are without water. Last year, the water current and the falls were spectacular! Was told there was drought all year?
Enjoyed the rock climbing part with and w/o rope. I thought it was more fun last year. Maybe it was because it was our first time?
Written 21 January 2020
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Gusts L
2 contributions
Dec 2019
It was very beautiful. After diving and visiting cities it was a breath of fresh air. You will have to guides assigned to you. We were 4 persons, me my wife and our two children. 16 and 13 years old. We were able to climb all the levels of the waterfall. Price was 300 pesos per person. Plus after we gave100 pesos tip to the guide. Both guides help you to get up at more technical places.
Written 23 December 2019
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Neal O
Alfonso, Philippines5 contributions
Dec 2019
We went as a couple and had an amazing adventure here. The pair of us were new to waterfalls and the falls were just perfect for non-climbers. A real adventure. What we would have done without are two excellent guides I don’t know, Carlos and his cousin lead us with expert and got this 61 year old and partner up the 8 levels with great care.
Thoroughly recommended for the adventurous first timer. A waterproof camera would be a good extra as the scenery here is breathtaking.
Thoroughly recommended for the adventurous first timer. A waterproof camera would be a good extra as the scenery here is breathtaking.
Written 17 December 2019
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Annakristin147
Cologne, Germany2 contributions
Nov 2019
Highly recommend- the guides are very helpful and it was an amazing experience. There are 9 levels you can pass and each is unique and refreshing. The guides take amazing pictures of you and help you to bring your bags safe and dry to the other side. So far best experience for waterfalls
Written 19 November 2019
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Len
4 contributions
Oct 2019
Completely disorganized operation, and blame can lie with the employees who work here, and I assume their government superiors. Rude to customers, did not provide adequate information on the falls. Way over priced for what you get. I would not recommend as there are far better waterfalls to visit in the area.
Written 10 November 2019
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Leandroqueiroz
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
In January and February the waterfall is full of pools?
maelove21
Diamond Bar, CA16 contributions
Is there any way to get to this place WITHOUT TAKING A MOTORCYCLE?thank yo
Andrew
Bronte, Australia54 contributions
We took the Ceres buses all through Cebu
They pick up and stop wherever you want.
If coming from Oslob direction you need to change but this is easy and very regular. We waited a maximum of 10 minutes for each bus
The waterfall is a short walk from the road .
The falls are outstanding and well worth the extra effort
Hi,
I would like to know if there's any direct bus going from Dalaguete ( after completing Osmena mountain) to Aguinid falls (Sanboan) ?
or
must I take the bus from Dalaguete to Oslob first then take a habal-habal/ motorcycle ride to Aguinid falls ?
Meera S
1 contribution
How do I book a tour
Global684719
Toronto, Canada4 contributions
oh sorry i dont know how to book my family of 8 just walk-in around 9 am and they got us 2 tour guide. So booking in advance is not necessarily. Your transportation ( car) though should be schedule to make sure your trip is smooth i dont see bus or car on that place.
byahetayonay
Metro Manila, Philippines19 contributions
how to get to aguinid from samboan highway
byahetayonay
Metro Manila, Philippines19 contributions
how to get to aguinid from samboan highway
jmSamai
20 contributions
Aguinid Falls is a few minutes walk from the highway. If you're facing South then the area of the falls would be on your right side. There is a huge signage in the highway. And also, there will be tourist guides in the area. It is required to have two tourist guide to assist you in traversing the different levels of the falls.
Enjoy :)
Jherian A
Cebu City, Philippines3 contributions
What is the contact number for aguinid falls staff
Is Tumalog and Aguinid falls nearby? Any suggestions which falls i should go first and how? Tq
Dokalma
25 contributions
These two are not near each other about 30min drive. In tumalog, u can swim longer coz there s enough space for swimming compared to Aguinid. In both,u do hiking, but adventure s far better in Aguinid.much better to go there n slow days so that u can enjoy better.
sonia028CebuCity
Cebu City16 contributions
Is there a place where we can stay that is near Aguinid Falls?
blubottarsier
Bacolod, Philippines4 contributions
Yup... there's Milken's Aguinid Falls Homestay, just a few steps away. They've got two nice rooms and food available, too.
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