Hulugan Falls: A Hidden Gem of Luisiana, Laguna

The Majestic Hulugan Falls

Chasing waterfalls is always interesting. Looking for an easy trek, we visited Hulugan Falls in Luisiana, Laguna. It is really great to have an easy-go-lucky travel buddies. One Friday afternoon, I saw a post from the net and I showed them the picture that made them eager for a new adventure. Giving them the idea that it can be a day trek, we decided right away to visit the falls the coming Sunday! 

Sunday morning after training from dragon boat, we headed directly to bus terminal. In order for us to catch the early trip, we took-out our breakfast and have it inside the bus. We are all happy and excited to trek for a hidden gem in the south of Manila. 

This way to Hulugan Falls.

It was an easy road trip. Tourists are required pay for the environmental fee of Php 10.00. You may choose to have a tour guide and haggle for the price. Funny how we met nice people who offered especial ride for us to the registration area. Imagine a big 4-wheel truck just carrying the five of us at the back standing felt like we were pigs and cows (haha). That experience was so memorable and we just paid 20.00 pesos each!  

The trek consists of rock and soft soil. Include a muddy area before crossing the river that made the trek more challenging. Be careful to take the long and winding trail down because it is really steep and slippery. It might be muddy during rainy season so I suggest wear your trekking shoes. 

"the falls taken a few meters away"

It was a new experience visiting a falls wherein you walk on top before you can head down to the basin. That was an "up and under" trekking experience. I think the water comes from the muddy areas of the mountains that made it unclear unlike any other falls that I have visited. 

We enjoyed our "baon". You just can't resist extra rice after a long and winding uphill and downhill trek. We enjoyed taking pictures. We also took the opportunity to get wet on the not so clear water. We were also lucky to witness rainbows under the falls. 

The falls breeze is so hard that can even reach the mini-cave area where we took our lunch. The view from the mini-cave is spectacular. Cool enough to freeze some minutes and enjoy the beauty of Hulugan Falls. 

"the mini-cave"

"Your blogger, Lauvee, Mel, Je and Maui"

This was another memorable trip for the five of us. I am always looking forward for more places to visit with these colleagues. They always made my travels more memorable and enjoyable. So if you want an interesting and easy-day chasing waterfalls, visit Hulugan Falls with your friends for a new adventure.  

"rainbow on our background"

HOW TO GET HERE:

There are plenty of bus companies that will take you to Sta. Cruz, Laguna. You can ride either JAC Liner or DLTB along Taft Ave. Manila cor Gil Puyat Ave. Take a jeep going to Brgy. San Salvador in Luisiana (you can ask locals for the jeep terminal). Tell the driver you will be going to Hulugan Falls. Drop off point is along highway so you have nothing to worry and travel time will take more or less than 30 minutes. 

Weekend Chill in Caliraya Resort Club, Lumban, Laguna

Sto. Niño de Cebu Parish Church: Biñan, Laguna

Sto. Niño de Cebu Parish was a small church built in 1984 by the Augustinian Friars. The church was built in 1988 under Rev. Fr. Pechayco, OSA. The church was reconstructed in 2002 under Rev. Fr. Edgar Polotan, OSA. That same year, the Altar Retablo was built. The church bell towers, fountain, jubilee door and parking lot was built under Rev. Fr. Dannie Dagsaan, OSA, who until now is the Parish Priest. 

Well, I have been to Splash Island a couple of times but never had a chance to visit this church not until my friend, Mary Engelee, got married. I made sure that I will attend the wedding of my friend not just to witness her getting married but also to finally visit this wonderful church. I will only share some of the pictures I have taken during the wedding ceremony. So here we go...

here comes the bride

closer look at the altar

Off-course, every event will not be complete without taking sooooo many pictures. So many pictures we took but then I need to choose few that I liked most haha. Admittedly, I got to shed some tears of happiness for my friend finally tying the knot to Pao. They look good as couple. After all 9 years in being a relationship will not lasts if they were not meant for each other. "Sarap lang ma-inlove." Two in one mission accomplished!

posing with the newlywed couple

singafive friends

Enchanted Kingdom: Sta. Rosa City, Laguna

Last stop for the field trip is Enchanted Kingdom! Oh yes, I am definitely lucky to join the field trip of my niece that is because it was my first time to visit this theme park. Off course, I enjoyed the place with her, strolling here and there. Playing with her and enjoying rides which she wanted to try. I am there to support her so she will be able to enjoy the trip. If only I was with my colleagues at my age then definitely I will try all the rides. Haha! Enchanted brings a new experience. 

With my cousin and niece. :)

We also had a great time watching a Christmas show presented by great performers, Enchante. There we got time to take a rest for an hour before hitting some other rides. My niece was amazed on the show. Well I can say that their performance was great. The show was great and it is recommended for families especially those who got kids with them.

Chilling with Enchante, white clothes pls!!! Haha

I also had a great time playing inside the theme park. So happy when I got a stuffed toy, I named it "Arf-Arf" Haha... off course, I played it once again so that my niece will also have one. She named it Maxene. That was a great experience to cherish. New places for new experiences. 

This is what I've got... Arf Arf and Maxene

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