Usually occasions from expertise of chasing waterfalls, a number of the most majestic falls comes after an arduous journey. That’s why it was fairly a delight to find the Kambal Busay Falls and Hidden Falls in Bulusan, Sorsogon. Probably the most accessible falls I’ve been to but it surely retains its pristine magnificence and developed with care.
Zoe’s Resort and Ecopark
Our drive alongside a winding highway led us to the slopes of Mt Bulusan in Sorsogon to go to Zoe’s Resort and Ecopark. Inside it’s lush environ and filth roads is an eco park with man-made swimming pools and pure sights. Our van navigated its method to the resort’s parking space passing by a number of “quotes” and “signages” reminding us to get pleasure from nature in a witty vogue.
As quickly as we alighted our vans, we gathered beneath a cover of bushes and was greeted by our information to temporary us on our go to. There are three waterfalls within the park: Kambal Busay Falls, Hidden Falls and Hulugan Falls. We had been solely visiting the primary two falls as it’s the most accessible and what our time solely permits. The Hulugan falls is on one other path and would require time for a hike.
Kambal Busay Falls
Since we’ve got restricted time, we instantly made our method to the primary falls, Kambal Busay Falls. In Google Maps, this was additionally referred to as Malungoy-lungoy Falls. A set of 160-step stairs results in what appeared to be carved out pathway in conjunction with the gorge to make this falls simply accessible. It took solely round 10 minutes to rigorously descend the steps to see this lovely falls framed naturally by surrounding vegetations.
It’s one picturesque falls with attractive cascades and swimmable space on the aspect. If we had extra time, I might loved taking a dip right here or showering beneath the falls. The world is clearly nonetheless being developed. The viewing space appears like an amphitheater. I simply hope they maintain the event minimal and never cement your entire space.
Hidden Falls
Persevering with to the place the stream flows is the Hidden Falls. Only a quick stroll alongside the stream, previous rocks and flowing river is a slender gorge. Semi-concealed is the falls. I wasn’t in a position to get actually near it given the quick time. I may see the pour of the falls from the far. I simply loved photographing the cascades coming from cavern for now.
Extra Eco-adventures
These waterfalls had been a nice shock. I didn’t count on them to be as great being so accessible. I want we had seen the farther Hulugan Falls, however that might be a cause to return right here. It might be good to remain at this resort for the entire day. There are swimming pools and ATV rides. I’m positive I might be capable of spot some birds right here too. I might positively return given the possibility.
Park Charges & Charges
Entrance charge (contains entry to swimming swimming pools) | • Grownup – P150 • Seniors and PWDs – P120 • Kids – P100 |
Actions | Information charge for trekking: P350 for 10 folks |
ATV experience to waterfalls: P150 per quarter-hour | |
Tractor experience to waterfalls: P50 per particular person |
Resort Services
Apart from the three waterfalls, there are services guests can get pleasure from within the resort. The park is open from 6AM to 6PM solely. No in a single day lodging out there.
- Two out of doors swimming pools (chilly spring and the “Bloody Pool”)
- Scad Kapehan alfresco cafeteria
- Sari-sari retailer
- Open cottages for lease starting from P350 to P2,000 relying on dimension and capability
The right way to get right here
Zoe’s Resort and Ecopark is situated in San Roque, Bulusan, Sorsogon.
Through commute:
- From Sorsogon Metropolis, experience an Irosin-bound jeep then take a tricycle straight to Zoe’s Resort
- Trip a jeep to Bulusan and requested to be dropped off at baranggay San Roque. Trip a blue tricycle to the resort
Through personal transport
- Key in at Waze or Google Maps and observe instructions.
Important Information
Zoe’s Resort and Ecopark
San Roque, Bulusan, Sorsogon
Cell: 0948.620.7196
e mail: [email protected]
Fb: /Zoesresortt
Instagram: @zoesresort
Ferdz Decena is an award-winning journey photographer, author and blogger. His works has discovered print in publications akin to Singapore Airways’s Silver Kris, Philippine Airways’ Mabuhay, Cebu Pacific’s Smile and Seair InFlight. He has additionally lent his experience to numerous organizations just like the Oceana Philippines, Lopez Group Basis, Save the Kids and World Imaginative and prescient, contributing high quality photographs for his or her advertising and marketing supplies.