Dingalan is one of the rustic towns that dot the beautiful island of Aurora. Located in the southernmost town of Aurora Province, it is known for white beach resorts, caves and huge rock formations. Nature lovers and adventurers will definitely enjoy Dingalan. The rough shoreline and very high waves of Dingalan makes it attractive to surfers. The Rocks of Dingalan are certainly perfect for climbers. It has a number of caves, such as the renowned, Lamao Cave which are perfect for spelunkers enthusiasts. Dingalan Bay View Site offers a scenic spot while White Beach is also an excellent spot for water sports like diving with its shore-length reef and various off-shore coral formations.

Rocks of Dingalan are large boulders of black igneous rock litter the mountainside all the way from the borders of the province, despite the absence of volcanoes in the area. These rocks are located in Barangay Tanawan. Some local residents suggest that the rocks must date back to prehistoric times, since they've been there as long as the residents' ancestors could remember.

Lamao Caves is a dozen caves along the seaside cliff of Paltic constantly pounded by Pacific Ocean waves. A few mini-beaches serve as docking points for bancas and during the calmer months of April to June, one can maneuver a small banca inside the caves. Aside from a small waterfall that trickles outside one of the caves, the site would seem deceptively ordinary.

A close inspection inside one of the caves, however, reveals a delightful natural waterfall gushing from an underground stream. Another cave showers water, giving the impression of an indoor rainstorm. The shore facing the cave steeply descends and is immediately immersed in the deep sea. Rare marine life such as giant turtles and some sharks patrol the area. Local fishermen have spotted more interesting undersea life along the coral reefs a few hundred meters southeast of the caves. The hills that encompass the north and south of the cliff show well-groomed grassland continually caressed by the sea breeze.

Paltic Falls (IFRC Nursery) is used to raise hardwood for replanting logged areas. Trees such as narra, kamagong, mahogany, kapok, yantoc and others are planted in small plastic bags and lined up underneath larger trees that provide shade and moisture to the young trees. Not far from this nursery is a stream that leads to two falls, one about 15 feet high and the other about 20 feet high. The falls, approximately 50 meters apart, form pools that are perfect for swimming or relaxing after a poolside picnic

Dingalan Bay View Site or sometimes called as "Tanawan" is a place is means view site gives a breathtaking view of the town proper and the blue bay of Dingalan. Upon approaching the border of Dingalan and Nueva Ecija, one could pass through an area sloping upwards and its peak is the Dingalan Bay view site

Dingalan White Beach is a two-kilometer long beach which has numerous shells and corals scattered along the entire length of its southern half, which is approximately a kilometer long. It is suitable for scuba diving because of the rich diversity of marine life in its waters.

Lipit Picnic Area is in the upstream portion of Ibona River. It is an attractive place for family gatherings and picnic during weekends.

Sea Ranch, located at Cabog in Barangay Matawe, was once a favorite tourist destination but was closed in 1980s and then handed over to the Matawe Cooperative after falling into the coverage of CARP. Now it regains its beauty and tourists from different parts of the country.

The town has its own shares of system of waterfalls that gives much pleasure to every tourist.

• Approximately 98 feet in heights, nature lovers will surely enjoy the fresh and cool water of Abungan Falls located at Barangay Ibona which embrace the beauty of nature.
• Get in touch with the beauty of nature as you embrace Tabi Falls, an attractive place for family picnic especially during weekends where they can also enjoy hiking.
• Laktas Falls is an ideal place for group gatherings and picnics because of its wide swimming area. It is a perfect hideaway for families and friends who want private and quiet place and at the same time enjoy nature.
• A two hour trekking from the town proper, Iyapit Falls has various baby falls that nature lovers will surely enjoy. You can embrace nature as you enjoy each step feeling being one with nature.
• Experience the nature’s beauty and dip in the cool refreshing splash of Tanawan Falls that you will truly enjoy.

So why visit Dingalan? A tour in this slice of paradise will definitely leave an impression to every visitor.

How to Get There

Aurora Province can be reached via the SOUTH EAST ASIAN AIRLINES (SEAIR), which flies Manila-Baler-Manila on Special Trip only. Flying time is approximately 50 minutes. Provincial Buses and Vans-for-rent stationed at the Cabanatuan Central Terminal offer daily trips to Dingalan, Baler and Dilasag. Travel time is 2 hours, 4 hours and 8 hours respectively.

Getting Around

One can take a bus, jeepney or a rented van to navigate the province’s nature and culture destinations. For short distance travel, the ubiquitous tricycle is an inexpensive and practical alternative. Motor boats can be rented from the local fisher folks for bay tours and diving sessions.

A host of tourist facilities can be found in the capital town of Baler, most of which offer standard rooms and food service. During peak seasons, several private residences make their extra rooms available to tourist. Camping is also an option.

• AMCO BEACH RESORT – Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
• BAHIA DE BALER GARDEN RESORT & RESTAURANT I – Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
• BAHIA DE BALER II - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
• BAY’S INN - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
• AMIHAN APLAYA LODGE - 103 Bgy Sabang Baler, Aurora
• KAHEA’S LODGE - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
• MM LODGE - Bgy. Sabang Baler, Aurora
• MORENO LODGE & RESTAURANT - Near New Public Market, Bgy. Suklayin Baler, Aurora
• CARLITO’S INN - P. T. Ong St., Brgy. Suklayin, Baler, Aurora
• ISLA VIRGINIA RESORT - Brgy. Sabang, Baler, Aurora