The best pleasure, relief, and pride are always found at the end of the road. For many adventurers who want a different trekking experience and an appreciation of waterfalls, the province of Compostela Valley has a lot to offer. It possesses different mountains which gives a breathtaking view of nature and an escapade that many explorer crave to experience.

The Journey to Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak: What to Do

1.    Trek the Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak
One of the regions’s newly discovered eco-tourism destinations, Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak is one of the best hiking spots that enable tourists to discover the hidden treasures within the province. Located at the heart of New Bataan, the mountain is 4,055 feet above sea level and home to the 230-foott Malumagpak Falls. The trek is a tough adventure yet a thrilling experience as you embrace the peak.

2.    Join the Malumagpak Challenge
Another interesting thing about the mountain is that it is a venue for the Malumagpak Challenge. It is a mountain climbing challenge in the town, usually held in the second half of May.

3.    Discover various flora and fauna
The mountain is a home to different species of flora and fauna. It is a sanctuary to our Philippine Eagle and wild deer. Malumagpak Falls offers a safe environment for kawili, fresh water shrimps.

4.    Observe the Mansaka tribal community
During your journey, it is a good opportunity to observe the people within the place. They are the Mansaka tribal community which is the most dominant tribe in Compostella Valley. They are said to have lived in the area since the time when Magbabaya (Creator) created them. They are found in the mountains of Mt. Manurigao in New Bataan and composed of people whose culture is unadulterated by the outside world.

5.    Unleash your photography prowess
Make sure to take lots of snapshots of the place. The different system of waterfalls will let you enjoy and appreciate the wonders of nature. The fascinating view of the mountain will make you forget the difficult and exhausting climb. But for many tourists, no matter how easy or hard the trail is, their camera is with them in every step of the way.

Tips: The Travel to Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak

By Air: Compostella Valley can be reached by air via the Davao International Airport. The capital town of Nabuturan is only a 2-hour drive from Davao City.
By Sea: The province can be reached through Sasa Wharf in Davao City, a smooth 2-hour drive away.
Transportation: The province is accessible by land from all parts of Mindanao. A private port is situated in Poblacion Maco.