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Walk mangrove boardwalks to meet a centuries-old api‑api tree, cool off under the 50‑meter Nawidwid Falls, then climb to Mt. Balinsasayaw for broad Panay views. This private, full‑day tour blends community conservation with easy mountain trails.
Walk mangrove boardwalks to meet a centuries-old api‑api tree, cool off under the 50‑meter Nawidwid Falls, then climb to Mt. Balinsasayaw for broad Panay views. This private, full‑day tour blends community conservation with easy mountain trails.
You step off a shaded lane and the air shifts—salty, loamy, threaded with the green smell of mangroves. The boardwalk through Katunggan it Ibajay guides you past prop roots and low tide flats; birds flick and mudskippers blink at the water’s edge. Later the trail tightens into upland forest and the mountain opens to a wide view where islands and rice paddies fold away below.
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Operated by CTPH TOUR · Ibajay, Aklan
You step off a shaded lane and the air shifts—salty, loamy, threaded with the green smell of mangroves. The boardwalk through Katunggan it Ibajay guides you past prop roots and low tide flats; birds flick and mudskippers blink at the water’s edge. Later the trail tightens into upland forest and the mountain opens to a wide view where islands and rice paddies fold away below.
Ibajay’s mangrove park preserves 28 of the Philippines’ 35 mangrove species and hosts an ancient Avicennia rumphiana—locally called api-api—the largest of its kind recorded in the region. Geologically the area is shaped by coastal sedimentation at the mangrove front and older volcanic soils inland that feed cool springs and the streams forming Nawidwid Falls, a roughly 50‑meter cascade where clear water gathers in shallow pools.
The route combines community-run conservation sites and rural upland trails, so you’ll see village life and traditional uses of the shoreline alongside orchids, ferns, and native shorebirds. Guides are local and interpret ecology and culture as you walk.
Practical guidance: this is a full-day, privately guided tour that mixes short, level boardwalks with steeper dirt trails—expect two main hikes (roughly 1–1.5 hours each) plus time for swimming and photos. Wear grippy shoes, bring sun protection and at least 2 liters of water, and plan for tropical showers; waterproof your phone for the falls. Respect marked paths in the mangroves and follow your guide’s instructions when swimming. Morning departures avoid the hottest hours and often yield better bird activity.
The tour schedules about 4 hours of walking spread across mangrove boardwalks, a 1–1.5 hour approach to Nawidwid Falls, and a similar hike to Mt. Balinsasayaw; the full tour runs 8–9 hours including transport and breaks.
Yes—there are shallow pools suitable for wading or a brief swim; check local guidance from your guide about currents and safe areas.
Standard inclusions list entrance fees, local/trekking guides, bottled water, lunch, transportation within Kalibo/Caticlan, and basic tour insurance.
The provider notes the activity is suitable for all fitness levels; children should be supervised and infants may need to sit on an adult’s lap during transport.
CTPH TOUR operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off a shaded lane and the air shifts—salty, loamy, threaded with the green smell of mangroves. The boardwalk through Katunggan it Ibajay guides you past prop roots and low tide flats; birds flick and mudskippers blink at the water’s edge. Later the trail tightens into upland forest and the mountain opens to a wide view where islands and rice paddies fold away below.
You step off a shaded lane and the air shifts—salty, loamy, threaded with the green smell of mangroves. The boardwalk through Katunggan it Ibajay guides you past prop roots and low tide flats; birds flick and mudskippers blink at the water’s edge. Later the trail tightens into upland forest and the mountain opens to a wide view where islands and rice paddies fold away below.
Ibajay’s mangrove park preserves 28 of the Philippines’ 35 mangrove species and hosts an ancient Avicennia rumphiana—locally called api-api—the largest of its kind recorded in the region. Geologically the area is shaped by coastal sedimentation at the mangrove front and older volcanic soils inland that feed cool springs and the streams forming Nawidwid Falls, a roughly 50‑meter cascade where clear water gathers in shallow pools.
The route combines community-run conservation sites and rural upland trails, so you’ll see village life and traditional uses of the shoreline alongside orchids, ferns, and native shorebirds. Guides are local and interpret ecology and culture as you walk.
Practical guidance: this is a full-day, privately guided tour that mixes short, level boardwalks with steeper dirt trails—expect two main hikes (roughly 1–1.5 hours each) plus time for swimming and photos. Wear grippy shoes, bring sun protection and at least 2 liters of water, and plan for tropical showers; waterproof your phone for the falls. Respect marked paths in the mangroves and follow your guide’s instructions when swimming. Morning departures avoid the hottest hours and often yield better bird activity.