Trek about 35 minutes north of Brgy. Tuno, Tibiao, crossing rivers and rice paddies, to find a seven tiered waterfalls, Bugtong-Bato, made up of giant boulders, steep steps, and rope guided paths.
Nearby the first tier is a nipa hut; perfect for picnic and some idle time but you have to be ready with some anti-mosquito lotion as they might make you their snack.
Walk a few steps further down and you will reach the first tier of the waterfall –the widest among the first three tiers –its water is crystal clear filled with small and giant rocks.
To its left are steep stairs with side ropes that lead you to the second level.
The tour guide, Kuya Dong, tells me that the third tier is worth seeing. And when locals say so, you just have to see it for yourself.
The climb to the third tier is similar to the second one, only it is more steep and you have to swim first before you reach the stairs with rope on the sides.
On the third tier, a basin will greet you with water pouring in and out of it. The water cascade is silver at its edges, clear as an angel’s tears but its depth, unknown.
The brave ones could opt to jump dive on its edges but take heed as it’s slippery.
When lucky, rainbows will go peeking in at the bottom of the drizzle.
On a hot Tibiao day, take a dip at the waters and explore further to the fourth until the seventh tiers, and see just how far you could go.
Afterwards, take a relaxing Kawa Hot Bath either in Kayak Inn or in its alternative Peter’s Lodge which is located just by the entrance of the falls –one overlooking the green fields.
The scenic views looked amazing! It’s refreshing to take a dip in the water for sure. Would you know what’s the height of the falls?
Yes, indeed! As for the height, good question, Kirstin. They say that the first up to third tiers are at 150ft. 🙂
This is quite an adventure and it looks so scenic just seeing the falls and swimming by the pond.
Scary adventure but definitely worth it. 🙂 Thanks Franc!
OMG! I love this place you found and for me it has a unique view. Very cool to look at, into this strange otherworldly place you will see serenity.
It is serenity, indeed, Jelo. Parang Encantadia film location haha 🙂
Nice place! Is it far from Manila? What’s the best way to get there, especially by commute?
Hi Nadine, this one’s in Tibiao, Antique, in Visayas. Fly to Iloilo or Kalibo then take a bus bound for Antique. Drop off point should be in Brgy. Importante, Tibiao. Then it’s a one motorcycle ride away + trek. 🙂
You can fly to Iloilo and take a rented van going to Tibiao (roughly 3 hours). When you get off at Tibiao, you ride a habal-habal, then hike the rest of the way. It’s gonna be so worth it!
This place is simply refreshingly beautiful. Must do this myself soon.
It is indeed refreshing. Thanks Teresa! Hope you’ll enjoy it too, as much as I did. 🙂
Stayed overnight at Peter’s Lodge. They have a secret there…numerous fireflies at night!
Oh yes, I’ve been told about the same thing in Kayak Inn too but the fireflies only appear during specific months –cold months, in particular. Thanks for dropping by, Charm. Hoping to see you here more often 🙂
The place looks cozy and paradise. Relaxing as what is shown in the photos.
I must admit, the photos are not enough to express how beautiful this paradise is! 🙂
i did not know much about Antique, but this place is enough to make me want to visit the place! I hope I get to go there one day with my boys! 🙂
I’m sure your boys will love this adventure, mummy Vix! 😉
Most of the blogs went under an expensive tour package, glad i came across your blog, seems like you DIY’d. Do you still have the numbers of your guides/habal habals? Thanks 🙂
Hello, superk8sates! I asked for my guide’s number but signal there is intermittent so they’d be hard to reach if ever. I suggest you just get your guide and habal-habal on the spot; there are plenty of them there. Happy trip to you! I am sure you’ll enjoy Antique 🙂