10 Best Things to Do in Badian, Cebu
WHAT'S IN THIS GUIDE?
Badian, officially the Municipality of Badian, is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 37,912 people. Wikipedia
10 Things to Do in Badian, Cebu
1. Hike Your Way to the 3 level Kawasan Falls
- Description: Feel the rush with water jumps and swings, rapid slides, and rock traversing.
- Location: Badian, 6031 Cebu
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Kawasan Falls. From there, hire a motorcycle to take you there.
- Entrance Fee: Php 45.00 per person
2. Chill at Lambug Beach
- Description: Lambug beach is the name of the beach wherein several beach resorts can be found offering accommodations for you and your family and friends.
- Location: Lambug Beach, Badian, Cebu, Philippines.
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound for to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Lambug Beach. From there, hire a motorcycle to take you there.
- Entrance Fee: Php 10.00 – Php 50.00 per person
3. Watch Banig Festival
- Description: The festival itself is being celebrated by the locals as a fiesta which showcases the Cebuano and Badianganon culture and tradition
- Location: Badian, Cebu, Philippines.
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Badian Proper.
- Entrance Fee: None
- Celebrated Every: July 3
4. Taste the Chocolanay
- Description: The mouth-watering choco donuts in Badian.
- Location: Badian, Cebu, Philippines.
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Badian Proper.
- How much: Php 20.00 per piece
5. Canyoneering at Matutinao River
- Description: Try this adrenaline-pumping adventure! Make sure to allot energy on this one.
- Location: Badian, Cebu, Philippines.
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Kawasan Falls.
6. Kansanto Spring
- Description: Its famed cold waters is guaranteed to refresh, helping you beat the heat!
- Location: Banhigan, Badian, Cebu Philippines
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at the corner of Kansanto Spring or Banhigan cemetery.
- Operating time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm daily
- Entrance Fee: Php 50.00 per adult, Php 25.00 per kid up to 5 yrs old
- Contact Info: Facebook Page
7. Pescador Island
- Description: Try this adrenaline-pumping adventure! Make sure to allot energy on this one.
- Location: Located in the Tañon Strait, a few kilometers from the western coast of the island of Cebu
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Gaisano Grand Mall or Moalboal Municipal Hall. From there, ride a tricycle to Pinagsama beach (nearest area to Pescador Island). Ask any diving shops for island hopping tours.
- Entrance Fee: Php 5.00 per person
8. Hike to Osmena Peak
- Description: the place is 1013 meters above sea level.
- Location: Dalaguete, Cebu
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound for Dalaguete. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at the Dalaguete Junction (7-eleven). From there, you can either ride a motorcycle for hire that will take you to the trailhead of Osmena Peak or you directly hike to Osmeña Peak that will take you at least 1-2 hours.
- Entrance Fee: Php 30.00 per person
- Operating TIme: Everyday, 24 hours
- Tips: Bring your own food.
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9. Cebu Golf Course
- Description: Try this adrenaline-pumping adventure! Make sure to allot energy on this one.
- Location: Badian, Cebu, Philippines.
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound to Bato via Barili. The price of this bus is 150 pesos per person, which translates to about $3 USD. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Kawasan Falls.
10. Diving Spots
- Description: There are a lot of diving spots in Badian..
- Location: Badian, Cebu
- How to Get There: Simply go to Cebu South Bus Terminal and look for buses bound for Samboan. Be sure to inform the conductor to drop you off at Badian Town Proper. From there, hire a motorcycle to take you to the diving spots.
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REMINDERS, TIPS AND NOTES
1.Study Your Location
Every location is unique and so are the rules while trekking on it. Carry a map with you all the time so that you know exactly where you are so that you can find your way back.
2.Medical Kit
Stuff your bag with all the necessary medicines and medical tools.
3.Emergency Contacts
Remember “Prevention is better than cure.” This is just a precautionary step. I genuinely do not want to see you in any trouble at all
4.Please Inform
“Leaving a simple text to your family or trusted friends.” If something unfortunate happens, your loved one’s will find you.
5.Plenty Of Essentials
Carry at least 3 liters of water and plenty of nutrition bars. They are light and filling till the time you find any other source.
Have you ever been to the places I’ve listed above? Go and try them yourself!
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