Are you up for extreme adventure
which includes Cliff jumping, Swimming, Hiking, and Exploring the beauty of
nature? Then this is for you! “Canyoneering” or also known as “Canyoning”, is a
fast growing tourist destination in Cebu. Everyday, hundred of guest coming
from different parts of the globe are longing to experience this extreme
adventure. Ika nga nila, “kulang ang Cebu trip mo kung di mo masusubukan to.”
Canyoneering Activity:
The starting point of the
canyoneering activity will be in front of an old church. There, you will put
your safety gears and a few of reminders during the activity. There are a lot
of small stores around the area where you can buy candies, eat your lunch, and
even a place where you can rent a shoes if you forgot to brought one that is suited for the extreme adventure. From the
church, they will take you via motorcycle ride to the orientation area. You need
to fill out forms for your waiver, and a quick orientation and reminders during the
activity. After that, your nature trip will begin!
From
the orientation area, we traveled for around 15 minutes via motorcycle going to
the drop off point of the Canyoneering activity. During the
motorcycle ride, i advise you to ready your camera because the view going to
the drop off point is breathtaking! Take a lot of pictures during the trip, i
tell you its worth it!
When you
reached the drop off point, you will be hiking for around 15 minutes to reach the
first Cliff jump. According to our guide, that cliff is about 20-25 meters high
and that is a required jump! Yes, you got it right! There is no way for you to
start the activity without conquering that first jump. That was a crazy view
especially when you were on top looking down the blue waters. And to put
pressure on you, there were a lot of guest waiting for their turn to jump so better
ready yourself and conquer your fear to avoid traffic. (hahahha. Evil laugh)
The good thing about the first jump is that it’s one of highest jumps. So when
you conquered your fear during the first jump already, other cliffs will be easy
for you.
One way
of conquering your fears during the cliff jumps is to make sure you do it FAST!
Staying on top of those cliff is like letting your mind to play and scare you
from the different “what ifs of life”. What if i wont be able to make it? What if
i drowned? What if i bumped into that rock? The more you stayed on top, the
more you will be scared. The “idle time” will really eat your courage to do great things.
Just follow your guides, they will direct you on the safe paths, and will ensure
about your safety.
Im so
blessed with our guides (ate En-en and Kuya Karl/Carl) because they were sooooo
patient with us. Though we were a bit slow because we were enjoying the place,
they were still so supportive and kind enough in taking our pictures and laughed
with us. I even noticed some groups lining up for their turn to jump, but our
guides made it so cool that we don't need to line up with them. They had their
own route of letting us experience the same spot but in a different way away
from the crowd. I salute with these guys, so professional and super fun to be
with.
When we
reached the half point of the trip, i was so surprised seeing a small store
their selling foods like grilled hot dogs, bbq, water, etc. I was so amazed and
curious on how they brought their products there. Such amazing people!
Lastly,
your adventure will end at the Kawasan falls. That is the highest jump with around
60 meters high according to our guides if I'm not mistaken. (optional jump) I suggest
that you include the Bamboo rafting under the Kawasan Falls in your package. You
will be enjoying the water massage and the freezing cold water coming from the
magnificent falls.
The beauty
of that place really captured my heart. I can still clearly see the clear blue
water, rock formations and the smiles of each guest trying that extreme
adventure. I am still longing to go back and to enjoy that
adventure once again. Of course along with the same tour guides. (MCDC Canyoneering)
Action camera:
Bringing
one batter and one memory card for your action camera is not enough to take all
the precious views and memories of the Canyons. I suggest you bring a dry bag
and place your extra batteries and other equipment there. The whole canyoneering
activity is around 4-5 hours. So if you are a picture lover person or someone who
likes to take a lot of videos then better prepare for extra batteries and
memory cards just to be sure.
Package tours:
There are a lot of promo tours
that offers canyoneering activity. You can just simply search for “cebu
canyoneering” in facebook and you will see a lot of groups offering this trip. But
i highly recommend the MCDC Canyoneering Team to be a part of your adventure.
First, i was quite hesitant to accept their offers because i want to make sure
that they are a reliable and professional tour guides. So i kept on looking for
other tour guides and checked their promo/s as well. After how many days of
searching, i can say that their (MCDC Canyoneering) offer suit my needs
perfectly so i chose them. What
i loved about their promo is that after paying the package, i don't have to worry
about surprise payments along the way.
Just contact MCDC Canyoneering through their facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/mcdc.canyoonering?fref=nf)
or you can simply contact Miss Maria Corazon Capio at +639153901401 and +639433518866 for more
information
MCDC Canyoneering package
includes the following:
- Safety gears (buoyancy vest, aqua shoes/rubber shoes, helmet, snacks)
- Motorcycle ride (round trip)
- Action Camera (Supremo)
- Lunch after the activity
- FREE jokes and laughter with their funny and friendly guides (hahaha)
- Note: Offers may vary depending on your type of needs and the number of participants.
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