Majayjay, Laguna: Taytay Falls
To maximize our Laguna trip, we decided to visit Taytay falls in the morning, before proceeding to Costales Nature Farms. It would be my kid's first time to see falls. Entrance to Taytay falls is just right next to the entrance of Costales Nature Farms.
There are some signage along the way to point us to Taytay Falls. We reached the gate and parked our vehicle under a tree. Parking lot is spacious and there are stalls selling fruits and vegetables. Another store sells grilled foods. There are rooms for rent also.
Parking fee is P50 for day tour guests. A lady approached us to collect parking fee.
Then we were told to go to the Barangay Hall to get an entrance ticket worth 20 Pesos each.
So we went to the Barangay Hall, around 100 meters away from the parking lot. There, we registered our names. Someone offered a tent for 250pesos for a tent good for 2. A bigger tent is also available for a higher price, around 250 pesos (I think. Sorry I forgot). This can be used overnight.
We rented the smaller tent with with rubber mat. Rubber mat is essential as it is rocky surrounding the falls. No need to give ID or anything. When you're done with the tent, just leave where it is. For us, since we left very early, another group asked us if we'll still use our tent. We said no, and let them use it for the rest of the day or night.
There is a little bit of walk going to the falls. It isn't hard, really as the pathway is cemented. We passed by different plants and you'd know you are near the falls when you start to hear the sound of the water flowing on the river.
There are lots of tents already in place when we got to falls area. We looked for a flat spot to set up our tent. Some are already setting up their food and drinks, some are cooking their food, some brought alcohols. Yes, you can stay overnight in the falls. But there is no electricity here. Just stay in your own risk.
FALLS
Taytay Falls, also known as Mayjay falls or Imelda falls, is only two-storey high. Honestly, when I saw it, I didn't feel amazed or awed by it. Probably because I have seen bigger and taller falls already. My kid, who has seen it for the first time, said it's just a normal falls.
To form a deep water (like a pool), they cemented the basin of the falls. Big rocks can be found near the foot of the falls, which is nice. There is a big rock near the falls which no one is allowed to go to. A some sort of a life guard would whistle if someone attempts to go near it. There are sacks placed in different areas to put trash into.
We didn't take long. After eating our packed breakfast, we left after 2 hours. Anyway, we have a baby and two seniors with us. It is especially difficult for seniors to walk on these big rocks going to our tent.
Overall, though I wasn't amazed with the falls, it still feels good to be with nature - the sound of the falling water, dipping in a cold water, cool environment and trees all around. But for me, what's most important of all in this trip is we get to enjoy our time with one another.
Here are my take on this trip:
1. Arrive early to get the spot near the falls or the walkway.
2. Before heading to the falls, drop by the Barangay hall first to pay the entrance fee.
3. You may or may not bring your own tent. But I suggest you bring one whether it's just for a day or overnight. It is still convenient this way especially to keep your valuable things and change clothes.
4. There is a shower room and toilet but since this is a public place and lowly maintained, it's pretty "Public" (you know what I mean).
5. Inns/Accommodations are available outside and inside the park.
6. Bring all your food. But if not, there is a carinderia/sari sari store and fruit stalls are available outside for a higher price.
7. Souvenirs are also available outside.
8. Obey the rules. Do not litter.
9. Enjoy!
There are some signage along the way to point us to Taytay Falls. We reached the gate and parked our vehicle under a tree. Parking lot is spacious and there are stalls selling fruits and vegetables. Another store sells grilled foods. There are rooms for rent also.
Parking fee is P50 for day tour guests. A lady approached us to collect parking fee.
Then we were told to go to the Barangay Hall to get an entrance ticket worth 20 Pesos each.
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| The yellow building is the Bgy. Hall where some staff are waiting for guests |
So we went to the Barangay Hall, around 100 meters away from the parking lot. There, we registered our names. Someone offered a tent for 250pesos for a tent good for 2. A bigger tent is also available for a higher price, around 250 pesos (I think. Sorry I forgot). This can be used overnight.
We rented the smaller tent with with rubber mat. Rubber mat is essential as it is rocky surrounding the falls. No need to give ID or anything. When you're done with the tent, just leave where it is. For us, since we left very early, another group asked us if we'll still use our tent. We said no, and let them use it for the rest of the day or night.
There is a little bit of walk going to the falls. It isn't hard, really as the pathway is cemented. We passed by different plants and you'd know you are near the falls when you start to hear the sound of the water flowing on the river.
There are lots of tents already in place when we got to falls area. We looked for a flat spot to set up our tent. Some are already setting up their food and drinks, some are cooking their food, some brought alcohols. Yes, you can stay overnight in the falls. But there is no electricity here. Just stay in your own risk.
FALLS
Taytay Falls, also known as Mayjay falls or Imelda falls, is only two-storey high. Honestly, when I saw it, I didn't feel amazed or awed by it. Probably because I have seen bigger and taller falls already. My kid, who has seen it for the first time, said it's just a normal falls.
To form a deep water (like a pool), they cemented the basin of the falls. Big rocks can be found near the foot of the falls, which is nice. There is a big rock near the falls which no one is allowed to go to. A some sort of a life guard would whistle if someone attempts to go near it. There are sacks placed in different areas to put trash into.
We didn't take long. After eating our packed breakfast, we left after 2 hours. Anyway, we have a baby and two seniors with us. It is especially difficult for seniors to walk on these big rocks going to our tent.
Overall, though I wasn't amazed with the falls, it still feels good to be with nature - the sound of the falling water, dipping in a cold water, cool environment and trees all around. But for me, what's most important of all in this trip is we get to enjoy our time with one another.
Here are my take on this trip:
1. Arrive early to get the spot near the falls or the walkway.
2. Before heading to the falls, drop by the Barangay hall first to pay the entrance fee.
3. You may or may not bring your own tent. But I suggest you bring one whether it's just for a day or overnight. It is still convenient this way especially to keep your valuable things and change clothes.
4. There is a shower room and toilet but since this is a public place and lowly maintained, it's pretty "Public" (you know what I mean).
5. Inns/Accommodations are available outside and inside the park.
6. Bring all your food. But if not, there is a carinderia/sari sari store and fruit stalls are available outside for a higher price.
7. Souvenirs are also available outside.
8. Obey the rules. Do not litter.
9. Enjoy!
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