I visit Cagayan de Oro City most of the time for work assignments. At this time, I am stationed at CDO for more than a week. In despite of the hectic schedule, we initiated a plan to visit Camiguin Island. At least we could enjoy a bit of break from pressures that we encounter from day to day activities. My tot <3 was still at Davao City then traveled eight (8) hours from Davao City Overland Transport Terminal to Cagayan de Oro City Agora Terminal on September 20, 2014. The cost of bus fare from Davao City to CDO C is City P535.00 on an Aircon Bus. She arrived approximately 7:00pm on the evening. After I fetch her, we proceed to Rich Manor Pension House where I stayed for my work Assignments.
Internal Caption of Lobby Rich Manor Pension House. (courtesy of CDODev.com)
Exterior of Rich Manor Pension House (Courtesy of CDOdev.com)
Rich Manor Pension House is not a an expensive type Hotel. Their staff are very entertaining and you can avail the hot and cold shower, single type room for only P645.00. They would also allow you to bring company to share the room without any charges. You can also borrow one pillow without any charges. We stayed overnight
On the 21st of September 2014, We left the hotel 6:00am and ride Rela (Traysikel) and Paid P14.00 to Agora Terminal. And from Agora Terminal we ride a non-aircon bus to Balingoan Port. The fare is P90.00 and the travelling time is about 2hrs to 2.5hrs. From Balingoan Port, we rode a traysikel which we paid P14.00 pesos on a distance where everyboday can take a walk. So we suggest just take a walk. :(
A view from the ferry
Selfie first while riding the ferry
When we reached Camiguin Island at 11:00am, we did not waste time and immediately hired a motorcycle to give us a tour around Camiguin Island. From 1,000 pesos, we bargained and was able to haggle the price to 800 pesos. We immediatle proceed to STO. NINO COLD SPRING.
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Entrance Fee
The water was so clear and cold. We can see tiny fishes swimming around with us. They would even kiss your feet if you dip it without moving. :D
Waiting for the fishie :D
We decided to stay at the place for a while and ordered some lunch. Its too bad we were not able to get the details on what we had for lunch. But we paid a very reasonable price. :D
From Sto Nino Cold Spring, we proceed to the other tourist spot. which they called the Katibawasan falls.
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Tot <3 at Katibawasan Falls
After at Katibawasan Falls, we decided to proceed at SODA POOL. Well its our first time to hear about a soda pool. We were curious so we decided to get in. only P30.00 as entrance. You can enjoy the Carnonated Water Pool. Yeah Just like the soft drinks :D
The pool looks weird and dark. So we decided not to take bath :D
After the pool, Although we felt kinda tired, we proceed to the SUNKEN CEMENTERY. But the water is low, so we decided not to get near the cross anymore. Instead taking some pictures like holding the Cross :D
Tot <3 doing the drama :D
After the SUNKEN CEMENTERY, we proceed tot the OLD CHURCH. Its a little bit creepy. It looks like what we have seen in movies. But the experience was exciting. We lighted up some candle for respect and took picture of the moment.
Tot <3 's moment
After the moment at the OLD CHURCH, we bought some souvenirs in front o the OLD CHURCH. They sell very cheap but with a very good quality souvenir. We even bought the sando and Tshirt for
only P100 each. They have Key Chains amounting 30pesos above. :D
Janca's Souvenirs :D
We were exhausted and a little bit weary and decided find a place to stay at Mambajao Area. But, on a ride, we found a very beautiful spot. So we decided to stop and ask our driver to take us a pic. See the beauty :D We don't know what the place called since its just along the high way.
Feeling the moment :D
Then we proceed to our Journey and again sop at the STATION OF THE CROSS. But we decided not Climb the stairs since we were very very very tired. :( We again ask our driver to took the picture.
Moment moment with Tot <3
So finally found a place to stay. Its only a house to but a very comfy place. An aircon room, Cable TV, own shower and its very clean, Too Bad we did not get the name of the place. But the owner was very entertaining and attentive. Everything was only for P800. :D. After taking a break for a while, we decided to proceed to the main part, THE WHITE ISLAND. :D We proceed to the white island ferry terminal paying P450 back and fort travel. The price is consumable for the whole day.
Tot feeling the moment
Tot feeling the feeling-able moment
A bangka feeling the moment :D Peace
Tot <3 Feeling the most Feeling-able moment
Tot <3 feeling the moment :D
We took time and stayed for at least more than an hour swimming and running and lying and taking pictures and more. :D
I think I remember she said that she wants to pee :D
Trying to Capture from Timer Cam:D
Tot <3 Still feeling the moment
Tot <3 finally feels the moment :D
Feeling the moment Agian :D
After more than an hour of stay. we decided to vacate the place leaving a very good memories. Then we headed back to camiguin using the boat we rented earlier. But wait, our adventure is not done yet. There's one place that everyone goes after the WHITE ISLAND. The ARDENT HOT SPRING.
The first dip :D
I'm a good photographer :D
The Ardent Hot Spring :D
Then af the the Ardent Hot Spring, we decided to go back to the place where we stay. The whole day travel adventure to Camiguin Island was pricless. We enjoyed a lot like we've never been before. People are nice and very good. We never had a bad experience. We enjoyed our overall travel overnigt stay at Camiguin Island.
I hope you all enjoy our blog travel experience. We are posting more travel experience in the future. Thank you for stopping by :D
