How to Get to Tabuk

There are direct trips from Manila to Tabuk by land, but this mountain city is also accessible from
Baguio, Bontoc and Tuguegarao.

By Land

From Manila, Victory Liner has daily trips from Kamias to Tabuk. It is a around 10 to 12 hours via NLEX-
Maharlika Highway passing Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya and Isabela; fare is approximately P620.

If you are coming from Bontoc, jeepneys and buses are available to Tabuk for a six-hour ride via Kalinga
Highway and Tinglayan. First trip is at 7 AM and last trip at 11AM.

From Baguio, Dangwa Bus, Auto Bus, and GL lines have buses to Tabuk. It is a nine hour bus ride. Buses
usually leave in the evening, arriving Tabuk early morning of the next day.

From Tuguegarao, there are jeepneys available in the city for an hour ride to Tabuk, fare is around P60.

By Air

Philippine Airlines flies from Manila to Tuguegarao, travel time is an hour more or less. From
Tuguegarao, ride a jeepney to Tabuk.

Behold Kalinga Tourist Spots

1. Binasalan Falls

Binalasan Falls is one of the rustic tourist spots in Kalinga province. Summer then would be the best time
to visit. Verdant vegetation of shrubs, mosses, and grasses surround its base. Swimming in the pool can
be quite dangerous due to its strong and churning current.

To get here, one needs to hike for at least an hour or more from the road. Literally, you’ll climb over
steep trails and jump across boulders before finally catching sight of the falls.

5. Laroy Falls

Laroy Falls is considered the highest falls in Kalinga province. It composes of at least 8 different
cascades, plunging towards the Pasil River. They are best viewed along the road during the rainy
months. Its waters emanate from pristine mossy forests upstream.

6. Buaya Caves

Buaya caves feature various stalactite and stalagmite rock formations. On some parts of the cave, you
would feel like you are in the golden chamber. The caves are interconnected from each other and form a
chain covering the whole mountain slope. To get deeper inside the cave, expect to rappel, climb on
rocks, and wade across pools. Yes, there’s a small brook inside. There are also waterfalls.

Buaya Caves is located in Balbalan, Kalinga, Philippines. It is similar to Sagada Caves with stalactites and
stalagmites formation. The caves are interconnected with each other and cover the whole mountain
slope.

12. Saltan River

Saltan river comes from the vast mossy forests of Balbalan. During good sunny conditions, the waters
exude an emerald appearance, making it inviting for a swim. Cavernous boulders and rocks surround the
river. These provide a perfect spot for diving or jumping.

18. Pungit Falls

Pungit falls is just some 30 minutes of a hike from the village of Bugnay. The falls measures around 20
feet high and has a small and shallow pool. The hot atmosphere of Bugnay makes Pungit Falls a perfect
getaway for cooling off. Pungit Falls is one of the off-beaten tourist spots in Kalinga.

Travel tips

The road to Kalinga Province is an adventure on its own. If you’re not one for a long bumpy journey, you
might have to think about this one seriously. However, if you’re a nature lover and thrill seeker, then the
Kalinga Province should be part of your must-travel list.