Get Inside the 800-Meter Cantabon Cave

CANTABON CAVE

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One of the must-visit places in Siquijor is the Cantabon Cave. Location is in Barangay Cantabon, it is a 20-30 minute continuous ascend up the mountains of Siquijor. Adventure awaits you as you do spelunking at the 800 meter long cave. Also prepare to get wet and dirty as this cave is 100% alive. Too many things to see inside and lots of beautiful natural creations are in showcase for you.

Caving fee is Php 500 for a group of three persons inclusive of guide (mandatory), headlamps and helmets. Helmets are really required because the height of the cave is short, most of the time you have to vow down walking along the muddy, watery floors. So many stalactite formations inside that some of them may hit your head if you don’t wear helmets. Slippers are okay yet sandals or aqua shoes can be better. Waterproofing of your gadgets is a must. If you bring with you your phones and cameras, be wary that water drippings are abundant inside the cave so waterproofing is necessary. Read More: http://www.findinghenru.com/cantabon-cave/

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The trek to Cantabon cave in the town of Siquijor was tough but rewarding. For Sweetheart and her relatives, it was a different and daring adventure to walk underneath the island known for its pristine beaches and dive sites.

My goodness, the magnificent chamber of stalactites and stalagmites and natural pools of water is breath-taking, exclaimed Sweetheart, who was home for three weeks in May this year from Toronto where she works as a personal support worker. Although it was her second time to visit the cave, the experience had always been exhilarating.

The cave, discovered only in 1985 by European trekkers, has a tiny opening from the earth’s surface that only one person can enter at a time. The guides remind each tourist to watch their heads of the sharp stalactites and walk slowly to guard against rough or slippery rocks. Read More: http://justcliqit.com/eco-adventuring-in-siquijors-cantabon-cave/

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Cantabon Cave is one of the best and famous tourist spots in Siquijor. Tours can be arranged where guides will be assigned and you will be given headlamps and helmets.

Cantabon Cave has low ceilings and passage compared to other caves so most of the time you must kneel to move forward. Many stalactites and stalagmites like the famous formations the king’s bed and shower bell can be seen inside . You can also pass through some dipping pools with cold waters springs.

Tour guides do not recommend going inside when its raining because it can be very slippery,inside the cave the water can be very deep. The cave is 800 meters and can be finished within one hour. Read More: https://www.orientcoast.com/come-visit-siquijor-island-3/

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