Relax at the Secluded Hidden Valley Springs Resort in Laguna

HIDDEN VALLEY SPRINGS

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Hidden Valley Springs is a secluded and private resort naturally landscaped at the crater of an extinct forested volcano in Laguna. A natural botanical garden, it has superb irresistible natural thermal pools scented by exquisite tropical plants and canopied by giant ferns and century old trees. – islandsaccommodations.com

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Hidden Valley Springs Resort. An ecological tour to a unique place call Hidden Valley. Its well preserved and protected vegetation flourishes in a 300 feet deep crater covering an area of 110 hectares, believed to have been formed by volcanic upheaval thousands of years ago. A private resort that boast of a virgin forest, century old trees, giant ferns, wild orchids, a hidden waterfall, and several natural spring pools consommates the exhilarating ambiance. A nature lovers haven for the dipping, guarantees a well-spent day. Tour includes entrace fee buffet lunch and snack. Diversions are certainly no problem in this tropical eden with leisure activities calendared throughout the year and amenities offered by some tourist establishments. – travelph.com

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Take an environmental tour to one of a kind place called Hidden Valley. It is well preserved and its vegetation was protected and flourishes in a 300 deep crater that covers an area of almost 110 hectares. It is a secluded spot located between two mystical mountains that are rich in folklores. Hidden Valley is a place that is blessed with nature’s invigorating gifts of water, flowers, trees and beautiful scenery and a habitat for rare plants and animals.

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Hidden Valley Springs is located in Alaminos, Laguna between Mount Banahaw and Mount Makiling. It is just one hour and a half drive from Manila approximately 75 kilometers south of Makati. From Manila, take the South Luzon Expressway to Batangas and Lucena exit and head towards Batangas. Turn left upon reaching Junction Inn Mansion. Reaching the Y intersection, take the left lane going to Alaminos. Upon seeing the hidden valley sign, it is just 4.5kms away. Pass by the Rural Bank of Alaminos, then the Alaminos Church. Behind the church, turn left and follow signs to the resort about 4 kms.

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Forest and fauna thrived at Hidden Valley untouched by typhoons that visit the area yearly. In the middle of the spring, a small waterfall can be seen, while several streams with clear waters (clear enough for drinking), fed several man made pools.

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There are over 350 establishments in the area which makes it no problem for leisure activities throughout the year. Hidden valley’s main attraction is a body of waterfalls, natural springs and pools. Take a dip in the cool waters that constantly flows from the mountaintop. A warm, natural spring pool and a soda pool can be found in the Hidden Valley too.

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Discover the Lovers pool. It is the most secluded pool in the area that is an interesting attraction in the place for honeymooners. It is hidden that one may not notice it as they pass by the place. Its pools can be reached by carefully walking your way down a narrow trail nearly one half kilometer.

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Another cool feature is the Sada pool, the coolest among the pools. The spring has a forceful water flow that one only needs to get underneath the water to get a massage the same as the European spa experience. Its twin springs give a choice between cool and warm water.

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Hidden valley is warm all year round because of its high mountains’ protecting it from harsh stormy weather. These mountains also serve as a natural barriers to the direct heat of the sun. This makes the valley attractive to the visitors during the day because they can romp around bare footed, a natural wonderland.

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