“Must-See” Places in Biliran Part 2

BILIRAN ATTRACTIONS

Imagine gently sloping rice terraces forming the shape of an amphitheater, waterfalls that drop to refreshing pools where you can enjoy a dip, barbecue stalls along the wharf facing the sunset, and warm locals escorting you to tiny islands surrounded by white sugary beaches and amazing view of the mountains.

Blessed with fertile volcanic soil, Biliran is mainly an agricultural province situated north of Leyte, Philippines. Previously part of the bigger Leyte province, it became independent in 1992 establishing the town of Naval as its capital. Yet even today, many people haven’t heard much about it, making travelers clueless about what there is to see and explore. Read More: http://insights.looloo.com/biliran-island-visayas/

Capinahan Island

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Capinahan Island (Capiñahan Island) is one of the three islands situated off the west coast of Biliran, fronting the town of Almeria. Barely 10 minutes away from Brgy. Talahid, Almeria, Biliran, this island boasts of its crystal clear waters and white sand beach. The place is perfect for diving, snorkeling, swimming, or merely lying on the shore beneath the shades of the trees and breathing its fresh sea breeze and the sweet scent of nature. Untouched by modern civilization, nature lovers will surely be awed by the island’s beauty and wonder. Read More: http://tourism.biliranisland.com/capinahanisland.php

Dalutan Island

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This thin strip of pristine white sand beach is shaded by overhanging trees. Sheltered from the open sea, it is great for snorkeling and diving, with a spectacular view of nearby islands.

Dalutan is mainly covered with trees, consisting of coconut, nipa palms and ipil -ipil trees. It boasts of a beautiful white beach good for swimming. The place is mainly underdeveloped. Ya “Conching” the caretaker travels daily to collect rent from the day visitor.The resort is privately owned and collects a small fee per tourist for the upkeep.

Through the years, it has been a popular day tour for tourists due to its short travel from the nearest beach resort. Overhanging trees provided a much needed shade from the blazing sun. Beach explorations and snorkelling among the coral gardens in the island, are the main activities of the tourists. Read More: http://tourism.biliranisland.com/dalutanisland.php

Kasabangan Falls

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The family decided to go to Kasabangan as recommended by our relatives and we went there in March 2016. It was a 20 minute hike from the highway. The sun’s scorching heat was unforgiving, but the hike was enjoyable because I was with my family and relatives and we were making fun of each other. The view along the way up was very helpful, we made a few stops to rest and to take pictures because the contrast of greens and blue seas and sky was just mesmerizing.

Kasabangan Falls is a quiet place to relax with the family and the waters are so cold! We were told not to expect a high end place, and it was indeed a very simple falls, with concrete bleachers on each side where groups can set up tables, grill food, and eat. There were around 10 people in the place when we got there, but it was fine because there was enough space for all of us. Future tourists, just please bring garbage bags when going and make sure you don’t leave trash behind. Read More: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g612370-d1568856-Reviews-Kasabangan_Falls-Biliran_Island_Visayas.html#REVIEWS