Pinoy Travellers Meetup Group

The Caraga Region comprises the provinces of Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur. They generally belong to the Manobo, Mamanwa, Higaonon, Banwaon, and Mandaya tribal groups. The name "Caraga" is derived from the word "Kalagan," which itself is composed of "Kalag" meaning soul or people and "An" meaning land.

ESTIMATED BUDGET: 7500/pax

FLIGHT DETAILS: (Book your flights in advanced)
DEPART MNL-BUTUAN, Oct. 30, 04:25AM or earlier
RETURN BUTUAN-MNL, Nov 3, 08:00PM or later

PROPOSED ITINERARY
Day 1 Agusan del Norte – Surigao del Norte
04:25AM Flight from Manila to Butuan
06:30AM Arrived in Butuan / breakfast
06:45AM Start of Agusan del Norte Tour
07:30AM Vinapor Jurassic Beach Park / Breakfast
09:30AM Butuan National Museum
10:00AM Agusan del Norte Provincial Capitol / St. Joseph Cathedral
11:00AM Lunch
12:00NN Travel to Surigao City
03:00PM Surigao del Norte Provincial Capitol
04:00PM Cathedral of San Nicolas de Tolentino
05:00PM Checkin Accommodation
07:00PM Dinner / Washup / Rest
09:00AM Lights Off

Day 2 Dinagat Islands
05:00AM Take ferry from Boulevard Surigao Port to San Jose Port
07:30AM Arrive San Jose Port
07:45AM Don Ruben Port (meetup)
08:00AM Start of Tour A
Highlights:
- Tidal Pool (Blue Lagoon)
- AO Beach (View Deck)
- Jelmars Resort
- Hagakhak (Rock Formations)
- Miracle Pool
03:00PM End of Tour
04:30PM Take Ferry from San Jose Port to Boulevard Surigao Port
06:00PM Arrive Surigao City / Back to Accommodation
07:00PM Dinner / Rest
09:00PM Lights off

Day 3 Surigao del Norte / Bucas Grande
03:00AM Early trip to Hayanggabon Port
05:00AM Take boat from Hayanggabon to Socorro Port
06:30PM Arrive Socorro Port (meetup with boatman)
08:00AM Start Bucas Grande Tour
Highlights
-Hagukan Cave
-Sohoton Cave
-Bolitas Cave
-Crystal Cave
-Tiktikan Lake
-Diving Cave ( Cliff Diving )
-Non Sting Jellyfish Lagoon
02:00PM End of Tour
03:00PM Checkin Accommodation

Day 4 Surigao del Sur / Agusan del Sur
05:00AM Take boat from Socorro to Hayanggabon Port
07:00AM Arrive at Hayanggabon Port / Proceed to Cortes, Surigao del Sur
08:00AM Arrive at Laswitan Lagoon
Swim / Explore
11:00AM Lunch
12:00NN Surigao del Sur Provincial Capitol
01:00PM Travel to Agusan del Sur
02:00PM Bega Falls / Tiger Falls
04:30PM Agusan del Norte Provincial Capitol
05:00PM Giant Toog Tree
06:30PM Marky's Hostel, Hinatuan
Day 5 Surigao del Sur / Depart
06:00AM Wakeup / Prepare
06:30AM Breakfast
07:30AM Travel to Bislig
08:30AM Arrive at Tinuy-An Falls / Ride balsa
11:00AM Lunch
12:00NN Travel back to Hinatuan
01:00PM Arrive at Enchanted River / Explore / Swim
03:00PM Back to Marky's Hostel / Packup / Travel to Agusan del Norte
06:00PM Arrive at Butuan Airport
08:00PM Flight to Manila

Mt. Cagua Volcano + Baggao Blue Lagoon, Lipit Canyon & Callao Cave
via Sta. Clara Trail, Gonzaga, Cagayan
November 8–9, 2025
Elevation: 1,158 masl (3,799 ft)
Specs: Minor Climb (Good for Beginners)
Difficulty: 2/9, approx. 2–3 hours to summit
Features: Mossy Forest, Rockies, Waterfalls, Sierra Madre Mountain Range, Cagua Caldera View, Sulfuric Boiling Ponds, Boulders, Northern and Southern Fumaroles of the Volcano
Sidetrip Options: Baggao Blue Lagoon, Lipit Canyon, Callao Cave (Add ₱500 for Baggao activities)

Event Fee: ₱4,500 / person
Inclusions
Round-trip van transfers
Accommodation (homestay/lodge)
Hosted meals (Dinner & Breakfast)
Registration fees
Local guide
Climb permit
Exclusions
Sidetrip Baggao Blue Lagoon, Lipit Canyon, Callao Cave (₱500 additional)
Personal meals not stated in inclusions
Porter fee (optional, if needed)
Personal expenses

ITINERARY
Day 0 (Nov 7, Friday Night)
9:00 PM Assembly at pick-up point (Manila)
10:00 PM Departure to Cagayan

Day 1 (Nov 8, Saturday)
8:00 AM Arrival at Gonzaga, Cagayan (Sta. Clara jump-off)
9:00 AM Registration & orientation
10:00 AM Start trek to Mt. Cagua Volcano
1:00 PM Estimated arrival at summit (lunch along trail, bring packed food)
2:00 PM Explore crater, fumaroles, caldera views, photo ops
3:00 PM Descent back to base
6:00 PM Arrival at base/accommodation check-in
7:00 PM Dinner (hosted meal)
9:00 PM Socials/rest

Day 2 (Nov 9, Sunday)
6:00 AM Breakfast (hosted meal)
7:00 AM Checkout, departure for sidetrip (Baggao / Callao Cave – optional add-on ₱500)
3:00 PM Start travel back to Manila
11:00 PM Estimated arrival in Manila

Mode of Payment
Downpayment ₱1,500 per head (non-refundable)
Balance to be settled on or before the event date
Payments via GCash or Bank Transfer (details provided upon reservation)

Terms & Conditions
First-come, first-served basis; slots are secured only upon downpayment
Down payment is non-refundable but transferable to another participant for the same event
Organizer reserves the right to reschedule or adjust the itinerary due to weather, road, or safety conditions
Sidetrip participation is optional and subject to an additional fee
Participants must follow Leave No Trace (LNT) principles

Reminders
Bring a valid ID for registration
Pack light, recommended bag weight 7–9 kg only
Bring trail food, water (2L minimum), packed lunch (Day 1)
Wear proper hiking shoes or sandals with a good grip
Practice responsible tourism — respect locals and the environment

Things to Bring
Backpack (30–40L recommended)
at least 2L of water
Sleeping bag/blanket / mat (depends on the homestay booked)
Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries
Raincoat or poncho
Jacket or warm clothing
Extra clothes and socks (packed in waterproof bags)
Toiletries and hygiene kit
Personal medications and first aid essentials
Hat / cap / scarf for sun protection
Eating utensils and reusable water bottle
Powerbank
Plastic / trash bag (for your own trash – Leave No Trace)