Pongas Falls of Sagada

Southern Sagada may be among the least explored areas in town but unknown to many, this part of Sagada offers some of the most rewarding adventures and that includes trekking the village of Ankileng to see the beautiful Pongas Falls. Pongas Falls in Ankileng Sagada is fast becoming a hotspot Pongas Falls is one of Sagada’s newest attractions and fast becoming a hotspot. No wonder because it is a real trekker’s treat, a daring adventure, a challenging destination. The waterfalls... Read More

Updated Travel Guide: Sagada

Fifteen hundred feet above the sea is a small and tranquil town of Sagada in Mountain Province, 275 Kilometers north of Manila. A remote town with so much to offer to anyone who chooses to experience its distinct appeal. With its temperate weather, wondrous caves and cliffs, lofty rice terraces and waterfalls, luscious foods and delicacies, rich heritage and traditions, Sagada promises everyone an unforgettable and truly remarkable experience with nature and culture. Sagada also... Read More

The Rice Terraces of Sagada

You do not need to go to Banaue or Batad to see the striking rice terraces because scattered all over Cordillera are these unique architectural masterpieces – the carefully hand carved mountainsides that seems giant steps forming stairways to the sky with its origin that can be traced back thousand years ago. Rice Terraces of Bangaan in Northern Sagada While Banaue and Batad in Ifugao are among the popular sites for these wonders, Sagada has its own share of magnificent... Read More

Sagada: Firsts on my Eighth

Sagada is home, but though I have been to this place a couple of times, there are still a lot of activities that I haven’t done and places that I haven’t visited. So in my eighth homecoming, I was very delighted to cross out four items on my “still to-do in Sagada” list. The rice terraces of Ankileng, Sagada Kiltepan Sunrise Cost: P450 for van rental We woke up at five in the morning to catch the best view of Sagada sunrise at Kiltepan Viewpoint. It wasn’t... Read More

Sagada Weekend: From Home to Home

It has been ten months since I last had a glimpse of Sagada. Ten months, though it seemed like years , even eternity. As the agony of terribly missing the place was becoming unbearable, I couldn’t help but follow my heart’s will. I decided to go back to Sagada. After ten months, I was back in Sagada. Walking along its road decorated with flowers and pine trees. The abrupt decision came to me early evening of Friday, October 14th. Hoping to catch the last trip going... Read More

Photoblog: Sagada’s Festival of Lights

Every first day of November, Sagadians gather at the cemetery to remember their departed loved ones. But instead of lighting traditional candles, they use woods of old pine trees locally called “saeng“, a flammable wood from old pine trees, to create bonfires on the graves of their departed. They call it “panag-apoy”, a tradition long been practiced in Sagada, Mountain Province. Shortly after the mass has ended, Sagadians proceed to the nearby cemetery to light their... Read More

Sagada Favorite: Yoghurt House

A Sagada trip will never be complete without a moment at Yoghurt House. For years this decent and cozy restaurant has been synonymous with great food experience in this remote town, thus establishing itself as one of Sagada’s landmarks. Mama Sagada I’m coming home! Situated a few meters from the Municipal Hall, on the boundary of Barangay Poblacion and Dagdag, along the road leading to the Sumaguing and  Lumiang Caves, Yogurt House invites everyone to experience... Read More

Ten Things To Do in Sagada (for Newbies)

It is not a secret that I love Sagada, in fact I have been to the Philippines’ version of Shangri-La six times already since 2008. This highland town of temperate weather, lovely people and good food, is also one of the best places in the Philippines to experience culture, nature and adventure. Surprisingly, the place remains unknown to many, so for those who are clueless of Sagada but planning to visit the place soon, it would be best to go there with all the surprises... Read More

Panag-apoy: Sagada’s Festival of Light

At sundown, the cemetery appears to be a town drowning in fire. Every first of November, Sagadians gather at the cemetery to remember their departed loved ones. But instead of lighting traditional candles, they use woods of old pine trees locally called “saeng“, a flammable wood from old pine trees, to create bonfires on the graves of their departed. They call it “panag-apoy”, a tradition long been practiced in Sagada, Mountain Province. “Panag-apoy” a Kankana-ey term... Read More