Camiguin Island:
As a natural paradise, the island is perhaps unmatched anywhere else in Southeast asia. This exquisite island province of varied ecosystems stirs the imagination and baffles the mind. Camiguin boasts kilometers of untouched coastlines with swaying coconut trees and is dotted with hot and a cold springs. Fine beaches offer sun-filled days of relaxation and the clear blue water, enchanting marine life and coral reefs beckon diving enthusiasts from all over the world. Get entranced by the beauty of nature as you trek the heights of Camiguin volcanoes, discover and explore unknown trails and caves, delight in the spray of majestic waterfalls, or simply be taken in by the panorama of fields and seas.
Tourist Attractions:
- TANGUINES LAGOON: A man-made lagoon mantled by limpid water, large cliffs and gently rolling hills. An ideal place to hire a boat and go fishing for the day. Located in Benoni, Mahinog.
- MT. HIBOK-HIBOK: Approach is through the base of Barangay Tagdo in Mambajao. It is the only active volcano among the 7 others on the island; the 1,250 meter slope is a challenge to climbers as the trek entails skillful maneuvers in loose rocks and boulders. There is a crater like lake and steam outlets on top of the peak. A clear view of the entire island and Bohol are among the rewards.
- OLD VULCAN: The old volcano drops into the sea and makes a natural road high above the ocean. The place has a sheer drop-off of 80 meters; a ledge of shallow water and rocks to sit on and sunbathe. Rich corals abound in the ocean below. Located 13kms west of Mambajao.
- WHITE ISLAND: An uninhabited white sandbars with the picturesque Mt. Hibok-hibok and old volcan as its backdrop. The picturesque island is ideal for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling and viewing the sunrise and sunset over Camiguin. Located 2kms across the sea from Agoho ang Yumbing.
- MANTIGUE ISLAND: The island is 4 hectares of evergreen forest fringed with white sandy beaches. A fishing village is found in the north side of the island. One side of the island is a white sand beach with coral offshore, while the opposite side provides a deep drop-off for snorkeling and scuba diving. Located 3kms off shore across from Barangay Hubangon and San Roque in Mahinog.
- SUNKEN CEMETERY: A large white cross marks a cemetery swept into the sea by Old Vulcan Daan's eruption in 1871. From here it is a perfect place to watch the glorious sunset over the ocean. It is also an ideal place for snorkeling and scuba diving. Located in Bonbon, 16kms from Catarman.
- OLD CATARMAN CHURH RUINS: Remnants of the Vulcan Daan eruption in 1871, the monument with its thick century-old walss, belfry and convent stand reminiscent of the second Spanish settlement establishes in 1697. Located in Bonbon, 16kms from Catarman.
- VIA CROSSES, OLD VOLCANO: Life-size statues depicting the 14 stations of the cross dot the trail to the Old Volcano's peak. There are great views of the island from the top. Located in Bonbon, 16kms from Catarman
