The Seven Wonders of Northern Samar
1.Go Surf Bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the east and the San Bernardino Strait on the north, Catarman has massive winds to max out a surfing experience. Tamburusan Beach in Catarman is merely two kilometers away from the town proper, which makes it an accessible getaway for unlimited surfing, swimming, and boating. Surfers also like to the ride the rollers in Biri Islands.
2. Rock your World famous for its gargantuan nature sculpted rock formations; the Biri Islands are accessible by tricycle orjeepney from Catarman to Lavezares. The waves coming from the San Bernardino Strait sculpted these rock canopies. At the periphery of Biri are more rock formations, such as Be-lat, Magasang.
3. Divers, Grab your Gears Separated from the mainland by a channel, Binaliw Isle, located in Tinambacan, Calbayog, is a popular spot for underwater exploration. Favored for its 40- to 50-meter drop from the water surface, the less than a hectare-wide spot is a gallery of marine species, corals, and seashells. Bani Island Beaches—a top pick for scuba diving—and Talisay
Beach—a coral and shell sanctum, are within reach at approximately half an hour boat ride from Lavezares. PAL flies between Manila and Catarman thrice a week, and between Manila and Calbayog four times a week. For more information, call PAL reservations office (+632 855 8888 and +632 855 7777) or log on to www.philippineairlines.com. accessible from the Calbayog city
4. Falls to Dive for Calbayog is not called the “City of Waterfalls” for nothing. Submerge or dive in the clear water swirls of the five waterfalls and eight mini falls that fringe the city. Most popular is the Bangon-Bugtong Falls located about three kilometers off the main road of Barangay Tinaplacan. The falls, known for its unique 30-meterdiameter pond that forms upstream, supplies hydro-electric power for the city and nearby communities. Turrets of rock formations surround Lologayan falls, located in Barangay San Joaquin and within an hour’s ride away from Calbayog City.
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5. Nature Explore Guinogo-an Cave in Barangay Longsob, Oquendo district, Calbayog, is frequented for spelunking. Its wide entrance opens to a pool that leads to a dim tunnel with jagged ceiling. Keep your torch alive— literally—while exploring it. On the western side is the enigmatic Danao Cave that’s known as a ritual place and a haven of snakes and bats. For bird watchers and fishing enthusiasts, head off to Dalupiri Island in San Antonio, Catarman. The desolate white-sand isle is sanctuary for birds.
6. Hot for Beaches Within a 10-minute ride from Tinambacan is the Lo-ok Beach, alluring for its coconut palms backdrop. It’s also Magsapad, Puhunan, and Caranas, as well as lagoons for wading. Proper, this is a mere 30-minute ride away. Nearer still to the city; located along Maharlika Highway is Bagacay Beach. Its white sand coast and resort cottages score high with leisure travelers. Not a beach but a natural spring, Mapaso Spring, located in Barangay Rizal, Oquendo district, is a “boiling” hot spring. Shrimp-like crustaceans called pokot thrive in its temperature.
7. Side Trip the Samar Archeological Museum in Calbayog City presents a glimpse of Samar history with a foray of artifacts collected from all over the island. Architectural masterpieces such as The Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral, the biggest church in all of Samar, and the Catarman Cathedral—a baroque-style edifice in Catarman. Just a hop off the coast of Catarman is Capul Island where a 143-meter high light house stands, looking over the San Bernardino Strait. As if to complement the gigantic landmark, a sunken pool bordered with rocks is nearby. Locals believe that a giant crossed the islands centuries ago and created the “footprint”—a prophecy perhaps that Samar is soon going to make a mark as a tourist destination.
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