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What to Expect at Paraiso De June Quixote Ecofarm Resort

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Paraiso De June Quixote Ecofarm Resort is one of the newly ecofarm resorts in Maragondon, Cavite. They offer so may outdoor activities that would most probably be enjoyed by the adrenaline junkie. But as early as now, before you even see the budget breakdown, I must say that the fees for these activities are not cheap. But is it worth it? Find out below or you may click on this link for a virtual tour: Paraiso de June Quixote Ecofarm Resort in Maragondon, Cavite

We only happened to experience two adrenaline activities because: (1) we went there on a weekend and the place is once again crowded just like our previous tour at torres farm;  (2) we didn’t brought enough cash because we didn’t expect that the activities would be that expensive.

But did we enjoy it? Yes we did. But personally speaking, they are too pricey compared to other tours we have experienced. This getaway is far from Dito Kay Shellan’s travel mission, which is to give tips on how to travel budgetarian (on a little budget or budget-friendly).

The ATV ride is enjoyable but it will cost you P750 per head and P500 for a backride for just a simple man made trail. We experienced ATV at Mt. Mayon and it only amounted us P850 for two including tip for the guide. 

The sky walk, not really much of an adrenaline adventure will cost you P120, where it actually serves as an entrance fee to access the other part of the resort.

The hanging bicycle is fun and can be enjoyed for P200 each for a back and fort experience.

We didn’t get to take lots of photos because the place is so crowded and you would not enjoy a picture with a lot of photobombers. But, here are some decent photos we have taken at the place:

The good things about Paraiso de June Quixote Ecofarm Resort are (1) they offer delicious and affordable meal, (2) the service is very accommodating and all their employees are courteous, helpful, and approachable, (3) they have live bands at the al fresco dining which you can jam with if you like, (4) No parking fee, and (5) most amenities are pretty much free for children like the go karts and the activities at the park.

To sum it up, here’s the budget breakdown you should prepare if you opt to go here disregarding our warning that this is not a budgetarian getaway:

Sky walk: P120 / per head

Hanging bicycle: P200 / per head

ATV ride: P750 / per head

ATV back ride: P500 / per head

Food: we had full stomachs with less than P1000 including drinks, for three. Which is why it is also perfect for a family getaway. Plus, they serve free water.

Other activities:

Rappelling

Swimming

Zipline (soon to operate)

Crystal Kayaking

See this photos for more:

How to get there:

Just pin Paraiso de June Quixote Ecofarm Resort on Google Map or Waize. Once you are around 10 mins. Away, be vigilant to look for the small signage of the place but you will know you have arrived at the entrance when you see a decorated vehicle pathways that leads to the parking space.

I suggest that if you are going as a group, book grab, it will be much cheaper if you divide the fee, because the place is not really accessible by public transportation.

Enjoy and God bless.

Solitude Campsites in Maragondon, Cavite

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One of the things that traveling made me realize was that there are still so many undiscovered places out there that you can go to if you are looking for a solitude moment with nature.

If I were to ask, I would like them to remain undiscovered by the public, so as to maintain its solitude and prevent future damage that people cause. It is a fact that we, human, destroy beautiful things. But since the local look at this opportunity as additional source of income, I am sharing their place but it comes with a plead to follow the simple ‘leave no trash, take nothing but pictures’ policy.

These camping sites are found at Brgy. Pinagsanhan, Maragondon, Cavite. Their location is quite hard to find even if you use google map or waze. There are also no signage available to help you locate them. Actually, we’ve been here a year ago when we attempted to climb Mt. Buntis, we just didn’t know back then that there are campsites as you go deep the forest. We have come to know 3 campsites: (1} Bonifacio Shrine, where few campers stay and perfect for a more solitude moment with the nature but there is no river; (2) Tribu Campsite, where there is available river but the place can easily be crowded, therefore can disturb your goal for a solitude moment; (3) Kuya G Campsite, there is also a river but it is farther than the 2 campsites. Among these, Tribu Campsite was where we stayed at. Actually, we were planning for Kuya G, but we mistaken Tribu Campsite as Kuya G because we didn’t know there is another campsite before Kuya G. 

Anyway, here are the photos taken at Tribu Campsite:

If you prefer to see the motion documentation, here is our vlog about our trip here: Campsites in Maragondon, Cavite

Here is the budget breakdown for this trip:

120 – Entrance fee per head overnight

80 – Entrance fee per head day tour

200 – Cottage

100 – Duyan rental fee

300 – Tent rental fee good for 3-4 pax

Tribu Campsite has very accommodating keepers. They assisted us with all the stuff we need. They also offer cooking services if you’d like to. They own many dogs but all are harmless.

I almost forgot to mention that one of the things that indicates you are almost near the campsite is when you have already crossed 2 rivers. Motorcycles can cross them, unless heavy rain pours down.

Have a very careful trip, God bless!

Island Tour at Patungan Beach in Maragondon, Cavite

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We’ve been planning to hike a mountain before the year ends. But because we also want to spend quality time with our furr babies, we decided to spend the holiday on a beach instead. Thus, we booked at Patungan Beach in Maragondon, primarily because they offer island hopping too.

But let me clarify this early that we have not experienced island hopping due to heavy waves. That’s what your get when you scheduled a beach adventure during Ber months. Instead, it was replaced with an island tour (watch our adventure here: Maragondon Island Tour), which happened to be the wildest ride we had on an ocean so far. Well, as what I’ve said, that’s what you get when you scheduled a beach adventure during ber months.

The main highlight of our stay here at Patungan Beach is the Island tour and the swimming on the fish sanctuary. The island tour takes more than 2 hour-boat ride (back and forth). We stay at fish sanctuary less than an hour and head back to Patungan Beach. It costs us 2,500 but it’s so worth it, especially when the boat driver masters the art of riding big waves. We were terrified by the waves and thought that the boat would flip. And thank God it didn’t. I think we also passed by the island which we stayed during a trip where we own an island for a day, it was our trip to Carabao Island, but I couldn’t distinguish the island anymore.

 

The stay at the beach cottage is also a first hand nature experience. If being close to the nature is what you are looking for, then Patungan Cottages is right for you. Toilets are available too. We spend a night at the cottage and went home before lunchtime the next day. To proper guide you with the itinerary, here’s ours:

Itinerary:
5AM – departure
6:30AM – Arrived at Patungan Beach
7:00AM – settled at the cottage
8:00AM – finished Breakfast
9:00AM – cooking lunch
10:00AM – Lunch time
10:45AM – board the boat for island tour
10:45AM – 12NN – island tour
12NN – arrived at fish sactuary
12:50PM – board the boat back to the beach
12:50PM – 1:50PM – boat ride back to Patungan Beach
2:00PM – 5:00PM – Siesta
5:00PM – 5:30PM – Preparing Dinner
7:00PM – Dinner
8:00PM onward – free time until sleep time
6:00AM – Preparing breakfast
7:00AM – Breakfast
8:00AM – Pack Up
9:00AM – 10:00AM – Free time
10:30AM – Board tricycle back to pick up point back home

Things to bring:
Uling
Flash light
Mineral Water
Toiletries
Under water cam
Power bank
Garbage bag

Note: The community doesn’t have electricity yet, they only rely on solar panel that provides them energy so there will be times that all the can provide you is light at the cottage. However, some locals offer generator for rent if you badly need electricity.

Budget:
2,500 – island hopping / island tour
2,000 – overnight cottage with 1 room
50/pax – tricycle going to the beach

We recommend Sir Allan Agustine for island hopping / island tour boat ride. Simply look for him. I can also give you our contact for the cottage accommodations, they will provide things for you that you forgot to bring, (e.g kawali). If you are wondering if there are stores at the community, there are. But I suggest, that you bring your own things because we do not guarantee that all items you need are available at the stores.

Here are the instagrammable photos we took at the beach:

Enjoy your stay and escapade!

Cavite Beach During Pre-Christmas Holiday

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If there’s someone among my followers here in this blog who misses my hiking adventure, don’t worry, I miss it too. And I was hoping to climb another soon, together with my fiance, just like these road trips with him.

But anyway, being connected with nature is not limited with climbing mountains. Where we went on this trip can relieve stress too. Peace and serenity were found too (only during this season, I guess). Wonderful nature can be seen too. Instagrammable spots are just bonuses. Besides, we travel to enjoy and savor the moment; to refresh us from within and not to get many likes nor countless post shares. Otherwise, you’ll end up draining yourself even more.

Obviously, if you’re in Cavite and you wanted to reconnect with nature, beaches are the ones you can easily go to since it is a coastal place. Hence, we went to one.

There were only few people in this resort, and we even went there weekend. So if you’re the kind of person who hates crowded places but loves being on a beach and has no money to rent one just for yourself and your family then go there during this season.

Here’s my vlog to see exactly what I’m describing: Beach Vlog and Roadtrip

Meanwhile, here are the instagrmmable photos we got on this place:

And if these photos urge you to visit a beach now, please do yourself a favor by going. But remember that instagrammable shots are just bonuses, it must never be your reason why you travel.

Thank you and shalom!

Mt. Gulugod Baboy with Anilao, Batangas Beach Sidetrip

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If you are looking for a mountain for beginners, then Mt. Gulugod Baboy is the right choice for you. As in right and perfect choice. You will reach the summit in less than 5 minutes. No kidding. But that was because we started the trek in a different jump-off, where vehicles are allowed to climb the mountain. So, if you are planning to trek this mountain, try using the jump-off near Philpan Dive resort, yet still, this mountain is perfect for first timers.

Here are the views at the summit:

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Meanwhile, here are the photos we’ve taken at the beach just near (walking distance) Anilao port: IMG_3195

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There you go, I hope you’ve been inspired to also take your early summer get-away with the pictures above. Shalom!

By the way, here’s an avp of our get-away: Mt. Gulugod Baboy with Anilao Beach Sidetriip

And here’s our budget breakdown for this trip:
Van Transpo – 370 (4000/11 pax + Parking fee)
Registration – 40
Anilao Beach – 80
Cottage – 45 (500/11 pax)

Total – 535

 

Things to bring:
Water
Swimming clothes
Sandals
Extra clothes
Trash bag
Plastic bag (for wet clothes)
Energy bar (like chocolates)
Trail snacks
Packed lunch (optional, since nasa baba na tayo ng lunch, may bilihan na)
Snacks at the beach (sharing tayo a :D)
Toiletries
First aid kit (Alcohol, cotton, band aid)

 

Itinerary: (Expectation)
2:30 AM – Tejero
5:00 AM – Jump Off / Gear up
5:30 AM – Start of trek
8:30 AM – Summit
8:30 AM to 10:00 AM – Photo op / rest
10:00 AM – start of trek going down
12:00 NN – bottom
12:00 NN to 1:00 PM – lunch
1:00 PM to 1:30 PM- going to the beach
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM – free time at the beach
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM – wrap up/pack up
5:30 PM – board the van
8:00 PM – Tejero

Itinerary: (Reality)
2:30 AM – Tejero
6:30 AM – Jump Off / Gear up / Registration
7:00 AM – Start of trek
7:05 AM – Summit 1
7:15 AM – Summit 2
8:00 AM – start of trek going down
8;10 AM – bottom
8:30 – Anilao Port
9:00 – beach
11:00 AM – lunch
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM – wrap up/pack up
2:00 PM – board the van
5:00 PM – Tejero