Laiban Falls | Tanay, Rizal

Date: January 5, 2017 | Author: Jeric Par Esplana | Category: Travel Rizal

Laiban Falls

Laiban Falls is the newest attraction of Tanay, Rizal. It is located in Brgy. Laiban where this waterfall got its name. This waterfall is one of the highlight in Mt. Ngusong Kabayo and Tangwa Peak expedition. Laiban Falls gained its popularity because of its picture-perfect water basin in turquoise color. It’s very accessible and just 2-3 hours ride away from the Metro.

It is composed of more than 4 waterfalls but still named as Laiban Falls in general. The first waterfall is said to be the eating area according to our guide but please do leave no trace policy. The water is very clear and rich in blue algae that made its color very attractive. Most of the water basins are shallow and very spacious where the tourist can swim and relax. There are parts where the rocks are slippery and a bit steep but still manageable without the help of tour guide. Laiban Falls is surrounded by thick forest with different species of flowers and it is also rich in Paco Plants where you can use in making a salad.

crystal clear basin

first waterfall encountered

shallow basin

The most exciting part in this Laiban Falls expedition is the famous blood sucking animal known as Limatic. There is a certain part where the guide will tell the tourist to run just to escape from Limatics, the faster the better but safety first all the time.

TIP: Bring salt or put detergent soap from your shoes/sandals up to your knee to prevent these Limatics suck your blood. 

Limatics

HOW TO GET THERE:

[Option 1]: Ride a Jeepney from Cubao going to Cogeo/Gate2, fare is Php 25.00 and travel time is around 30-45 mins. Drop off at Cogeo then ride another Jeepney going to Sampaloc and tell the driver to drop you off at Brgy. Mayagay, fare is Php 55.00 and will take almost 1 hour travel time. From the highway, take a Habal-Habal that will bring you to the Registration Area which is the Brgy. Hall of Laiban, fare is Php 100.00 per head and additional 30 min. ride.

NOTE: Rates are subject to change without prior notice

VEHICLE	FROM	TO	FARE	TRAVEL TIME
Jeepney	Cubao	Cogeo/Gate2	Php 25.00	45 mins.
Jeepney	Cogeo	Brgy. Mayagay	Php 55.00	1 hour
Habal-Habal	Mayagay HW	Brgy. Laiban	Php 100.00/pax	45 mins.

[Option 2]: Ride a van/Jeepney from Starmall Shaw going to Tanay Rizal, fare is Php 70.00 and a travel time of almost 2 hours depending on the traffic. Drop off at Tanay Market then ride another another Jeepney bound for Brgy. Laiban itself, fare is Php 75.00 with a travel time of 2 hours.

NOTE: Rates are subject to change without prior notice

VEHICLE	FROM	TO	FARE	TRAVEL TIME
Van/Jeepney	Shaw (Starmall)	Tanay, Rizal	Php 70.00	1-2 hrs.
Jeepney	Tanay Market	Brgy. Laiban	Php 75.00	1-2 hrs.

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NOTE / REMINDER / TIP:

•  WHEN YOU’RE IN A BIG GROUP, you can ask the local to provide you a Jeepney that will bring you to the jump-off area (vice-versa). Php 3,000.00 – Php 5,000.00 is the price range depending on the numbers of people.
•  PREPARE A ROUGH-ROAD RIDE IN A HABAL-HABAL, you will be passing 9 shallow clear rivers before reaching the jump-off area so prepare having a WET shoes while trekking.
•  PERMIT is required but you can nicely ask the registration officers to prepare it for you. Inform them before the date of hike thru text/call/email.
•  LIMATIC is visible in some part of the trail so prepare to RUN or just put soap from feet up to your knees. (Don’t be afraid, it’s just a limatic)
•  TOUR GUIDE is required (1:5 for Php 500.00.
•  REGISTRATION FEE starts at Php 20.00 (Package: Php 80.00 for 4 travel destinations including Mt. Ngusong Kabayo, Mt. Tangwa, Laiban Falls and White Rocks River.
• OVERNIGHT is not yet allowed but subject for possibility to open soon.
• SIGNAL CONNECTION for globe users is not visible all throughout the trail (according to my experience).
• POTABLE WATER near the Laiban Falls
• WASH AREA is located within the jump-off area for Php 10.00 (Kagawad’s house)
• SPECIAL LOMI (Kumpletos Rekados) for only Php 35.00 at Kagawad’s House)

THINGS TO BRING:

• Flashlight/headlamp (early morning trek)
• 1 liter of water (it’s up to you)
• Limatic remover (soap / salt / tweezer)
• Sunlight protection (lotion / sleeves)
• Extra shirt / short / underwear / slipper
• Light poncho (optional)
• Trail food
• Sealed plastic cover for gadgets
• Extra plastic bags for trashes and wet clothes
• EXTRA MONEY

OTHER EXPENSES	PRICE
Tour Guide	Php 500.00 (1:5)
Registration Fee	Php 20.00 per travel destination
Comfort Room Fee	Php 10.00
ESTIMATED EXPENSES	PHP 700.00 / GROUP OF 2

--Nature Shots--

Majestic view on top

clear water

stolen shot of a photographer

--Travel Selfies--

look up! look up!

just chillin'

model

fierce look

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