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The Aguinid Waterfalls in Samboan, Cebu, are a true natural paradise and, for us, rank among the most breathtaking waterfalls in all of Asia. With their eight impressive falls at different heights and tiers, they offer not only a spectacular sight but also an unforgettable adventure for anyone who makes the trip. Aguinid Falls are still fairly “off the beaten path” and can be explored in harmony with nature. Unlike the well-known Kawasan Falls, what awaits you here is nature in the raw!
We’ve put together everything you need to know about Aguinid Falls in this detailed guide.
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Getting there & admission
The journey to Aguinid Waterfalls is especially enjoyable if you go by scooter. Start from Moalboal or another nearby town and enjoy the scenic coastal road. Along the way you pass idyllic places such as Ginatilan and the public beach, which make your day trip a more complete experience.
Admission to Aguinid Falls is not free! An environmental fee is charged, and it is MANDATORY to hire tour guides and equipment. In this case that isn’t a rip-off, but genuinely necessary, because there are some tricky climbing sections that would be far too dangerous without a guide and protective gear.
Aguinid Falls Cebu fees:
- Motorcycle parking: 20 PHP
- Shower / changing room: 10 PHP
- Dry bag rental: 100 PHP (bringing your own dry bag is recommended)
- Admission with guide and environmental fees: 350 PHP per person (including equipment, shoes, helmet, vest and guide)
Address: G852+3Q7, Samboan, Cebu, Philippines
Tip: Be sure to wear swimwear and don’t bring valuable devices — everything gets wet!
Aguinid Waterfalls Samboan: A unique nature experience
Aguinid Falls are far from the tourist crowds and offer an unspoiled, quiet setting. Thanks to the seclusion and the clean emerald-green water, the place is perfect for nature lovers looking for peace and beauty.
With their blue pools and clear, clean water, the Aguinid Waterfalls invite you to swim. The falls are divided into different levels, each with its own attractions, including a spectacular infinity pool and various cliffs you can jump from into the water. This is an ideal place for adventurers who want a thrill and like to test themselves in nature.
Challenges and action at Aguinid Falls
Exploring the Aguinid Waterfalls is no walk in the park. The climb to the different levels of the falls — there are 8 levels in total — requires a good level of fitness and is only recommended for fit, younger people. An experienced guide is necessary to get safely over the sometimes demanding and slippery paths. The required equipment, including shoes, helmet and vest, is provided on site.
A visit to Aguinid Falls goes from the bottom up: you climb the 8 tiers step by step, and once you reach the top you’re driven back by car along the road to the starting point. The way we experienced Aguinid Falls, there isn’t really a way back — once you’ve started the climb, you have to see it through or jump from high cliffs into the pools.
Aguinid Falls Cebu — Verdict
The Aguinid Waterfalls in Samboan are a must for adventurers and nature lovers. The impressive beauty of the falls, the crystal-clear water and the challenge of the climb make this a unique experience. Cliff jumping is a great thrill and brings a lot of action. Plan your visit carefully, wear suitable swimwear and be prepared for everything to get wet. Enjoy this spectacular natural wonder and let the unspoiled beauty of the Aguinid Waterfalls work its magic! We found Aguinid Falls worlds better than Kawasan Falls.
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