Stunning get away feat. Kaitulari Eco-Park.

Do you long to escape the hassle and bustle of city life? Or want to soak in the warmth of the mid day sun? Or explore diverse wonders of nature and feel mother natures calming embrace?

Go, discover Kaitulari Mountain Resort, where nature and you are one!

Situated at the foot of Mount Canla-on in Brgy. Guinpana-an, Moises Padilla, Negros Occidental, you can see wonders of the surroundings. Such beautiful sceneries that will take your breath away. Like lovely flowers embedded on the wilderness, and a perfect view of Mount Canla-on where it’s outlook provides an expansive view of the vast expanses of rice fields. Kaitulari Mountain Resort reveals the splendor of nature from water that came from spring of big rocks under the roots of huge trees which also serve as a drinking water for the community near the area. This picturesque resort offers two descending pool with a cool crystalline water to calm the spirit. The pool was enclosed by man-made sheds and cottages under the canopy of huge trees. This resort can be also used in some essential events like family reunions and weddings. This great hideaway is good for weekend getaway and serve as haven for those who want to relax and experience the greatness of nature.

Among the amenities improved in KAITULARI MOUNTAIN RESORT are:

* Swimming pool for adult and children

* Infinity Pool

* cool native cottages (made of bamboo)

* Pavilion (available for day & night activity)

* Session Hall

* Billiard

* Videoke

* Resto Bar

* Tilapiahan

* Air-condition Rooms/Native Rooms

* River Trekking

* Waterfalls

* Lake

* Fish foot spa

* Body Massage

* Playground (for kids)

* Wishing Well and Wishing Bell

And many more, oh diba? Complete package mga bes! You can bring your foods and drinks you wished too, but they can accommodate if ever you want them to prepare food for your company and friends.

Fees

Entrance Fee: Php 35 for adult and Php 25 for kids (They give discount if you are a      resident of Brgy. Guinpana-an

Cottages: Php 350/8Max

For more info, see https://attracttour.com/2013/03/kaitulari-budget-rate-and-fees/

How to get there?

If you choose to ride by public transportation:

• Take a Canlaon Ceres Bus from South Terminal, Bacolod City.
• It will get you there for only Php 120 for non-aircon and Php 140 for Air-conditioned Ceres Bus (for students and senior citizens there is a 20% discount, if you bring your ID’s)
• After passing Magallon proper, just inform the ceres bus conductor to drop you by the entrance going to Kaitulari Mountain Resort or also known as “Bangga Tulabong” and that is beside the elementary school, the capital landmark of Brgy. Guinpana-an.

So much inspiration and historical thoughts – the man shared his vision which led him to preserve a 30 hectare property where you can commune with nature. Simple as he is, he shares what he has, for preserving and protecting God’s blessings through his continuing efforts in protecting the environment and sharing this experience to the generations to come. 

 

 

Watch my short Vlog when I was in Kaitulari :

Welcome to Bacolod

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PVKfa8SNNQ

QUICK FACTS & TIPS ABOUT BACOLOD CITY

Here are few facts and tips to consider when traveling around Bacolod.

1. Bacolod celebrates the renowned Masskara festival every 3rd week of October. It is a spectacle of colorful, vibrant masks that comes in a mardi gras of street dancing on a mix of latin and tribal music. During the festival, hotels are mostly booked. Travelers are advised to look for accommodation 3 months ahead of the trip.
2. The streets of Bacolod become busy around 5-7PM after school and office hours, and worse on holidays and during the Masskara festival. Don’t be caught in the traffic.
3. The city can tickle even the deepest of your gastronomic delights. Set aside a considerable amount for food trip.
4. A terminal fee of P200 is required in your exit flight. Consider this on your list of expenses.
5. Avoid getting ripped off. Be wary of taxi drivers that do not use a meter.
6. Bacolod City makes for a good base for Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park and to the nearby historic district of Silay.
7. A kilometer zero post can be found at the Capitol ground.

HOW TO GET TO BACOLOD CITY

Here are your options in getting to Bacolod city:

By Air Below are local destinations that offer plane trips to Bacolod.

• Angeles
• Butuan
• Cagayan de Oro
• Cebu
• Davao
• Puerto Princesa
• Manila

The airport is situated at Silay, its metropolitan area. Upon your arrival, you can choose any of the options below to get to Bacolod City.

1. Shuttle Service which is provided outside the airport for a fare of P150 per person.
2. Public transportation. Take a tricycle outside the airport and head to Silay center where you can take a bus or jeepney bound for Bacolod North Terminal. At the terminal, ride another jeepney to your destination.
3. Van which is located at the airport’s parking area. Fare is around P150 per person.
4. Taxi (or GrabTaxi) with an estimated fare of P250. Ask the driver to use a metered fare to avoid getting ripped off.

By Bus Traveling by bus is possible from these local destinations:

• Cebu – Head to the South Bus terminal and look for Ceres buses plying to Bacolod city.
• Dumaguete City – At the bus terminal near Robinsons mall, catch a Ceres bus to Bacolod. Trip goes every hour.
• other towns in Negros

Take note that there are 2 bus terminals in Bacolod, both operated by Ceres Liner:

• Ceres Southbound Terminal – for buses from and to Dumaguete (via Mabinay)
• Ceres Northbound Terminal – for buses from and to Cebu (via Toledo or Tabuelan), San Carlos (via Don Salvador Benedicto), Bayawan (via Cauayan and Sipalay) and Kanlaon City (via La Carlota, La Castellana, Moises Padilla)

By Ferry (Click here for the shipping line, schedule and fare.)

• Manila
• Iloilo

TOP ATTRACTIONS IN & NEAR BACOLOD CITY

Here are 6 top tourist spots that you can cover in a day tour or with an itinerary for 2 to 3 days while in and near Bacolod city.

THE NEGROS MUSEUM

A 1925 constructed museum which lays out an interesting display of artifacts and various artworks that illustrate the defining past of the province. It is located beside the Hall of Justice, 3 minutes away from the Provincial Capitol. General admission is P100, senior citizen is P80, and students is P70. Operations hours is from 9AM to 6PM from Monday to Saturday.
Rating: 2/5

THE RUINS (MANSION)

The then-mansion-turned-to-ruins was built by a sugar baron for his Portuguese wife upon her death. The place is considerably one of the most famous heritage landmarks in the country and is a premier destination for events in Bacolod. The Ruins welcomes visitors from 8:30AM to 8:00PM daily. Entrance fee is P100. The best time to visit is in the evening when the entire structure is lit up. After enjoying the Ruins, roam around the 400-hectare mansion and find yourself a comfortable seat at its park.
To get here by public transport, take a jeepney en route to Bata from the downtown area. Drop off at the tricycle terminal near a Pepsi factory. There is a sign showing the way to the Ruins. If you haven’t spotted the sign, ask any motorcycle driver in the area for directions. Some drivers would offer to take you to the ruins but the better way is to charter a tricycle which is only around the corner. Take note that there are no available transport from the Ruins back to the main road. It is best to ask the tricycle driver to wait. The round trip on a tricycle would set you back about P80-100, depending on your negotiation with the driver.
Rating: 3/5

CAMPUESTOHAN HIGHLAND RESORT

A sweet escape from the busy streets of Bacolod, Campuestohan is a rural theme park that sits on a 5-hectare highland overlooking mountains. It features a lineup of Native American inspired tepees that can accommodate 6 people. The resort has a garden, restaurant, outdoor pool, kid’s play area, ice cream shop, and a cafe. Activities available here are zipline and cable hamster wheel among others. Contact them at +63 915 211 1406, +63 917 300 5007, +63 977 804 0808 or visit their website for more details.
There are two options to get here: 1) By shuttle service which stations at Caltex Circumferential road in front of McDonalds or at i-Mart convenience store. Trip goes daily in an hourly basis from 7:00AM-3:00PM. Last trip from the resort to the city is at 5:00PM. One way fare is P60. 2) By public transport, ride a jeepney to Burgos Market. Fare is P8. At the market, ride another jeepney that goes to Alagilan terminal. Fare is P20. At the terminal, charter a tricycle to Campuestohan. Round trip is P400.
Rating: 3/5

MAMBUKAL SPRINGS RESORT

LAKAWON ISLAND

At the coast of Cadiz, outside Bacolod city, is an imposing, banana-shaped island that brags of its sublime, white sands that extend to 13 hectares. Book for an overnight stay (by room, hut, cottage or canopy tent) and jam at the evening party or enjoy a good drink on its floating bar (the bar operates until 5PM Monday to Thursday, until 8PM Friday to Sunday). To get here, make way to the Ceres North terminal in Bacolod. Catch a bus that goes to Burgos public market for P250. Transfer on a tricycle going to the port for P120, travel time is 15 minutes. Book for a boat to the island and pay all fees for P270 . For day use guests, last trip back to mainland is 5PM. Travel time is 30 minutes. Contact them at +63 917 555 6979, +63 939 969 7574 or visit Lakawon Island website.
Note: Food items here can become pricey so bring your own food. Corkage fee is P50. Also, customer service and amenities in the resort sometimes require extra patience. Pack a load of it. 😉
Rating: 3/5