Katibawasan Falls
Mambajao, Camiguin · Northern Mindanao
- Swimming
- Family-friendly
- Photography
A tall, single-drop waterfall in the highlands of Camiguin island.
Katibawasan Falls is a slender 70-meter cascade plunging into a cool pool at the base of Mount Timpoong in Camiguin. Surrounded by ferns and orchids, it is a refreshing stop on the island's inland tour. The water can be bracingly cold even on hot days.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 70 m
- Type
- PlungeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- EasyHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱75 per personEnvironmental fee. Motorbike parking is about ₱20 and cottages are extra.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- Year-round; November to May for clear skies
- Barangay
- Pandan
- Coordinates
- 9.2136, 124.7179
How to get to Katibawasan Falls
From Mambajao, Camiguin, take a tricycle or a rented motorbike to Katibawasan Falls (about 15 minutes).
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Cottages
- Food stalls
Accessibility & fitness
A short, stepped walk from the entrance to the pool.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Katibawasan Falls located?
Katibawasan Falls is in Mambajao, Camiguin, within Northern Mindanao. Its coordinates are 9.2136, 124.7179.
How do I get to Katibawasan Falls?
From Mambajao, Camiguin, take a tricycle or a rented motorbike to Katibawasan Falls (about 15 minutes).
How much is the entrance fee at Katibawasan Falls?
The entrance fee at Katibawasan Falls is ₱75 per person. Environmental fee. Motorbike parking is about ₱20 and cottages are extra. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Katibawasan Falls?
Katibawasan Falls is rated easy on our scale. A short, stepped walk from the entrance to the pool. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Katibawasan Falls?
We describe Katibawasan Falls as a plunge waterfall. Water drops almost vertically from a ledge, with little contact between the falling water and the rock. These are the classic free-falling falls, often ending in a deep pool. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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