Top 10 Rivers in the Philippines for Tourists

In my eight years of travel around the Philippines, I have seen some of the best and biggest rivers in the Philippines. I have seen the the Rio De Grande Cagayan (top view) while I was on board a plane en route to Tuguegarao and the Rio De Grande of Mindanao while passing in Cotabato City. 

But these rivers are not tourist spots. Here are the top rivers for tourists in the Philippines! 

My Top Ten Rivers in the Philippines for Tourists

1. Enchanted River, Hinatuan, Agusan Del Sur (The only crystal-blue water river in the Philippines. The majestic sight is really jaw-dropping!)

Related link - http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/12/enchanted-river.html


2. Pagsanjan River, Laguna (known for its majestic falls and its rapids, you will love the adventure going to the falls!)

Related link - http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/11/the-thrill-of-rapids-in-pagsanjan-and.html


3. Davao River (The best river in the Philippines for white river rafting. The long, numerous, winding and perilous rapids will surely give you the adrenalin boost that you long for!)

Related link -  http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/11/white-river-rafting-in-davao.html


4. Cagayan De Oro River  (The second best river for white river rafting)

Related link -  http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/11/12-of-my-best-adventures-in-philippines.html


5. Chico River, Kalinga-Apayao (Third best river for white river rafting)

from Chico River Quest, Inc

Related link - http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2013/03/passing-in-kalinga.htm

6. Loboc River, Bohol (known for its buffet river cruise)

Related link - http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/11/experience-bohol.html



7. Villa Escudero River, Tiaong, Quezon (known for  its buffet lunch at the falls, bamboo raft cruise and fishing)

Related link - http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/12/get-close-to-nature-in-villa-escudero_31.html

8.Governor's Rapids, Quirino (known for its river rafting using a canoe)

Related link - http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2013/03/amazing-quirino.html

9. Panguil River Eco-Park, Pangil, Laguna (known for its trekking,  tubing, and Ambon-Ambon Falls)

Related link - http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2014/02/ambon-ambon-falls-natividad-pangil.html


10. Puerto Princesa Underground River, Palawan (Originally, it was not part of the list since I categorize it more as a cave. PPUR is known for its rock formations inside the cave. But since it is one of Asia's longest underground river, then PPUR should be included)

Related links -
http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/11/32-ecotourism-spots-in-philippines.html
http://junvillegas.blogspot.com/2012/11/puerto-princesa-travel-and-itinerary.html