T a r a na s a

N orth ern
M in d an ao
By: Dan Michael
N Nacua
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Group 5
f a s t f a c t s about
region - x
N orth ern M in d an ao is an admi
nistrative region in th e Phili
ppines. It is also k n ow n as
R egion X.

Th e region al cen ter is Cagayan

d e Oro.

N orth ern M in d an ao h as a total

lan d area of 2,0 4 9,60 2
h ectares.

It h as fiv e provinces: Bukidnon,

Cam igu in , M isam is
O ccid en tal, M isam is O rien tal,
an d L an ao d el Norte.
Th e econ om y of N orth ern M in d an ao
is th e largest region al econ om y
in th e islan d of M in d an ao.

It h as fiv e provinces: Bukidnon,

Cam igu in , M isam is O ccid en tal,
M isam is O rien tal, an d L an ao
d el Norte.
pan of access
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on th e E ast by th e Prov in ces of
Agu san d el N orte an d Su r on th e
Sou th by D av ao d el N orte, an d on
th e W est by th e Prov in ces of
Zam boan ga d el Su r an d Lan ao del Su r.

Strategically located serv in g as th e

gatew ay to an d from th e rest of
M in d an ao, lin k in g th is resou rce-
rich islan d to th e rest of th e
cou n try an d th e w orld v ia its
relativ ely m od ern seaports,
airports, an d an ex ten siv e
arterial road n etw ork
at t r act ion
s anD
activities
Cagayan de Oro (CDO) City is one of the top
places to visit in Northern Mindanao. Apart from
its very active night life, CDO also offers tourists
outdoor activities that adventurous travelers will
surely love.
White Water Rafting is one of the outdoor activities
CDO has to offer. Depending on the preference of
the guests, white water rafting operators offer
half-day and whole- day tours with different level of
rafting difficulties
Dahilayan Nature Park in Bukidnon is
where the longest Zipline in Asia that
stretches 840 meters long can be
experienced. For those who love
adrenaline pumping adventure, they can
opt to try the zipline and scream their
hearts out.
Waterfalls-hopping, then Iligan City would
be the perfect destination. Iligan City,
endowed with lush forests and numerous
waterfalls, is also referred to as “City of
Waterfalls”.
Iligan city is the home of the famous Maria
Christina Falls which is the source of the
hydroelectric power in almost entire
Mindanao.

Among the other majestic falls in Iligan City

are the Lumbatin Falls, Mimbalut Falls and
Tinago Falls.
Camiguin Island is ideal for adventure
lovers, nature enthusiasts and leisure
trippers.
Among the
Ardent Hot many
Springhot springs
is the in the island,
destination of
travelers who want to relax in a pool of
water coming from the depths of Mt.
Hibok-hibok.

White Island of Camiguin, which is an

uninhabited piece of white sand bar. It
also offers a beautiful view of Mt.
Vulcan and Mt. Hibok-hibok.
accomoDation
Apple Tree
Resort
Surrounded by trees and overlooking
Macajalar B ay and Camiguin Island,
this relaxed hotel along a sandy
stretch of Opol B each is 25 km from
The unfussy rooms
Laguindingan offer Airport.
International free W i-Fi,
flat- screen TVs and safes, as well as
tea and coffeemakers; some have pool
views.
Upgraded rooms add minifridges,
while suites feature living areas with
minibars.
Limketkai Luxe
Hotel
This polished hotel is a 13-minute walk
from the Capitol University Museum of
Three Cultures and a 14-minute walk
Relaxed roomsde
from Vicente offer
Laracomplimentary
Park. Wi-
Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus
safes, and tea and coffeemaking
facilities. Suites add separate living
areas.

Amenities include a restaurant/bar, a gym,

and meeting and event space. There's
also a rooftop terrace with an infinity
pool and a bar. Massage services and
breakfast are available.
 Balai sa
Baybay
This resort isResort
your one-stop destination
for quality hotel accommodations in
Camiguin.
While lodging at this wonderful property,
guests can enjoy free W i-Fi in all
rooms, luggage storage, W i-Fi in public
areas, car park, room service.

The hotel offers wonderful

recreational facilities such as private
beach, outdoor pool, diving, spa,
massage to make your stay truly
unforgettable.
Bahay Bakasyonan
sa C amiguin
B ahay-B akasyunan sa Camiguin is a
tropical resort nestled in one of the
Philippines' most captivating islands.
Camiguin's natural heart is revealed in
the unique setting of the resort, which
highlights its quaintness and unparalleled
beauty.

All rooms are equipped with your

conveniences. Timeless elegance
stylish beyond incomparable and
comfortable.
Saddle Ridge
CDAHILAYAN.
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A RELAXING AND PEACEFUL PLACE IN

B ONDINGS AND ROMANTIC DATE TO

YOUR LOVED ONES.

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-BIRTHDAYS
-SEMINARS
-RETREATS
 Go Hotel Iligan
Located in Iligan, in a building dating
from 2018, 9.3 mi from Tinago Falls,
Go Hotels Iligan provides guestrooms
with free W iFi. The accommodations
features a 24-hour front desk and a
shared lounge for guests.
The hotel will provide guests with air-
conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety
deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a
private bathroom with a bidet. At G o
Hotels Iligan the rooms include bed
linen and towels.
 FooD,
cuisines &

Delicacies
H ere are som e of ou r
fav orites
 Pastel de Camiguín, or
simply pastel, is a Filipino
soft bun with yema (custard)
filling originating from the
province of Camiguin.
 Palagsing is brown, sticky
suman made of unaw (sago
starch). It is one of the
delicacies in Butuan City
Philippines. Palagsing is
brown, sticky suman made of
unaw (sago starch).
 The name “Sinuglaw” was
derived from two famous cooking
methods sugba, meaning to grill;
and kinilaw, which means to cook
by soaking in vinegar or citric acid.
This dish is very famous
in Cagayan De Oro.
 Beef Rendang of Lanao
Del Norte , is a slow-
cooked curry, spiked with
ginger and turmeric, kaffir
lime and chillies.
Festival and
special events
 Kaamulan
Festival
(Bukidnon)
“Kaamulan” is from the Binukid word “amul”
which means “to gather”. It is a gathering of
Bukidnon tribespeople for a purpose. I

Showcasing the unique indigenous culture of

Bukidnon, the Kaamulan is held annually in
the province, particularly in Malaybalay City,
the provincial capital, from the second half
of February to March 10, which latter date
marks the anniversary of the creation of
Bukidnon as a province in 1917.
 Lanzones
Festival
(Camiguin)
Held every third week of October and it is a
four day grand celebration of the lanzones
fruit. The most important livelihood in
Camiguin is lanzones. It is when a lot of
tourists come to witness the joyous
Lanzones festival.Lanzones is one of the
major fruit producers in the Philippines.
 Diyandi
Festival
(Iligan
It is celebrated in honor of Iligan's patron
Saint, St. Michael the Archangel, thus, the

City)
festival is concluded on his feast day on
September 29th.

Diyandi Festival was derived from the word

"diyandi" which means "celebrate" and
"mag- diyandi" meaning "to celebrate." It
was conceptualized in when Iligan City
Council passed and approved a resolution
establishing Diyandi Festival as the tourism
name of Iligan.
 Tabanog
Festival
(Oroquita
One of Oroquieta City’s favorite past times is
the Tabanog (Kite-Flying) Festival, which is

City)
held during the Summer months. The
festival is held in the Plaza, near the bay
front.
Oroquieta City’s bay front somewha
comparabl is to Chicago’s t
e
except the warm
Lakeand soothing tradeMichigan
winds
are irresistible to everyone’s desire, to a fly
kite with full enjoyment.
Sakay-Sakay
Lambago
Festival
(Cagayan de
This annual boat race is held in August and
allows the people of Cagayan de Oro to

Oro City)
show off their boating skills. The boats are
made of local wood and are manned by
anyone from fishermen to restaurateurs. The
race is extremely colorful and filled with
energy, and is a great way to spend your
time on the banks of the Cagayan de Oro
river.
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S uba non
History has better words to speak for
Misamis Occidental. Its principal city was
originally populated by the Subanon, a
cultural group that once roamed the seas in
great number; the province was an easy prey
to the marauding sea pirates of Lanao
whose habit was to stage lightning forays
along the coastal areas in search of slaves.
As the Subanon retreated deeper and
deeper into the interior, the coastal areas
became home to inhabitants from Bukidnon
who were steadily followed by settlers from
nearby Cebu and Bohol.
hi ga onon
The Higaonon is located on the provinces of
Bukidnon, Agusan del Sur, Misamis
Oriental, Rogongon, Iligan City, and Lanao
del Norte.
Their name means "people of the
wilderness". Most Higaonons have a rather
traditional way of living. Farming is the most
important economic activity.
t a l a a ndi g
The Talaandig people are mostly
concentrated in the northern and western
part of the province of Bukidnon, Mindanao
Island, Philippines. Their territory is
marked by the Kitanglad and Kalatungan
mountain ranges.
M AJ O
IR N D U S T R I
ES
DEL M ONTE
PLANTATION
PINEAPPLE
The Del Monte Pineapple Plantation is one of the
largest pineapple plantations in the world.

Situated on plateaus with elevations ranging from

1,600 to 2,200 feet, the pineapple plantation covers
an area of 23,000 hectares that includes the
municipalities of Manolo Fortich, Impasug-ong,
Sumilao and Libona of Bukidnon Province in
Mindanao. Harvested fruits are sent to the Del Monte
Plant in Philippine Packing Corporation in Bugo,
Cagayan de Oro City for processing and canning.
HOLCIM
Leading cement manufacturer Holcim Philippines,
Inc. takes pride in the all-Filipino team leading its
cement manufacturing facilities with the
appointment of new leaders for its plant in Lugait,
Misamis Oriental.
AGUS IV -
HYDROELECTRIC
VII
PLANTS
The Agus-IV to VII Hydroelectric Plants in Iligan City
and Baloi, Lanao del Norte supplies most of its
electrical power in Mindanao.
Language Spok en
Region
in -X
There are a lot of ethnic languages in the
region. Bisaya, Boholano and Cebuano are
the major ones. Native languages are still
used like Higaonon in Misamis Oriental,
Maranao in Lanao Del Norte, Subanen in
Misamis Occidental, Binukid in Bukidnon
and Kinamiging in Camiguin. English
and Tagalog are also understood.
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 4D3N explore
Cagayan de Oro –
Bukidnon – Iligan –
Camiguin Tour
Package
 Package
3D2N standardInclusions
aircon accommodation in Cagayan de
Oro Overnight Family Loft Aircon accommodation in
Paras Beach Resort/Camiguin
Daily breakfast (starting on 2nd day)
Whitewater rafting adventure with
lunch Camiguin Countryside tour -
aircon White Island boat trip
Bukidnon/Dahilayan Adventure Park Day
tour Iligan Exploration Day tour
Round trip private aircon land transfers in CDO and
Camiguin - via Laguindingan airport (If time permits,
free stopover at Divine Mercy, Opol Seaside and
Vjandep Pasalubong Center)
White Water Rafting
Adventure
Round trip land transfers from CDO
hotel, White water rafting
adventure- beginner's course, all
necessary equipment and gear,
river guide, all fees and permits,
set meal
 Camiguin Island Countryside tour

Taguines Lagoon Zipline/J and A

Fishpen (option for meal)/Giant Clam
Sanctuary (for snorkeling)/Katibawasan
Falls/Sunken Cemetery/Old Vulcan via
Crucis/Old Church Ruins/Soda
Mineral Water Pool/Sto. Nino Cold
Spring/Ardent Hot Spring/White
Island (best done before 10:00AM or
after 3:00PM)
 Bukidnon/Dahilayan
Adventure Park

Dahilayan Adventure Park, Forest

Park, Del Monte Plantation and
clubhouse, Gardens of Malasag
and Macajalar Bay view
 Iligan Exploration Day
Tour
Maria Cristina Falls/Tinago Falls/Iligan
Anahaw Amphiteater/Saint Michael
the Archangel Cathedral/Timoga
Fresh Cold Spring waters and
Olympic Swimming pool (Dela Mar
Resort)/Macaraeg-Macapagal
Ancestral House/Mimbalut
Falls/Initao Lasang Secret Adventure
Park (Canopy walk)/Divine Mercy
 Mapawa Nature Park
River Trekking and
Canyoneering

Round trip land transfers from

CDO hotel, river trekking
adventure, all necessary
equipment and gear,
river/mountain guide, all fees and
permits, set lunch and snack

What to wear: Hiking shoes or

sandals with straps-no slippers,
 Northern Mindanao has a lot of
things to offer and the only way
to enjoy these things is to pay
the place a visit and see its
beauty for yourself.

By: Dan Michael N.

Nacua Group 5