ILIGAN
One word… WATERFALLS! Iligan is home to many of the Philippines’ most beautiful waterfalls including Tinago Falls, Maria Cristina Falls, and remote Limunsudan Falls (the highest two-tiered in the Philippines).
How to Get to Iligan City
Before we cover the spots you need to include in your Iligan City Tour Itinerary, let us discuss the basics in visiting Iligan.
Travelling to Iligan City is easy especially if you are already in Cagayan de Oro City.
By Plane
Laguindingan Airport is the nearest airport in the city. Flights from Manila, Cebu, Iloilo and Davao are available almost daily.
At the airport, you have two (2) options:
Option 1 is to take a taxi directly to Iligan City. Option 2 is to ride a taxi going to the Laguindingan Terminal (Northern Mindanao). From the terminal, you can get a bus to take you to Iligan. Travel time is about an hou
Maria Christina Falls
Maria Cristina Falls is definitely one of the must-visit sites when in Iligan City.
If you’re a Filipino, you probably grew up reading about Maria Cristina Falls and how it is an important waterfall in the country.
The falls is about 320 feet tall and is surrounded by lush greenery on all sides. It is an oasis found at the boundaries of Barangays Maria Cristina, Ditucalan, and Buru-un.
Aside from being an Iligan City tourist spot, the falls also play a significant role in Mindanao’s energy supply.
The Maria Cristina Falls is protected by the National Power Corporation (NAPOCOR) and is in a Natures Park.
Before including it to your Iligan City Day Tour, make sure that the falls is not under ‘High Alert’. The management temporarily closes it to guests when this happens.
Entrance Fee: 50 Php per head
Tinago Falls
Another place to see in Iligan City is the Tinago Falls in Robocon, Linamon, Lanao Del Norte.
You need to go down 436 steps to see this beautiful waterfalls. Tinago means ‘hidden’ in English – which makes the name appropriate if not accurate. 📷
The falls is managed by the local government and is formally called the Tinago Falls Park and Resort. Personally, I was impressed by the presence of various CCTV camera in the area for safety and security reasons.
You can easily spend a day or maybe hours here if you want to. Cliff diving, waterfall massage and of course some nice and cool swimming are a few of the things that you can do here.
Ansestral House
The Macaraeg-Macapagal Ancestral House is a historical spot in Iligan City. It is the ancestral home of the late President Diosdado Macapagal.
This is also where the second Lady President of the Philippines Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (GMA) grew up. Because of this, the house is considered to be the first house in the Philippines where two President’s lived.
The house is now a part of the National Historical Institute. It is being preserved as a tourist spot for people passing through Iligan City.
Where to Stay in Iligan City
There are several accommodations in Iligan City that you can choose from if you decide to visit more of its waterfalls.
Below are some of the recommended places to stay in Iligan:
Maria Cristina Hotel
Location: General Aguinaldo corner Mabini street, Iligan City, Iligan City, Philippines
The hotel’s convenient location is a good and smart choice for travellers who want to be near the city. Amenities include 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, postal service, private check in/check out and, 24-hour front desk.
Cozy Inn
Location: Purok 3, Atis Street, Pala-o, Lanao del Norte, Pala-o, Iligan City, Philippines, 9200
Cozy Inn is a cozy affordable accommodation in Iligan City. Most rate already include breakfast.
Facilities inside the room include a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service and
Go Hotels Iligan
The Go Hotels Iligan is another accommodation when in Iligan City. It is located 9 miles from the Tinago Falls and 39 miles from the Labo Airport in Ozamiz City.
Rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom as well as a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge for guests.
So, do you think you’ll want to spend a day or more in Iligan?
Personally, I’d love to go back and explore more of the city’s waterfalls.
Iligan City Tour Itinerary
For a quick view of our itinerary, below is a sample of our Iligan City Day Tour plus costs:
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