Aloguinsan Escapade....

    Our encounter with the whale sharks in Oslob was a short one. We headed immediately to the town of Aloguinsan, where a new tourist spot is being promoted. I wasn't exactly sure as to what to expect considering that the place was unfamiliar to me. We dropped by Carcar for a short lunch break and we had a chance to sample the town's famed lechon--delicious indeed. After lunch, we decided to embark on our journey to the town of Aloguinsan. We tried to wait for commuter vehicles but we found it to be fruitless.

    After an hour or so of debating about transportation, we decided to rent a multicab. The decision was proved to be brilliant afterwards considering that the road going there was a bit challenging. For the amount of P2500, we had a vehicle that would transport us to and fro.

  
    We had to maneuver a pretty challenging road for  one and a half hour  before we reached our destination, Barangay Bojo, Aloguinsan; where we were treated with a most pleasant surprise.Upon reaching the receving area, we had a chance to take a glimpse at the breath-taking view of the Bojo River. Seawater coming in during high tides form a shallow lagoon  makes it easier for boats and kayaks to navigate.


    For the amount of P300.00-registration fee, we were able to enjoy and relax as we toured the Bojo River's stretch right from its very source till it mixes with the salty water of Tanon Strait. Along the way, one has to notice different species of mangroves along the river banks that provide a nursery for young fish, crabs, shrimps and other marine life. Scorched during our boat trip downstream we found instant relief by plunging into the crystal clear waters at the estuary. 
having the time of their lives

    An offshoot of Cebu Province's Suroy-suroy sa Sugbo, the Bojo eco-tourism site aims to become an alternative tourism destination as well as provide livelihood opportunities for the locals who relies mainly on fishing and farming.  For the said purpose, they organize themselves into BOJO ALOGUINSAN ECOTOURISM ASSOCIATION (BAETAS). This organization affords them of trainings and workshops equipping of the necessary skills in handling tourists.Overall, the visit was a success, we got to enjoy and appreciate the beauty of the place and hospitality of the locals.
the Briefing Center as seen from the lagoon


[Anyone interested in visiting the place may call the following: (032) 583-6797 / 0926 490 6670 or the tourism office at (032) 469-5604)]


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