Except for the majestic Mt. Mayon in Albay, the subsequent common energetic volcano within the area is Mt Bulusan. The 1,565 meters excessive energetic volcano has cracked and rugged peaks. Locals typically discuss with Mt Bulusan because the male counterpart of the “feminine”, Mt. Mayon. Bulusan Volcano could not have that picturesque cone-shape kind however the volcano and its surrounding space of rainforest and lakes is said a nationwide park. And just lately, I had the fortune of visiting the Bulusan Volcano Pure Park twice. Seeing for myself and experiencing what this rainforest pure park has to supply.
The Pure Park
The Bulusan Volcano Pure Park spans 3,673 hectares and was declared as a Nationwide Park by Proclamation no 811 on June 7, 1935. Later, below Nationwide Built-in Protected Areas System (NIPAS), it was reclassified as a Pure Park by Proclamation 421 on November 27, 2000.
The pure park encompass Bulusan Volcano itself, estimated to have been shaped greater than 40,000 years in the past and two lesser peaks – Sharp Peak and Mount Hormahan. It’s doable to hike to those peaks throughout climbing season and when the volcano is just not as energetic. The panorama has deep ravines and caves formed by gradual eruptions and volcanic exercise.
There are 4 foremost craters and 4 sizzling springs discovered at Bulusan volcano. The primary crater has been named as Blackbird Lake the place blackbirds made the crater because the habitat. Crater quantity 3 is the most important and deepest with a diameter of 90meters and depth of 20 meters.
Amidst the teeming rainforest wealthy in natural world are two lakes. Aguingay Lake and Bulusan Lake. Aguingay Lake is taken into account as a dormant crater. An enormous plain often flooded throughout moist season and dries up throughout summer season.
Bulusan Lake
The Bulusan lake is on the coronary heart of the pure park and the place most guests have entry for eco-tourism and journey actions. It’s positioned on the southeast slope of Bulusan Volcano on the elevation of 360 meters. Entry is thru a powerful Customer Middle which I used to be pleasantly stunned seems to be world-class. Fairly corresponding to neighboring nationwide parks in Southeast Asia. After paying our charges for entrance and actions, guests are dropped at the lake by way of an digital shuttle. Personal automobiles will not be allowed contained in the park other than the parking space. On the way in which, the drivers would share fast data and trivia in regards to the park.
The lake itself has an elevated platform and amenities for guests. On the 2 events I visited, I used to be capable of do two separate actions on the restricted time we visited.
Bulusan Lake Loop Manner
My first go to on the Bulusan Volcano Pure Park was on wet afternoon. The lake has a mystifying veil of fog and rain. We had been the one guests at the moment. I loved the tranquility and the sunshine rain. It’s doable to hike across the 27.6 hectare space of the lake. There’s a pathway not less than 2.2 km lengthy looping across the lake. In our current go to, I used to be solely capable of go so far as the japanese aspect of the lake.
Since we’re coming off a pandemic, the path must be cleared and repaired once more. The cover walks must be rehabilitated and there have been fallen bushes that must be cleared attributable to current storms.
Kayaking on the Lake
On my second go to, the climate was a lot favorable and I made certain to kayak on the lake this time. Kayaks had been obtainable to hire and I gladly took one. I excitedly paddled my means towards the middle of the lake. It was at all times straightforward to paddle on one of these physique of water as there have been no currents. It was late afternoon with some clouds rolling in. The climate was nice, the sunshine delicate and the breeze was cool. It was an pleasurable time. I regarded again to see a few of my companions already padding as nicely.
Bulusan Volcano Pure Park
Nature lovers will certainly benefit from the Bulusan Volcano Pure Park. If I had my means, I might stroll the size from the customer middle to the lake. I’m certain I might spot some fascinating birds and different fauna and flora within the space. There are birds just like the Philippine eagle-owl, hawk-eagle and flame-breasted doves right here. Different animals are the baboons, lizards and endemic frogs, snakes and reptiles.
I feel there’s something everybody can take pleasure in right here. Whether or not it’s trekking the volcano, mountain climbing alongside the lake, birdwatching, kayaking or just staying idle and having fun with the refreshing ambiance.
Park Charges
| ENTRANCE FEES | |
|---|---|
| Grownup | Php 50 |
| Scholar (w/ legitimate ID) | Php 25 |
| Bulusan Resident (w/ legitimate ID) | Php 25 |
| Filipino PWD (w/ legitimate ID) Senior Citizen (w/ legitimate ID) Youngsters under 7 years previous |
FREE |
| Environmental Price | Php 10 |
| CHARGE FOR SERVICES | |
|---|---|
| Eco-guides Price | Php 150/ hour |
| Shuttle Service | Php 35 |
| Paddling Information for Kayak or Stand-up Paddling | Php 100 |
| Therapeutic massage | Php 250 |
| RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES | |
|---|---|
| Trekking | Php 10 |
| Kayaking | Php 100 for half-hour |
| Stand-Up Paddling | Php 200 for half-hour |
| Boating | Php 600 for five pax (inclusive of two paddlers) |
| Fishing | Php 20 per individual |
| PARKING FEES (max 4 hours) | |
|---|---|
| Motorbike | Php 20 |
| Tricycle | Php 30 |
| Automobiles/ SUV | Php 50 |
| Jeepney/Coaster | Php 60 |
| Truck | Php 70 |
| Bus | Php 150 |
Tips on how to get to Bulusan Volcano Nationwide Park
The pure park is simply 10 minutes away from Zoe’s Resort and Ecopark when you visited the Kambal Busay and Hidden Falls.
By way of commute:
- From Sorsogon Metropolis, experience an Irosin-bound jeep then take a tricycle straight to Bulusan Volcano Nationwide Park
- Experience a jeep to Bulusan and requested to be dropped off at baranggay San Roque. Experience a blue tricycle to the pure park.
By way of non-public transport
- Key in at Waze or Google Maps and comply with instructions.
Important Data
For updates and queries, we advocate contacting their respective Fb pages:
FB: /ExploreBulusan
FB: /bulusanlake
E mail: [email protected]
Cell: +63960.505.0988
Ferdz Decena is an award-winning journey photographer, author and blogger. His works has discovered print in publications resembling Singapore Airways’s Silver Kris, Philippine Airways’ Mabuhay, Cebu Pacific’s Smile and Seair InFlight. He has additionally lent his experience to varied organizations just like the Oceana Philippines, Lopez Group Basis, Save the Youngsters and World Imaginative and prescient, contributing high quality pictures for his or her advertising supplies.