About Bangkaw Falls
Bangkaw Falls is a natural waterfall located in Barangay Diaz, municipality of Tubajon, in Dinagat Islands province, Philippines. Set within a forested inland area, the falls features a cascade flowing into a natural basin used for swimming and wading. It is known as a quiet, relatively undeveloped nature attraction in northern Dinagat Island, visited for sightseeing, photography and nature immersion away from coastal tourist areas.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested waterfall setting reached by a short trek from Barangay Diaz. The falls cascades over rock formations into a natural pool suitable for wading and swimming. Surroundings are natural and largely undeveloped, with dense vegetation, rocks and forest sounds. There are no major built structures; the experience is focused on viewing the cascade, photography and enjoying the natural pool. Access involves walking on natural trails.
Key highlights
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Forest waterfall with cascade flowing into a natural swimming basin
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Relatively undeveloped natural setting surrounded by dense vegetation
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Opportunity for swimming and wading in the pool at the base
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Short trek through rural and forested trail to reach the falls
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Quiet inland nature attraction in Tubajon municipality
Route
| By road | Accessible by road to Barangay Diaz, Tubajon from Tubajon town center, typically via habal-habal (motorcycle taxi) or private vehicle, followed by a short trek to the falls |
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| Nearest airport | Surigao Airport (SUG) in Surigao City |