Buhatan River Cruise

Buhatan River Cruise is an ecotourism attraction along the Buhatan River in Barangay Buhatan, Sorsogon City, Sorsogon Province, Bicol Region. The cruise navigates a winding river lined with dense mangroves and nipa palms. Operated as a community-based tourism initiative, it offers visitors a tranquil boat ride to observe local ecology, birdlife, and river scenery while supporting mangrove conservation and livelihoods of riverside residents.

Visitors can expect a guided motorized boat ride along the calm, winding Buhatan River surrounded by dense mangrove forest and nipa palms. The route passes through a protected estuarine landscape with opportunities to see birds, fishponds, and riverside communities. Boats are open-air with life vests provided, and guides explain the mangrove ecosystem. The experience is tranquil and scenic, especially in late afternoon, with views of the river, vegetation, and sunset reflections on the water.