About Enchanted Cave
Enchanted Cave is a natural limestone cave located in Barangay Patar, Bolinao, Pangasinan, on the western coast of Luzon. It features an underground pool with clear, brackish water fed by seawater seepage, surrounded by stalactites and stalagmites. Developed as a managed tourist attraction, it is known for swimming inside the cave and its coral rock formations. The site is near Patar Beach and is one of Bolinao's most visited natural attractions.
Visitors guide
Visitors descend a steep concrete staircase into a small limestone cave chamber containing a natural pool with clear, slightly brackish water. The interior features stalactites, stalagmites and coral rock walls illuminated by artificial lighting. Swimming is allowed in the designated pool area which is shallow to moderately deep. The site is compact and developed with walkways, changing areas and cottages outside. Expect humid conditions, slippery surfaces and limited space inside the cave.
Key highlights
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Natural underground pool with clear brackish water suitable for swimming
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Limestone stalactite and stalagmite formations and coral rock walls
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Short stair descent into the cave chamber with viewing areas
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Proximity to Patar Beach and the Bolinao coastline
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Managed tourist site with cottages and amenities outside the cave
History of Enchanted Cave
The cave is a natural limestone formation along the Patar coastline that was later developed by the local community for tourism and has been managed as a municipal tourist attraction of Bolinao for several decades.
Culture & Context
Local folklore attributes the name to beliefs that the cave is inhabited by enchanted spirits, a common narrative for caves in the region, which contributes to its name and visitor interest.
Route
| By air | No direct commercial flights to Bolinao; fly to Clark International Airport then travel by road to Bolinao |
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