About Katibawasan Falls
Katibawasan Falls is a 76-meter (250-foot) waterfall located in Barangay Upper Nangka, Mambajao on Camiguin Island, Philippines, at the foot of Mount Timpoong. Surrounded by lush forest, ferns and orchids, it features a wide curtain of water plunging into a cold, clear rock pool. One of Camiguin's most visited natural attractions, it is accessed via a concrete stairway and offers swimming, photography and nature viewing in a maintained park setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a tall, narrow waterfall dropping into a large, cold rock pool surrounded by dense tropical vegetation, giant ferns and boulders. Access is via approximately 300 concrete steps with handrails leading down to the pool area. The site has a developed park with cottages, viewing areas and changing facilities. Visitors can swim in the pool, take photos from the base, and enjoy the cool, shaded forest environment at the foot of Mt. Timpoong.
Key highlights
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76-meter (250-foot) waterfall plunging into a clear, cold natural pool
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Located at the foot of Mt. Timpoong surrounded by lush forest and ferns
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Swimming area at the base of the falls
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Concrete stairway with viewing decks for photography
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Maintained park with cottages and picnic areas
Route
| By air | Fly to Camiguin Airport (CGM) in Mambajao, then 10-15 minutes by road to the falls; alternatively fly to Laguindingan Airport (CGY) then ferry from Balingoan to Benoni Port, Camiguin |
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| By road | Located about 5 km southwest of Mambajao town center; accessible by habal-habal (motorcycle taxi), tricycle, van or private vehicle via the Mambajao-Katibawasan road; short walk down steps from parking area |