Tibiao Kawa Hot Bath

Tibiao Kawa Hot Bath is a wellness attraction in Barangay Malabor, Tibiao, Antique, Philippines. It offers bathing in large woks (kawa) traditionally used for cooking muscovado sugar, now repurposed for hot baths. Water is heated over firewood with herbs and flowers. Located near the Tibiao River, it is notable for its cultural heritage link to Antique's sugar industry and its riverside, open-air setting.

Visitors can expect an open-air riverside setting with large metal woks (kawa) placed over low firewood fires. Each kawa is filled with water infused with herbs, flowers and leaves and heated to a comfortable temperature. Guests sit inside the kawa for a warm soak while staff regulate heat. The area includes cottages, changing areas and views of the Tibiao River and surrounding hills. Photo opportunities and short relaxation sessions are available.

The kawa (large wok) was historically used in Antique for cooking muscovado sugar, a major local industry. Repurposing the kawa for hot baths preserves and showcases this industrial heritage while adapting it for tourism.

The attraction reflects local heritage of muscovado production and community wellness practices, using native herbs and flowers. It has become a cultural tourism activity representing Tibiao's identity and rural traditions.