7 places to discover
Bugtong Bato Falls is a seven-tiered waterfall located in Barangay Tuno, Tibiao, Antique, on Panay Island, Philippines. Set within forested hills inland from the coast, it is known for its series of cascades and clear natural pools. Access requires a guided trek across rivers and trails from the Tuno jump-off. The falls is a popular eco-tourism destination in northern Antique for trekking, swimming and nature sightseeing.
Chiling Falls is a three-tiered forest waterfall on the Sungai Chiling, a tributary of the Sungai Selangor, near Kuala Kubu Bharu in Hulu Selangor, Selangor. Located within Selangor State Park and managed by the Selangor Forestry Department, it is reached via a jungle trail with multiple river crossings. Notable for its tall vertical main fall, clear pools and protected rainforest setting, it is a popular day-trek destination and part of the Sungai Chiling Fish Sanctuary.
Mount Manalmon is a low limestone mountain in Biak-na-Bato National Park in San Miguel, Bulacan, about 70 kilometers northeast of Manila. Standing at approximately 196 meters above sea level, it is a popular day-hike destination for beginners. The mountain is known for its accessible trail, views of the Sierra Madre foothills and Madlum River, and proximity to caves and river crossings within the protected park landscape.
Pakke Tiger Reserve, also known as Pakhui Tiger Reserve, is a Project Tiger reserve spanning 862 sq km in Pakke Kessang and East Kameng districts of Arunachal Pradesh, with its main entry at Seijosa. Bordering Assam's Nameri National Park and bisected by the Pakke River, it protects semi-evergreen and evergreen forests in the Eastern Himalaya biodiversity hotspot. Notable for its tiger, elephant and four hornbill species conservation, it is managed by the Arunachal Pradesh Forest Department.
Rupin Pass is a high-altitude mountain pass situated at 4,650 meters in the Dhauladhar range of Himachal Pradesh, connecting Uttarakhand's Rupin Valley to Sangla Valley. It serves as a critical crossover point on a traditional shepherd and trekking route known for its challenging terrain and scenic beauty. The pass features trails carved into rock faces, snow fields, glaciers, and views of the three-tiered Rupin Waterfall. Accessible only during specific summer and autumn months, it is a significant destination for experienced trekkers.
Son Doong Cave is the world's largest natural cave, located in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Bo Trach District, Quang Tri Province, central Vietnam. Formed 2-5 million years ago on the border of Laos and Vietnam, it measures over 9 kilometers long with chambers large enough to house a city block. Notable for its massive dolines, underground river, jungle and unique ecosystem, it was first fully surveyed in 2009 and opened for limited guided expeditions.
Tu Lan Cave System is a network of more than 10 wet and dry caves located in Tan Hoa Village, Minh Hoa District, Quang Tri Province (formerly Quang Binh). Situated about 70 km northwest of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, it is known for its jungle valley setting, underground rivers, and formations explored with the British Cave Research Association. Access is only by guided adventure tours.