What to Do in Ilocos Norte

TRAVEL OCTOBER 5, 2013

WHAT TO DO IN ILOCOS NORTE:

DISCOVERING THE BEST ATTRACTIONS

Ilocos Norte, a province in the northern Philippines, is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. We rented a tricycle to tour the Northbound and Southbound, which was a cheaper option for couples or small groups. Here are the top 10 attractions we visited and that you shouldn't miss too when visiting Ilocos Norte:

NORTHBOUND TOUR

BUDGET: PHP 600/tricycle or 3pax

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Afternoon

HOW LONG TO VISIT: up to 4 hours

TOUR INCLUSIONS: Patapat Viaduct, Bantay Abot Cave, Blue Lagoon, Timangtang Rock, Kabigan Falls

PATAPAT VIADUCT

A 1.3-kilometre-long, snake-shaped bridge to Cagayan Valley.

LOCATION: Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

BANTAY ABOT & TIMANGTANG ROCK

Rock formations with a story about lovers who are now immortalized as the Timangtang Rock (Male) and the Bantay Abot Cave (Female).

LOCATION: 22 A. Mabini, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

BLUE LAGOON

A beautiful beach with fine sand and blue water, similar to Boracay but with fewer crowds. You can also enjoy the view by zip-lining.

LOCATION: Maira-ira Point, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

KABIGAN FALLS

A cold and refreshing waterfall that requires a 30-minute hike.

LOCATION: Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

SOUTHBOUND TOUR

BUDGET: PHP 600/tricycle or 3pax

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Morning

HOW LONG TO VISIT: up to 4 hours

TOUR INCLUSIONS: Welcome Arc, Bangui Windmills, Kapurpurawan Rock Formation, Cape Bojeador Lighthouse

WELCOME ARCH

A landmark that welcomes visitors to Pagudpud.

LOCATION: Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

BANGUI WINDMILLS

20 giant turbines of 70-meter high facing the South China Sea that serve as the power source for Ilocos.

LOCATION: Bangui, Ilocos Norte

KAPURPURAWAN ROCK FORMATION

A sparkling and white limestone rock formation, and see a statue of Lam-ang opening the mouth of a crocodile.

LOCATION: Burgos, Ilocos Norte

CAPE BOJEADOR LIGHTHOUSE

An old structure that gives history to the town.

LOCATION: Burgos, Ilocos Norte

Check the story behind my Ilocos Norte trip here.

Check my detailed Ilocos Norte travel guide, suggested itinerary and budget here.

TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

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