The Enchanting Hidden Paradise of Samar Province

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Pinipisakan Falls & Sulpan Cave



This two attractions from one destination will definitely captures the heart of travel enthusiast, as its in full of exciting adventures. A glimpse of Eden, it's a breathtakingly beautiful paradise that appears to be in a fairyland setting.

(Photos by: Marlon Flores Photography
 & Andrenaline Romance)
Pinipisakan Falls is located in the town of San Jorge, Province of Samar, Philippines. The Sulpan Cave, a few meters behind it, offers a variety of thrilling experiences. 

Due to its isolated locations and accessibility issues, this attraction does not receive many visits from tourists or even residents. Sulpan Cave and Pinipisakan Falls is untouched destinations. 

( Photos by: Bean in Transit )
The journey that awaits you in Sulpan Cave and Pinipisakan Falls are not simple; you will face numerous obstacles on your way there. The saying that " challenging paths often lead to majestic destinations " was true as proven by the splendour of Pinipisakan Falls and Sulpan Cave. It's worth taking a risk.

(Photos by: Chasing Potatoes)
Pinipisakan Falls is 4 layered waterfalls and known to be the most beautiful waterfalls in the Philippines.  The two tiers of the waterfall cascade like a white curtain into a basin of clear blue water. Pinipisakan is hardly visited by the locals due to its distance and perilous passage route. But because of its majestic beauty, it is wort to visit.

(Photos by: Chasing Potatoes)
Sulpan Cave has 5 km length underground cave chambers with giants stalactites & stalagmites. It is one of the remote caves in the Philippines. Sulpan Cave is thought by the locals to be a haunt for malevolent spirits. Because of this, people in the area are terrified of caverns like this.


RATES

1-DAY PINIPISAKAN FALLS TOUR 

PHP 5,000 / USD 100 per pax
  • guideship
  • porter
  • transportation (bus, habal-habal, and boat fare)
  • life vest
  • breakfast and lunch
  • helmet
  • permits
  • certificate
  • photo documentation

2-DAY PINIPISAKAN FALLS & SULPAN XAVE TOUR

PHP 10,000 / USD 200 per pax
  • guideship
  • porters
  • transportation (bus, habal-habal, and boat fare)
  • complete set of caving and camping equipment
  • breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • permits
  • certificate
  • photo documentation

GETTING TO CATBALOGAN, SAMAR

Fly directly to Tacloban from Manila, Cebu, or Davao. Take a taxi or tricycle to 
the bus station when you get to Tacloban. 

Ride a bus bound to Calbayog from Catbalogan bus terminal. Tell the conductor- driver that your drop off point is San Jorge, Samar. Before going to the falls, you need to get a permit in San Jorge Municipal Office and get prior coordination with local guides for security reasons.

After that, charter a habal-habal to take you up to Barangay Blanca Aurora. Then, ride a canoe or boat and experience upstream canoeing until you reach the drop off area. Then you have to hike for almost an hour to reach Pinipisakan Falls

THE BEST TIME TO VISIT

Any season as long as there is no typhoon.

TIPS

Due to their remote location in Samar, Pinipisakan Falls and Sulpan Cave are only accessible with a trained guide. Joni Bonifacio of Trexplore the Adventures are the most recommended professional tour guide, as he is highly skilled and experience cave master. 

WHY SHOULD BE IN YOUR TRAVEL LIST THE PINIPISAKAN FALLS AND SULPAN CAVE 

With the Pinipisakan Falls and Sulpan Cave in Samar as proof of the unexplored wilderness of the country, the Philippines has much more to be proud of. It is the ideal mix of stunning landscapes and extreme adventure for individuals looking for something more than a mere passive tourist experience. It is an opportunity to challenge oneself, get closer to nature, and make memories that will last a lifetime.


https://www.marlonflores.com/blog/2015/4/what-does-it-takes-to-get-a-shot-sulpan-cave-and-pinipisakan-falls

https://adrenalineromance.com/2017/10/05/sulpan-cave/

https://www.beanintransit.com/2024/02/sulpan-cave-an-adventure-of-a-lifetime.html no

https://chasingpotatoes.com/2018/04/26/pinipisakan-falls-and-sulpan-cave-in-san-jorge-samar-extreme-adventure/


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