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Roxas (Palawan) activities: What to do in Roxas (Palawan)
Roxas (Palawan) activities: What to do in Roxas (Palawan)
Roxas in general is a stopping off place on your way to El Nido if you absolutely can't manage the long bus ride in one day, but there really is nothing majestic or life changing to see, so if you're on a tight schedule you would probably would not regret skipping it. Roxas also acts as something of a jumping off point for the lovely Port Barton.
Island Hopping - Within the municipality of Roxas there is a nice island resort called Coco Loco. You can either take a day trip or rent the cabins for overnight visits. It is about a 45 minute boat ride from Roxas town proper. The island is peaceful and quiet with a very good swimming, nice corals and unique shelf that drops off into the unknown. Just ask around and you will eventually find the right information.
Umalad Falls - If you're stuck in town proper and are looking for "something" to do outdoors on the cheap for a couple hours, there are very modest waterfalls and swimming pools on the edge of town (Ulmalad) that are a source of water for the locals. If the water has already dried up because of the heat, the short walk in the woods is a nice tropical jungle experience that can break up and refresh your day. Ask a tricycle driver to take you there.
Matalangaw Falls - Located half-way between Roxas and Port Barton in the sitio of Matalangaw. This is a nice and relaxing area, not only for the sheer peacefulness of the atmosphere, but also for a refreshing hiking and swimming break from the rough and bumpy road you have been travelling. The swimming area is located approximately 3 km from the main road and is very easy walk. Follow the signs and when you see the little statue, you know you have made it to the main swimming hole. Beyond the main swimming and resting area are two more falls for the more serious adventurers.
Butterfly Resort - Only a 5 minute ride outside of town proper in Barangay Malcampo is a nice peaceful place called the "Butterfly Resort". It is not well advertised and quite modest, but it is a good place to relax and unwind. The beach is not a spectacular place to swim, but it is wide and long, perfect for strolling, beach combing and on low tide poking around the tide pools and nearly exposed corals.
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