Camping spots in Cebu

• Source: http://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1714712/Cebu/Lifestyle/Camping-spots-in-Cebu
• Monday, April 30, 2018

By MARYMIL M. CABRERA

WITH Cebu’s rich natural resources, waking up to a beautiful view of mountains covered with rug of trees, greenery and city lights twinkling like stars at night, or to waves crawling gently to the shore under the blue limitless sky is just 30 minutes to three hours away from the hustle and bustle of Cebu City. Here are some camping and glamping (glamorous camping) sites one could enjoy to live an off-grid life for a day or more.

1. Chalet Hills in Busay

A perfect trail for beginners. Situated in Sitio Babag, Barangay Busay, Cebu City and a few minutes away from the Temple of Leah, Chalet Hills is one of the most accessible campsites within the city that gives a panoramic view of the metro and of its surrounding mountains.

How To Get There:

Take a habal-habal (motorcycle for hire) from JY Square Mall and tell the driver that you’re heading to Chalet Hills. You will be brought straight to the foot of the hill, and from there, you can start hiking for at least 10 to 15 minutes to get to the top of the hill.

2. Mt. Naupa in the City of Naga

Ranking eighth among the highest mountains in Central Visayas with a height of 584 meters above sea waters, Mt. Naupa is a popular destination for mountaineers and campers. The trek is at least an hour long, depending on how often you rest to catch your breath, but totally worth it when you get up there. The sea of clouds is often seen when you’re up there.

How To Get There:

If you’re from Cebu City, ride a bus or jeepney going to Lolo Tinong’s Bakery in Tungkop, Minglanilla. From there, hire a habal-habal to Sto. Niño Chapel in Barangay Cogon, City of Naga, the jump-off point going to Mt. Naupa.

3. Bacalla Woods Campsite in San Fernando

A home of the artists, environmentalists, explorers, extreme sports athletes, campers and all nature enthusiasts, Bacalla Woods Campsite is nestled in Sitio Libo, Barangay Ilaya, San Fernando. Aside from camping, there are a lot of activities you can bask yourself in like river trekking, mountain biking, long boarding, snorkeling and stand-up paddling.

FYI: There’s no WiFi or cellphone signal in the area so you can really disconnect with the stressful life to connect from nature.

How to get there:

Hop on a bus headed south at the Cebu South Bus Terminal and inform the bus conductor to drop you off on the jump-off road in Ilaya. From there you would have to hire a habal-habal and tell the driver that you’re going to Bacalla Woods Campsite.

4. Lambug Beach in Badian

This public beach with crystal clear waters and fine white sand has no entrance fee. Just pitch your tents on any spot you want, and you’re good. At night, multi-colored lights are turned on to give you a well-lit camping spot.

How to get there:

Ride a bus going to the south and inform the conductor that you’re going to Lambug in Badian. From there, ride a tricycle going to the beach.

5. Formosa Camp Resort

For those who want to experience hassle-free camping with amenities that offer a resort-like experience, go to Formosa Camp Resort in Barangay Bagasawe, Tuburan town, a two-hour drive away from Cebu City.

How to get there:

There are three routes to get there: 1) Via the Transcentral Highway where one can take a V-Hire from the Ayala Center Cebu terminal going to Tuburan, then ride a tricycle from Tuburan town proper to Formosa Camp Resort. 2) Via Toledo, which is ideal for those who are coming from the Cebu South Bus Terminal. 3) By bus going to Tuburan via Lugo in Borbon/Sogod from the North Bus Terminal.

Gentle reminder: Wherever you are camping, it may be in a public or private place, don’t forget to clean as you go and respect other campers by behaving properly.