Buntot Palos Falls: Laguna's Hidden Gem

After my trip to Pagsanjan Falls, I challenged myself to experience and see more of God's beautiful creation.

For some reason, I feel emotional and decided to have a quick escape.

My friends and "favourite couple" Elma and Tim accompany me.

From Sta. Cruz, Laguna, we took a jeepney going to Siniloan and alight at Barangay Balian Church, Pangil, Laguna. Prior to that, I sent a text message to Kuya Joy 09472835415. I saw his contact number from several blog sites. He is from the barangay and coordinated our trip. The guide that was assigned to us was Kuya Ronnie. He fetches us at the Balian Church and went to barangay outpost to register and paid the corresponding amount of P25.00 (entrance) and P300.00 (guide). 

Our trek started from a cemented path. It get steeper as we reach the end of the road. Big formation of rocks welcomes us along the trail.  Horses and carabaos also passes onto the same muddy trail. I ask Kuya Ronnie why it is called Buntot Palos, and he answered that the trail is slippery same as the eel's tail. It only took us 1 hour to reach the falls. Along the way, we were greeted by the green scenery. The birds are chirping and singing. At some parts, the soil are colored red (clay).

our view

Pangil town

I was rushing descending to the falls as I hear the music from the waterfalls. 

I was in awe. I screamed with amazement, and they thought something happened to me. (Don't mind me, I scream, I shout when a get to excited or amaze. - The typical me, "OA" sa reaction)

this is LOVE at FIRST SIGHT

 Upon reaching the falls, we look for a place to stay.

I was mesmerized with your beauty. I can stare at you all day. 

 Closer look at the 80 ft. falls.

a rewarding experience

I will definitely visit you again and camp next time.

We reach Buntot Palos Falls at around 11:00am and left at 3:30pm.   

After our trip, we decided to have a rewarding dinner at Kamayan sa Palaisdaan at Bay, Laguna. 

Public Transport:

• From Sta. Cruz, Laguna, take a jeepney bound to Siniloan and alight at Barangay Balian Church (ETA 1 hour)

Expenses:

Jeepney fare from Sta. Cruz to Barangay Balian, Pangil, Laguna	P 35.00
Entrance fee	25.00
Guide fee	300.00 (3)
Wash up (Dr. Nielsen Donato’s rest house)	25.00
Pangil to Sta. Cruz, Laguna	35.00
Sta. Cruz to Bay, Laguna (Kamayan sa Palaisdaan)	27.00
Dinner	930.00 (3)

Note:

*1 guide for 4 persons

...........I got home at 11:00pm :)