The best spot in the Philippines

Lake Sebu South Cotabato

We will travel to a faraway place today, it is Lake Sebu which is one of the most important watersheds in the Philippines. It is also a major provider of irrigation in the province of Sultan Kudarat and South Cotabato.

Lake Sebu is an amazing natural attraction known for its clean, calm waters, green environment and beautiful scenery.

There are many cultural lessons learned from the T’boli and Ubo tribes living in the area where visitors can immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage, traditional arts, and customs.

Another pride of the place is their lake surrounded by rich flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers.

We will visit their famous tourist spots that are featured for visitors. Starting with the amazing 7 water falls. Falls 1 and falls 2, and if you like rides you can zip line to see the beautiful view below.

Did you know that the zip line at Lake Sebu 7 Falls is one of the highest zip lines in Southeast Asia, offering spectacular views of the amazing falls.

How to get there

• Take a flight from Manila to General Santos City Airport (approximately 2 hours).
• From General Santos, take a bus or van to Koronadal City about 1.5 hours).
• From Koronadal, you can take another van or bus to Lake Sebu travel time 1.5 hours.

My friend and I took a plane from NAIA Terminal Airport to Davao and when we got there, we crossed Daang Maharlika Hwy and took a bus with a fare of 40 pesos to the bus terminal, a 30 minute trip.

When we were at the terminal, we looked for a bus to Gensan. We walked for a while because we were dropped off at the back of the terminal so we walked it to enter the entrance ahahaha

When we entered the terminal, we immediately found the bus going to Gensan, so we got on it right away.

There is an ordinary bus that does not have air conditioning and there is a bus that does have air conditioning. We were happy because what we got was a nice bus with air conditioning, so we didn’t have to wait any longer.

From here to Gensan, because the bus only goes to Gensan, you have to get off and transfer to another bus “fare 315 pesos”. The bus we rode was the , Marbel bus which can be found at the Bulaong Terminal. ” fare 139 pesos. Your trip will take 3 hours, so you need a lot of patience.

We got off at Gaisano Mall Marbel and we rode a tricycle (“fare 25 pesos) to the Public Terminal and rode a van to Lake Sebu. The fee is 100 pesos and the van travels for 1 hour.

Lake Sebu South Cotabato

With the many detours we went through just to get to Lake Sebu, we didn’t regret it because we were able to relax and enjoy the beauty of the place.

Before we toured the place, one of their staff talked to us first to explain properly what you should do and their Habal-habal rates that you can definitely visit all the famous tourist spots.

They also offer a Package Tour where you can choose a place to visit. because we chose 850 pesos whole day tour 6 destinations.

Habal-habal Rates

1. 7 Falls
2. Zipline
3. T’Boli
4. Lang Dulay
5. Punta Isla
6. T’Boli Museum

These places have different charms that prove that South Cotabato also has attractive beautiful destinations.

How much Entrance fee

7 Falls Entrance	20 pesos
Zipline weekend	350 pesos
T’Boli Attire Rent	50 pesos
Lang Dulay Donation	50 pesos
Punta Isla Entrance	50 pesos
T’Boli Museum	30 pesos

There are so many things to discover in Lake Sebu such as hiking the Trek to the seven waterfalls, each offering a unique view and experience.

Visiting the T’boli Museum to learn about the history, culture, and traditional arts of the T’boli tribe.

Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Lake Sebu and explore its scenic beauty.

You can go bird watching at Lake Sebu which is home to a variety of bird species, making it a great spot for bird watchers.

What Makes Lake Sebu Beautiful

Lake Sebu is a great place to visit because its calm lake waters surrounded by green hills and forests create a beautiful setting. The presence of indigenous tribes adds a unique cultural dimension to its natural beauty.

We are very sorry because we didn’t get to the lotus flower because it was closed. According to a staff we talked to, it only opens from 5:30 am to 9:30 am. This is still our most exciting part to visit the unique beauty of the lotus flower.

First Place we visit

The first one we went to was 7 falls. When we arrived at the place, we first walked down to reach the falls itself. While we were walking, we saw a small store selling different types of vegetables and fruits. From the store we saw, just walk for 5 minutes to reach falls 1, the water flow is super strong.

After I saw it up close, I went to the other side. You will see a View Deck sign on the side of the bridge. Here you are actually in the middle of the river and you can see the falls behind you.

The next thing we did was try to experience one of the highest zip lines in Southeast Asia. Because we went on the weekend, we paid 350 pesos but it was worth it because we enjoyed it so much.

It’s a great feeling when the zipline starts moving, it’s like you’re flying in the clouds. Here you can also see the massive Falls 2 which is very beautiful to see.

If you’re afraid of heights, don’t try to ride their zipline ahahaha because it’s going so fast it’s like leaving your soul behind.

After that We rented Attire worth 50 pesos. We went inside the small hut and tried out their wonderful equipment.

After we toured the 7 falls Lake Sebu, we went to another tourist destination which is the Lang Dulay Weaving Center, it’s only 15 minutes from earlier.

For those who are now wondering why Lang Dulay was visited, he is credited with maintaining his people’s tradition of weaving T’nalak, a dyed cloth made from fine abaca fiber. To those who don’t know, Lang Dulay passed away on April 30, 2015

Here I tried to experience how to make T’nalak but I didn’t finish it because it takes 3 – 4 months to finish.

The next place we went to was the Punta Isla Lake Resort. It’s so beautiful here, it’s very quiet, cozy and you can really see the full beauty of the lake. Their entrance fee is not expensive at 50 pesos for adults and 30 pesos for kids.

Because it was noon when we got to Punta Isla, I felt hungry but the guide told me to eat on the side of the highway because there was a restaurant there.

I asked him if there wasn’t a restaurant inside the resort. He said that there is a restaurant inside, but they take a long time to serve, about 1:30 minutes.

After eating, I went back to the resort to enjoy the nice breeze. Punta Isla Lake Resort is very beautiful with an amazing view. Here you can rest well.

Just to let you know that you can stay overnight in Punta Isla. They have a nice hotel with an amazing view.

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I stayed here for a day because I was tired and I haven’t slept much. For the day, I have energy to go home to Manila.

The next place I went to was the T’Boli Museum which is just near Punta Isla. The entrance fee I paid was only 30 pesos.

Their Museum is very simple, it is made of wood and bamboo which makes it even more beautiful. You have a lot of old equipment to see here. It’s fun to see this kind of weird stuff that you don’t see much these days.

After we went to the T’Boli Museum, we returned to the resort to stay for the night.

Visitors highly appreciate Lake Sebu for its pristine beauty, rich culture, and variety of activities.

A quiet environment and friendly locals add to the charm. Another dish that is highly praised in the place is their tilapia dish.\

Restaurants Nearby

• Punta Isla Restaurant – Known for its delicious tilapia dishes and local cuisine.
• Sunrise Garden Lake Resort Restaurant – Offers a variety of Filipino dishes with a great view of the lake.
• Chieftain’s Place – A restaurant that provides a unique dining experience with traditional T’boli dishes.

Lake Sebu Hotel Nearby According to ( tripadvisor )

• Dolores Lake Resort
• Mountain Lake Eco-Resort
• Mountain Log Resort
• Bob Nowong
• Sunrise Garden Lake Resort

You will experience a rest and quiet environment that you will not feel much in today’s city.

Have a safe travel !