Katunggan Park is off the radar of most guidebooks but it was one of the most beautiful places we visited in Camiguin.
We’ve created this complete guide to visiting Katunggan Park in Camiguin, covering everything from how to get there, entrance fees, and what you can expect once you arrive.
Katunggan Park: What to expect
Katunggan Park consists of a series of boardwalks that zigzag through the mangroves along the coastline. The boardwalks lead to huts that extend out over the ocean.
The entry fee to Katunggan Park is 30 pesos for locals and 50 pesos for foreigners.
The huts at Katunggan Park are available to rent for 150 pesos for a three-hour period and are popular among local families who use them to enjoy meals and relax by the water. These huts also serve as great spots for jumping into the water.
The park has one entrance, and it is the only way to access its boardwalk and huts. The park is typically busiest on weekends, and the ideal time to visit for swimming is during high tide.
How to get to Katunggan Park
Katunggan Park is located in the Mahinog area of Camiguin in the Philippines. The park is right along the coastline, and most of it sits in the mangroves over the water.
We got to Katunggan Park on a motorbike we rented in Mambajao. If you’re not comfortable riding a motorbike, don’t worry—Katunggan Park is one of the few spots on the island where you can easily catch a jeepney or tricycle, as it’s right along the main road.
It takes about 35 minutes to get from Mambajao to Katunggan Park on a motorbike. I’ve included a map below with the exact location of Katunggan Park to help you easily find it.
Katunggan Park: Our experience
When we first arrived at Katunggan Park, we pulled up into an almost completely full parking lot. The parking lot was big enough for cars and was packed with motorbikes.
We walked up to the entrance and paid 30 pesos per person to enter. I was a bit confused at first because the sign says foreigners pay 50 pesos… not sure why we got a discount but we’ll take it!
We entered the park along a wooden walkway, and the first thing we noticed was a beautiful view of mangrove trees growing out of the water. These trees were larger than typical mangroves but not dense, so they didn’t crowd the area. All around us was clear water, with fish swimming below the walkway.
At first, we thought the park was just going to be a pleasant place for a quick stroll. But as we walked over the boardwalks we found a few huts that extend out over the ocean. I had seen these types of structures before, but I didn’t realize they existed in the Philippines. The water below the huts was so clear that we could see the bottom of the ocean!
The huts also make for a good jumping-off point into the water. We met a friendly family who invited us into their hut and we hung out with them while swimming in the ocean with their children. They told us that the park is only busy on the weekends, and we were lucky that we just so happened to visit during high tide because that’s the best time to swim here.
After swimming for a while, we were feeling quite hungry so we went back to the entrance to check out the restaurant. We ordered some pancit and lechon—it was the perfect lunch to keep us going on our adventures!
Where to Stay in Camiguin
Most accommodations in Camiguin are located on the north side of the island near Mambajao. This is convenient because Mambajao is the biggest town in Camiguin and has the island’s only airport, making getting to and from Camiguin much easier.
Here’s where we would stay if we visited Camiguin again. It’s a place called Nypa Style Resort. We actually found this place because we had dinner at their restaurant one night, and their staff was kind enough to give us a tour of some of their vacant rooms. This place is set near Mambajao with beautifully kept grounds and immaculately clean rooms.
If you prefer to find your own place to stay, you can visit Booking.com to explore all your accommodation options in Camiguin.
What to Pack for Camiguin
Here are some of our must-have items you might not have thought of when packing for a trip to Camiguin.
- Crocs: During our time in Camiguin, I was so glad to have Crocs to protect my feet when exploring rocky terrain and chasing waterfalls. They are the ultimate shoe in the Philippines for a reason – many Filipinos wear them too!
- Snorkel: With all the amazing snorkeling spots in Camiguin, it helps to have your own snorkel set like this one if you plan to do some underwater activities! Plus, you won’t need to worry about renting a snorkel, which may be of… questionable quality.
- Sunscreen: For some reason, sunscreen is expensive in the Philippines and I’ve even encountered places selling fake sunscreen that doesn’t work! So I recommend bringing your own sunscreen to Camiguin.
- Dry Bag: With all the sand, salt, and water flying everywhere during our adventures, I was so glad to have a dry bag to keep all my things safe from the elements!
- Travel Towel: In my opinion, a travel towel like this one is super necessary for a trip to Camiguin! It packs down nicely and was there for me anytime I went swimming, or just needed to brush sand or dirt off.
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Are You Following Our Camiguin Blog Series?
We spent 8 days in Camiguin and found so many things to do there—from waterfalls to beaches, cold springs, and coral reefs. To help fellow adventurers, we’ve put together guides to the best places we found. You can check them out by clicking the links below.
- Start planning your trip here: Camiguin Travel Guide
- Our Ultimate Guide to Camiguin: 16 Awesome Things to Do in Camiguin
- How to plan your Camiguin trip: 3 Days in Camiguin: The Perfect Camiguin Itinerary
- Our favorite place to snorkel in Camiguin is The Sunken Cemetery
- Our favorite day trip in Camiguin is Mantigue Island which is just a short boat ride away
- Camiguin’s best beach is at White Island
- Our favorite waterfall in Camiguin is Tuasan Falls
- If you want to walk through the mangroves on a web of boardwalks check out Katunggan Park
- How to rent a motorbike in the Philippines
