BATLAG FALLS
Tanay, Rizal
Height: 10 meters
Jump off point: Brgy. Plaza Aldea, Municipality of Tanay
Trail length: 10 minutes
Entrance fee: P20.00
Further up from Daranak Falls is its sister upstream, Batlag Falls. Set in a dense forest, with nearby tables and cottages, this waterfall is set on a unique rock formation, with the water following its unpredictable contours. This departure from the conventional picture of a waterfall, coupled with its more serene setting, makes Batlag Falls a sight to behold.
To reach it: There is a sign that says “Batlag Falls” near the Daranak Falls pool. Take the cemented foothpath which will ascend into a makeshift gate, where another P20 will have to be paid. A forest will ensue, and two waterfalls, each with a catchbasin. The smaller one, on the left, has a veil-like cascade whereas the larger one, as mentioned, has an unusual configuration. You may swim in both pools although you have to be careful as the floor of the pool is likewise unusually shaped, with sharp rocks abruptly jutting out.
You can go even further up to the origin of Batlag Falls. Here the stream is clearer. Locals tell of waterfalls deeper in the mountains of Tanay and outlying towns.
Part 1: The waterfalls of Rizal
Part 2: Hinulugang Taktak
Part 3: Daranak Falls
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11 comments:
hi there gideon and ivan. im chie from tanay, rizal. thanks for featuring batlag falls and daranak. you are right, the places get crowded on weekends that's why it's best to go on weekdays. more power to Pinoy Mountaineer!qd
chie, thanks for your comment. indeed, daranak and batlag falls has a potential to be a great ecotourism location!
Nagpunta ako sa daranak and batlag falls last August 2008 maganda dito and enjoy mga bata since mababa lang yung basin. di ko lang inaasahan na may mga man made structures pala within the vicinity of the two falls....
Hi to all Pinoy Mountaineers, thank you for featuring and advertise our place, Batlag Falls, in your web site, it's our pleasure and we are flattered to hear some word from you, Thanks alot.
Toto and Maricel
Caretakers of
Batlag Falls
Is january a good time to visit daranak falls? Will the water be too cold to swim in? Is it ok to go on a weekend? Marami bang taong nagpupunta talaga? Thanks.
Good day to pinoy mountaineers!
I would just like to know the contact details of Toto and Maricel, the caretakers of the falls. We are interested to do a feature and for that I would just like to know some details.
Thanks,
Karl Anthony Camila
982-7777 local 3025
YES Great potential, entrance fee to batlag is now P50(Mar 29,2009)thats okay. But for starter, the area needs crowd control, i.e, "what you bring in- you bring out" garbage! More so in the daranak area.
Cooking and eating area must be at designated area ONLY.To avoid cooking and eating along the pathways..Good luck!
yes iv been there s daranak mganda tlga dun and i heard s batlag n pwdi n mag over nyt kya this tym gus2 q i ask kung my cotage nb dun pra s mga overnyt staying? need ur help kc where planning n pumunta dun bukas 4 overnyt stying tnx hope u can help me
My family had been to Batlag Falls several times. I encourage everyone to visit the place and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Please send me the contact number of Maricel and Toto, the caretakers of Batlag. We are planning to go this weekend and I need to coordinate with them.
Thank you.....
ann marie 09209503954
hi! just want to ask if they are open on sundays? and what tym?? tnx!!
hi! just want to ask if they are open on sundays? and what tym?? tnx!!<--- This place is a tourist destination already, so possible it is open in weekends since everyone has the availability of it. Just be ready for a crowded environment,
hope to follow "leave no trace" policy also.
enjoy^_^
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