No Bomod-ok (Big Falls) tours June 29th-30th and July 1st. Obaya (sacred holiday)
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Bomod-ok off limits June 4-9, 2009
Bomod-ok off limits June 4-9, 2009. Obaya (sacred holiday)
No Big Falls Today and Tomorrow
There will be no trek to Bomod-ok (Big Falls) today and tomorrow, May 16-17, 2009. The community is observing obaya (sacred holiday).
Reminders to Tourists
Here are some reminders to all local and foreign tourists who intend to go caving or hiking in Sagada.
Caving
Attire
• Shirt (loose t-shirt)
• Shorts (not denim)
• Rubber sandals / flip-flops /slippers / crocs
Waste Management
• Do not bring junk food inside the cave
• Carry empty plastic bottles back to the entrance of the cave
• If its your period, skip the cave
• Smoking is not allowed inside the cave
Safety Measures
• Register at the Tourist Information Center
• Do not enter the caves without an accredited local guide
• Do not enter the cave after 5 pm
• Kids below 6 years old are not allowed inside the cave
• Do not bring jewelry, shoulder bags
• Video or still Camera: if not waterproof, bring ZipLock
• Rain gear: umbrella / rain coat (on your way and back)
Hiking
Attire
• Shirt (sleeveless or long sleeved, your choice)
• Shorts / jogging pants (not denim)
• Hiking / rubber shoes
Waste Management
• Carry junk food wrappers back to town center
• Carry empty plastic bottles back to town center
• Carry used sanitary napkins, diapers back to town center
• Carry dead cigarette butts back to town center
Safety Measures
• Register at the Tourist Information Center
• Do not bring jewelry, shoulder bags
• Video or Still Camera: if not waterproof, bring ZipLock
• Rain gear: umbrella / rain coat
• Bottled Water
• First Aid Kit
Welcome
Welcome to Sagada. We’re glad to see you around.
Sagada Tourist Information Center
Mobile Contact Number: 0908-757-6444