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