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Bigaho falls
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Bigaho falls

Visit Bigaho Falls in San Vicente, Palawan, for a jungle waterfall, a short village walk and quieter swimming pools downstream from the main cascade.

Bigaho Falls is a jungle waterfall in Barangay Bigaho, San Vicente, north of Port Barton. A short walk from the entrance leads through a small village to the cascade and its pool. The main pool can draw a crowd, but smaller pools downstream give you a quieter place to swim. The falls are also close to Bigaho Beach, so you can combine a waterfall visit with time on the sand. Paths and basic facilities, including toilets and changing rooms, are available at the site.

The walk to the falls

Bigaho falls
Bigaho falls

Bigaho Falls is in Barangay Bigaho, in the Port Barton area of San Vicente. From the entrance, the walk through the small village to the falls takes about 5 to 10 minutes. Bigaho Beach is also nearby, around a 15-minute walk from the falls.

The approach is short, so you can include the waterfall in a visit to the beach or as part of a day exploring the area. Pamuayan Falls is another waterfall near Port Barton.

Swimming at Bigaho Falls

Bigaho falls
Bigaho falls

The main cascade drops into a pool where you can swim. It can get crowded, so look downstream for smaller pools if you want a quieter spot. The site has toilets and changing rooms.

Road conditions matter when planning the trip. Rain can leave the unpaved roads muddy, making a scooter a poor choice. A tuk-tuk or motorbike is an alternative, and locals can help with directions from Port Barton.

FAQ

How long is the walk to Bigaho Falls?

The walk from the entrance through the village takes about 5 to 10 minutes. Bigaho Beach is around a 15-minute walk from the falls.

Can you swim at Bigaho Falls?

Yes. You can swim in the pool below the waterfall, or look for smaller, quieter pools downstream.

Is there an entrance fee for Bigaho Falls?

Access is by donation.

How do you get to Bigaho Falls from Port Barton?

You can travel by road from Port Barton, but rain can make the unpaved roads muddy. Consider a tuk-tuk or motorbike instead of a scooter, and ask locals for directions if needed.

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