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Waterfalls & Tours around Liwliwa

Lubong-Nangoloan Falls, Dapya River, island hopping from Pundaquit, Mt. Pinatubo: day trips near Liwa, San Felipe, Zambales. We can organise them for you.

By Bibe & Sam, your hosts in Liwliwa · Updated November 2026

There’s more to Zambales than the surf: waterfalls, rivers, coves and a volcano. We can organise most of these tours for you. Just ask when you book or at check-in.

🏞️ Lubong-Nangoloan Falls

🏞️ Lubong-Nangoloan Falls

A multi-tier waterfall in the hills of San Felipe, good for a swim. Count about half a day: a short drive to the parking, then a walk to the falls. We arrange the guide, transport and entrance for you.

🚣 Dapya River

🚣 Dapya River

Clear water between big rock formations. A quiet spot to swim.

⛰️ Mt. Mariglem

⛰️ Mt. Mariglem

A local hike with wide views over the Zambales coast and countryside.

🌊 Agbobotilya River

🌊 Agbobotilya River

A quiet river with cool water, away from the crowds.

🏝️ Island hopping from Pundaquit, San Antonio

🏝️ Island hopping from Pundaquit, San Antonio

Boat trips to the coves and islands off Pundaquit (Anawangin, Capones, Camara): turquoise water, cliffs and quiet beaches. A classic Zambales day out.

🛣️ San Felipe Coastal Road

🛣️ San Felipe Coastal Road

A drive along the coast, good for sunsets, photo stops and fishing villages.

🌋 Mt. Pinatubo

🌋 Mt. Pinatubo

A 4x4 ride and a trek to the turquoise crater lake of the volcano. It takes a full day, so ask us in advance and we’ll help you arrange it.

Other activities we can set up

  • River adventure: a paddle-boat trip on our river (₱200 per boat).
  • Bonfire night, set up for you on the island (₱250).
  • Massage on request.
  • Banana boat on the beach.

Want us to plan your days? Book your stay and tell us what you’d like to do. We’ll organise it.

Where to stay in Liwliwa

Our three cabins at Riverback Sanctuary, on a river island a 5 to 10 minute walk from the beach.

  • Acacia Cabin · Our best-seller riverview cabin: air-conditioned comfort for up to 4 guests.
  • Agoho Cabin · Air-conditioned cabin for up to 4 guests, with its own private backyard.
  • Talisay Cabin · Our budget-friendly cabin, for solo travellers or couples.

Comparing places? Our local guide to where to stay in Liwliwa