Sohoton National Park

The Sohoton National Park in Sitio Rawis, Brgy. Guirang, Basey, Samar is about 840 hectares consisting of several fascinating geological features including caves, hugs, limestone boulders, rockholes, weathered formation rocks and underground rivers.

The fantastic sites within the park area include:the cathedral-like caves-Panhulugan I and II, Sohoton and Bugosan, which are endogen caves in angular limestone cliff, which support the base of other crack system.

The place can be reached through a two and a half (2½) hours motorboat ride from Tacloban City and two (2) hours ride from Basey proper.

For more details about the park please visit the Samar LGU Tourism site which also features other sites within the province.

(Photo is from http://samar.lgu-ph.com/tourism.htm)

Almadro Beach Rseort

Another calm and beautiful beach found in the shores of Cabucgayan in Billiran Province is the Almadro Beach in Brgy. Looc about 30 kilometers South-East of the Capital town of Naval.

Separated from the harsh streams of Carigara Bay, the resort is a serene white beach with clear waters where you can watch the corals and the shallow seabed.

The place is perfect for snorkeling and swimming. It has a few kiosk for the visitors and a place good for functions and conference. Visit the place to discover it yourself.

There are available buses from Naval to Cabucgayan daily from 8:00AM to 5:00PM at 30 minutes to 1 hour interval.

(Photo from biliranisland.com)