Botolan in 3 days

A 3-day plan built from the See, Do and Eat listings in Wikivoyage's Botolan guide. The stops are in an order that keeps each day close together. Check the hours and prices before you go.

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Day 1

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Morning Mount PinatuboInevitably associated with the town, the volcano is the biggest draw in the area, particularly its crater lake and the lunar landscapes created along its gullies following the 1991 eruptions. In comparison to the trails in Pampanga and Tarlac, the trails from the Botolan side involve longer…Directions —

Late morning Tukal-Tukal FallsA waterfall on the slopes of Mount Mangkirat.Directions —

Afternoon Camp KainomayanThe base camp for expeditions leading to Pinatubo. It also features recreational amenities such as a swimming pool, a zip line and wall climbing spots, in addition to a tourist information center from where packages to Pinatubo and related attractions can be negotiated.Directions —

Day 2

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Morning Ina Poonbato ShrineA shrine dedicated to the venerated Marian image of Ina Poonbato (Mother Lord of the Rocks), a sculpture of the Virgin May discovered on a rock by Aeta villagers in the 1600s and relocated following the Pinatubo eruption in 1991. Its religious importance increased when the statue was found…Directions —

Late morning Saint Monica Parish ChurchBotolan's main Roman Catholic church, built during the Spanish era in 1736 with a triangular facade.Directions —

Afternoon Capayawan BeachA stretch of beach used more often by local residents and tourists seeking budget-friendly options.Directions —

Day 3

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Morning Bancal EcoparkAn ecotourism park along the Bancal River featuring kayaking trips and tours of the mangroves at the nearby estuary.Directions —

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