Backpacker Quest

LAKE DANAO NATIONAL PARK LAKE DANAO, ORMOC Lake Danao, a guitar-shaped lake in Leyte, is a natural gem of Ormoc City. Its serene environment makes it an ideal spot for meditation, relaxation, and enjoying the fresh air to relieve stress. You can experience the calm waters by renting a kayak for PHP150 per hour. Floating cottages are also available for rent, enhancing your stay by the lake.   PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION from Manila 1. Book a flight from NAIA to Tacloban 2. From Daniel Romualdez Airport,  rent a taxi going to the van terminal. 3. Ride a van at Grandtours terminal going to Ormoc City. 4. Ride a multi-cab going to Lake Danao which can be found near Ormoc City's Public Market across Ormoc City Port. another option is to take a tricycle on a special trip from Ormoc City to Lake Danao for PHP500. another alternative is to take a tricycle going to Barangay Dolores and take a motorcycle (habal-habal) going to Lake Danao ITINERARY This is our itinerary from Mani...

Kalanggaman Island PALOMPON, LEYTE Kalanggaman Island is one of the most beautiful islands in the Philippines, known for its long sandbar with creamy white sand and rough coral stones. One side of the island features limestone rock. The beach water surrounding the island is crystal clear and blue, making it irresistible to jump in before reaching the shore. The island's name comes from the Cebuano word "langgam," meaning bird, as it used to be a bird sanctuary. The municipality of Palompon maintains the island to ensure a pleasant experience for visitors. They have built cottages for day visitors and facilities for washing up and changing clothes. They also keep the island clean, so visitors are required to put their trash in garbage bags for collection. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION from Manila - Palompon 1. Book a flight to Leyte via Tacloban. 2. From Daniel Romualdez Airport, take a taxi going to the van terminal. 3. Ride a van going to Palompon, Leyte. ...