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LOCATION:

Strategically located right in the middle of the countrys growth triad corridor of
SBMA, CSEZ and Metro Manila

Approximately 31.2 nautical miles across Manila

Can be reached in 45 minutes by ferry across Manila Bay

About 50 kms from SBMA and 70 kms from CSEZ

About 124 kms from Manila

About one and a half drive to Manila via the NLEX

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The eco trails that will take one through the natural habitats that allow Bataan to preserve proper
ecological balance in its surroundings.
Discover the WATERFALLS that abound the rich forests raging waters from the highlands
down to the rivers

DUNSULAN FALLS

KAIRUKAN FALLS, Morong

TAMBANGAN FALLS Morong
MARUKDOK FALLS, Bagac
AMBON AMBON FALLS,Bagac
LIMUTAN FALLS, Bagac

LIMUTAN FALLS

KAIRUKAN FALLS

PILIS FALLS, Samal

PASUKULAN FALLS, Abucay
TUKAL FALLS, Hermosa
DUNSULAN FALLS, Pilar

Explore the different migratory birds along the coasts of Pto. Rivas in Balanga City through
BIRD WATCHING. Based on the Asian Waterbird Census Summary report of 2002-2004, the
said area tops the list of the most number of migratory birds in the Philippines, outnumbering the
famous Olango Island in Cebu.

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BIRD WATCHING AT PTO. RIVAS BAY

For details pls. contact:
MS. ABIGAIL TAN
DR. JOEY SORIANO
BATAAN TOURISM OFFICE
047-237 47 85
0916 363 7667
047- 237 4476 OR 047237 47 85

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Bataan takes great pride in showcasing the natural wealth and diversity of our various tourist
attractions, among which is our long shoreline of pristine beaches and the various habitat that it
nurtures. In cognizance of the concerted effort to preserve our-eco-system, the Provincial
Government and BTCFI had been supporting the community based Bantay Pawikan in
Nagbalayong, Morong.
At the PAWIKAN CONSERVATION CENTER in Morong, native turtles nest and guard
against the extinction of their specie. Aside from this center, the entire Bagac and Morong coasts
are known as nesting grounds of 3 out of the 5 sea turtle species in the country. This includes the
Hawksbill, Olive Ridley and the Green Turtle.

EXISTING PAWIKAN CONSERVATION CENTERS:

NAGBALAYONG, MORONG
MONTEMAR BEACH CLUB INC., BAGAC

SATELLITE PAWIKAN HATCHERIES:

SITIO FUERTE, POBLACION, MORONG

SITIO MATIKU, SABANG, MORONG

PROPOSED CENTERS:

ANVAYA COVE BEACH RESORT, MORONG

OTHER PAWIKAN SIGHTINGS:

MANILA BAY AREA

COASTS OF SAMAL

SOUTH CHINA SEA AREA

QUINAUAN, BAGAC

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COASTS OF PILAR
BRGY. IPAG, MARIVELES

For details pls. contact:

MR. MANOLO IBIAS
0917 900 1648

BANAWANG, BAGAC
PANIBATUHAN, MORONG
BATAAN TOURISM OFFICE
047- 237 4476 OR 047-237 47 85

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Enjoy and discover a totally different eco and sports tourism encounter. Be amazed at its beauty
and lushness of her forests, untapped springs and falls, and the grandeur of the mountains which
provide a commanding view of the province. All of these will be conquered as one submits
himself to the RAGING PENINSULA EXPERIENCE !

PRACTICAL SHOOTING
CLIMBING

AIRSOFT WARGAME

MOUNTAIN BIKING

TREKKING/ MT.

PRACTICAL SHOOTING
FIRING RANGE LOCATION: 304 PMG Camp, Lamao, Limay, Bataan
10 Firing Bays with basic amenities and facilities for members

Blend accuracy, power, speed and contend in practical shooting, and take pleasure in the scenic
sights of the province.
Bataan Practical Shooters Assn. (BATAS) is a PPSA accredited gun club and SEC registered
organization founded in 1998 from members of the different gun clubs of Bataan. BATAS is
composed of 150 members from Bataan. They successfully held IPSC competitions of various
level.
For details pls. contact:
BATAAN PRACTICAL SHOOTERS ASSOCIATION (BATAS)
BATAAN TOURISM OFFICE
+63920 938 06 22
4476 OR 047-237 47 85

047- 237

AIRSOFT WARGAME
Airsoft Wargame, is a unique and exciting sport being played worldwide with similarities to the
popular skirmish called paintball, using automatic weapons which are exact replicas of real
assault weapons. A growing hobby among firearms enthusiasts and recreational soldiers both
young and old, airsoft combines the technical skills required to operate or run a gun, with the
tactical and strategic skills required on the battlefield to attain victory.
Experience this in the historic Bataan and explore the panoramic sights of the mountain ranges,
crystal blue water and historic landmarks which stood as evidence to mans courage and triumph.
GAME SITES:
PULONG BATO Located in the municipality of Orion, Bataan. It is an abandoned resort facing the
Manila Bay with different terrains that are best suited for Airsoft Games.
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MT. SAMAT, PILAR Atop this mountain in Pilar is the Shrine of Valor, a national shrine built to honor
all the defenders of the Philippines during World War II. An ideal site for airsoft wargaming where the
huge memorial cross stood as symbol of mans courage and triumph.
For details pls. contact:
BATAAN AIRSOFT AND TACTICAL SQUAD
BATAAN TOURISM OFFICE
MR. TITO GARCIA
OR 047-237 47 85
+63917 806 54 01

047- 237 4476

SITIO 31 BRGY. BIAAN, MARIVELES- A fieldcourse for airsoft gaming, Sitio 31, as now called, used
to be the Base Camp of the American and Filipino defenders belonging to the 31st artillery battery who
defended the rear of the Bataan peninsula against Japanese invaders .

MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS:

LAKBAY 44
BATAANS ULTIMATE ECO
TOUR DESTINATION
FOR ADVANCED/
EXPERIENCED RIDERS
RIDE TIME: 8- 10 HRS
An epic is an epic. 44km linear distance from the 0km
marker at Mariveles of the famed
Death March to the 0km marker of its counterpart at
Bagac. Thus the name Lakbay 44.One will be too busy riding and appreciating the trail and the
surroundings to care
about it.
Preparation is essential to ride this trail. Enough practice of saddle time prior to the ride
is necessary; so is hydrating ones body days before. Each rider must likewise bring with
him, in his hydrapack, spare tubes, multi-tool, chain cutters, first-aid kit, sun block and
food provision that will help him last the day,
This ride is one complete package ideal for whole day + some night ride or
campingThe trail will speak for itself when you are riding it..everything a mountain
biker/adventurer can wish for: hills, valleys, rock gardens, old guerilla roads, fire roads,
jungle tracks, 2 river crossings and whatever imaginable trail condition that a mountain
biker can think of..Especially when you are standing at some ridge in Bagac,
overlooking a barrio in a beach, with the sun setting on the China Sea and looking
forward on the downhill under the blanket of the stars and the guidance of the moon.
STOP POINTS:

Zero Death March Marker, Mariveles, Bataan

The starting point of Lakbay 44. This point became the temporary camp and shelter for Filipino soldiers
and their US allies who stage their final resistance against the Japanese invaders. The historical march
started at this very site which ended up at Capas, Tarlac.
The Tribal Point
Tourist are welcomed and treated by the tribal community with tribal dances and wedding rituals here. The
tribal residents are one of the original settlers of Mariveles after World War II and are very active in
protecting and safeguarding the forest. Headed by a chieftain, some of their leaders are hired forest guard
marshals of the Municipality. The place is known for its Pure Honey Bee Pulot Pukyutan.
Barracks 31
A Forest Protection Station manned and maintained by the Municipal Forest Marshals.

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Binawangan River
Adventurers may take a dip or swim under an immaculate and pure spring water at Binawangan River. It is
accessible by foot, bike or horseback ride.
Zero Death March Marker
On April 11, 1942, the Death March also started at this point in Bagac, Bataan. Lakbay 44 ends here.

MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS:

LIYANG TRAILS
KILLER LOOP TRAIL
ADVANCED/EXPERIENCED RIDERS
IDEAL MONTHS: SEPTEMBER- FEBRUARY
RIDE TIME: 4-6 HRS.
This trail will test your strength, endurance and bike handling skills. You will find it all here.
Paved roads to the trailhead, dirt roads, fire roads, extended climbs with grades up to 35 percent,
ruts, roots, single tracks, double tracks, rolling hills, rock gardens, technical ascents and descents,
ravines, switchbacks, river crossings, natural launch ramps, all a mountain biker can wish for.
The trail is on old WWII guerilla roads and tracks which circles around Mt. Samat and
interconnects with the exciting Joyce ride (if opting Sabatan exit). Other links to this trail:
Dunsulan falls, Bataan Bonanza Trails (parallel ridge to the west), and Twin Rivers Trails (thru a
switchback that would lead to Bgy. Mabato-Orion exit.
Spectacular view of nearby Mt. Samat and the hills of Bagac and Orion will accompany you on
this ride.

KAPUT TRAILS
KILLER LOOP JR. TRAIL
ADVANCED/EXPERIENCED RIDERS
RIDE TIME: 3-5 HRS.

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Located at Orion, the trail is composed of rolling hills, traversing dirt roads and single tracks and
some long uphill. Once you go down, especially if you take the trail which local mountain bikers
call the Joyce ride, the real fun starts. Rut laden roads, switchbacks, long single tracks sums up
this 7km downhill, with the rider enveloped by the mesmerizing view oh the hills of Orion and
Manila Bay.
Start and end point is at the Total gas station in Pilar crossing.
MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS:

QUINAUAN POINT TRAIL

THE RIDE OF THE LIFETIME
BEGINNERS, ADVANCED/EXPERIENCED RIDERS
IDEAL MONTHS: SEPTEMBER- MAY
RIDE TIME 2-4 HRS. + 45 MINS. BOAT RIDE
The trail going to the cove of Quinauan is marked with ruts, rock gardens, fire roads, single
tracks, old guerilla roads, and a stretch of forested area. As one enters it, one will feel God's hands
fully at work in nature's wonders with ancient acacia and fire trees 10 storeys high, green cogon
meadows, rolling hills, the view of the beach, and trails disappearing in wads of cogon, and
challenging downhill rides.
Suggested starting point is the BEPZ building (Bataan Economic Zone). 2K road ride to trailhead
at Bgy Balon Anito. Uphill is gradual and winding, some thru forest sections. The reward is a 7K
dowhill blast to an awesome scenerycrystal blue water and the white sand beach cove of
Quinauan.
How to end the ride :
1) Take a pumpboat back to Mariveles for 45mins. This option is not recommended dring the months
of June, July and August due to rough seas
2) Ride back through the same trail or
3) Continue the ride to Bagac, Bataan(another 35kms). In this option, overnight stay at Quinauan is
recommended.
Links from BAGAC: you can stay at Montemar Resort or any other beach resorts in the vicinity,
or continue your ride back to the east side of Bataan (ie Orion ferry terminal) thru the Bagac-Pilar
expressway (25K) or ride to SUBIC BAY thru Morong gate
(30K road ride from Bagac).

ALAS-ASIN TRAILS
KAMAYA POINT PLAYGROUND

FOR BEGINNERS
RIDE TIME: 2-3 HRS.
A short 10K loop of single tracks and
'ober-da-bakod' leaps. Practice ride for
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newbies who want to experience the single track demands, learn shifting techniques and loves
excellent scenery.
Suggested starting point: Alas-asin or, Mountain view village.
Links: Sisiman ridge,Mariveles peak (viewing the zigzag road), zigzag road,DENR Reforestation.
MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS:
ABUCAY-SAMAL LOOP
BEGINNERS/ADVANCED/EXPERIENCED
RIDERS
RIDE TIME: 3-5 HRS.
The trail will traverse the mountainous area of the Abucay
and Samal Municipalties. The ride starts and ends at the
Samal Municipal Hall. The climb to the peak of the whole
trail will be a challenge so this ride is not recommended
for beginners except if you are, physically, in tiptop shape.
But the area has alternate routes for beginners.
Paved, rolling hills and dirt roads will lead you up the
climb but you will be rewarded with 7-8 km of technical
downhill along rut-laden farm roads, single tracks,
complete with sharp turns and switchbacks that will keep
your adrenaline levels up. A bike carrying climb following
a stream crossing will cut the downhill in half, but it is all
worth it.

ABU-ABU TRAIL
BEGINNERS
RIDE TIME: 2-3 HRS.
Located at Balanga City, the ride usually starts and ends at
the Bataan Capitol grounds. It will traverse paved roads
leading to the trailhead. The ride consists of fire roads,
short single tracks, and an optional refreshing dip at a
nearby river. This trail is perfect for newcomers to the
sports, to practice their shifting and handling skills and
also to experience the joys and benefits of real, mountain
biking.

SANTA MONICA TRAIL

BEGINNERS/ADVANCED RIDERS
RIDE TIME: 2-3 HRS.
Situated in Mariveles, the ride starts and ends at the BEPZ building.
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The early part of the ride is a paved road climb to the trailhead. Once you hit the trails it will be
rolling hills. Single tracks, fire roads and paved roads constitute this ride.
MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS:

TWIN RIVERS TRAIL

BEGINNERS/ ADVANCED RIDERS
Located in Orion, Bataan - a 30K loop. Suggested starting points: 1) Port Capinpin, Orion Ferry
terminal or 2) TOTAL Pilar Gas Station along Roman Highway. Trailhead is at Bgy. Damulog,
Orion. Road ride to the trail head is about 3km from either starting point.
Once you have a view of Manila Bay, you're in Brgy Mabig. Before reaching Brgy Mindanao,
take the right trail on the fork (just after a prominent rock on the right with names scribbled on it).
You'll glide though hills and cut though forest sections with 5 stream crossings. After the fifth
crossing, the trail ends and you will see a short steep trail that will intersect with another trail. The
uphill trail to the left will lead you to Liyang/Killer Loop, while the downhill track to the right
will take you back to the highway (around 7K downhill). The single track will soon widen and
end at Bgy Mabato, Orion. You will notice that from the Mabato exit, your entry point thru Bgy
Damulog along Roman highway is only 400 meters away. A road ride of 3K back to your starting
point will complete your play.

MOUNTAIN BIKE CIRCUIT RACE :

PADYAKAN SA BATAAN
A 5km mountain bike circuit race is yearly held at the town of Mariveles in
time of the nations celebration of the Araw ng Kagitingan. The race is being
open to all mountain bike enthusiasts from Bataan and nearby provinces and
Manila area.
RACE CATEGORIES
OPEN CATEGORY

AGE CATEGORY
29 y/o and below to 50 y/o and up

INVITATIONAL FUN CATEGORY

Men and Women

DOWNHILL CATEGORY

SINGLE SPEED CATEGORY

KIDS CATEGORY
10 y/o and below
11 y/o to 15 y/o
For details pls. contact: BATAAN TRAILRIDERS AND
ADVENTURERS NETWORK

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MR. EBOY RESOLADA eboyroselada@yahoo.com
+63920 962 39 23
BATAAN TOURISM OFFICE

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