One of my Bucket list is to go to the province of Alegria in Cebu, I’m no stranger to any bodies of water and cave formation that can easily take anyone’s breath away. In fact, I’ve been through many falls, lakes, etc. but there’s something about this province that’s making me to visit and see the magical sceneries in Alegria.  Who doesn’t love beaches and sunsets and waterfalls, right? If you have come from miles away just to experience the rawness of Alegria, expect to leave happy and satisfied. To date, there have only been a few places that have made me feel this way and on top of that list would have to be the far-flung yet stunning Alegria.

Alegria is found right after Badian, where many springs are found. If you are a beach lover, like me, then there is no reason not to hop on the bus and travel to this municipality. If you like adventures, Alegria is the right place for you. It might still be an understatement to say that the province of Alegria are a natural masterpiece; but either way, it is my hope that you will see the outstanding beauty of this place in the flesh! I bet that you have this now on your travel bucket list too and surely, it would be my pleasure to help make your travel planning easier and so, with this post, I give you the ultimate travel guide for Alegria, Cebu — complete with infos, tips, resources, and itinerary that you’re free to customize depending on the length of your stay or the style of traveling that you will do! Enjoy!

Alegria, officially the Municipality of Alegria, is a 4th class municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 23,300 people.

Alegira is bordered to the north by the town of Badian, to the west is the Tañon Strait, to the east are the towns of Dalaguete and Alcoy, and to the south is the town of Malabuyoc.

It is home of the first onshore oil field in the Philippines, the Alegria Oil Field.

TRIVIA: The name Alegria is derived from the Spanish word “Alegre”, which translates to cheerfulness and extravagant joy in English. Locals believed that the Spaniards named it Alegria after uttering the word, “Que Alegria!” to describe how springs (tubod in Cebuano), sprout out of the mountains as if they were dancing to a certain tune.

The best times to visit Alegria for ideal weather are February 26^th to March 25^th or May 7^th to June 3^rd. Average temperatures in Alegria vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Alegria, the hottest months are May, April, and then June. The warmest time of year is generally early June where highs are regularly around 90.7°F (32.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.2°F (25.1°C) at night.

From the Cebu Bus Terminal, hail a bus to Bato/Barili. The fare for the Ceres bus will cost you 140 pesos but if you are a student (with a student ID as proof) can avail a discount and pay 125 pesos only.

Sun Xi beach club they have upgraded their services but they still offer their customers more than the regular swimming experience. Kayaking, canyoneering, snorkeling, and boating are all fun water activities that you can do alone or together with your loved ones. Their beach is clean, blue and very private. It is really a good place to be.

Here are the top tourist spots in Alegria, Cebu

Kangcalanog Falls

If you are a travel junkie like me who wants to traverse deep in the wild mountains just to see hidden gems such as Kangcalanog Falls then I highly recommend this place.

This place is located very deep in the mountains of Alegria. Although the road going there is partly concrete and aspalted, the surrounding environment is very isolated and only a very few mountain native houses can be found. It’s probably more than 6km from the main road. After you see a sign for Kangcalanog Falls, you still have to hike for more or less 30 mins going down there and the pathway can be very slippery so be careful.There is also a small store there operated by the local government. You may buy some food, water or rent a table or chairs for a cheap price. There’s also an entrance fee.

The water is so clear, it’s deceiving. It’s actually quite deep though it doesn’t look like it. Entrance fee is about ₱50. You can also stay overnight. If you can’t swim, don’t worry. You can rent a life vest for ₱50. You can reach this place by private vehicle or by renting a habal-habal. There’s a short hike for about 15mins, simple trail so you don’t have you be a serious hiker to get there.

Alegria Heritage Park Xavier Bay Complex

The park is very clean, vibrant and still gives off that historic vibe. It is personally one of my favorite park in South because people of all ages could enjoy the place.

Montpellier Falls

It is free and it is worth it. So beautiful. I saw no other people there so this really is a hidden gem compared to there other crowded places that you have to pay for. I swam under the falls. Very nice and cooling.

Follow roads signs and turn off when you see Sun Xi Mountain Retreat. the road will then split after a few hundred metres. Take the left fork and continue up a steep but new concreted track. Best to do this on a moped or motorbike. 4 WDS can get so far but normal cars cannot.Even on a moped you will need to walk. Leave it at the end of the concreted path and you still have 20 minutes to walk. You will feel you are going the wrong way as you have to go past and through small groups of houses.

Canyoneering Alegria Cebu

We used Tripple K Canyoneering and would highly recommend them, very professional. The ceras bus stops right outside their office. It takes about 30 minutes on the bus Moalboal to their office. There equipment is very good they provide shoes, buoyancy aid and helmet.

The route you take with them includes 8 jumps and 2 slides and is great fun. When you are finished which does take approx 3 hours you have to walk up 400 steps to get back to a motor bike who brings you back down the hill.

Kawasan Falls

Kawasan Falls is a popular attraction both among locals and tourists, and it’s rare to get a quiet moment here. It’s very beautiful, and the water is just as turquoise as the pictures, but to be honest, you shouldn’t expect a quiet paradise.

From Cebu City to Kawasan Falls The buses are running from Cebu City to Kawasan Falls, are starting from the South Bus Terminal. You can take all of the buses going to Bato (via Barili).

With that said, it’s still an amazing waterfall, and it’s fun to go for a swim, but it is not as peaceful as in the pictures. Expect a beautiful place with lots of people, and you will not be disappointed.

Moalboal

Dive into the gorgeous azure sea, swim alongside sea turtles, and discover the majestic Moalboal sardine run . Go on a fun-filled, private adventure by hopping around Moalboal’s beautiful islands! Cut through a sea of trees while riding an adrenaline-pumping motorbike and head for the Badian River. Go trekking, climbing, rappelling, swimming, snorkeling, and even jump from 30-foot high cliffs while canyoneering.

From the capital of the province, Moalboal is three hours drive by public bus. Librando and Ceres buses going to Moalboal are located in the South Bus Terminal of the city capital. Fare for non-aircon bus starts at P90.00 and P110.00 for aircon bus.

Kanlaob River

At the site, the view is very fascinating and relaxing. You can hear fresh river flows, humming birds and tall trees that is welcoming you. Also you will be enchanted to see the canyons after canyons surrounding you all over, very nice and untouched rock formations. I never expected to see a place like this nowadays.

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Lambug beach

Lambug White Beach is undeniably one of the hottest go-to beach destination. The crystal clear water, the great blue skies and the refreshing scenery will surely enthrall you. If you wish to stay overnight, you can bring your own tent or a mat “banig” (no charge) so you can truly enjoy stargazing the whole night. Just make sure to bring a blanket and a friend to ward off the chills.

From the South Bus Terminal, take a bus going to Badian or Oslob. Fare is P140. Tell the bus driver to drop you off at the town center or “lungsod” of Lambug Badian. Travel time is approximately 3 hours.

From the town proper, ride a tricycle going to Lambug Beach. Fare is P30 per person. Travel time is 20-30 minutes.

You can park your car or motorcycles for a very minimal fee.

Mount Lanaya

Mt. Lanaya stands around 700 metres above sea level, it provides the panoramic view of the vast ocean and the mountains of Negros Province. There are two trails you can take if you want to reach Mt. Lanaya. One is the Lumpan trail which is approximately a two-hour trek depending on your pace. The other is the Legaspi trail which is approximately a four-hour trek. This one requires you to be in good physical and mental condition since it is quite difficult and challenging to follow.

From Cebu City, ride a bus to Alegria at South Bus Terminal. Take a Ceres bus that has a route “Bato via Barili” and tell the conductor that you will be dropping off at Legaspi. It takes around 4-5 hours of bus ride depends on the traffic.

You will be dropped off at the Barangay Hall of Legaspi, Alegria and you will need to register and pay for the necessary fees.

Cambais falls

Cambais Falls is about an hour away from Moalboal or 30 minutes further south from Kawasan Falls. When you arrive at the parking lot to Cambais Falls you will head up to the right of the road where a sign marks the start of the trail. It isn’t very difficult and we did it in flip-flops. It will took more than twenty minutes walking along the trail until you’ll reached the ticket office. Here you pay 50 pesos per person entry fee, which is just $1 USD.  From the ticket office, it is just one more minute of walking to Cambais Falls.

Cambais Falls has two distinct levels. On the first level, a huge, milky blue pool is surrounded by ferns, boulders, and trees. The waterfall at this level pours over the limestone cliff wall without extreme force, more of a pour! It seems to drip off the limestone in lines, which creates a beautiful scene from below. There is a lot to explore on this level like a few small caves and plenty of rocks to jump off.

Kabukalan spring

Going to the cold spring isn’t as easy as going to the beach because you will have to take a little hike to the entrance, and more walking up to the 3rd level. The overall adventure is not tough, though, kids and older people can go and enjoy nature without a sweat.

To get to the area via bus from the city, hail a Bato/Barili bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal. This route will take you to the entry point to Kawasan, but you will have to take a little hike to reach the place.

Prepare around 150 pesos as fare for the air-conditioned bus, and 40 pesos as the entrance fee to the falls.

Alegria is a small municipality but it packed with so much goodness. The waterfalls in this post are not the only treasures found here. You still have caves, more beaches, and mountains to see. If you look closely, Alegria is an all-in-one town that’s full of surprises that you don’t want to miss.