HomeAsiaPhilippinesMindanaoSurigao del NorteBucas GrandeHigh Point of my Jungle trek to Sohoton Lagoons of Bucas Grande Island By Marcos Detourist on February 9, 2013Awesome view overlooking limestone karst jungles surrounding the hidden lagoons of Sohoton in Bucas Grande Island, Surigao del Norte, Philippines.I found out about the “jungle trail” to Sohoton Caves and Lagoons on my fourth day in Bucas Grande Island. I’ve always wondered if it was possible and wanted to try it since it was the cheapest way to the lagoons. I was traveling solo and did not want to spend a lot on renting a whole boat for myself, again. Plus, going on a different route seemed more interesting than taking the direct boat from Socorro town proper.The trail was used everyday by local guides and boatmen stationed at the reception area of Sohoton. One of the locals accompanied me on the 45-minute trek, which coursed over multiple limestone karst hills. We started at Brgy. Sudlon proper, 15-minute motorcycle ride away from Socorro town proper, and ended in Dagatan, a short boat ride away from the entrance “guard house” of Sohoton Cave and Lagoons.This featured photo was taken on the highest point of the trail during my trek back to Brgy. Sudlon. This time, I trekked alone after I told my new friends that I was confident I could find my own way back. Fortunately, I did not get lost, though I highly advice getting a guide since the trail forked a number of times.Don’t leave yet. There’s more!19 Days Northeast Mindanao Itinerary — Surigao, Agusan,…East Mindanao Itinerary - Siargao, Bucas Grande, Sohoton,…Siargao, Bucas Grande, and Surigao del Norte 4-day Itinerary12 Days Northeast Mindanao Itinerary - Surigao, Camiguin,…Malaybalay and Bukidnon 2-Day DIY ItineraryIligan Waterfalls and Cagayan de Oro 2-Day DIY ItineraryComments renee saysFebruary 12, 2013 at 4:46 pmMarky, Hi! how ru? Amazing shot from the peak of Sohoton National Park. I have visited the place actually last year via Hayanggabon Surigao del Norte coz its near from my hometown Bacuag. Im going home this Friday for vacation (im OFW here in Papua New Guinea) I hope to see you then… Where is your itenirary from Feb 15 to March 16? I hope to see you ….. Keep shooting ur pictures are awesome:-) Marcos saysFebruary 16, 2013 at 5:45 pmI’ll probably spend my time at home, here in Iloilo :) Thanks renee. Papua New Guinea!? That’s so cool. I’ve always wanted to go there but it’s so remote and flights are expensive. Posting of new comments is disabled temporarily.Connect with Marcos on:Detourista.comMarcosDetourist.comFacebookInstagramTwitterDetourista.comDiscover more travel guides and blogs about the Philippines and beyond by Marcos DetouristChoose your next destination: Cambodia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam
renee saysFebruary 12, 2013 at 4:46 pmMarky, Hi! how ru? Amazing shot from the peak of Sohoton National Park. I have visited the place actually last year via Hayanggabon Surigao del Norte coz its near from my hometown Bacuag. Im going home this Friday for vacation (im OFW here in Papua New Guinea) I hope to see you then… Where is your itenirary from Feb 15 to March 16? I hope to see you ….. Keep shooting ur pictures are awesome:-)
Marcos saysFebruary 16, 2013 at 5:45 pmI’ll probably spend my time at home, here in Iloilo :) Thanks renee. Papua New Guinea!? That’s so cool. I’ve always wanted to go there but it’s so remote and flights are expensive.