Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave
Camalig, Albay
Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave is located in Cotmon, Camalig, Albay 12 km from the town proper, the crystal caves are its central attraction. Visitors often experience: "eternal whispering breeze" from whence its name was derived.
Calabidongan Cave is located about 2 km from Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave. It features an underground stream and a population of bats.
Calabidongan Cave is very ...
accessible from Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave, a good site for picnickers and serious spelunkers. The 4-hour exploration astounds visitors, coming out completely wet.
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The cave is privately owned and manage by three families in Cotmon, Camalig. According to them the local tourism is planning to takeover the administration of this cave to push the conservation. Unfortunately this means an additional fee will be implemented soon. To date the entrance of the cave will cost PHP300 good for 6 pax or less.
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