Many of us love the sea and tirelessly explore the diverse marine life that lives in the vast ocean. People always find satisfaction in the comfort of the open sea. But at this very moment, let me describe one of the admirable forms of the ecosystem, the mangrove forest that serves as a nesting area for various aquatic species and a floating village. These places can still be found in Surigao City, Surigao del Norte, Philippines.
Manjagao Mangrove Forest – This is one of nature’s most interesting habitats and is the ultimate cradle of marine life and a sanctuary for various species of fish. Traveling in a rowboat along the naturally curved water channels amidst the lush emerald color of the mangroves will give you an extraordinary experience and a different level of excitement. The rich, visible coral undergrowth is a tropical island delight rarely experienced by humans. Embrace the incredible feelings as you let the warm greetings of the sea breeze welcome you with fascination. Be sensitive to the soft song offered by the mangrove leaves. An inimitable height of euphoria and joy awaits you in this dreamland of marine life. You will find true harmony on the shoulder of the Manjagao mangrove forest; one of the tourist attractions most dreamed of by nature lovers. It is almost an hour’s journey by pump boat from the seaport of the city of Surigao.
Day-asan Floating Villages: Listen to the rustling of the river and the clapping of mangrove leaves. Close your eyes and feel the comfort of the unique paradise. Take a rowboat ride and see those peculiar stilt houses wonderfully erected along the surrounding mangroves. It is popularly known by many as “The Venice of Surigao”. The clarity of sight created by the villagers’ houses that were built perpendicularly on wooden piles and layered rocks will delightfully greet you with awe. The way the villagers travel with their rowboats through the waterways will also bring a new level of experience like your gentle spirit could never imagine. Feel the abundance that comes from the sky and enjoy the serenade of nature. The floating village can be accessed by land or sea in about 30 minutes from the city.
Enjoy life with more meaning and allow yourself to get acquainted with other unique landscapes. Don’t sit in a corner waiting for the sun to go down. Instead, fill your life with plenty of vigor and embrace the serenity of the loving environment.
