MANOLO FORTICH TOURISM
Natural Made Attractions
| Location | Distance from Poblacion | Fare (from Cagayan de Oro) | Multicab plus Motorcycle if applicable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mangima Canyon- situated along the Sayre Highway, w/ views of rivers & hills, making it one of the most interesting spots in Bukidnon ; a zigzag road dubbed as the Kennon Road of the south; | Mangima, Poblacion | 2 kms. | P60.00 | |
| Mt. Kitangklad Range Natural Park- (MKNRP) has a unique ecological diversity characterized by a combination and interplay of human communities, connected landscapes, immense natural diversity of its flora and fauna, and its contribution to national economy and heritage. All these features have secured the mountain range's future as a protected area under the natural park category and governed through specific conservation and management objectives. From the plains of the municipality , one can have a view of the spectacular ranges of Mt. kitanglad which are destination for mountaineers and hikers. It rises to a height of about 2,899 meters, shared by 8 municipalities of the province namely; Manolo Fortich, Malaybalay, Impasug-ong Lantapan, Baungon, Libona, Talakag, Sumilao. | Barangays of Dahilayan and Kalugmanan | 27 kms. | P200.00 | |
| Abyawan Ridge- located along the road going to Silo-o Station and the tree plantation of Bukidnon Forest Inc. Here, one has a panoramic view of the Tagoloan River and the scenic canyon, as the river traverses Brgys. Dalirig, Lingi-on and Sto. Niño. | Abyawan, Dalirig | 14 kms. | P70.00 | P200.00 |
| Sumalsag Cave - It is generally wet or filled with water. The total length of Sumalsag Cave’ three branches is approximately 1,859 meters. Its wide entrance boasting of huge stalctities , opnes to a spacious chamber floored with mud. | Dalirig | 15 kms. | P70.00 | P200.00 |
| Mt. Pulog Hills- a hill situated between Brgys. San Miguel and Lunocan, commands a panoramic view of the Northern Bukidnon plateau, the Del Monte Golf Course and Clubhouse, the airstrip and the rose farms of local farmers. It is also a favorite trekking place during Good Friday. | Pulog, San Miguel | 9 kms. | P60.00 | P50.00 |
Manmade Attractions
| Location | Distance from Poblacion | Fare (from Cagayan de Oro) | Multicab plus Motorcycle if applicable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del Monte Golf Course – established in 1928 ; a private club located within the pineapple plantation which was formerly Intended for Del Monte’s expatriates. This 18-hole, 6,390-yard par 72 golf course’s first nine holes were designed by Peter Crawford and the second nine by Celestino Tugot. The world renowned Del Monte Golf Course was once a private playground of the high society of Manila. Even Former Ferdinand E. Marcos would just fly here to have an afternoon round of golf. Now it is the home of the International Golfer, Frankie Miñoza. It has been religiously greened to fully cater to its clientele both local and foreign. In the clubhouse, one can find the Pro-Shop where you can buy souvenirs and golfing paraphernalia | Cawayanon, San Miguel | 4 kms. | P50.00 | |
| Mangima Canyon Springs and Country Park - Features an eco-and agri-tourism theme equipped with summer camp, conference halls, inns, swimming pools, nature trails, off road tracks and rides. Added features are the tilapia hatchery developed by the Municipal Agriculture Office in the area, producing thousands of fingerlings to support local farmers and the shooting range. Favorite site of popular off road competition where enthusiasts from all over the country participate in this very challenging and heart-thumping event. | Magima, Poblacion | 3 kms. | P60.00 | |
| Dahilayan Adventures- known to be the longest zipline in Asia; a dual carrying cables each stretching 840 meters from point to point with an elevation drop of 100 meters and an estimated speed of 60-100 kilometers per hour! An adventure that’s making the town as home of extreme adventure a big thrill destination. Also features its newly opened Forest Park with figures of wild and domestic animals, All – Terrain Vehicle (ATV) four –wheel motor rides, horseback riding and more. | Dahilayan, Contact: (088) 857-2663 local 403/404; 09228801319 Website: http://www.dahilayanadventurepark.com | 27 kms. | P60.00 | P200.00 |
| BUKIDNON FOREST INC. - a 36,000 hectare-reforestation project under the assistance of the New Zealand government under the auspices of DENR. | Dalirig | 16 kms. | P60.00 | P150.00 |
Historical Sites /Landmarks
| Location | Distance from Poblacion | Fare (from Cagayan de Oro) | Multicab plus Motorcycle if applicable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesian Well – In early 1930’s,residents of Barrio Tankulan used this well as source of water. The Barrio Officials under the leadership of Presidente del Barrio Mateo Gumaling started the construction of this well. It was during the World War II that the American Soldiers drew water from this well. The preservation of this well serves as our tribute to the early leaders and people of barrio Tankulan. | Municipal Plaza, Poblacion | P60.00 | ||
| Old Mangima Bridge – Strategically blown up by the guerrillas led by Captain Ramon M. Onahon to sabotage the movement of supplies and reinforcements of the Japanese army to central Mindanao. What was left are its foundations and support pillars which serve as a grim reminder of a hundred or so Japanese soldiers who died in the process of its destruction. | Mangima, Poblacion | 3 kms. | P60.00 | |
| Heroes’ Shrine – near the LGU owned resort are remnants and memorabilia of the bravery of our local heroes. The shrine was built in memory of the brave late Capt. Ramon M. Onahon and other heroic guerrilla that time. | Mangima, Poblacion | 3 kms. | P60.00 | |
| Gen. Douglas Mac Arthur LandMark – Built by the Rotary Club of Northern Bukidnon. The memorial landmark is 85 meters wide and 3.5 km long. The barangays of Sto. Nino and Dicklum were one location of a large airfield of the US Army Air Corps before World War II. It was said that when Gen. Douglas Mac Arthur left Corregidor Island flee from invading Japanese Imperial forces during the war, he landed in an area which is now presently Puerto, Bugo- now part of Cagayn de Oro. It was this very field that he and his and Staff took an aircraft bound for Australia. | Mapait, Dicklum | 5 kms. | P60.00 | P10.00 |
| Japanese Stone Marker – marks the graves of high-ranking Japanese officials killed during World War II. The elliptical one foot by two-foot stone bears two inscriptions, which translated means “On this spot died Miyazaki Yoshitoi, Chief of Army” and “Emperor Chiao.” In memory of Kaji Battalion, May 8, 1942. | Poblacion | P60.00 |
Other Attractions
| Location | Distance from Poblacion | Fare (from Cagayan de Oro) | Multicab plus Motorcycle if applicable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Pines Farm - a 275 – hectare development along the farm lot concept undertaken by A. Brown Co, Inc. and North Kitanglad Agriculutral Corp.It is isutaed 1,200 meters above sea level on the side of Mt. Kitanglad facing Manolo Fortich. It revolves arounf the idea of giving busy urabnmites abnd their families weekend breathers in a rustic setting, complete with vegetable farming , flower gardening , angling , camping, trekking , horseback riding , and bikiung opportunities. | Kalugmanan | 13 kms. | P60.00 | P150.00 |
| C.P. Flori, Inc. – produces export quality cutflowers namely; | Kalugmanan | 13 kms. | P60.00 | P150.00 |
| Menzi Farm - This 350 ha. Farm has a view deck where one can view the whole municipality. Offering a coothing escape from everyday pressured beacuase of its serene and peaceful ambiance. Famr products include king mandarin oranges , pineapples , cut flowers a, coffee, and cacao | Menzi, Damilag | 14 kms. | P40.00 | P20.00 |
| Del Monte Pineapple Plantation –one of the largest in the world and the biggest in the Far East. It covers the towns of Manolo Fortich (45.4 sq. kms.), Libona, Impasgong and Sumilao and is located on several small tablelands of the Bukidnon plateau at an elevation ranging from 1,600 ft. (488 m.) to 2,200 ft. (670 m.). The plantation was started in 1926 on an experimental scale by the Philippine Packing Corporation (a subsidiary of California Packing Corporation) and operates a lease on 20,000 acres. Its relatively fertile soils are planted to excellent Smooth Cayenne pineapple which has the same qualities of pineapple grown in Hawaii, U.S.A. Its focal point is Camp Philips, Agusan Canyon, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon located 34 kms. from Cagayan de Oro City. DMPI is currently the largest employer and taxpayer in the municipality | ||||
| Aberasturi Farm – produces cutflowers | Dahilayan | |||
| HELMS Farm - an area for horseback riding and camping. | Dahilayan | 27 kms | P60.00 | P200.00 |
| RPA Ventures – 14 hectare farm producing a variety of export-quality anthuriums of different Holland varieties | Diclum and Sto. Niño | 5-9 kms | P60.00 | P20.00 |
