Udlom Falls in Pinamungahan | A Wonderful Place to Loosen Up

Because a waterfall is a reminder that falling doesn’t always have to hurt.

I always love capping off my adventures with a glimpse of sunset, a dip in a river or a feel of the mist of a waterfall. It gives me the feeling of fulfillment. It is somewhat a reward to myself for a job well done on that day. It’s like a dessert that completes my meal.

Udlom Falls

Our spelunking adventure in Toledo City ended with a wonderful surprise. Everybody agreed to proceed to Udlom Peak in Pinamungahan to catch the sunset since it was too early to call it a day. Well, that’s where Niña and I thought we were going. We didn’t have any idea about Udlom Falls. 

From the camping site of Lapos-Lapos Cave, we crossed another mountain to go to the main road. We passed by a canopy of mahogany trees that reminded us of the infamous Spartan Trail. Then we reached the main road going to Pinamungahan.

We agreed to take a hike instead of riding a motorcycle since it was early anyway. But we never thought it would take us more than 7 kilometers to reach the waterfall. The distance didn’t really bother us but the long downhill path did. It was very straining to the legs. I hate downhill walks especially on concrete roads. You put too much weight on your lower limbs.

As it was said, nothing lasts forever.

Eventually, we arrived at Hidden Valley Mountain Resort where we took a breather in a store outside. After a short while, we resumed our hike and took a turn in a narrow path between households. Niña and I were too busy talking that we didn’t know some kids were guiding us. We only noticed the two of them followed us when we got left behind. The two kids served us the ‘tail-guides’. Thanks to them, we were able to catch up with the rest of the group.

Since we didn’t know that we were going to the waterfall, Niña and I were surprised to hear the cascade few meters away. Although we weren’t sure we were really going that way, we were both excited. After a few more steps, we caught a glimpse of the waterfall and it confirmed our guess that we were actually heading there. We heard giggles coming from the base, so we paced hurriedly.

We saw our friends happily taking photos of the beautiful water plunge near the basin. I didn’t come near right away because I was still catching my breath. I sat on a rock near me as I admired the falls’ height and beauty. The strong pressure of the water that falls into the bedrock created a mist that cooled down our tired bodies.

Oh, what a wonderful feeling it was to sit down in front of the waterfall while its mist massaged not only my body but also my inner core. The sound of the water as it fell into the basin was very refreshing.

Not too long, Sir Aldrich invited us to come nearer so we can take a group photo. After that, we took a rest while waiting for the time. Instead of going to Udlom Peak to catch the sunset, we agreed to conclude our day in the falls and head home afterward.

I went home that day feeling absolutely satisfied. I just had a great and fulfilling day with wonderful people. Udlom Falls was a delightful bonus to cap off our day.

 

Let us hear from you. How do you cap off your adventures?

 

‘Til next time!

Keep safe!

Love, Ace and Demi