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Tara! laag ta sa Sagada!
Travel Summary (5D4N):
Day 1: (Arrival to Sagada)
Traveled to Sagada from Baguio via van - 500 PHP
Stopped at Atok for Lunch - 110 PHP
Arrival at Sagada
Tourism Fee - 100 PHP
Water, Chips, Chocolates - 215 PHP
Bread, Coffee, Jam - 200 PHP
Checked in at Isabelo's Inn - 3421 PHP (5D4N w/ free breakfast) [Book Here]
Booked tours and planned other activities
Roam around the town
Day 2: (Tour Day)
1st Attempt for Sea of Clouds
Marlboro Hills to Blue Soil Tour - 500 PHP (Solo Joiner)
Lunch at local restaurant (Vegetables with etag meat) - 210 PHP
Tour 2: Bomod-ok Falls - 1150 PHP (Solo Private)
Dinner at Yogurt House - 380 PHP
Day 3: (Worked 7am to 4pm)
2nd Attempt for Sea of Clouds
Bus to Isang-Wow Cafe - 20 PHP
Breakfast at Isang-Wow Cafe - 255 PHP
Walked from Isang-Wow Cafe to Town Proper
Lunch at Sagada Bistro (Pinikpikan with etag) - 400 PHP
Dinner at Lemon Pie and Coffee - 100 PHP
Day 4: (Worked 7am to 4pm)
3rd Attempt for Sea of Clouds
Marlboro Hills Tour - 250 PHP
Coffee at Marlboro Hills - 30 PHP
Champorado at Marlboro Hills - 80 PHP
Bought some camping essentials (Butane Gas, Food, Drinks) - 300 PHP
Overnight Camp at Mount Ampacao - 700 PHP (Van Fee)
Day 5: (Back to Baguio, Worked 7am to 10am)
Back from Overnight Camp
Lunch at Masferre Restaurant - 475 PHP
Bus from Sagada to Baguio - 330 PHP
TOTAL: 9726 PHP
Primary Considerations for Digital Nomads:
Internet ConnectionÂ
Hotel WiFi: up to 40mbps
Mobile Data [LTE]: up to 15mbps (Globe)
Power or Electricity There was one time power outage during my trip that lasted for almost 4hrs but the rest was pretty stable. There are restaurants and some local coffee shops as well that offer free use of power outlets.
Security Sagada has one of the kindest and friendliest people. You just have to show respect as well to their locals and you have nothing to worry about.
Travel Time or Accessibility Travel time is the only thing that's a bit of challenge here. It might take up to 8hrs from Baguio City.
General Tips:
Make sure to plan your tours ahead and reserve slots specially on peak seasons.
Bomod-ok Falls is a must visit!
You might need to prepare for a lot of walking and hikes when visiting Sagada.
Sagada already have a reservation based tricycle service. Just call the number below.
Recommended Gears:
Camping:
Hiking Bag: Osprey Talon 36L
Super Lightweight Tent: Naturehike Cloud Up (2P)
Pillow: Naturehike Inflattable Pillow
Super Lightweight Chair: Naturehike Folding Chair
Gadgets:
Tech Bag: Cullen Wayne Commuter Backpack
Waterproof Bag: Naturehike 30L Bag
Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro
Selfie Stick and Tripod: For insta 360 and Phone (needs holder)
Tour Highlights: (coming soon)
Useful Contacts:
Sagada Tours Coordinator
Sir Jayson - Phone: 09959510854 FB: https://www.facebook.com/jomar.raguin.3 Local and registered tour coordinator. Highly Recommended!
Sagada Tricycle Service - 09165911211
Van Service - 09054330134
Recommended Gears:
Camping:
Hiking Bag: Osprey Talon 36L
Super Lightweight Tent: Naturehike Cloud Up (2P)
Pillow: Naturehike Inflattable Pillow
Super Lightweight Chair: Naturehike Folding Chair
Gadgets:
Tech Bag: Cullen Wayne Commuter Backpack
Waterproof Bag: Naturehike 30L Bag
Drone: DJI Mini 4 Pro
Selfie Stick and Tripod: For insta 360 and Phone (needs holder)
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