TRAVEL: This Place is the Perfect Quick Escape from Manila

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If you’re looking a quick escape from the stress and traffic of Metro Manila, a short drive to Caliraya, Laguna will bring you to Aquascape – a paradise wiht a floating house covered by the lush forests, surrounded by the emerald green lake, and complimented by the cool atmosphere.

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Colz Vidal shared with WhenInManila.com her recent trip here.

She described the place as “surreal”.

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HOW MUCH:

There are several cottages available in the resort.

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The main cottages were the:

1. Floating Cottage (good for 4 PAX)

5,000 PHP (not bad)

IF 4 kayo magaavail, that will make it 1250 per person!! (SULIT)

No free Kayak

What i love: Disco & laser lights: Fun + Romantic night

2. Floating Suite (good for 6 PAX)

10,000 PHP/ 6 PAX

IF 6 kayo magaavail, that will make it 1667 per person!! (SULIT)

Inclusive of free Kayak (300php/ hour if rented)

twice the size of the floating cottage

What i love: Disco & laser lights: Fun + Romantic night

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HOW TO GET THERE?

1. By Private Transportation:

You can search ECO SADDLE on Waze, which will accurately lead you to the right way (3-4 hours drive)

2. By Public Transportation:

From Buendia/ Cubao, ride a bus bound to Sta Cruz Laguna

Drop off Sta Cruz, Laguna :160PHP

From there, ride a jeep to Lumot, Caliraya

Drop off at Mt. Carmel / Eco Saddle: 30PHP

3. Private Van offered by the resort

6000PHP Back and forth

Inclusive of Gas and Driver’s Fee

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AMENITIES + ACTIVITIES: 1. Jacuzzi 2. Fish Spa 3. Jetski 4. Kayak 5. ATV 6. Buggy Car AND MANY MORE!!

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More photos here.

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