Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park is a protected park in Murcia, Negros Occidental. It is surrounded by craters and waterfalls such as the Sudlon Falls and Quipot Falls. Ready your hiking boots because the park has trails that visitors can go and hike on. The park also offers various unique flora and animals that you might encounter so keep your cameras and trigger finger on alert!
Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park is a perfect spot to visit if you’re looking to go deep in nature. The park offers various trails with varying difficulties. One can even reach the crater of Mt. Kanlaon is one of these trails so better get ready!
Here is our Travel Guide for Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park!
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From Bacolod City to Mt. Kanlaon National Park
1. Ride a tricycle to head to the Bacolod City South Bus Terminal.
2. In the terminal, ride a bus heading to Canlaon City. This will take 2-3 hours.
3. Upon arrival, ride a tricycle that will drop you off at Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park.
4. Process the permit and processing fees.
Things to do at Mt. Kanlaon National Park
1. HIKING
– There are several trails that you and your party can choose from. Make sure to book your hikes a week before visiting the Office of the Park Superintendent. For the complete guide into securing this permit, visit their official city government website at: shorturl.at/bhnxN.
2. BIRDWATCHING
– Mt. Kanlaon houses many endemic exotic birds. If you are an avid bird watching hobbyist, make sure to stop by and catch a glimpse of these majestic birds!
3. BATHING IN THE HOT SPRINGS AND POOLS
Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park is surrounded by hot springs. Some of these hot springs have adjacent pools built around them. Guests and take a dip in these pools.
4. VISIT THE VEGETABLE TERRACES AND PLANTATIONS
Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park has a picturesque vegetable terrace that visitors can frolic in. Get those cameras ready!
Rates and Fees
Hiking Permit Fee: ₱300
Guide Fee: ₱700 per day
Porter Fee: ₱500 per day
Tent: ₱500 per tent
Sleeping Bag: ₱300 per sleeping bag
Kitchen Tarp: ₱200 per tarp
Butane Gas: ₱90 per canister
Interesting Facts
– Mt. Kanlaon has two craters, one active and one inactive.
– Activities are stopped within the entire park if volcanic activities are observed.
How to Contact
You can contact the Park Administration Office through the following people:
Noel Macado
Deputy PASCU
Office of the MKNP Administration Office
Mobile Number: 0997349398
Marlyne Segarino
Mobile Number: 09489631591
To bring when visiting Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park
1. Bring the complete documents and permits. To see the full steps, visit the city’s website at: shorturl.at/bhnxN
2. Bring sunblock and extra clothes.
3. Bring a drinking bottle to keep yourself hydrated.
4. Bring cash for the different fees inside the park.
Reminders when visiting Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park
1. Do not throw your trash just anywhere but in the proper bin.
2. Do not cut plants and other flowers within the park.
3. Do not hunt or take home the animals found within the park.