Have you tried swimming with the dolphins? Or have you experienced drinking from the natural waters of Bamboo? Or go trekking accompanied by numerous monkeys? For those who are looking for extra ordinary nature adventure, Olongapo is the perfect place for you.
The City of Olongapo is considered a highly urbanized city located in the province of Zambales in the Philippines. It houses the former Subic Naval Base of the American Navy but now turned into a Subic Bay Freeport and serves as one of the engine for economic development within the region.
Olongapo City is accessible by land transport. It is approximately three hours drive from Manila via Olongapo-Gapan Road but only takes one and a half hour via Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX). It is considered as an “ecotourism” because of its gifted variety of flora and fauna, and the presence of streams, waterfalls, and trail systems.
Some of the most visited tourist destinations in Olongapo are as follows:
Some of the most visited tourist destinations in Olongapo are as follows:
1. Ulo ng Gapo is a towering and majestic marker located at the rotunda in Bajac-bajac that signifies the legend of the city.
2. World Peace Memorial is a sign of peace in memory of those who died during the Battle of Zigzag Pass which is one of the longest and most arduous battles during World War II.
3. Subic Bay Lighthouse is an old lighthouse that promises a panoramic view of Subic Bay Freeport area and gives a perfect view for picture taking.
4. Rizal Triangle Park is the city’s main park that has playground and benches for the enjoyment and relaxation of children.
5. Subic Bay Ocean Adventure is the first and most astounding nautical sanctuary in the country with the world’s most amazing sea mammals like dolphins, false killer whales and sea lions in their inherent habitat.
6. Olongapo City Museum has a vast collection of Olongapo’s rich history and cultural heritage.
7. Apaliin Trail is an ideal place for hiking for it has the wonders of Subic Forest that is waiting to be discovered.
8. Bat Kingdom offers a variety of Subic’s Bamboo Bats and Flying Foxes.
9. El Kabayo is an equestrian center ideal for horseback riding lessons.
10. JEST (Jungle Environmental Survival Training) Camp and Butterfly Garden has a mini zoo filled with diverse biological resources and a butterfly kingdom with thousands variety of enchanting butterflies. Its main attraction is the jungle survival techniques live exhibition from Aeta trained by US Navy and US Marines.
11. Mount Pinatubo Crater Trek is the best site for kayaking for it gives you the chance to discover hotsprings, cool mountain pools, lahar fields and canyons.
Other exciting places to visit are the Marikit Park, Leo’s Park, Volunteers Park, Olongapo City Convention Center, Subic Watershed Forest Reserve, Chiquita Islands, Bat Highway, Bicentennial Park, Camachile Park, Grande Island, Hill 394, Malawaan Pier, Mangrove Graveyard, Pamulaklakin Forest Trails or Pastolan Aeta Village, Redondo Beaches, Shipwrecks, Spanish Gate, Subic Beaches, Waterfront Board Walk, and Triboa Bay Mangrove Park.
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