Awao Falls hides on the mountainous farming village in Brgy. Awao, Municiplality of Monkayo. In terms of Eco-tourism, Awao is the top destinations in the province of Compostela Valley, now Davao de Oro. There is no direct transportation to this majestic waterfalls, so having an hour bumpy habal-habal ride, with river crossing, is necessary to see its hidden beauty. Getting here will certainly be challenging but you will be rewarded with a pristine and breathtaking waterfalls. The picturesque is perfect, the ambiance is relaxing, the water is cool, and the air is fresh.
CONTACT PERSON IN COMPOSTELA VALLEY: At the habal terminal, near the Monkayo Bus Terminal, I met Kuya Rodger, a habal driver who brought me to Awao Falls. He is friendly and approachable. You can contact him on Ph: 09978701669.
OTHER WATERFALLS IN COMPOSTELA VALLEY (DAVAO DE ORO): Singkabungan Falls, Bungkilaton Falls, Tugonan Falls, Batinag Falls, Malumagpak Falls, Tadja Falls, Marangig Falls, Pyalitan Falls, Miyaya Falls, Tagbibinta Falls, and Salvosa Falls.
HOW TO GET TO AWAO FALLS, COMPOSTELA VALLEY (DAVAO DE ORO): From Manila, Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, Air Asia and other carrier have regular trips to Davao City. From the airport, take a taxi to Ecoland Bus Terminal where you can take a bus ride to Monkayo and other parts of the Davao region. Usually, buses bound for Butuan City pases by the Monkayo terminal.
WHERE TO STAY IN MONKAYO, COMPOSTELA VALLEY (DAVAO DE ORO): I did not spend an overnight in Compostela Valley. After the visit in Awao Falls, I headed back to Davao City and stayed at D'Morvie Suites (San Pedro) for only 448 Pesos for 24 hours. Room has flat screen TV, AC, toilet and bath, WiFi (very slow reception). What's good in D'Morvie Suites is that their building is new, clean, affordable and accessible but has limited spaces for hallways, elevator and etc. Overall - it's a YES for me! READ: SOLO-BACKPACKING in Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, Misamis Oriental, Bukidnon, Davao del Norte, Compostela Valley, and Davao City.
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