The Philippines is one of the famous holiday destinations among the tourist. One of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines is the City of Camiguin Mambajao. A beautiful coastal city and the capital city of the province of Camiguin, the city also houses the Camiguin Sports Complex which is used to host the 2016 Northern Mindanao Regional Athletic Meet, including the Lanzones Festival. Camiguin Mambajao is famous for the Hibok-Hibok Mountain, which is famous for being an active volcano and various extreme sports can be done here.

Best time to fly from Butuan to Camiguin Mambajao

The climate in Camiguin Mambajao is tropical year-round with an average temperature of 29-35 degrees Celsius. Camiguin Mambajao or Philippines has only two seasons, which is wet and dry seasons where rainfall can be heavy during the wet or monsoon season and humidity during the hotter months can be high. The best time to visit Camiguin Mambajao would be between October to February when the weather is warmer with occasional showers. During this season, the sun shines bright, resulting clear skies with the winds blow gently suitable for outdoor activities. The off-peak season is between July to September where the climate during that season is unpredictable and typhoons can sometimes occur anytime. It is advisable for visitors to check the weather reports before going to this town. During this season you will find better flight tickets and hotel deals.

Main airports available in Butuan and Camiguin Mambajao

Bancasi Airport – The Bancasi Airport is an airport that served the city of Butuan and its surrounding region. It is also known as “Tugpahanan sa Bancasi” or “Tugpahanan hong Bancasi” in the local tongue. The airport is located in the province of Agusan del Norte where it is the only airport and coincidentally, the largest airport in Caraga. The airlines that operate in this airport are Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. Bancasi Airport has various shops and food stalls for you to visit while waiting for your plane to arrive or depart. For your convenience, it is easy to go in and out of the airport due to many types of transportation available in Bancasi Airport for visitors.

Camiguin Airport – The Camiguin Airport is an airport that connects the city of Camiguin Mambajao with the world at large. The airport is the only airport available in the province of Camiguin and it serves the general area of Mambajao. The airlines that operate in this airport are Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and SkyJet. The airport has one passenger terminal that can accommodate the massive traffic that the airport usually receives, especially during peak tourism season. Camiguin Airport has various shops and food stalls for you to visit while waiting for your plane to arrive or depart. For your convenience, it is easy to go in and out of the airport due to many types of transportation available in Camiguin Airport for visitors.

Climate pattern in Butuan and Camiguin Mambajao

Camiguin Mambajao’s climate is under the hot sun for most of the time. Usually, it will be warm and sunny throughout the years with little rains except for the typhoon season which the weather can be unpredictable with heavy rains and thunderstorms. The average maximum temperature in Camiguin Mambajao is around 27 to 33 degree Celsius while the average minimum is to 20 and 24 degree Celsius. The month of October to February will be the peak season for tourism due to warm and pleasant climate compared to the rest of the year. If you plan to visit Camiguin Mambajao during this season, it is advised to make sure that you booked your flight and hotel as early as possible for fear of both of these amenities filled up quickly due to massive demand.

Highlights attractions in Camiguin Mambajao

• White Island – The White Island is an uninhabited white sandbar island which is approximately located 1.4 kilometers on the northern shore of Mambajao in Camiguin. The island itself can be reached through Barangay Agoho or Barangay Yumbing in Mambajao. The picturesque island is untainted from any pollution, preserving the natural beauty of the island from the pristine sand to the crystal-clear water. The water is so clear. One can even clearly see the fishes and reefs right below the water surface like you are looking through a transparent mirror. For nature lovers, this is the one place that you don't want to miss.
• Mount Hibok-Hibok – Mount Hibok-Hibok or also known as “Catarman Volcano” is an active volcano of the stratovolcano type in the island of Camiguin. It is one of the active volcanos in the region and the volcano is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. Mount Hibok-Hibok is famous as one of the hot-spot for hiking in the Camiguin Island. Although hikers would have to acquire a special permit from the DENR office to hike the mountain, through the climb, hikers can see statues that depict the Roman Catholic Stations of the Cross at the various interval. These statues are erected as a memorial to those who have died from volcano eruptions throughout the years. However, after you have hiked to the peak, the view from the very top is gorgeous and made the hiking worthwhile at the end.
• Katibawasan Falls – Katabawasan Falls is a waterfall that is located in Mambajao in Camiguin Island. The waterfall is blessed with lush forest setting surrounding the forest itself while the waterfall itself is 70-meter tall where the waterfall plunges into a beautiful swimming pool, perfect for those who would like to have a picnic while swimming away in a beautiful natural setting. The surrounding area is kept clean and tidy so that the natural aesthetic of the waterfall is left untouched, making sure it is ready for any visitors coming to visit Katibawasan Falls..