Catarman is located on the northern part of Samar Island, bounded to the east by Mondragon, to the west by Bobon, to the south by Lope de Vega, and to the north by the Philippine Sea. It is the largest municipality in terms of land area and population and acts as the commercial, educational, financial, political and government centre of the province. The city consists of 24 municipalities and 55 barangays which makes Catarman the largest town of Northern Samar and second largest (behind Tacloban) of the Eastern Visayas region.

Besides that, the city also features The Catarman River which is a major provincial river that divides the eastern and the western parts of the town. According to 2015 census, it has a population of 94,000 and Mount Puyao in Barangay Liberty is the highest peak in the area. In addition, the University of Eastern Philippines is also located in this beautiful city.

Airports in Catarman

1. Catarman National Airport

Catarman National Airport is referred to as Catarman Airport is an airport serving the general area of Catarman. It is located in the province of Northern Samar in the Philippines. The airport is categorized as a Class 2 principal (minor domestic) airport by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines, a body of the Department of Transportation and Communications that is responsible for the operations. This airport consists of various features and facilities such as facilities for disabled people, restaurants and convenience stores.

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Catarman?

Catarman is generally humid and hot throughout the year. The most humid month is January (88.2% relative humidity) and the least humid month is May (80.6% relative humidity). The tourist season is usually from November to April as this is when you can experience the best of the weather and suitable for outdoor activities. However, it means this season will be expensive and crowded as there are more tourists. The average temperature is usually 24 degrees Celcius to 32 degree Celsius. For general outdoor activities, the best time of the year to visit Catarman is from late January to early April. As for wind, the windiest month is January, followed by December and February.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Catarman?

1. Tuasan Falls -At the base of the waterfall, there is a cool and shallow pool of water that allows visitors to swim during hot days. For those who prefer adventurous activities, there is a challenging track that consists of dirt, slippery rocks and stony rivers. You also can swim near the centre of the falls where the water gets deeper. When you arrive, you can see the beautiful waterfalls and naturally round pool surrounded by the bedrocks and green forest. It is also a swimming spot among the locals and tourist and it is best to immerse your body into the cold and refreshing water after a long day of trekking. The road to get here is concrete to the town. Visitors also can enjoy a picnic at the area and rent a couple of sheds if available. The entrance fee for adult is 30 peso and children under ten years old is 15 peso.

2. Sacred Heart Plaza -Sacred Heart Plaza is an attraction located in the city and owned and maintained by the local government. It is an area of the natural park and features trails for walking, biking and other activities.

3. Gaisano Grand Malls -Gaisano Grand Malls is a chain of shopping malls under the Philippine-based Gaisano Grand Group of Companies. Modesta Singson Gaisano established White Gold Department Store in Cebu City in the 1970s. In 1981, Modesta Singson Gaisano died and her department store was handled by her five sons who are David, Stephen, Henry, Victor and John. Gaisano Grand Malls was founded by Benito S. Gaisano, son of Henry S. Gaisano and currently, it becomes one of the most famous shopping malls in Philippine.