Wild Ride

The Wild Ride Day Tour is Casa Marina’s curated list of DiY (Do it Yourself) activities for the Adrenalin junkie. Its a trip through the man made and natural playground that is Laguna.

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1. Casa Marina
   
   Start with the most important meal of the day. Have breakfast at Casa Marina. The Bell Tower is Casa Marina’s Al Fresco dining restaurant. The Bell Tower serves Spanish, Filipino and Continental fare to guests and visitors. The Bell Tower has a great view of the famous Pagsanjan River, the Mountains of Cavinti and Mt. Banahaw.
   
   Tip: Speak to any of Casa Marina’s staff to help plan your day.

2. Pagsanjan Falls and Shooting the Rapids
   Estimated Duration: 3 Hours
   Talk to Casa Marina’s Inn Keeper about an exclusive tour to the Pagsanjan Falls. The trip is 3 hours, back and forth and transports you to a tropical paradise through the famous Pagsanjan Gorge. Prepare to get wet! Casa Marina provides guests with comfortable canoe cushion seats, personal dry bags, towels, life vests, helmets and hydration packs.
   
   Tip: Best time to go is during the Rainy Season when waters are high and rapids are fast!

3. Hulugan Falls (Luisiana Laguna)
   Estimated Duration: 3 Hours
   Hulugan Falls in Barangay San Salvador, Louisiana Laguna is a little known gem in the province of Laguna. The take off point to the Falls is 40 Minutes by Car from Casa Marina via the Pagsanjan – Cavinti – Louisiana Road. Once you reach the Take Off Point, the trek to the falls is about 30 minutes. There are local guides at the Take Off Point. Casa Marina provides dry bags, towels and hydration packs for your trek. Ask Casa Marina’s Inn Keeper about it.
   
   Tip: Its a Jungle Trek. Wear proper attire when going to Hulugan Falls. Don’t forget mosquito repellents (available at Casa Marina).
   
   Must Try: Louisiana Laguna makes great Bibingka! Head on over to Louisiana – Lumban road and try any of the Bibingka Vendors along the road. You won’t regret the side trip.

4. Caliraya Springs Golf and Driving Range (Caliraya)
   Estimated Duration: 2 Hours
   Play a round on an Arnold Palmer designed course or whack a few balls with Mt. Banahaw looming in the background. The course and driving range has some of the most captivating landscapes and sceneries this side of Laguna.
   
   Tip: Casa Marina rents clubs. Speak to Casa Marina’s Inn Keeper about it.

5. Lumot Lake Bass Fishing (Cavinti)
   Estimated Duration: 2 Hours
   Lumot Lake in Cavinti is the smaller twin of Lake Caliraya. Its less populated and a lot more tranquil. Get there through the Caliraya – Cavinti Road. About 30 Minutes from Casa Marina. Lumot Lake is famous for Bass Fishing. Cast along the shore or rent a boat to the middle of the lake. Either way, the result is a great time to relax by yourself or with others.
   
   Tip: Casa Marina rents Rods, Reels and Lines. Speak to Casa Marina’s Inn Keeper about it.

6. Da Pip Food Park (Pagsanjan)
   Cap the day with cold bottles while you kick back and listen to live music. Da Pip is located on J.P Rizal Street (National Highway) Pagsanjan Laguna. Its a short walk from Casa Marina and is a perfect way to end your trip. Choose from a dozen stalls that serve great tasting fare and pair that with ice cold brews. Perfect!
   
   Tip: Bring lyrics to your favorite tune. Every night is Open Mic Night provided you are nice to the entertainers.