​Discover the breathtaking beauty of the province of Banaue. Discover natural wonders, fascinating attractions and have a local cultural immersion in this lovely province.


Banaue is the entry point to the rice terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras.

Nothing is more breathtaking than waking up to the sight of one of the world’s most known rice terraces, the Batad Rice Terraces.

Although less popular than its neighboring rice terraces, Bangaan Rice Terraces is yet another wondrous landscape to see

A trip to a neighboring municipality, Hungduan, will be your gateway to another UNESCO World Heritage site, the Hapao Rice Terraces.

No trip to Banaue is complete without taking selfies at the Banaue Viewpoint, considered to be the best spots where one can get the most magnificent view of the Banaue Rice Terraces.

Located at the Banaue View Inn, Banaue Museum is just a stone’s throw away from the town proper.

Β Visit Tam-An,Β one of the most visited traditional Ifugao villages.

It gives tourists a more authentic experience with its accommodations designed like native Ifugao huts.

Hiwang Village is another native village worth visiting if not for the rice terraces, then for the native houses and the Ifugao wooden carvings and artifacts.Β 

The bridge also serves as a connection to Batad, home to the Batad Rice Terraces.

If you haveΒ seen photos of tourists with a welcome arch in Banaue as their backdrop, that’s the Banaue’s Arch. ItΒ may be unimpressive for some but still a good starting point for your Banaue adventure.

Check Out Aguian View Deck

Located along Banaue Bontoc road, this view deck is just 10 to 15 minutes away from the town proper and offers tourists a beautiful scenery of the terraces.

f you want theΒ best view of the Batad Rice Terraces, go trek to Awa View Deck and be treated to a panoramic view of the century-old treasure.Β 

Soak up not only the beauty of the Batad Rice Terraces but also the refreshing water from Tappiya Falls, a hidden gem nestled within the villages of the Cordilleras.

If you’re craving for some real mountain hiking,Β the Cordilleras have mountains you can conquer, aside from trekking the rice terraces.

The cold weather atop the highest point in the Philippines calls for a refreshing warm dip. Thanks to Bogyah Hot Spring, you’re sure to have exactly what you need.

Another gem of Hungduan in Ifugao Province is Mt. Napulawan not only for being enchanting but because of its historical significance.


Visiting Banaue requires a lot of logistical planning and coordination if you want to make the most out of your visit especially with some areas being incredibly challenging to reach. Banaue isn’t a highly recognized destination around the world for nothing.

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