When Tumalog Falls Runs Low
From Sumilon Island, we made our way over to Tumalog Falls. Although we visited during the dry season, the waterfall remains spectacular. It’s also crazy to think that this gem was only discovered in 2012. It’s tucked away in such a hidden spot before—but now there’s a road that makes it way easier to get to.
Like a fairytale setting
The area around Tumalog Falls is really beautiful. You’re surrounded by greenery, bamboo, and these tall limestone cliffs. The waterfall itself is like a thin curtain of water flowing over the rocks, which gives it a pretty magical vibe.
The pool isn’t super deep, so it’s perfect if you just want to wade in and soak up the vibes. I also read somewhere that Tumalog Falls has a unique mineral composition in the water, which is why it has that beautiful, milky blue color. The locals even say that the water has some health benefits.
To get to the falls, we had to take a motorcycle from a little sari-sari store nearby. The ride was kind of intense—imagine a roller coaster without seat belts! It was pretty steep, and I was a bit nervous, but I reminded myself that these drivers do this all the time, so I will be fine.
Still stunning!
When we finally got there, I was really impressed. Even though there wasn’t as much water, it still looked amazing. The water was this cool milky blue color, and butterflies were flying around, which added a magical touch.
They also have a spot where you can get a fish foot massage, which was a unique experience. We even had our photos and videos taken by a “human drone”—a guy who moves around and take videos like a drone. It was actually pretty cool.
If you’re planning to go, I’d suggest visiting during the wet season, from July to January, when there’s more water. We went in June, so it was pretty dry.
Wrapping up our trip, the waterfall’s milky blue hues and the surrounding scenery made it feel like we were in a dream. The ride up was a bit of a thrill, but it was all part of the fun! If you get the chance, aim for the wet season to see Tumalog Falls in full flow. Tumalog Falls is still worth a visit no matter when you go though. If you’re ever in Cebu, it’s definitely a spot to check out!