LUNA, Apayao – The recently opened tourist spot in the town of Calanasan, Mount Sicapoo, is an ideal tourism destination adventure seekers should try, the Provincial Tourism Office relayed on Tuesday, August 12.
Mt. Sicapoo, known as “Penguin Rocks” or Bantay Kimalugong, is recognized as the nation’s northernmost high mountain peak rising above 2,000 meters. Its steep, rolling and mountainous terrain allures tourists and keeps them trekking back time and again.
In May 24, 2024, Mt. Sicapoo formally opened to public for adventures, hiking, among other activities, offering breathtaking scenery, great traverse and one of a kind experience.
Nearly 3 months since its launching, the spot has become an Income Generating Tourism site in the Province, co-managed by the LGU.
PTO, in partnership with the Municipal Local Government of Calanasan-Tourism Operations Office, offers services to tourists from various provinces across the nation.
The tourism office provides needed instruction and information in interpreting the natural heritage, and managing emergencies when going on mountain expeditions.
“Aside from the current services offered, we are also looking forward to launch other tourism products, like Bird watching which is very relevant since we have the Philippine Eagle, and other species, even the endangered kinds of oriole”, says Ms. Rebecca T. Mamba, Provincial Tourism Officer.
“Actually before pandemic we consulted with DOT and their findings interestingly showed they heard species of raptors and 7 species of owls…”, she added.
Given the province’s rich biodiversity and verdant mountains, the Provincial Government of Apayao with the Provincial Tourism Services Office said they will continuously improve the tourism industry in the province to make it sustainable and worth the experience. By Ginalyn Gapusan
