Madlum River--Just A Busride Away From The City

I've been to San Miguel, Bulacan quite a number of times. But I've never been to Sitio Madlum until about three weeks ago. In this quiet town, there's a beautiful river named after the town itself. The water is clean and very clear.

This treasure is just 2 hours away from Metro Manila. Just take the bus to San Miguel, Bulacan and get off at Kamias. That would cost you around P130. Then take the tricycle to Sitio Madlum. For a backride that's only 50 pesos. But if you want a special ride, it will be P200 one way.

You can take a dip while enjoy a picnic at the makeshift cottages made of bamboo. You can rent one for only 100 pesos.

Or if you are up for a challenge, you can try the cable bridge, ride a raft, or go with a guide to hike/explore Madlum Caves. You must register at the community outpost first and must hire a guide before doing this.

People there say the place is frequented only during weekends. So if you want a nice quiet time, weekdays is the perfect time to go.

Don't expect comfort rooms, I didn't see any. But, I am sure the good neighborhood nearby won't mind if you ask for help. There's also a sari-sari store in the community.

Here's the link of the short video I made to give you a peek into the beauty of the Madlum River.

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