IN A bid to promote wellness and boost the economy, tourism has opened for the municipality of La Trinidad but with strict health protocols.
Valred Olsim, La Trinidad tourism officer, said visitors are required to practice minimum health standards and to pre-book their visits so that the establishments can manage arrivals with consideration to physical distancing and reduced carrying capacity.
Olsim said the valley has opened tourism for Baguio-Benguet residents and clients, as approved by the municipal Inter-Agency Task Force and in response to the growing calls to have avenues for mental health wellness, and to safely and gradually open up economy.
Among the parks open are:
1. Admirals Farm Park
Lamtang, Puguis
Entrance Fee: P25 (short visit)
Pre-book @ 09161532128 / 09106603483
2. Darjanes Flower Garden
Shilan, La Trinidad
Entrance Fee: P 150 (includes snacks and unli coffee)
Pre-book @ 09998787544
3. Lily of the Valley Organic Farm
Ampasit, Puguis
Entrance Fee: P120 (with lecture)
Pre-book @ 09206858281
4. Avong nen Romy
Upper Wangal
Entrance Fee: P50
Pre-book @ 09982279343
5. Living Gifts Cactus Farm
Riverside, Alno
Entrance Fee: P 120
Pre-book @ 09284475013
6. Mt. Kalugong
Tayaoan, Tawang
Entrance Fee: P 100
Pre-book @ 09293024287
7. Bell Church
City limit, Km. 3, Balili
Parking Fee: P20 (Entrance: any donation)
Pre-book @ 09331504606
8. Garden Nen Ines
Shilan
Entrance Fee: P100 (w/ snack or token)
Pre-book @ 09087807006
9. Cosmic Farm
Caban, Beckel
Entrance Fee: P100 (with farm tour)
Pre-book @ 09193260749
10. Mount Costa
Longlong, Puguis
Entrance Fee: P 200 (MGCQ rate) includes guide
Pre-book @ 09774097004
* Discounts apply to Children and Seniors in all sites.
* There are fees because these sites are privately-owned. It is better to turn their properties into parks and recreation sites than to turn them into buildings and subdivisions which we cannot enjoy. ??
11. Mt. Yangbew & Tayawan Heights
Barangay Tawang Advisory:
Now open to La Trinidad residents only, in the meantime
Pre-booking strictly required. Pre-book @ 09103900936
Environmental fee P30.00
Practice safety and health standards.