Samar Island Natural Park, Protected area in Samar, Philippines.
Samar Island Natural Park encompasses 333,300 hectares of old-growth forest, featuring mountain ranges, limestone caves, and diverse ecosystems across three provinces.
The area gained national park status in July 2018 through Republic Act No. 11038, incorporating existing protected sites like Sohoton Natural Bridge and Calbiga Caves.
Local communities near the park maintain traditions through festivals while participating in environmental conservation efforts to protect their natural heritage.
Visitors need to obtain permits and connect with certified guides in Catbalogan City before exploring the park's extensive trail system and cave networks.
The Langun-Gobingob cave system within the park holds the distinction of being the largest cave complex in the Philippines.
Inception: August 13, 2003
GPS coordinates: 12.03560,125.21100
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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