SCAW Blog: Philippines, 2026: May 9

Today was our last day in Daet and also a rest day since we are booked on the night bus back to Manilla. It was decided we’d do a little sightseeing.  

After breakfast we headed out to El Tugawe De Mananap (Tugawe the Animal/Beast), with our helpful guide Steph, a very popular recreational area on the Mananap River. Here we found waterfalls that created natural pools, perfect for swimming. The water was wonderfully cool on a hot, humid day. The surroundings were peaceful with many Filipino families enjoying the day together. 

On our way to lunch we spotted a Carabao (Filipino water buffalo), and snapped a selfie or two.

After a lunch of delicious Filipino fare we headed for another swim; this time in the Pacific Ocean. Here we body surfed in water as warm as a bathtub!

Before heading to the bus depot we had our last of many meals and fellowship put on by very generous Kiwanian hosts. We also had to say goodbye to our local driver Mark (Epoy) who we all grew very fond of in the three short days we had with him. 

Team Philippines, 2026

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