Discover the Beauty and Thrills of Canhugas Nature Park in Eastern Samar

Located in Hernani, Eastern Samar, Canhugas Nature Park is considered one of the top tourist destinations in the province due to its beautiful natural scenery, including a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, a cave, and crystal-clear water. The park is situated along the coast of the Pacific Ocean, and the name Canhugas was derived from the local term "hugas," which means "wash" in English because fishermen used the area historically to wash their catch before selling or preparing it.

Today, the park offers a variety of activities for visitors, such as swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and picnicking.

What makes Canhugas unique and popular is its gigantic waves, which reach as high as 20 to 30 feet and crash onto the large rock formations, creating beautiful water bubbles. The big waves crashing onto the rock formation facing the Pacific Ocean provide an Instagram-worthy background for photo opportunities.

INSTAGRAM WORTHY

The entire park has numerous IG-worthy spots, including the rock formations, but visitors need to exercise caution when climbing or holding onto the rocks, as they are sharp enough to cut skin. Visitors can also take photos at the cave or on the shore. Despite the gloomy weather during our visit, the dramatic landscape of the park still provided excellent photo opportunities.

RELAXING and THRILLING

Canhugas provides both a sense of peacefulness and a rush of excitement at the same time. Visitors can explore the rock formations, snorkel, and be amazed by the untouched fish and coral sanctuary or take a dive into the tide pool for a more adventurous experience.

Alternatively, visitors can swim in the natural pool created by the ocean on the shore or have a picnic in the tents that are available for tourists. Canhugas also has friendly and supportive lifeguards who ensure visitors' safety and well-being.

AFFORDABLE

The entrance fee at Canhugas is very affordable, with rates as low as 20 pesos. Visitors can also rent a cottage or an umbrella if they plan to stay for an extended period.

ENTRANCE FEE:

Children Php5.00

Resident Php10.00

Non-resident Php20.00

Foreign Nat’l Php50.00

RENTAL:

Cottage Php500.00/each

Umbrella Php75.00/each

Table Php50.00/each

Chair Php10.00/each

The recommended time to visit is during summer when it is low tide because waves at high tide can be very dangerous. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes as the rocks can be sharp, and apply sunscreen as there is no shade from trees except when inside the cave or cottages.

HOW TO GET THERE

To get to Canhugas, visitors must first go to Tacloban City in Leyte, which is accessible via air flights from Manila and Cebu.

From the DZR airport, visitors can take a jeepney ride to the Tacloban downtown area and then head to the van terminal. Alternatively, some vans offer a trip to Eastern Samar at the airport.

From the terminal, visitors can take a van going to Borongan Eastern Samar, and the park is just a walking distance from the highway.