Named as the Hidden Treasure of Mindanao, Lake Carolina is located at Baganga, Davao Oriental. It has crystal clear fresh and saltwater that reminds people of the Loboc River in Bohol. It is surrounded by an abundant greenery of tall grasses and trees, perfect for you who wants a laid back vacation.
Until recently, it has been an untouched location frequented by locals as a favorite picnic spot. Swimming is allowed in here but visitors are reminded to be careful since the lake runs eight feet deep. Now, it is a developing place of tourism functioning under Resort Cartagena.
Before joining the locals by jumping to the lake from a height, ask them where there are safe spots since there are sharp and jagged rocks underwater.
Carolina has also been ventured on by the Filipino Cave Divers who want to explore underwater cave systems in the Philippines. They haven’t reached an end yet in their ventures.
How to get to Lake Carolina?
Easiest way to get to Lake Carolina
Skip the tiring hassle there is on public transport. You’re on a vacation, so avoid the stresses there are before you can even arrive there! Avail a car rental service with a driver from us, so you and your vacationing dabarkads can rest easy on the back seat while we deal with sending you off to Lake Carolina!
Wherever you are in Davao – we can pick you up and send you straight to Baganga! With a rental, you’re not only saving money but also cutting some precious time spent on travel.
It won’t be a problem whether you are a small group or a big crowd! With our distinguished collection of rental units, we can cater to all of your possible needs!
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Get in touch with us for all of your car rental and transportation needs:
[Globe]: 0965 129 6777; 0955 872 3883
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Email: info@rentacardavao.com
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From Davao to Lake Carolina
1. From the Davao Airport, ride a taxi heading to Ecoland Terminal.
2. At the Terminal, get on a van or bus heading to Baganga. This will take 5 hours.
3. In the town proper of Baganga, hire a tricycle heading to Lake Carolina.
Things to do at Lake Carolina
1. SWIMMING
– Don’t pass up a chance and swim in the blue waters!
2. CLIFF JUMPING
– Join the locals who are jumping off from ledges, but make sure the landing area is safe!
3. SNAP PHOTOS
– The entire resort is picture perfect, so take your Instagram shots!
4. SUN BATHING
– Get on a tire and sunbathe while you’re in the water!
Rates and Fees
Entrance Fee: ₱ 50 per pax
Cottages:
Cottage 1-2 – ₱ 350
Cottage 3-7, 18, 19 – ₱ 300
Cottage 8-10 – ₱ 600
Cottage 11, 12, 14, 15 – ₱ 800
Cottage 16, 17 – ₱ 500
Room Accommodations:
Rooms 1-4 – ₱ 3000 for 6-8 pax
Indian Houses 1, 2 – ₱ 2000 for 4 pax
Tire – ₱ 30 each
Life Jacket – ₱ 50 each
Raft – ₱ 200 per hour for 10 pax
Boat – ₱ 100 per hour
How to Contact
You can contact Baganga Tourism Office through these:
Mobile No.: 0948 153 5150
Email Address: nenette.esteves@yahoo.com
You can contact Resort Cartagena through these:
Mobile No.: 0905 155 6738
Email Address: joshkayando@yahoo.com.ph
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/carolinalakeBananga
Reminders when visiting Lake Carolina
1. Accompany your children when swimming.
2. Wear your life jackets when swimming or on the boat.
3. Practice care when walking the sides of the lake as it is slippery.
4. Take note of the scattered warning signs.
5. Best time to visit is during a sunny day when the waters are turquoise green.