Tudela, Camotes Islands: Bukilat Cave, Mangroves and Cabcab
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Tudela is the quietest town in the Camotes, with a mangrove boardwalk, marine sanctuary and the famous Bukilat Cave. Here is how to visit.
If you want the Camotes without the crowds, Tudela is a good bet. It is described as the quietest and most rugged of the island group's towns, with underground cave pools, forests and a strong island way of life.
About Tudela
Tudela occupies the eastern half of Poro Island in the Camotes. The Cebu Provincial Government says it remains highly uncommercialized and known for peaceful beaches, fishing communities and scenic inland landscapes.
History and the Cassava Festival
Tudela was originally called Tag-anito, a place of spirits and rituals, and was renamed by a Spanish priest after his hometown in Spain.
The town celebrates the Cassava Festival, honoring the drought-resistant root crop that is a staple for islanders.
Places to visit
- Villahermosa Marine Sanctuary and Mangrove Boardwalk
- Bukilat Cave
The tourism office recommends December to May to explore the caves comfortably.
How to get there
- Take a bus from the Cebu North Bus Terminal to Danao City Port.
- Ride the ferry to Consuelo Port.
- Take a habal-habal or jeepney to Tudela. If driving, take the RoRo ferry and drive southeast past Poro town.
Ferry schedules and fares change, so confirm in advance.
What to eat
Tudela's trademark is cabcab, a wafer-thin cracker of sun-dried cassava paste, deep-fried and drizzled with latik, a sweet syrup made from coconut milk.
The municipal tourism office can be reached at +63 962-947-3354.