Pagsanjan Falls is a popular day-trip about 100 km SE of Manila. The river is called bumbungan river which cuts through a gorge lined with lush vegetation and various small waterfalls. The upstream boat ride takes about an hour while the return trip is just around 45 minutes. The canoes are close to 6-m long, made of wood( banca ) they sit 4 people. Two boatmen with paddles jump from rocks on the way to steer the boat. After a while, a dead-end box canyon is reached where Pagsanjan Falls tumbles over. Here you can take a raft-ferry across the plunge pool to the base of the falls. Be sure to bring towels, swimming costumes, sunscreen and an appetite for adventure!