Malaybalay Travel Guide
A provincial capital in the Philippines archipelago, Malaybalay gets billed as the 'Summer Capital of the South.' It's a charming city situated 2,000 feet above sea level and surrounded by mountains on every side.
- Worth It?
- Malaybalay is one of the major highlights of Mindanao and is worth the visit for anyone in the region.
- What to Do
- hike in the backcountry, hire a bicycle and ride the hills, climb Mt Dulang Dulang.
- Best Time to Go
- from November to April, the drier (albeit damp) season.
- How Long?
- Two or three days are enough for Malaybalay.
- Trivia
- the name 'Malaybalay' is a mispronunciation of the Visaya phrase 'no house', which is what locals called this region before the conquistadors landed.
Mt Kitangalad dominates the scenery in Malaybalay, and a network of hiking trails accesses the surrounding countryside. One of the annual highlights here is a bicycle race that leads to Malaybalay from Cagayan de Oro, but cycling enthusiasts can enjoy the terrain in any season.
Another major event on Malaybalay's calendar is the Kaamulan Festival. This annual event celebrates the unique culture of the ethnic tribes that have lived here for ages. The word kaamulan roughly translates as 'to gather', and this is an excellent opportunity for tourists to learn about the indigenous cultures at work in Malaybalay.
Travel to Malaybalay - Getting There
The nearest airport is in Cagayan de Oro and can be reached in a little over 2 hours. Here there are several daily flights to Cebu and Manila. Buses regularly ply the route between Malaybalay and Cagayan, or it is also possible to rent a car and enjoy the scenic drive on your own terms.
Malaybalay Things to Do
Malaybalay Attractions
Events
- Kaamulan Festival
- held from late February to early March, this festival features cultural exhibitions by the Bukidnon and Manobo tribes.
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