South Cotabato district, Philippines

Places to visit near Colongulo

Colongulo is a town in South Cotabato district, Philippines, home to about 4,651 people. Within 50 km by road there are 109 places to visit — 47 churches, 0 beaches & coast, 19 waterfalls and 10 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (16 km), Mount Melibengoy (40 km) and Lake Buluan (47 km).

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Colongulo at a glance

Location
South Cotabato district, Philippines
Population
about 4,651
Coordinates
6.3386° N, 124.7217° E
Places within 50 km
109 (4 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to March for beaches & coast; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Colongulo

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Churches near Colongulo

64 churches within 100 km of Colongulo. The closest is Colongulo Alliance Church (1 km); the best-known is Iglesia Ni Cristo (14 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Colongulo

45 beaches & coast within 100 km of Colongulo. The closest is Kiambing Beach (52 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Colongulo

39 waterfalls within 100 km of Colongulo. The closest is Hikong Tonok (7th) (12 km); the best-known is Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (16 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Colongulo

24 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Colongulo. The closest is Upper Sepaka (13 km); the best-known is Mount Melibengoy (40 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Colongulo

10 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Colongulo. The closest is Surallah Dam (1 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Colongulo

4 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Colongulo. The closest is Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve (11 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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A one-day trip from Colongulo

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 35 km on the road.

  1. Start in Colongulo
  2. 11 km Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve · nature spot, South Cotabato
  3. 6 km Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu · waterfall, South Cotabato
  4. 4 km 7 Waterfalls Lake Sebu · waterfall, South Cotabato
  5. 1 km 2nd Falls · waterfall, South Cotabato
  6. 1 km Hikong Tonok (7th) · waterfall, South Cotabato
  7. 12 km Back to Colongulo

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How to reach Colongulo

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Colongulo by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches4764Colongulo Alliance Church (1 km)
    Beaches & coast045Kiambing Beach (52 km)
    Waterfalls1939Hikong Tonok (7th) (12 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1024Upper Sepaka (13 km)
    Other attractions1111Tri-People Monument (6 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs1010Surallah Dam (1 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens24Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve (11 km)
    Forts & heritage34Jose Rizal Monument (14 km)
    Caves24Bat Cave "Kofnit Cave" in Lake Sebu (17 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves23T'bowow (15 km)
    Parks22Banga Public Plaza (14 km)
    Museums02B'laan Museum and Weaving Center (59 km)
    Buddhist sites11Poor Clare Monastery (50 km)
    Mosques & dargahs01Masjid Dimaukom (92 km)

    Colongulo: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Colongulo?

    Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (waterfall, about 16 km), Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve (nature spot, about 11 km), Hikong Tonok (7th) (waterfall, about 12 km), 2nd Falls (waterfall, about 13 km), 7 Waterfalls Lake Sebu (waterfall, about 13 km), Iglesia Ni Cristo (church, about 14 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Colongulo?

    109 places on Spotwander: 47 churches, 19 waterfalls, 10 hill stations & viewpoints, 11 other attractions, 10 lakes, dams & reservoirs.

    Which is the nearest church to Colongulo?

    Colongulo Alliance Church, about 1 km by road; Panon Sa 12 ka Banay (0 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Colongulo?

    Kiambing Beach, about 52 km by road; Maiutm-Mabay Beach (52 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Colongulo?

    Hikong Tonok (7th), about 12 km by road; 2nd Falls (13 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Colongulo?

    Start in Colongulo, visit Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve, then Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu, then 7 Waterfalls Lake Sebu, then 2nd Falls, then Hikong Tonok (7th), and drive back — about 35 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Colongulo?

    October to March for beaches & coast; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Colongulo

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