Oriental Mindoro district, Philippines

Places to visit near Saaban

Saaban is a town in Oriental Mindoro district, Philippines, home to about 2,527 people. Within 50 km by road there are 24 places to visit — 1 beaches & coast, 3 rivers, islands & mangroves, 8 churches and 4 waterfalls. The must-see places are Naujan Lake (7 km), Calapan Cathedral (47 km) and Mount Halcon (54 km).

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Saaban at a glance

Location
Oriental Mindoro district, Philippines
Population
about 2,527
Coordinates
13.1305° N, 121.3687° E
Places within 50 km
24 (2 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to March for beaches & coast; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Saaban

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Beaches & coast near Saaban

44 beaches & coast within 100 km of Saaban. The closest is Dumali Point (25 km). Best time: october to march.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Saaban

31 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Saaban. The closest is Anaganahao Island (46 km); the best-known is Sibale (55 km). Best time: september to february.

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Churches near Saaban

24 churches within 100 km of Saaban. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo (13 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Saaban

17 waterfalls within 100 km of Saaban. The closest is Karacha Falls (39 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Forts & heritage near Saaban

14 forts & heritage within 100 km of Saaban. The closest is Bansud Banana Landmark (North Boundary) (37 km). Best time: october to february.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Saaban

12 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Saaban. The closest is Mount Naujan (11 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

  • Mount Naujan · viewpoint · Oriental Mindoro · ~11 km
  • Mount Halcon · viewpoint · Oriental Mindoro · ~54 km · Must-see
  • Mount Wood · viewpoint · Occidental Mindoro · ~58 km · Must-see
  • Mount Banoy · viewpoint · Batangas · ~83 km · Must-see
  • Mount Malindig · viewpoint · Marinduque · ~89 km · Must-see
  • Mount Lobo · viewpoint · Batangas · ~73 km

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A one-day trip from Saaban

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 57 km on the road.

  1. Start in Saaban
  2. 5 km Naujan Lake National Park · national park, Oriental Mindoro
  3. 3 km Naujan Lake · lake, Oriental Mindoro
  4. 8 km Lake Naujan · lake, Oriental Mindoro
  5. 7 km Mount Naujan · viewpoint, Oriental Mindoro
  6. 21 km Iglesia Ni Cristo · church, Oriental Mindoro
  7. 13 km Back to Saaban

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How to reach Saaban

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Saaban by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Beaches & coast144Dumali Point (25 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves331Anaganahao Island (46 km)
    Churches824Iglesia Ni Cristo (13 km)
    Waterfalls417Karacha Falls (39 km)
    Forts & heritage114Bansud Banana Landmark (North Boundary) (37 km)
    Other attractions114Mangyan Heritage Center (47 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints112Mount Naujan (11 km)
    Caves110Kastilyo Sa Papangkil / Скала с гротом - Папангкиле / Rock with a grotto - Papangkile (18 km)
    Museums16Oriental Mindoro Heritage Museum (47 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs24Naujan Lake (7 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens14Naujan Lake National Park (5 km)
    Treks01Mt. Halcon Bayanan Trail (53 km)
    Temples01Guru Teg Bahadur Batangas Indian Sikh Temple Inc (98 km)

    Saaban: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Saaban?

    Naujan Lake (lake, about 7 km), Naujan Lake National Park (national park, about 5 km), Mount Naujan (viewpoint, about 11 km), Iglesia Ni Cristo (church, about 13 km), Lake Naujan (lake, about 13 km), Grace Mission Church (church, about 13 km).

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

    24 places on Spotwander: 1 beach, 3 rivers, islands & mangroves, 8 churches, 4 waterfalls, 1 fort.

    Which is the nearest beach to Saaban?

    Dumali Point, about 25 km by road; Guiob Beach (51 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Saaban?

    Anaganahao Island, about 46 km by road; Mindoro (47 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Saaban?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo, about 13 km by road; Grace Mission Church (13 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Saaban?

    Start in Saaban, visit Naujan Lake National Park, then Naujan Lake, then Lake Naujan, then Mount Naujan, then Iglesia Ni Cristo, and drive back — about 57 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Saaban?

    October to March for beaches & coast; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Saaban

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