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Lake Sebu (2010)

text and photos by Jojie Alcantara

Lake Sebu in South Cotabato, one of the top tourism destinations of Region 12, is famous for its three scenic natural lakes Lahit (24 hectares), Seloton (48 hectares) and Sebu (354 hectares), and hosts seven waterfalls, natural springs and preserved cultural communities of the town's T'boli tribe. It is also situated at an elevation of 1000 feet, so it's naturally cool up there. It is dubbed as the Summer Capital of Southern Philippines.

Two years ago, the provincial government of South Cotabato launched a P100-million tourism development project funded by the local government that is mainly focused on road development networks and the establishment of resort facilities for the town's seven waterfalls.

Cable and ziplines are now underway to provide exhilarating adventures for those who are brave enough to zip from falls to falls while looking down at the breathtaking panorama.

These are images I took during a day's trip to Lake Sebu after a long time. There were surprising changes and developments, but the place remains to be enchanting, serene and magical.
Sunrise in Lake Sebu
Sunrise in Lake Sebu		 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 Tiboli Women, Lake Sebu
Tiboli Women, Lake Sebu		 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 Seven Falls Number 2
Seven Falls Number 2
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato		 Boat boy, Lake Sebu
Boat boy, Lake Sebu		 Boat boy, Lake Sebu
Boat boy, Lake Sebu
Seven Falls Number 2 (Panorama)
Seven Falls Number 2 (Panorama)		 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 T'boli Child, Lake Sebu
T'boli Child, Lake Sebu		 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 Zipline, 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
Zipline, 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 Punta Isla Resort, Lake Sebu
Punta Isla Resort, Lake Sebu		 Zipline, 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
Zipline, 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
Zipline, 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu
Zipline, 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu		 Tilapia, mam? (Lake Sebu)
"Tilapia, mam?" (Lake Sebu)		 Wooden boat, Lake Sebu
Wooden boat, Lake Sebu		 Punta Isla Resort, Lake Sebu
Punta Isla Resort, Lake Sebu
Tiboli Woman, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Tiboli Woman, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato		 BFF (Best Friends Forever), Lake Sebu
BFF (Best Friends Forever), Lake Sebu		 Boatmen in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Boatmen in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato		 7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
7 Falls No. 2, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato		 Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato		 Boat boy, Lake Sebu
Boat boy, Lake Sebu		 Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Lake Sebu Fish Cages, South Cotabato
Lake Sebu Fish Cages, South Cotabato		 Lake Sebu Fish Cages, South Cotabato
Lake Sebu Fish Cages, South Cotabato		 Sunrise over fish cages in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Sunrise over fish cages in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato		 Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Habal habal scene in South Cotabato
Habal habal scene in South Cotabato		 Lotus in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Lotus in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato

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jonathan 06-Aug-2015 07:06
I missed mindanao, hopping to go back there very soon.
eugene 07-Feb-2013 03:02
I like lake sebu! I enjoy the trip! I'll be back soon.....
Guest 07-Feb-2013 03:01
I like lakesebu I huv been there last time, I enjoy it most especially in zip lining...hehehee...
Jhon Jareal Dongon 03-Feb-2013 09:01
that's what we call photography. nice!
wrandavalenzuela 24-Jan-2013 11:16
Wow,ganyan na pala kaganda ang Lake Sebu....>
Ang sarap ng feeling siguro pag uwi na ako dian
God bless sa tanan dira ah.
Halong lang gid.
Tey bong salamay ebeleye.
Guest 24-Jan-2013 11:13
Ganyan na pala kaganda ang Lake Sebu>...
Ang sarap ng feeling siguro kong uuwi na ako dyan.
I missed the T'boli people there.
Be proud kung anong meyron tayo.
God bless.
Salamat ebeleye...
minabuka 18-Jan-2013 11:03
awesome place an picture:)...
rose E. Usero 05-Nov-2011 02:49
Your pictures are amazing. can I ask a copy for our school papaer?
jasper mark cari 16-Oct-2011 13:09
never fades...... where i conducted my research studies..
jasper mark cari 16-Jun-2011 04:05
yaeh] very cool
basri_eli06-May-2011 11:05
Amazing collection V!!
Guest 26-Nov-2010 00:52
Jojie have you thought of making your own calendar with all these beautiful images?
Jacinta
Jojie Alcantara16-Aug-2010 17:37
Thank you so much, Susan. :-)
Susan Rovira16-Aug-2010 17:18
Wonderful nature gallery.
Guest 10-Jul-2010 09:50
ang ganda ng lake sebu 7 fulls sobra
Guest 06-Jul-2010 12:26
yeah!
kimbeberly 05-Jul-2010 04:31
it so very very beautiful talaga...........
pangarap ko din namakapunta diyan
Guest 26-Jun-2010 07:27
i have been to lake sebu last december 2009 with my co-employees....what an amazing place
book muncher 11-May-2010 15:45
...amazing..!!!it makes me miss lake sebu..
Guest 11-May-2010 15:42
i miss lake sebu....
John Albutra 04-May-2010 05:52
jo, you're exceptionally good photographer. you painted most image with full of life,, you must be a extreme nature lover. :-) john albutra
Simon Yong 25-Apr-2010 20:50
dear Jojie i've been add you as FB friends for a great long time buy no comfirm fr you..?
Guest 25-Apr-2010 16:57
the magical eyes of jojie alcantara, amazing!
joseantonio25-Apr-2010 15:35
Beautiful shots in Lake Sebu
Jojie Alcantara15-Apr-2010 11:05
Thank you but I am not a SIR, I am a female photographer. :-)
Beltran Baja Jr. 13-Apr-2010 21:46
been there 5 years ago! I like your gallery! amazing shot Jojie!! -non of Polomolok -
Guest 11-Apr-2010 10:43
sir alcantara, galing ng mga pix nyo..big help for us to advertise lake sebu lake ziplining to our national convention delegates
Guest 04-Apr-2010 06:37
lake sebu is a wonderful places,i miss the delicios tilapia coz d2 aq lumaki at pinangank.
Jim's Atavistic Visions24-Jan-2010 02:52
Wonderful gallery, as are all of yours. (V)
Jim
Dean Swope21-Jan-2010 23:05
wonderful Gallery keep up the great work lovely place and i love the traditional attire... awesome
Donald Verger21-Jan-2010 03:32
amazing and stunning images!!!!!!!!!! vote!
Giancarlo Guzzardi20-Jan-2010 09:59
great beautiful gallery
Guest 16-Jan-2010 11:24
jo,ang ganda tlaga..
Jojie Alcantara16-Jan-2010 04:12
Thank you very much!
Guest 15-Jan-2010 19:20
Excellent gallery :) Vote
Paolo Peggi (aka Bracciodiferro)15-Jan-2010 18:52
A very nice gallery with clear and colorful images,VOTE!
Paolo.
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