Bucari, Leon - Enjoy a Cool Summer Getaway
Brgy. Bucari, located in the mountains of Leon, is known as Iloilo’s little Baguio because of the cool climate and highland attractions that most people tag with places found in the northern part of the country such as Baguio and even Benguet. But unlike what is currently happening to those places, Bucari is still much endowed with verdant landscapes, tall pine trees, pristine springs, and even bountiful harvests from its rice terraces.
Sitio Camandag surrounded by rice terraces at the foot of Mr. Agua Colognia
The river sandwiched by brightly colored rice terraces
Bucari is an excellent destination during the dry season since it offers an escape from the summer heat with temperatures reported to drop to as low as 15 degrees Celsius. If that’s not enough, one can visit Sitio Camandag for a dip in its natural cold springs and a view of waterfalls.
Imoy Falls and the natural cold spring in Sitio Camandag
Pictureque view of waterfalls
Because of Bucari’s mountainous terrain, farmers grow their crops at the sides of hills and mountains in rice terraces their ancestors have cultivated centuries since. The climate in Bucari is suitable for growing rice and high-value crops such as fruits and vegatables. Better not forget to taste the towns most prized crop, its mangoes, which holds the reputation of being the sweetest in the the province and a staunch rival of Guimaras’ mangoes.
Vegetables grown in rice terraces
Thriving cabbage patches in Bucari
Another culinary attraction in Leon is their delicacy called “Linagpang.” Linagpang is basically grilled native chicken, which is then sautéed in garlic, onions, and mashed tomatoes. Once cooked, a special soup, eggs, and other ingredients are added to complete the delicious treat.
Grilled Native Chicken
The delicious Linagpang of Leon
GMA TV Show, “Jessica Soho Report” once feauted Brgy. Bucari Leon in one of their episodes. Click the play button below to watch the Bucari episode of Jessica Soho Report.
The campsite in Bucari is located in Sitio Tabionan, where a picturesque view of tall pine trees and wild flowers could be found. At night, the temperature in Tabionan further drops and an exciting scene of fireflies can been seen as they dance and give light to the darkness. There are no hotels or resorts in Bucari, one can opt to bring a tent and cook their own food or arrange for accommodations through the municipal tourism officers in charge.
Tall Pine Trees at Sitio Tabionan
Leisurely lying on the Picnic Tables in Tabionan Campsite
To get to Bucari, ride a “San Miguel” jeepney in the Jaro Big Market and tell the driver to drop you off at the terminal where the Leon jeepneys are parked (15 to 20 minutes). Once there ride a “Leon” jeepney, which will drop you off in the Leon public plaza (15 to 20 minutes). Ask around to find out where the jeepneys bound for Bucari are stationed and tell the driver to drop you off in Brgy. Bucari (45 minutes to 1 hour).
Rough road going to Bucari
A challenging trek from Sitio Camandag to Sitio Tabionan, one can opt to ride the jeepney if available
There is usually one jeepney leaving for Bucari every hour from 7am to 3pm. The last trip to Leon town proper leaves Bucari at around 2pm to 3pm. If you do not wish to spend the night in Bucari, I highly suggest to reach Leon Town Proper as early as 7am so that you can catch the last trip at 2pm and reach the city at around 4 to 5pm. Be sure to inform the tourism office in Leon before embarking on your trip to Bucari so that they can help you plan your trip well.
Leon Tourism Office Contact Details:
Contact Person: Ma. Annaliza Camago, Municipal Tourism Officer
Landline No.: (+63)(033)3310036.
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wow what a good pix you’ve got here! the other pix look like a famous rice terraces of Benguet! how unfortunate i am that i haven’t visited Bucari yet! to think that i came from leon, specifically from Buga! hopefully i could visit the place when i go back home!
Kudos to all Leonians for a great place and great people! Padayon!
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Bucari is not discovered yet by the international tourists so to speak. Once they get this access…I’ll be darned , tourists will come to Leon like the bugs from the nut hole. It’s true. I have the reason why I posted this site in my profile to help and promote Iloilo City, Philippines. God bless us all, and Cheers!!
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See Boracay Island? Now look, Boracay rocks now, and nobody thinks it will happen. And it happened. There’s a possibility that Bucari would be the next Boracay in the near future. Good luck!
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Why go to Baguio or Banawe pa e meron pala tayo dito sa Leon? The scenes are breathtaking really! Sana makapunta ako diyan, sabay hanap na rin ng mga kamag-anak diyan probabaly sa poblacion. Taga Leon ang nanay ng lolo ko na tatay ni mamu/lola sa tuhod.
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been to bucari for a couple of times, and its gorgeous out there, so quite and solemn, i like the fireflies at night you thought its another constellation of stars that have not discovered yet…my mom’s from buga leon…i like the mangoes too… :)
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I am very proud of this place..
A pride of all Ilonggo specially leonian…
Take good care of our mother nature…
GOD BLESS ILOILO………………
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how to get there in bucari?im planning to go there next month.is it safe to go there?or is there a cottage to stay or to rent?
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[...] Bucari, located in the mountains of Leon, is a summer paradise 3 hours away from Iloilo City. Bucari greatly resembles destinations in Northern Philippines like Baguio and Banaue because of its cool climate and highland attractions such as springs, waterfalls, pine trees, rice terraces, wild flowers, high-value crops, and a breathtaking view of the verdant mountains. [...]
There is usually one jeepney leaving for Bucari every hour from 7am to 3pm. The last trip to Leon town proper leaves Bucari at around 2pm to 3pm. If you do not wish to spend the night in Bucari, I highly suggest to reach Leon Town Proper as early as 7am so that you can catch the last trip at 2pm and reach the city at around 4 to 5pm. Be sure to inform the tourism office in Leon before embarking on your trip to Bucari so that they can help you plan your trip well.
Leon Tourism Office Contact Details:
Contact Person: Ma. Annaliza Camago, Municipal Tourism Officer
Landline No.: (+63)(033)3310036.
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is it safe to spend a night there?
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I’ve asked the same question to the municipal tourism office and they said that it is safe to go to Bucari. Just to be sure, you can inform the tourism office about your visit beforehand so they can advice you about safety concerns during your trip
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[...] atmosphere Brgy. Bucari in Leon On the way to Bucari, [...]
Thanks Marcos for updating this topic about Bucari and uploading the episode of Kapuso Mo, Jessica Sojo featuring Bucari as well as some products and delicacies of Leon, the hometown of my father. I missed that episode in TV. Featuring Bucari through the Internet or in TV programs will help attract tourists to visit the area, whose climate is similar to Baguio and other places in the Cordilleras. Until now I haven’t visited Bucari. According to my relatives who live in Barangay Avanzada in Leon, the place is really beautiful. Hopefully the local government as well as provincial and national governments will make an effort to preserve Bucari.
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[re=59890]Ronnie Calumpita[/re]: You’re welcome :) Well, I hope with the attention that Bucari been getting, they will start developing the roads into the area. Not only will it benefit its tourism industry but it will improve the delivery of their agri products to the market.
BTW, I do not take credit for the video. I just grabbed it from you tube ;)
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how will I go to Bucari if I will be coming from Miag-ao? Is there a direct public transport from Miag-ao, or do I need to go to the city first? thanks!
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[re=60148]rein[/re]: I think you need to go to the city first unless you have a private car then you go could go directly to Leon from Guimbal
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[re=60148]rein[/re]: There is an alternative way, from miag-ao, you can drop by to tigbauan caltex station.there’s a road from tigbauan shortcut to leon just around 10kms.You can take multi-cab or a jeepney from tigbauan to leon because i saw theres a jeepney from tigbauan to leon.You’ll be passing brgy.cordova, napnapan, then to brgy agboy, leon.
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Wow, I show this site and the you tube to my aussie workmates and they are impress how beautiful my hometown is. It is also good to see Tay Molong (town mayor) in the video. I am hoping I can bring my ids and hubby ther next time on vacation.
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[re=64367]bingkent[/re]: truly a fascinating place if terrorist would not spoil it. just be extra careful when you go there.
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Yes, Iloilo is truly beautiful and i’m truly proud of it!
More good things to come as the city is fast developing into a metropolis!!!
Ilonggos let’s promote and take care of our beloved Hometown!!!
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[...] Bucari in Leon, Iloilo’s little Baguio, used to be frequently featured here in Explore Iloilo for being a great place to visit especially during the summer. During the height of typhoon frank last year, there have been videos of Bucari uploaded in youtube that showed the main site of Brgy. Bucari (Sitio Camandag) covered with floodwaters. Fortunately, Bucari didn’t suffer any casualties, just a landscape that has suffered so much change due to the onslaught of Typhoon Frank. Here are pictures of Bucari taken a few months ago: [...]
wow naman , makadto ko bala da sa bukari pag puli ko, sino masunod???
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