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Voykit pocket guide · Philippines
Mayoyao
Spend 2 days in Mayoyao to see the rice terraces, waterfalls and historic sites; travel from Banaue or Lagawe.
Mayoyao sits in the Ifugao Cordillera, home to UNESCO rice terraces and WWII sites. The town is remote, so a short stay (1‑2 nights) lets you hike terraces, visit falls and explore cultural landmarks without long road trips.
- Country
- Philippines
- Best months
- Dec–May (dry season)
- Avoid
- Jun–Oct (rainy, landslide risk)
- Stay
- 1–2 nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- PHP
- Money
- Philippine pesos (₱) in small notes for jeepneys, market stalls, tips and taxis; malls and hotels take cards.
- Daily spend
- Budget ₱800–₱1,200 excl. bed · Mid ₱1,200–₱2,000 excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Globe and Smart sell SIMs at airports; SIM registration with passport is required by law.
- Emergency
- Police 117 · Fire and ambulance 117
- Plugs
- Types A, B, C · 220 V · 60 Hz · US flat pins common; check your devices for 220 V.
- Tipping
- Restaurants: 10% if no service charge.; Grab / taxi: Round up.; Boat crew: ₱100–200 per tour.; Massage: ₱50–100.
- Water
- Not drinkable from the tap; refill stations cheap.
- Toilets
- Called 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Meal at Maura's Cafe | ₱150–₱300 |
| Bottle of rice wine (pfajah) | ₱80–₱150 |
| Local transport (tricycle ride 2 km (1.2 mi))Local transport (tricycle ride 1.2 mi (2 km)) | ₱30–₱60 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- LGP · Laoag International Airport
- About 2 h 30 min drive to Mayoyao via mountain road
Typical fares
- Mayoyao ↔ Banaue bus
- ≈ ₱150 each way, 45 min (check)
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Tricycles within town; 4WD or sturdy vehicle needed for mountain roads to attractions. Most sites require a hike of 30 min–2 h.
See and do
Known for
- Mayoyao Rice Terraces
- Tenogtog Falls
- A'pfaw Mahencha Falls
- Battle of Mayoyao Ridge sites
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Banaue Rice Terraces | Bus or jeepney from Mayoyao terminal, about 45 min | ≈1 h total |
| Lagawe (provincial capital) | Bus or jeepney, ~1 h | ≈1.5 h |
Sleep
- Mayoyao Hostel and Viewpoint
- Basic rooms, good for hikers
- Mayoyao View Inn
- Central location, easy access to market
- Helen's Guest House
- Family‑run, quieter area
- Milcah Lodge
- Simple lodge near road
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | Pasensya napah-sen-sya na |
| Thank you | Salamatsa-la-mat |
| How much? | Magkano?mag-ka-no |
| Where is the bathroom? | Saan ang banyo?sa-an ang ban-yo |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Smile, handshake; 'po' to elders; avoid: Loud confrontation
- Beckoning: Palm down, wave; avoid: Palm up (used for animals)
- Invitations: Accept food offered or decline politely; avoid: Refusing bluntly
- Time: Expect 'Filipino time' socially; avoid: Lateness for flights and boats
- Churches: Covered clothes; avoid: Loud tours during Mass
Scams and watch-outs
- Mountain roads are narrow, twisty and prone to landslides; travel in daylight.
- Fog can reduce visibility; allow extra travel time.
- Limited public transport; plan bus or jeepney schedules in advance.
Generally safe for day visitors; main risks are road conditions and sudden rain; travel in groups when hiking.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Mayoyao yet. Suggested stay: 1–2 nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Mayoyao Rice Terraces
- Tenogtog Falls
- A'pfaw Mahencha Falls
- Battle of Mayoyao Ridge sites
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Ifugao Provincial Tourism Office: ifugao.gov.ph/
- Wikivoyage: Mayoyao, revision 5327748 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5327748
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/mayoyao). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.