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Major city · Philippines

Nagcarlan

Spend a half‑day to a full day in Nagcarlan to see the underground cemetery and nearby waterfalls; stay overnight only if you want a quiet resort stay.

Nagcarlan is a small historic town in Laguna with an underground cemetery, colonial church, and natural sites like Bunga Falls. Most sights cluster around the town centre, so a single day covers the highlights; additional night‑time is optional for resort relaxation.

basic guide: no trip line yet
3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
Map
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
PHP
Best months
Nov–Feb (dry season, cooler evenings)
avoid Jun–Sep (rainy season, possible road closures)
Airport
MNL
Nights
1
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
  • Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
  • Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
  • Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
  • Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
  • Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Nagcarlan911 ▾
  • Police911
  • Fire and ambulance911

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Nagcarlan Underground CemeterySan Bartolome Apostol Parish ChurchBunga FallsMount Banahaw views
Airports
MNL Ninoy Aquino International (Main gateway to Laguna; road to Nagcarlan ~2 h (check))

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    33°C (91°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →

Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Feb (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Nagcarlan: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

6 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

22°C (72°F)

5 rd

Mar

32°C (90°F)

23°C (73°F)

7 rd

Apr

33°C (91°F)

24°C (75°F)

9 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

24°C (75°F)

12 rd

Jun

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

15 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

14 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

10 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

7 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

6 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Tricycles and jeepneys are the main local transport; hire a car or van for comfort, especially after dark when jeepneys stop.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Bunga Falls

go

Door to door: 30 min round trip

Tricycle from town centre, ~15 min

Twin waterfalls, easy hike.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Casa de Banilad

Near town centre, simple rooms

Golden Hills Resort

Rizal Road, offers pool and garden

Green Nature Resort and Leisure Park

Silangan area, good for nature stays

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₱800–₱1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
Mid
₱1,300–₱1,800 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
High
₱2,000 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Guesthouse or small resort room2 × 1 night × ₱900₱1,800
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,300₱2,600
Tricycle ride to Bunga Falls (round trip)2 × ₱150 · check₱300
Car rental (day, 4 seats)1 × ₱2,500 · check₱2,500
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱720
Trip total≈ ₱3,960 per person per day, bed included₱7,920≈ US$140

2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑island transfers excluded.

Prices of common things

Coffee at local café₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2)
Tapa plate (Cion's Tapa Station)₱120–200 (≈ US$3–4)
Bottle of water₱20–30 (≈ under US$1)
Tricycle fare within town₱30–50 (≈ under US$1)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Nagcarlan is generally safe; typical small‑town risks apply – watch belongings on public transport and drive carefully on winding roads.
  • Few jeepneys run after 7 PM; plan transport ahead.
  • Road to Liliw has sharp curves; drive cautiously.
  • Check opening hours of the underground cemetery (closed Mondays).

Emergency numbers

Police
911
Fire and ambulance
911

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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Nagcarlan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Nov–Feb (dry season, cooler evenings) · avoid Jun–Sep (rainy season, possible road closures) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 1 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add a car‑rental guide for night travel.
  2. Link to nearby Liliw attractions for combined day trips.

Sources

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