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Major city · Philippines

Mauban

Spend 1–2 days in Mauban: a half‑day for town sights and a full day for Cagbalete Island beaches and nearby waterfalls.

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Mauban is a coastal town in Quezon Province with a small historic centre, a public beach, several waterfalls and the 1,640‑ha Cagbalete Island resort area. It is reachable by infrequent JAC Liner buses from Manila and by van from Lucena. Most visitors stay one night and use tricycles locally; a second day allows a boat trip to the island and a hike to Dahoyhoy or Alitap Falls.

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Weather
see forecast
Currency
PHP
Best months
Nov–Apr (dry season, cooler sea breezes)
avoid May–Oct (rainy season, possible road closures)
Airport
MNL
Nights
1–2

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This is a basic guide for Mauban: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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  • 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.

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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 Mauban117 ▾
  • Police117
  • Fire and ambulance117
  • National emergency911

Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.

EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Mauban, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at a local café₱50–₱80 (≈ US$1–2)
  • Budget bedBudget room (fan, shared bath), a night, per room₱600 (≈ US$11)
  • Mid-range bedBudget room (fan, shared bath), a night, per room₱800 (≈ US$15)
  • High-end bedBudget room (fan, shared bath), a night, per room₱1,200 (≈ US$25)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱800 (≈ US$15) · Mid ₱1,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₱2,500 (≈ US$45)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

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.

Cagbalete Island beachesDahoyhoy FallsAlitap FallsSpanish‑era heritage houses
Airports
MNL Ninoy Aquino International Airport (check)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  5. May

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Nov–Apr. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest May (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Mauban: 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)

5 rd

Feb

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

5 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

6 rd

Apr

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

7 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

10 rd

Jun

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

12 rd

Jul

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

13 rd

Aug

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

13 rd

Sep

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

9 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

6 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

5 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 dominate downtown travel; hire one for short hops. Boats depart from Mauban Port for Cagbalete Island (check schedule).

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

Cagbalete Island

go

Door to door: ≈ 2 h total (port‑to‑beach‑to‑port)

Boat from Mauban Port; about 15 min ride

Check boat schedule; bring cash for resort fees.

Dahoyhoy Falls

go

Door to door: ≈ 1 h round trip

Tricycle to Macasin, then a short walk

Water flow varies seasonally.

Alitap Falls

go

Door to door: ≈ 2 h round trip

Tricycle to Alitap, then hike

Seven‑level cascade; moderate trek.

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.

Queen Margarette Hotel

Near town plaza; basic rooms, suitable for short 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
₱1,200–₱2,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Budget room (fan, shared bath)1 × 3 nights × ₱800₱2,400
Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × ₱1,500₱9,000
Boat to Cagbalete Island (round trip)2 × ₱400₱800
Tricycle ride within town (per trip)2 × ₱50₱100
Trip total≈ ₱2,050 per person per day, bed included₱12,300≈ US$250

2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.

Prices of common things

Coffee at a local café₱50–₱80 (≈ US$1–2)
Meal (rice, fish or meat, vegetables)₱120–₱250 (≈ US$3–5)
Bottle of water (500 ml)₱20–₱30 (≈ under US$1)
Tricycle ride (short distance)₱30–₱60 (≈ US$1–2)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Mauban is generally safe for tourists; petty theft is rare but keep valuables secure, especially on boats.
  • Bus service from Manila is infrequent; plan ahead.
  • Roads can be affected by landslides in the rainy season; check local reports.

Emergency numbers

Police
117
Fire and ambulance
117
National emergency
911

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Emergency

  • Police117
  • Fire and ambulance117
  • National emergency911

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • JAC Liner bus Manila → Mauban: ≈ ₱800–₱1,200, 6‑7 h (check schedule)
  • Boat Mauban Port → Cagbalete Island: ≈ ₱300 round‑trip (check)
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 Mauban. 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–Apr (dry season, cooler sea breezes) · avoid May–Oct (rainy season, possible road closures) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add a boat‑ticket add‑on for Cagbalete Island (check price).
  2. Include a guided waterfall tour if visiting in rainy season.

Meanwhile

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