Pongas Falls
Sagada, Mountain Province · Cordillera Administrative Region
- Hiking
- Guided
- Adventure
A taller, wilder alternative to Bomod-ok, often visited on a longer Sagada hike.
Before you travel
Tours are suspended for an indefinite period. Sagada Tourism announced that tours to Pongas Falls are temporarily suspended because of eroded soil along the trail. Do not hike to the falls until the site reopens, and check with the Sagada tourism office before travelling.
Pongas Falls is a multi-tiered cascade in Ankileng, Sagada, that sees fewer hikers than Bomod-ok. The trail is longer and rougher, crossing streams and forest, and rewards the effort with a tall, secluded shower. It is a good choice for return visitors who have already done the classic Sagada hikes.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 70 mestimate
- Type
- Multi-tierWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ChallengingHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- Guided hikes typically start 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Entrance fee
- ₱100 per person plus guide feeSagada tourism registration and environmental fee. An accredited guide and shuttle are paid separately at group rates.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- November to May
- Barangay
- Ankileng
- Coordinates
- 17.0468, 120.8903
How to get to Pongas Falls
Arrange a guide in Sagada town, then head to Ankileng. The hike is roughly 1 hour each way from Ankileng. Tours are currently suspended, so confirm at the tourism office before making plans.
Facilities on site
- Guide service
- Registration
Accessibility & fitness
Long, rugged trail with stream crossings; for fit, experienced hikers.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pongas Falls located?
Pongas Falls is in Sagada, Mountain Province, within Cordillera Administrative Region. Its coordinates are 17.0468, 120.8903.
How do I get to Pongas Falls?
Arrange a guide in Sagada town, then head to Ankileng. The hike is roughly 1 hour each way from Ankileng. Tours are currently suspended, so confirm at the tourism office before making plans.
How much is the entrance fee at Pongas Falls?
The entrance fee at Pongas Falls is ₱100 per person plus guide fee. Sagada tourism registration and environmental fee. An accredited guide and shuttle are paid separately at group rates. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Pongas Falls?
Pongas Falls is rated challenging on our scale. Long, rugged trail with stream crossings; for fit, experienced hikers. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Pongas Falls?
We describe Pongas Falls as a multi-tier waterfall. A tall fall made of many closely stacked tiers, so the whole face looks like a staircase. We use this when the steps are too numerous or too tight to count from below. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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