Surrounded by the pristine waters of the Mindanao Deep, Liloan is just one of the 18 towns in the province of Southern Leyte. It is located in the northern coast of the Panaon Island and is connected to the mainland of Southern Leyte by a steel bridge locally known as the Wa-wa Bridge.
Legend has it that, the town got its name from the word "lilo", a local term for whirlpool. The swirling current can be seen in a small strait dividing the Panaon Island and the Leyte mainland.
Drift Diving:
The place is enriched with coral formations and is commonly visited by dolphins and even the largest fish – whale sharks! The area's main attraction is drift diving in the channel under the Wa-wa Bridge. The surrounding area booms with dynamic aquatic life, ranging from bright mantis shrimps to whale sharks which never fails to awe even the most traveled and skilled diver!
Snorkeling and Underwater Photography:
It is an abode to an extraordinary huge display of hard and soft corals heaving with marine life that are incredible to watch! So if drift diving is not in your list of to-dos, then take your snorkel and your underwater camera, instead!
Whale shark watching:
Whale shark watching can be a real fun-filled experience at the Tagbak Marine Park, situated at the heart of the cove. Whale shark watchers can stay at the islet which serves as the base of the aquatic park. But for someone who wants to veer away from the usual, you can try a once-in-a-lifetime experience of swimming with these huge creatures of the sea, known to Liloanons as "taliki-tiki". The best time to spot these creatures is from November to July.
Sun Bathing and Islet hopping:
Take up some rays and take pleasure in the island's beautiful beaches. Surrounded by verdant mountains and wind-breaking hills, the beach is a joy to discover.
To be able to get a jam-packed Liloan experience, see much of the place by going islet hopping at the Molopolo beach which is a 15-minute motorcycle ride from the town proper. (Php100.00 for banca rent)
Sunset Watching:
Bask on the beach at sundown or stroll along the white sand near the Liloan lighthouse while watching the beautiful sunset. The lighthouse, which has been the favorite of photographers and local artists, stands as the sentinel of the bay. And as twilight falls, sparkles of light from the fireflies break the dusk. Now isn't that a magnificent finale before you retire for the day?
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