Culajao Mangrove Eco-Park in Roxas City, Capiz has the
distinction of being a community protected mangrove reserve and the only
one within the city. It stretches within 4.69 hectares and home to
diverse marine and mangrove species.
From the road take a short walk
under the shed of mangroves along the way to get to the reception area.
Mingle with nature and get a flight out in this world relaxing in nipa
huts interconnected with at least 100 meters of thrilling pedestrian
suspension bridges.
NIPA HUTS
Nipa huts are in different sizes and can host at most 20 persons.
Nipa huts are in different sizes and can host at most 20 persons.
They have several packages for tours that
include a bamboo raft (banca) ride along the river to get a closer look
of the 19 species of mangroves that serve as habitat for a vast variety
of fishes, crustaceans, mollusks, and shells. Listen to a live composo
about mangroves and Culajao.
Watch the herons and other exotic bird
species flying around catching fish. A fish cage is also available for
hook and line fishing. However they do not permit
visitors to stay overnight or just stay late at night in their cottages/
nipa huts. I think nobody could relax with the deafening noises created
by the denizen of different creatures around.
Culajao
Mangrove Eco-Park is a 10-15 minute ride away from Roxas City plaza via
the new road traversing Brgy. Mongpong and Banica. There is an entrance
fee of P20 for adults, P15 for students and P10 for children. It is a
project of the city government of Roxas in partnership with the
Katunggan sa Culajao Salbaron Association (KACUSA), Inc. And PEW
Fellows Program in Marine Conservation.
