About Region II (Cagayan Valley)

Region II, Cagayan Valley, is the Philippines' northeastern frontier where adventure meets tranquility. Nestled between the mighty Sierra Madre and Cordillera mountain ranges, this agricultural heartland is defined by the Cagayan River—the country's longest—flowing through vast plains of golden rice fields and corn plantations. Travelers are drawn to its raw natural wonders: the stunning limestone caves of Callao Cave in Peñablanca, the world-class surfing waves of Santa Ana's Anguib Beach, and the pristine waters of Palaui Island, a protected marine sanctuary with a historic Cape Engaño lighthouse. The region offers unique cultural encounters with the indigenous Itawes, Gaddang, and Ibanag communities, whose vibrant festivals like the Pav-vurulun in Tuguegarao celebrate harvest and heritage. Food enthusiasts savor local specialties: Pancit Batil Patong (stir-fried noodles with carabao meat), Carabao Milk Candy, and the sweet Cagayan Valley mangoes. From spelunking in underground river systems to river tubing in Cagayan's tributaries and exploring Spanish-era churches, Cagayan Valley provides an authentic, less-crowded Philippine experience where nature's grandeur and warm rural hospitality create unforgettable journeys.