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Lake Sebu

Lake Sebu is a municipality.  It is also a natural lake which helps other bodies of water provide irrigation to Sultan Kudarat and South Cotabato, two provinces in the southern Philippines. The place is recognized by the Philippine government as a prime eco-tourism destination and an important watershed.

This is Punta Isla, one of several resorts around the lake.  I hear it is popular. Most tourists flock here to have brunch and relax after visiting other sightseeing spots like the seven waterfalls or riding a zip line.


You descend on stone steps to reach the cottages below


I saw this huge bloom along the way


My kiddos watch some lake activity while lunch is prepared


We then took a boat trip around the lake.

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  1. JennApril 1, 2014 at 2:45 PM

    Thanks for the memories. Lake Sebu is truly an extraordinary place, the lakes so pristine. Really enjoyed our time there.

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  2. Gemma WisemanApril 1, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    The lake area is awash with amazing colour. And the top part of the huge red bloom looks a little like a waratah.

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  3. lina@womens perspectivesApril 1, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    Wonderful lake.

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  4. Fun60April 1, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    How beautiful Hazel. You can see why it is such a tourist destination.

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  5. Reader WilApril 1, 2014 at 10:54 PM

    How beautiful, Hazel! Like a fairy land place. You treated us to a wonderful trip.
    Have a great week.
    Wil, ABCW Team

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  6. Ruth KellyApril 1, 2014 at 11:01 PM

    Tis a true tropical paradise.

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  7. Photo CacheApril 2, 2014 at 2:49 AM

    oh another beautiful relaxing spot in the homeland. lucky you, you get to visit regularly.

    frankly my dear

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  8. Gillena CoxApril 2, 2014 at 3:42 AM

    nice pics, the bloom looks like a 'torch flower'; have a nice Tuesday

    much love...

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  9. Roger Owen GreenApril 2, 2014 at 4:24 AM

    a LOVELY setting
    ROG, ABCW

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  10. GattinaApril 2, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    Beautiful pictures !
    Gattina
    ABC Team

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  11. AnonymousApril 3, 2014 at 2:36 AM

    My daughter has been in Cebu ...(and brought us great souvenirs!) is lake Cebu right by the city?

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    1. HazelApril 4, 2014 at 8:41 PM

      Lake Sebu is in another province down south. Cebu is in central Philippines.

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  12. Spare Parts and PicsApril 5, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    A beautiful location. Thanks for the tour!

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