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Banaue Rice Terraces

Banaue, Luzon, Philippines
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Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in Banaue
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Ancient Ruins
Description: Spectacular terraces were carved out from mountain ranges some 2000 years ago with primitive handtools.
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San Diego, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

One would think once you've seen the rice terraces, they are all the same. Not the case in Banaue. These are everywhere and photos cannot capture the views surrounding you.

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Manila
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

I was fortunate to have gone to Banaue to see the Rice Terraces. I saw it from the view points as well as the Batad Rice Terraces. I would recommend the view point for those just apssing through Banaue or for those who don't want to actually walk through the rice paddies. For the adventurous and fit people out there,... More

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Dasmarinas City, Philippines
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

The title pretty much sums up how I felt when I first saw the terraces in person. Browsing the online pages about it could tell you what and how its like nowadays. A tinge of guilt and a little sadness could be felt by any human being who deeply respects nature. Some parts of the terraces have been eaten by... More

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makati
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

3 days trekking in what they call the death in banaue rice terraces is my best best experience trekking from pula village to the friendliest people of cambulo down to the best viewpoint of batad to the refreshing waterfalls of tappia down to bangaan. wow its like i've seen all of banaue. thanks for the help of my guide zohan... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

This gives you another perspective of the Philippines to contrast the white sandy beaches. Each season gives you a different impression, depending on the stage of the rice harvest. People are friendly and helpful and you have many possibilities for hiking.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Thanks to Karen P's review, while in the philippines recently we drove from Manila to Baguio then to the mountain area known as the cordillera area. 14 hour drive in all on some of the worst roads you will see but the scenery is impressive and the terraces are throughout. We stayed one night in a native nipa hut in... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Two-day hike in the rice terraces. Discover the flora and fauna in the mountains of Banaue with our guide. Program: the history of rice terraces, the Japanese invasion, sorcery, the chewing tobacco, rice wine ... Two days of evasion with Jesstony Aclibon (facebook guide) can be contacted at the hotel People'lodges in Banaue . Excellent guide , excellent trip !

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Manila, Manila, Philippines
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

We just drove through Banaue on the way to Sagada. We stopped at the View Point to look at the rice terraces and it was indeed an awesome sight at sunrise. The best part though (if you like to drive) is the experience from Banaue to Bontoc. The early morning mist, the view and the smell of the pines is... More

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Seattle, Washington
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

For less than the price of this tour you can go to nearby Batad and hike even better terraces on your own.

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Manila, Manila, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

The rice terraces a "must do" for a lengthy visit to the Philippines - Banaue is surrounded by jaw-dropping views. I recommend the Native Village Inn, and taking a walk around the terraces, even if it's the relatively easily 40-minute walk to Hapao Springs. Take a sweater and something warm for the cold nights. If you're driving, be sure to... More

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