What
I like about unplanned adventures is that it offers spontaneity and extraordinary
thrill. You’ll never know what’s in store for you as you traverse the path to
your destination. This is exactly what I experienced during my recent weekend
getaway in the bizarre town of New Corella in Davao del Norte, some 18
kilometers from my hometown Tagum.
This
quaint town, as I was previously told, offers a diverse option for eco-tourism
adventures. This includes natural water terraces and wading pools, exotic caves
and nature trails.
The
fact that it’s just near ignites my wanderlust radar. Since two friends decided
to drop a planned hiatus in Davao Oriental, I found myself waking up on a
Saturday morning thinking where to go. Out of nowhere, New Corella came to
mind.
A
big commuter jeepney took me from Tagum Overland and Transport Terminal to this
town, with weary-looking people facing each other from the parallel seats where
we are seated. The 30-minute ride is mostly punctuated with commuters moving in
and out of the jeep. The provincial government should be credited for the
nicely-paved concrete roads which make the travel bearable.
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| Panas Waterfalls in Barangay Carcor, New Corella, Davao del Norte |
