📋 Tender Overview
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan (PIA) -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) Cagayan Valley Region, in partnership with the Cagayan Tourism Office and the local government unit (LGU) of Baggao, has officially begun validating the three-day, two-night Experience Baggao: A Destination Beyond Imagination Tourism Circuit. Tourism Regional Director Troy Alexander Miano said the initiative aims to position Baggao town as a competitive and sustainable ecotourism destination. Supported by a P1 million DOT Region 2 grant, the project strengthens tourism infrastructure, enhances product development, and builds the capacity of local stakeholders to offer market-ready and sustainable tourism experiences, he said. The validation evaluates the readiness, safety, sustainability, and marketability of Baggaos tourism offerings for potential inclusion in packaged tours while fostering collaboration among national, regional, provincial, and local tourism stakeholders, he added. On the first day, participants explored a curated mix of faith-based, culinary, rural, and adventure attractions. The tour began at the Archdiocesan Shrine and Parish of St. Joseph the Worker, highlighting Baggaos religious and cultural heritage. It continued to the Laglagto Rock Formations, where visitors tried the Carabao Karro Riding initiative, a program that supports local farmers while offering a unique rural experience. Along the way, Baggaos sprawling farmlands and scenic countryside added to the tours appeal. The day concluded at Duba Cave and Underground River, where participants enjoyed activities such as boating, cliff jumping, caving, swimming, and bat watching, showcasing Baggaos strong ecotourism and adventure potential. Representatives from the DOT Central Office, regional tourism consultants, tour guides, and travel operators joined the validation, which will continue until Feb. 21. The activity underscores the collective commitment of DOT Region 2, the Cagayan Tourism Office, and LGU Baggao to develop sustainable, community-driven, and market-ready tourism experiences. (OTB/PIA Region 2 with reports from DOT)
