Ecotourism BEST PRACTICES nNueva Vizcaya

description of the best practices of ecotourism activities in the province

1. NUEVA VIZCAYA’S BEST PRACTICES ON ECOTOURISM

2. LOCATION 7 HOURS BY LAND FROM MANILA 268 KM. FROM MANILA 30-45 MINUTES BY AIR FROM MANILA 4 HOURS BY LAND FROM TUGUEGARAO

3. CAPITAL TOWN BAYOMBONG PHYSICAL FEATURES BARANGAYS 275 MUNICIPALITIES 15

4. VISION A model for sustainable ecotourism with hospitable people and rich natural attractions and cultural heritage that promote inclusive socio-economic growth and environmental protection. NUEVA VIZCAYA TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN (2023-2028)

5. NV TOURISM TAGLINE Naturally Vibrant Nueva Vizcaya!

6. PHYSICAL FEATURES 437,880 HA TOTAL AREA 23% A AND D 77% FOREST LAND

7. NATURE TOURISM FARM TOURISM CULTURE TOURISM PROVINCIAL TOURISM PORTFOLIO

8. PROVINCIAL PORTFOLIO NATURE TOURISM

9. PROVINCIAL PORTFOLIO FARM TOURISM

10. PROVINCIAL PORTFOLIO CULTURE TOURISM

11.   FEEL THE VIBE VIZCAYA TOURISM CIRCUIT

12. PEOPLE'S MUSEUM AND LIBRARY, BAYOMBONG

13. PAITAN FLOWER FARM, BAYOMBONG

14. MACABABBAD’S ORCHIDARIUM, BAYOMBONG

15. NUEVA VIZCAYA PARAGLIDING, AMBAGUIO

16. LOWER MAGAT ECO-TOURISM PARK, DIADI

17. CAPISAAN CAVE, KASBU

18. BINUANGAN SEA OF CLOUDS, DUPAX DEL NORTE

19. ST. VINCENT FERRER CHURCH, DUPAX DEL SUR

20. DAMPOL BRIDGE, DUPAX DEL SUR

21. ARUGA HANDWOVENS, DUPAX DEL SUR

22. BALETE PASS NATIONAL SHRINE, SANTA FE

23. SANTA FE FOREST PARK, SANTA FE

24. LINTUNGAN WATERFALLS, QUEZON

25. BANNER DESTINATIONS

26. CAPISAAN CAVES, KASIBU

27. Multi-sectoral Steering Committee Acquisition of Equipment for Caving and Installation of Other Facilities and Implements. Establishment of Capisaan Tourism Village (Multi-Purpose Building, road network and trails) Introduction of nature-based activities aside from caving eg eco-walk, birdwatching INITIATIVES AT CAPISAAN CAVE, KASIBU, NUEVA VIZCAYA

28. LOWER MAGAT ECO-TOURISM PARK, DIADI

29. Establishment of LMET Park road network, delineation of nature trails/eco-trails Introduction of low-impact tourist activities, nature walk, yoga in the park, boating etc Enhancement of facilities Biophysical characterization and profiling of LMET PARK Physical characteristics, Biological characteristics, Environmental factors, Human Interaction INITIATIVES AT LOWER MAGAT ECOTOURISM PARK, DIADI

30. Co-management approach Quarterly meetings, consultations conducted Management Plan Funding allocation from NGAs, LGUs Tourism Goals, Objectives, Targets and Strategies (NV TDP 2023-2028) Inclusion to circuits/tour packages Hosting of environmental congress/summit BEST PRACTICES

31. PROTECTED AREAS

32. Historical and cultural landmark Significance: 1 st Mass in the municipality of Bayombong and annual Lenten site 12.77 hectares with some developments introduced Vista Alegre and Magsaysay, Bayombong; managed by PAMB/CENRO BANGAN HILL NATIONAL PARK

33. Historical and cultural significance: Hunting ground of the Bugkalots 86,246.77 hectares Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Quirino and Aurora With initiatives and PPAs by PAMB/CENRO Dupax CASECNAN PROTECTED LANDSCAPE

34. Significance: conservation of water resources 547.89 hectares Barangays Dopaj , Domang , Palabutan and Santa Maria, Dupax del Sur Flagship fauna: Tarictic Horn Bill Home of the Isinays , cultural group Part of the Tourism circuit of Dupax del Sur Tourism With initiatives from PAMB/CENRO Dupax DUPAX WATERSHED RESERVE

35. 6000 hectares Geographical, historical landmark and place of interest for tourism, geology Barangays Salinas, Mauan , Barat and Pallas, Bambang Barangays Acacia, Baan, Babadi , San Fabian and Mapayao , Kayapa With initiatives from PAMB/CENRO Aritao SALINAS NATURAL MONUMENT

36. Active management board Participative stakeholders Regular meetings Harmonized development to maintain ecological balance Improved facilities Provide livelihood to community Greening program Implementation of SWM SOME OF ITS BEST PRACTICES

37. OTHER INITIATIVES

38. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Raptors Watch Network Philippines, DENR, Academes, PLGUs, LGUs, and other concerned agencies to strengthen the collaboration and connection in the monitoring and implementation of the Wild Life Act in the provinces within region 02, that will complement the conservation and protection of the migratory raptors (Gray Faced Buzzard). To actively encourage the formation of a Fun Farm Association, uniting fun farm owners, entrepreneurs, and workers within provinces in Region 2. The objective is to progress toward the election of regional officers who will play a crucial role in sustaining and executing projects and activities related to fun farms. Establishment of a comprehensive tourism association that brings together various stakeholders, including restaurant workers, accommodation providers, those in the transportation sector, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and other key players in the tourism industry.

39. BEST PRACTICES

40. Led by Mrs. Ruth R. Padilla, former Governor, and Ms. Marichelle O. Costales , Acting PTC Officer, The objective of the activity is to deepen the understanding and support of key stakeholders in Capisaan regarding the initiatives and projects undertaken by the Government. OCULAR INSPECTION AND MEETING WITH THE KEY STAKEHOLDERS

41. TOURISM AWARENESS SEMINAR

42. PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

43. FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

44. TRAININGS AND SEMINARS

45. TOUR PACKAGES

46. Installed and constructed facilities/implements: Multi purpose Hall, Concrete Huts, Directional signages and welcome billboard, Wooden bridge SAFETY FACILITIES AND INFRA

47. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 LOWER MAGAT ECO-TOURISM PARK SKY ESCAPE 360 MALICO/SALACSAC PASS TAM-AN BMPC MOUNTAIN RESORT EDRALIN WATERFALLS 24/7 INN AND RESORT IMUGAN WATERFALLS LOVE CAMP PLT WELLNESS AND MT. RESORT LINTUNGAN WATERFALLS Diadi Ambaguio Santa Fe Bayombong Kasibu Bayombong Santa Fe Ambaguio Solano Quezon TOP 10 MOST VISITED ATTRACTIONS FOR THE FIRST SEM OF 2023

48. THANK YOU FROM THE NATURALLY VIBRANT NU EV A V IZ CA YA