Tunga River: Karkar River Rapids Resort
We were privileged to be invited to the unveiling and blessing of the Statue of God of Mercy at the Karkar River Rapids Resort last October 13, 2007.
Karkar River Rapids Resort, a perfect hideaway for those wanting to have some respite from the city’s hustle and bustle, can be reached via a narrow barangay road at Tunga, Leyte, a few kilometers from the national highway. Nestled beside Tunga River, its exact location is at the boundary of Brgy. San Antonio, Tunga and Brgy. Binibihan, Carigara, Leyte.
There’s plenty of rustic scenes here – from the refreshing natural sight of Tunga River with some children playing and jumping off a cliff (as tall as a 2-storey house) and into the cascading water below to women washing laundry along the river banks. Perfect to get back to nature.
The 25-foot statue of the God of Mercy provides a striking focal point amidst the rural ambiance of the resort.
The Karkar River Rapids Resort, while not fully finished yet, is now open to the general public. They have fully-airconditioned cottages for overnight stay, as well as small picnic kiosks situated near the river banks.
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Wow! Ang galing pala ng lugar…
…at ang ganda ng mga photos…
I like most especially the flow of water captured in slow shutter speed…
I think this is the same river where we used to go when I was a kid. This is right behind the house of Papa’s aunt. Very nice photos
kasapak! mahagnaw ngan mapiraw an tunog han salog. Ma pasyada ako kon may lugar ngadto hini ha Tunga. A serene place for me and my…
This is what I miss about Tunga. I know this place very well because our land is right next to the resort. I have a lot of fond memories in this river when I was growing up.
I dedicate this place to my brother “Boboy” who loves this place a lot. Peace to you bro… You are the best singer in the family for me…
kaupay na placing! hahahahaha!
wow. i’m shocked in awe. gOd must have spent a little more time on this place.
Can anybody please inform me about the accomodations and prices. How many rooms are available there? Is there a restaurant there?
There are 2 or 3 cottages – aircon & non-aircon – at the site last time we went. Arrangement has to be made with their Tacloban office for your requirements. I suggest you call directly Karkar River Rapids Resort (053) 325-4465 for current room rates & food arrangement.
nice place.. diko ine mangangalimtan n lugar kay dinhe ak nkastigo han am cocc. hehehe.. pinaambak bnaman ak. mahusay ine na lugar pangariguan. labi na kun may tagay!! gin susulong ine nam hit ak mga sangkay para la mgarigo!! bisan may salog h tunga npakanhi p kmi pra l mngaigo. mabuhay ka karkar.