Lake Mainit is part of Kitcharao, Agusan Del Norte and no, I haven’t morphed into a Paris Hilton wannabe all of a sudden. Mainit translated into English is ‘hot’. Not much subtlety there.[ad#link468]
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Surigao City bound travellers are treated to a marvelous view of Lake Mainit as they go down the winding mountain roads of Jabonga en route to Kitcharao. The view is quite formidable and the lake, mostly untouched by humans, remains as inviting and as impassive as time. 
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For years I’ve passed by this lake and yet I’ve never mustered enough interest to look deeper than the view offered me from the highway. This Easter I decided to do something about it, and with the significant other manning the wheel, we headed off to Lake Mainit on a lazy Sunday afternoon.
If you intend on doing the same, there’s no place better to check out Lake Mainit than Almont Lake Resort. They’ve built a 9-room resort right in the doorsteps of the lake for travelers and folks who want to get away for a while.
It was there that the significant other and I spent an hour or two last Sunday afternoon having sandwiches, drinking coffee, and taking pictures of the lake. Perhaps it’s a reflection of the country’s economy that the resort, despite a virtual monopoly of the area had no visitors. [ad#link468]
Perhaps the resort is not appreciated by the locals, but for city dwellers, like myself, who are sick and tired of the concrete jungle that is Manila, this place is a magnificent place to be, with or without your mistress (hint, hint). The place is not that popular (at least not yet) and it’s certainly out of the way enough which makes it a very good destination to have your trysts and what-nots.
The resort’s suite room only costs P1,800 a night(with 2 free breakfast)—that’s roughly $USD37—and you’re greeted every morning with a marvelous view of the lake.
If you’re looking for adventure outside of the watersports area, this is not the place for you. But if you’re just looking for a place of quiet without the distraction of crowds and bars then this is it.
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If you’re interested in visiting Lake Mainit via Almont Lake Resort, you can always go there for coffee and just shoot pictures from the verandah. If you wish to stay there, you could contact them before hand using the following phone numbers:
Landline: +63 (086) 8262424
Mobile: +63 926 6407856
April 14th, 2009 at 11:00 am
Yes, indeed. It looks really peaceful and beautiful. With the winter we have here, it makes me want to fly there immediately.
April 14th, 2009 at 1:09 pm
Great pictures! Philippines are great! Especially Manila and Manila Bay!
April 14th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
this is beautiful! this is the place of my father and he grew up there. when i went to this, the natures here looks quiet and wonderful, and sometimes you feel like meditating.
thanks for sharing.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:03 pm
Hi Carl, as we are a tropical country, the sun is something that we have in abundance year round. I'm sure you're gonna enjoy it here.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
Hi Deejay, it is a very peaceful place indeed. I'm now back in Manila but my thoughts are still in that place.
April 16th, 2009 at 1:37 am
interesting place…i'd love to go there (even just once) in the future.
April 17th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
Hi Edelweiza, I hope you do! There's a lot that Mindanao can offer the wandering pinoy.
April 18th, 2009 at 10:19 am
wow! mura na maganda pa ano? add kita sa blogroll ko ah! ^^
April 18th, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Thanks Cindy!
April 19th, 2009 at 7:42 am
Lake Mainit is really hot!
and looks very relaxing indeed!
I like your blog's title. Must be fun going there.
April 20th, 2009 at 8:59 pm
That looks like a wonderful place to go and relax. Thank you for Sharing
April 21st, 2009 at 7:38 am
looks like a really beautiful place, thanks very much for posting this
April 21st, 2009 at 10:32 am
Nice place and nice article too
I hope someday I can visit that place.
April 21st, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Hi Nhil, thanks! It was fun going there. No traffic, just free flowing ride.
April 21st, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Hi April, it is a very relaxing place indeed.
April 21st, 2009 at 8:15 pm
No problem!
April 21st, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Thanks!
April 23rd, 2009 at 9:40 am
Great pictures. What a gorgeous lake. I enjoyed seeing these pictures. And even information on who to call if you want to visit.
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April 23rd, 2009 at 12:33 pm
This is right up our alley. We like secluded getaways and this would be perfect and the price is super as well. Thank you for taking that Sunday drive and bringing these wonderful views to our attention. I will look forward to your next adventure to share.
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April 24th, 2009 at 10:06 am
Nice topic. I used to travel a lot before I was diagnosed with kidney failure. I've roamed almost the whole of Luzon. One of my favorites was Caramoan in Camarines Sur. It was really beautiful there when I visited last 1998.
April 24th, 2009 at 7:33 pm
Hahaha! Funny title! =)
Hmm, I'd consider going there since I haven's gone to any vacation spots yet.
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Btw thank for adding me as a friend in blog catalog. XD More power to you!
April 24th, 2009 at 11:49 pm
hi, i'm here again. sure i'd love to ex-link with you. i'm gonna link you up now. pls. check it out a few minutes later.
what a nice place to relax.
April 26th, 2009 at 5:03 am
I love your shot of the two birds there. This placeis amazing… I just wish I can be there at this very moment.
April 27th, 2009 at 1:45 am
Amazing pictures and the lake is so beautiful. It seems it is a wonderful place for a holiday. Thanks, for sharing.
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April 29th, 2009 at 5:11 pm
Hey, no problem!
April 29th, 2009 at 5:12 pm
Those birds have scary eyes!
April 29th, 2009 at 5:15 pm
Thanks!
April 29th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Hi Julius, hope your coping well. I'm about to visit Caramoan in a couple of weeks time! I'm sure I'll enjoy the place.
May 3rd, 2009 at 12:53 am
Also a recent visitor to this resort, I second the opinions, great place to stay if your not looking for the bars and nightlife, just peace relaxation a great view and nice staff
May 9th, 2009 at 1:53 pm
I just visited your website for blogcatalog. Its me msright1981.
I really did not think you have such great places in Philippines, though what is the cost of these places look like.
May 11th, 2009 at 9:57 am
Beautiful!
May 11th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
Thanks Debbie.
May 11th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Hi Msright. Actually the cost is very low. You can really stretch your money here. An overnight stay in this place for example is less than $20.
May 11th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
Alright! Glad you enjoyed your stay Doug!
June 9th, 2009 at 1:29 am
hi!can you pls. blog also in http://www.islandshot.com about the hottest places in the PHilippines… i have lot of friends abroad who want to spend their vacation here in Philippines…thanks and Godbless!
June 24th, 2009 at 10:21 am
Some really wonderful photographs you've taken there, what type of camera do you use for your photography??
July 8th, 2009 at 9:43 am
hi, wow! this is a great find! i want to go there someday. thanks for this post.
July 8th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
Informative site.A great place for family adventure.Whom to call for reservation?Thanks a lot!
July 21st, 2009 at 1:22 pm
Is this anywhere near Dunsulan falls?
August 3rd, 2009 at 8:51 pm
very clean and beautiful place
August 9th, 2009 at 10:19 am
Yes it is
September 10th, 2009 at 10:15 am
It's a great place. Worth visiting for. You may try to visit Australia also. Very nice place.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:08 am
Send me a free airline ticket and I'll be there in a heartbeat. kidding. For sure Ill be visiting Oz one of these days it's one of my dream destinations.
January 13th, 2010 at 5:00 am
Yah, I've bring may family there too and we mold a very unforgettable experience
January 13th, 2010 at 5:00 am
yup, its look like mainit there hahha