• GILBERT P. BAYORAN
Almost 7,000 holiday travelers flocked to Mambukal Mountain Resort and Wildlife Sanctuary in Barangay Minoyan, Murcia, Negros Occidental, during Holy Week, as the provincial government further improved its amenities and introduced more attractions inside the resort.
According to Provincial Administrator Atty. Rayfrando Diaz II, a heavy turnout of guests was recorded on Easter Sunday, when the resort logged 2,416 visitors.
The strong turnout of visitors started on Holy Thursday with 1,420 guests, Good Friday had 1,377 and 1,759 guests visited on Black Saturday.
Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson recently led the inauguration and blessing of the upgraded facilities, including the wildlife and waterfalls trekking amenity, river dipping, Garden Cafe, and the power house at the Mambukal Resort.
With the summer season now underway, a higher visitor turnout is expected in the coming days and weeks by the provincial government.
High-end villas with a bonfire camp at the center are up for occupation soon by guests.
The provincial government is also setting up tree tents to further strengthen its eco-tourism attractions.
Trekking trails from the first to sixth waterfalls may soon be opened to the public.
The steady influx underscores Mambukal’s enduring appeal as one of Negros Occidental’s premier eco-tourism destinations, particularly during long weekends, when families and groups seek a refreshing escape from the summer heat.*
