Guang Guang Mangrove Forest

Have you heard or seen a 21,000 hectare of protected mangrove forest were 18 of the rarest and endangered mangrove species in the Phillipines grow? Yes! The City of Mati boasts to be the home of these incredible spectacular trees and shrubs.

Mangroves (generally) are trees and shrubs that grow in saline coastal habitats in the tropics and subtropics. Meaning, it grow only in salty water. In the City of Mati, the sitio Guang Guang is where a 21,000 hectare of 18 variety of mangrove forest is located. This is protected by DENR and the Guang Guang locals.

This sanctuary is known as Guang-Guang Mangrove Park. For DENR, it is called as Guang Guang Marine and Research Center where it also turns into a nesting sanctuary of sea turtles (pawikan). It is also astonishing to note that at some point, one could catch a good view of migratory birds flocking at one place. Looking at it from afar was truly spectacular.

I have seen beautiful mangrove forests from my previous travels and even in my hometown but Guang Guang Mangrove Park is certainly unique and incomparable.

My friends and I didn’t waste time taking pictures at the place. Wendel even said he had to capture the chance because he may not be able to see such a spectacular view again. Phillip on the other hand tried to study every inch of these amazing trees. Amazed and mesmerized. Luckily, he brought his binoculars with him to take a closer view of these vast reserves.

For Maricar and myself, Guang Guang Mangrove Park can be a whole lot fun for a different taste of candid pictorials… And so… Here’s what we got…We spent an hour in the place. Savoring the moment of being there was a rare experience. The four of us indeed concluded that this Park should be protected, nurtured and preserved.

So, when in Mati, never leave without visiting Guang Guang Mangrove Park. Truly, a rare pride of Mati.

Author : OLANOLOGY

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