Buscalan, Tinglayan, Kalinga, Philippines (Wander Twins Tour)

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For 45 years, I have survived and was never inclined to have a tattoo.

Everything changed when I joined the tour of Wander Twins (Carlo and Paulo Aguirre).

It was however a welcome change and I simply love my new tattoos!

Paulo and Carlo

Wander Twins organize a lot of tours in Luzon. Their tours are simply amazing! I guarantee that you will enjoy it. The tours are well-organized and fun-filled. I never experienced any boredom during the tour. Everything was perfect!

So from Trinoma, Quezon City, we boarded the van to Buscalan. We left past 8 pm and arrived at our destination past 8 am. 

How to get there (in case you are not joining the tour or DIY)

The easiest way to reach Apo Whang-Od

1. Coming from Manila, just take the Coda Lines bus that will take you directly to Bontoc. ...
2. Travel time is only 8-10hrs to Bontoc depending on traffic conditions with 2-3 stopovers for toilet and meal breaks.
3. From Bontoc, just take the jeep bound for Tinglayan or Tabuk and hop off at Bugnay.  (Source: Google)

After the 40-minute hike, we reached our destination and we immediately made an appointment and lined-up for our signature tattoo of Whang-Od. The fee is P150.00.

Thereafter, five tattoos were made by Grace, another "mambabatok" in Buscalan and a relative of Whang-Od. The fee varies depending on the design, size and complexity of the tattoo. Normally. the price starts at P300 up to P1,400 per tattoo.

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Of course the tattoo will not be complete without having one from Grace, the heir apparent of Whang-Od. I had one tattoo made by Grace early the following morning. I ended up having seven (7) tattoos before going home.

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 In case you are wondering of the tattoo designs, you can choose from their famous designs. 

Just make sure you made the right choice, it is permanent. 

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The best part of the tour is the evening socials. Everyone! Yup! Everyone enjoyed this!
 The Wander Twins Tour is SIMPLY AMAZING! =)

Participants in the Buscalan Tour
Paulo Aguirre
Allen Ryan Sevilla
Ohh Wen
Maria Anne Dominguez Matias
Riz Julo
Flor Glor
Rizza Sumayang Bernal

Siobe Crispo

Pamela Brizel

Kristel Fernandez Cuerdo

Cons Bernal

Iza Malabaguio - Pineda

Phing Acompañado-Maceda

Cher Glor

Jun Villegas

Again, Thank you guys for such a wonderful experience! =)