Bamboo Forest
A man-made bamboo grove in Barangay Luy-a with themed photo spots, cottages, and costume rentals.
The overview
About Bamboo Forest
The Bamboo Forest is a man-made bamboo grove in Barangay Luy-a, Medellin, in northern Cebu. The bamboo was originally planted years ago by farmers connected to the Bogo-Medellin Milling Company (BOMEDCO) to help stabilize soil around banana and sugarcane plots. The grove matured into a dense, shaded stand of tall bamboo, and the private landowner opened it to visitors in August 2020, turning it into one of northern Cebu's fastest-growing tourist stops. Inside, a network of dirt and boardwalk paths winds through the bamboo stalks, with several themed corners for photos: a Japanese-style area with a padlock "love wall," a prayer garden, and a small Disney-themed set-up. Costume rentals are available on-site for those who want souvenir photos in the grove. Cottages, food stalls, and rest areas are scattered around the property for visitors who want to linger. The overall feel is quiet and cool compared to the open sugarcane country surrounding it, since the tall bamboo blocks direct sun and creates a natural corridor. It draws comparisons to bamboo groves in Japan and Korea and is usually visited as a short stop alongside other northern Cebu destinations like Bantayan or Malapascua.
What makes it worth it
Highlights
- Dense bamboo grove pathways
- Japanese-themed padlock wall
- Prayer garden
- Disney-themed photo corner
- Costume rentals for photos
- Shaded rest cottages
- 1 Wear comfortable shoes for the dirt paths, which can get muddy after rain. Costume rentals cost extra (around PHP 100 per outfit) if you want themed photos. Visit on a weekday for a quieter, less crowded experience.
Wayfinder route
How to get there
From Cebu City North Bus Terminal, take a Ceres bus or V-hire bound for Medellin/Daanbantayan (~3-4 hours). Get off at Medellin town proper, then take a habal-habal or tricycle to the Bamboo Forest in Barangay Luy-a (~10-15 minutes).
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Entrance Fee
PHP 20-30 entrance fee (adults); seniors and children 10 and under free. Costume rentals extra.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily, later on weekends (confirm locally)
Duration
1-2 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Best Time to Visit
Morning or late afternoon for cooler temperatures and better light; year-round.
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