Kili Falls and Hotspring, Tubo, Abra

​Where is Kili Falls?

Kili Village is a remote settlement in the Municipality of Tubo, Abra in Northern Philippines.

The road to Kili is a long and difficult one, crossing the Abra River twice, a change of jeepney, and a habal-habal or tricycle and riding on a seemingly never ending road from Tubo.
The road is not yet paved all the way but the scenery is outstanding, passing high above rivers and rice fields below.
The journey is worth all the effort as once you eventually arrive in Kili you will experience the warm hospitality of the Maeng Tribe.

Kili is Turbo Powered by Nature. Electricity is supplied from a hydro electric plant utilising the strong flow of the Utip River
A short walk uphill from Kili Falls is the man-made Hot Spring pool which is fed by an underground thermal current. The hot water seeps out of the surrounding rocks, filling the pool with hot water, which is the perfect place to soak away your aches and pains and experience a Spa powered by Nature.

The community is self sufficient, growing its own vegetables, rice, fish and livestock. 

Kili Falls and Hotspring featured on the Biyahe Ni Drew Abra episode of the Travel TV show (see video below) #BNDAbra in 2016

What To Do in Kili Falls and Hotspring

Kili Falls

The Falls are a very powerful creation of Nature. Sit on the smooth faced rocks and be mesmerised by the force of the water as it cascades over the narrow cliff edge. Kili Falls is not very high but it creates a huge mist of spray which adds to the atmosphere.

You can swim in its clear, cool waters and explore the small cave at the right side of the basin. Maybe some fishermen will come down to the river to fish which makes for a good photo opportunity.

The Rice Terraces

On the way to the Falls you will walk through the rice terraces of Kili. Notice how well kempt they are with the retaining walls used as a pathway.
If you have time, wander out of Kili Village back along the road to Tubo there are more rice terraces lining the river banks and climbing the hillsides. Alternatively ask your habal-habal driver to stop at the viewpoints when making your return trip.

Kili Hotspring

Just a few minutes walk up the steps on the right side of the rocks as you look at the Falls , is a trail that leads to the man-made Spa pool where you can bathe in the warm/fairly hot water that seeps out of the adjacent rocks. Lie down in the pool and watch the fast flowing Utip River as it heads towards Kil Falls.
Alternate the hot water bathing with a cold water dip in the river for your own outdoor Sauna, and gain some health benefits.
Down by the river on the left of the pool, and also worth exploring, is a small cave with hot water dripping from the stalactites hanging from the ceiling

The Hanging Bridge

To the left of the Falls and at the top of the rock formation you will find quite a long Hanging Bridge which swings crazily if you walk across too fast. Just mind your step as you go, because some of the wooden planks are a little worn or loose.
The Hanging Bridge is worth crossing as you are able to explore the rock formations above Kili Falls and if you are daring enough, wander down and see for yourself the absolute power below.
There are good views upstream and back to Barangay Kili from here too.

Where to sleep in Kili?

By Kili Falls

What better way to spend the night than by a waterfall. The sound of the river and the pounding of Kili Falls will be an experience you will never forget.
If you have a hammock there are a few places you could hang it, or if you prefer to bring a sleeping mat, you could lie down on the flat surface of some of the rocks.
With Kili Falls being somewhat isolated from the village there is no light pollution, therefore stargazing will be superb on a clear night.

You will need to bring a blanket and warm clothes as it can get chilly at night

In a Homestay

If you prefer to sleep indoors there are some Homestays in Kili Village which offer a bed for P100/pax a night. Bedding is provided.

Biyahe Ni Drew Abra 2016

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