This document lists and briefly describes several popular tourist spots in Pampanga province, Philippines. It discusses destinations such as Mt. Pinatubo which offers views of Crater Lake and interactions with indigenous tribes, Sandbox Pampanga which has recreational activities like ziplining and ATV riding, and Mt. Arayat National Park which is suitable for both hiking and relaxing. Other spots mentioned include theme parks like Skyranch and Aqua Planet, cultural destinations like Nayong Pilipino, and animal attractions like Zoocobia Fun Zoo and Dinosaur Island.

1. TOURIST SPOTS IN
PAMPANGA
BY: TRIXIE LEE LULU
11-ST. EPHREM

2. MT. PINATUBO
• Often called the “beautiful disaster”,
you’ll stand in awe once you see Mt.
Pinatubo. To see its magnificent
crystal clear waters of Crater Lake,
you will have to ride the 4×4 or an
ATV. The ride will be a rocky one but
once you see the view, all the bumps
you’ve gone through are worth it!
What makes this trip even better is
that you can interact with one of the
oldest indigenous tribes in the
Philippines, the Aetas, and experience
their culture.

3. SANDBOX PAMPANGA
• Craving for some adrenaline rush? Then visit
this awesome Pampanga tourist spot in
Porac. Sandbox is popular for the
youngsters as the place is full of recreational
activities that barkadas, families and even
employees on team building can enjoy. This
is where Asia’s first roller coaster zipline and
the tallest giant swing in the Philippines are
located. Other fun outdoor activities in
Sandbox include archery, all-terrain vehicle
(ATV) or utility task vehicle (UTV) driving.

4. MT. ARAYAT NATIONAL PARK
• Pampanga’s sole mountain, Mt Arayat,
stands at 3,366 feet above sea level.
The mountain lies inside one of the
oldest national parks in the country, the
Mt. Arayat National Park.
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• Mt. Arayat National Park is perfect for
both hikers and non-hikers. As for the
non-hikers, they can enjoy the walking
trails and natural pools at the foot of
Mt Arayat.

5. SKYRANCH PAMPANGA
• Located at San Fernando Pampanga,
kids at heart will definitely have the
time of their lives at Sky Ranch. From
carousel and ferris wheel to the
thrilling roller coaster, Sky Ranch
Pampanga fits every traveler whether
you’re a thrill-seeker or faint-hearted.

6. AQUA PLANET PAMPANGA
• Located just two hours away from the
metro, Aqua Planet Pampanga is a
great destination for travelers looking
for some thrill and chill. It holds 38
different slides that you and your
friends can all take. From the small
ones to gigantic slides, everyone will
surely have fun and you’ll keep
wanting for more best road trips near
Manila.

7. NAYONG PILIPINO
• Another Pampanga tourist spot you
must visit is the Nayong Pilipino. This
place will take you to a unique
experience to learn the culture,
heritage, natural wonders, and
history of the Philippines. Aside from
the walking tour, there are also
cultural performances that you can
watch for entertainment.

8. CLARK MUSEUM AND 4D THEATRE
• Located inside the former US Base in
Clark Pampanga, the Clark Museum
showcases the town’s history, the
American occupation in the
Philippines, and its significance in
World War II. Clark Museum and 4D
Theatre’s galleries contain well-
preserved memorabilia, dioramas,
murals, and interactive displays that
will definitely bring out the history
buff in you.

9. ZOOCOBIA FUN ZOO
• Another tourist spot you can visit in Clark
Pampanga is the Zoocobia Fun Zoo. The
attractions include a Birds of Paradise
enclosure, a Garden Maze, a petting section
where you can experience bottle feeding baby
goats and pigs, and more.
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• Other activities in Zoocobia Pampanga
Philippines you can enjoy are the camel ride up
a hill, the thrilling ATV ride, ziplining, and
going on a downhill drive with the gravity car
(similar to the luge in Singapore)!

10. PRADERA VERDE
• If you want to learn wakeboarding, just head
over to Pradera Verde in Lubao, Pampanga.
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• This wakeboard park in Pampanga features
various jumps and obstacles that cater to
both beginners and expert wakeboarders. If
you don’t have your own equipment, they
offer boards, helmets, and other equipment
you can rent, so all you need to do is go on
the board, and get soaked!

11. DINOSAURS ISLAND PAMPANGA
• If you’re traveling with kids, Dinosaur
Island Pampanga should be on your
itinerary! Here you’ll experience the
dinosaur era, with life-size
animatronic dinosaurs at Dinosaurs
Island Pampanga that will definitely
spark the Ross Geller in you.