Japan, Taiwan, Bali, New Zealand, the Netherlands in one?Yes, TRUE…If another country has its magnificent flower fields, we’ve our own too within the Philippines. The Northern Blossom Flower Farm has been compared to the Netherlands’ Keukenhof, the most important garden in the world. it’s located in Sayangan, Atok, Benguet, a two-and-a-half-hour drive from the town of pines (Baguio City). it’s owned by Ms. Melanie “Lany” Garay. They even have a flower shop in Dimasalang, Manila. This farm which started as a flower farm is now a full-blown tourist destination.
In this province, in Atok Benguet, there’s a three-hectare land on the mountainside. one in every of the largest and most beautiful multi-colored flower fields within the Philippines. The place is blanketed with a carpet of flowers like snapdragon, rice flowers, delphiniums, Matthiola, Larkspur, celosia, and plenty more. Aside from different flowers, cabbage roses made Northern Blossom popular on social media. It’s said that the cabbage rose originated from Japan. Flowers also are purchasable for people who want to shop for them (they offer it cheap-fresh from the farm). try and explore around and you will find some Instagram-worthy spots. you’ll ever see Mt.Pulag and Mt.Timbak from a distance. The temperature here can drop to zero degrees as its located at the countries highest point above water level.
What is good about this place? It takes away stress with its beautiful scenery, you may surely love and luxuriate in this place. they provide unlimited brewed coffee and free bread which is cool. Ms.Lany and her staff are very accommodating. they’ll always be smiles on their faces. The local tour guides under Lany’s employ also are talented photographers. They know the landscape by memory and know the way to direct the guest for a stellar photograph that captures the important natural elements: mountains, sky, sun, and also flowers. Selfie all you would like because there’s no point in time inside the Northern Blossom Flower Farm
To get in, you’ve got to pay the Northern Blossom Flower farm entrance fee;
Adult-P250.00
Kids 5-10 yrs.old-P50.00
Environmental fee-P20.00
Parking fee-P50.00
Things to Remember/Tips
>be careful to not tread on the flowers or plant when taking pictures.
>always be a responsible traveler.
>don’t forget to bring your drinking water because its a 3-hectare flower farm
>ready for OOTD every angle is instagrammable
>cabbage roses in Northern Blossom are seasonal. you may want to go to during February, just in time for Baguio City’s Panagbenga Festival.
>Mt.Timbak could be a great side trip, for people who seek adventure.
>be mindful of the locals.Let us respect the sweetness and peacefulness of Northern Blossom Farm.
>Northern blossom encompasses a flower shop in Sta. Ana, Manila
>It is usually recommended that you simply stay overnight to totally unwind from all the strain.
>best time to go to their place is during February to March where the flowers are mostly in bloom
>come here as early as dawn to look at the golden sunrise
>the farm is open a day except (Monday) as early as 6 am for people who want to catch the sunrise and closes 5 pm
>don’t forget to bring a camera and additional batteries with you and wear garb that’s ideal for atmospheric conditions.
>when you visit the farm during the month of February, expect that you simply will experience below 10degrees cold and a few of the flowers will frost.
HOW TO GET THERE
Before heading to Atok, it’s important to contact the Tourism Head of Atok first so that they can provide you assistance once you’re there.
Via private car:
If you may use the Waze app to induce to Atok, type in Saint Paul’s Academy of Sayangan, Atok, Benguet. I repeat, don’t just input “Atok” because by doing so, it’ll lead you to the opposite side of Atok.
Via commute:
1. From MANILA to Baguio: ride a bus visiting Baguio via Victory Liner or Genesis/Joy Bus (both transit companies have terminals located at Pasay and Quezon City).
2.From BAGUIO to Atok via bus or van:
From Victory Liner Terminal (located at PNR) / Joy Bus-Genesis Terminal (located at Gov. Pack Rd.), hail a taxicab visiting DANGWA STATION (back of Baguio Center Mall).
From Dangwa Station, ride any bus or van certain to Bontoc or Sagada. These public transportations will go by the Municipality of Atok. you’ll take Sunrise Bus or GL Trans transit line at Dangwa Station. The bus leaves as early as 5:30 a.m., next trip is at 6:30 with half-hour intervals until 11 a.m. Alternatively, there also are buses bound for Sagada at Slaughterhouse Terminal. Just tell the busman that your destination is Atok’s Municipal Hall.
3. Finally, drop off and register at Atok’s Municipal Hall, Sayangan, Atok, Benguet town proper to start your adventure.