Welcome to Cordillera Administrative Region

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ABOUT

The only landlocked region in the Philippines, Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), which is located in the island of Luzon, is primarily mountainous. It is bordered by the Ilocos Region to west and southwest, and Cagayan Valley to the north, east, and southeast.

Location

Best Time to Visit

For the best combination of agreeable temperatures of around 27° C (80° F) and as little rain as possible, the best time to visit this region is between February and March. The first months of dry season can still be rainy, while the last months are usually pretty hot and humid.

Fast Facts

Area: 19,422.03 km² (7,498.88 mi²)

Population: 1,431,400

Density: 88/km²

Regional Center: Baguio

Languages: Ilocano; Bontoc; Filipino; English

Provinces: 

CAR – Cordillera Administrative Region

PROVINCE	LAND AREA KM2	POPULATION
Abra	4,413.35	251,000
Apayao	4,165.25	124,400
Benguet	2,826.59	460,700
Ifugao	2,628.21	207,500
Kalinga	3,231.25	229,600
Mountain Province	2,157.38	158,200
Total	19,422.03	1,431,400

Cities: (2) Baguio City, Tabuk City

Barangays: 1,177

Major Industries:

• Crops (Palay, Corn, Banana, Mango, Tomato, Tobacco, Coconut)
• Minerals (Gold, Silver, Copper)
• Mining
• Textiles and Garments
• Handicrafts and Furniture

Getting Here

The best way to get to CAR depends on where you’re traveling from and your budget.

The fastest and most convenient method of travel a far distance in the Philippines is most often by plane, however in some cases, traveling by sea or land may be a better option and more cost-effective.

Use the following online service to determine the various transportation options available to you based on your point of departure and your destination.

Getting Around

The following are the modes of transportation available in Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines. 

Suggested Budget

Use the chart below to get an idea of how much to budget daily.  Actual amounts will depend on YOUR travel style. Keep in mind these are daily averages … some days you’ll spend more, some days you’ll spend less. Prices are in USD.

SEE & DO 

• Baguio Cathedral
• Batad Rice Terraces
• Burnham Park
• Camp John Hay
• Mansion
• Mines View Park
• Mount Pulag
• Philippine Military Academy (PMA)
• Philippine War Memorial
• Stobosa
• Strawberry Farm
• Sumaguing Cave
• Witness an undying tradition
• Wonderous Step

EAT & DRINK

• Abra Miki Noodles (Abra)
• Binungor (Apayao)
• Etag (Benguet & Mountain Province)
• Homemade yogurt (Mountain Province)
• Ifugao coffee(Ifugao)
• Kalinga Coffee (Kalinga)
• Mountain rice (Kalinga)
• Pinikpikan (Benguet)
• Pinikpikan (Ifugao & Mountain Province)
• Pinuneg (Benguet)
• Pizza topped with Apayao delicacies (Apayao)
• Sagada oranges (Mountain Province)
• Strawberry taho (Benguet)
• pinit (Mountain Province)

WHERE TO STAY

Where to Stay in Cordillera Administrative Region

Use the following online resources to determine the best place for YOU to stay when visiting the CAR.

Book Online & Save Money

Book your room with these trusted online booking sites. Booking online in the Philippines almost always guarantees the best price and a room when you arrive.  We use these sites frequently to get the best prices and enjoy convenient bookings. Click each of the buttons below to find the best place for you at the lowest rates.

EVENTS & FESTIVALS

• Imbayah Festival
• Panagbenga Festival

WHAT’S NEARBY

• Ilocos Region
• Cagayan Valley Region

READ MORE: 17 Regions of the Philippines (with map)

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