A Scenic Escape at Talama View Deck

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start your journey from Tuguegarao City. Head north on the National Highway (Cagayan Valley Road) towards the town of Tabuk, Kalinga. This will take approximately 2-3 hours depending on traffic. Once you reach Tabuk, look for signs directing you towards the Talama View Deck. The exact coordinates are 17.3951836 latitude and 121.423327 longitude. You can use a GPS navigation app for precise directions. Upon arrival, you may find some local parking options available.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, first take a bus from Tuguegarao City to Tabuk. Buses regularly depart from the Tuguegarao bus terminal and the fare is typically around 150-200 PHP. Upon arriving in Tabuk, you can take a tricycle or jeepney to reach the Talama View Deck, which is approximately 15-20 minutes from the bus terminal. Make sure to ask the driver to take you to Talama View Deck, as it is a known landmark. The tricycle fare should be around 50-100 PHP.

• Combination (Car and Public Transport)

  If you prefer a combination of both methods, you can drive to a nearby town such as Lubuagan and then take a local jeepney or tricycle to Talama View Deck. This method allows you to explore the scenic views along the way. The drive from Tuguegarao to Lubuagan will take about 1.5 hours, and from there, a jeepney ride to Talama View Deck will cost you approximately 30-50 PHP.