Hinatuan Enchanted River. Guide to enjoying this enchanting paradise.

The Hinatuan Enchanted River, also called the Hinatuan Sacred River, is a deep spring river in the municipality of Hinatuan, province of Surigao del Sur, on the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. It flows into the Philippine Sea and the Pacific Ocean at Barangay Talisay, Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur. It is found between the boundaries of Barangays of Talisay and Cambatong. It earned the moniker "enchanted river" from the diplomat Modesto Farolan who described the river in his poem entitled "Rio Encantado". The river's unusual colors and unexplored depths have inspired various local legends. One story tells of fairies that added the colors of sapphire and jade to the river to make its unique shade. Local fisherfolk also report seeing fish in the river that cannot be caught through any means. According to locals, the river was called the Enchanted River because of the engkantos that dwell there. Their legends also say that the river is haunted by supernatural beings which act as its protectors. Here's a complete guide on how to get there, what to see, what to do, and how to enjoy the most enchanting river in the Philippines.