In Real, you can experience a scaled-down version of whitewater rafting when you try river tubing. What makes it interesting is that instead of inflatable rafts, local guides use of balsa or makeshift boats made of large tire tubes and bamboo planks.

Barangay Tanauan, which is an emerging river tubing destination in the area, offers a 5-kilometer stretch of wild water current. There’s a 30-60 minute trek down to reach the jump off point at the mouth of the river. The ride, which lasts roughly 1.5-2 hours, ends at the exit passing Tignoan bridge.

Each boat can fit 5 people (including 2 boatmen/lifeguards) the Balsaheros were former Kaingeros and illegal loggers who were trained to operate the rafts and serve as lifeguards, river and forest protectors by promoting the area as a river rafting destination.