Yes, I somehow had a dibs on it when we accompanied our Singaporean friends (SPY batchmate from SSEAYP) in the Walled City of Manila. For those who haven't tried it, I highly recommend you book the BamBike EcoTours for a different kind of experience in touring the historic sites of Intramuros. Here's a photo when I first used the bambike last March.
I want to go back again for another BAMBIKE ride! I also want to try their Intramuros Experience Tour soon.
| LIGTASIN COVE is available online at 1,699 USD. Everything about the Ligtasin Cove Bamboo Beach Cruiser is an original Bambike design. With double top tubes and a custom bench seat supported by bamboo seat-posts, the two riders it can carry experience the smoothest ride ever. Back pedal braking is made possible by the rear coaster hub, which also keeps the bike free from wires for the green and clean look. |  |
I love bicycling that's why when I saw this interesting bicycle parked outside Plaza San Luis Complex, it really got my attention. Curious, I went inside the shop and asked about this bicycle with some parts made of bamboo. I was told it's called BAMBIKE, a handmake bamboo bicycle which is 100% Filipino made with 100% materials from Philippines and 100 % sustainable.
I took one for a ride and you can do it too for only 300 pesos for 1 hour, that's if you only want to rent the bike and be on your own.
You may also opt to avail the #BamBike EcoTours, a guided bamboo bike tour around the Walled City for as low as 600 pesos for about an hour of EXPRESS TOUR. Have plenty of time? Book the INTRAMUROS EXPERIENCE and you'll be able to visit 10 locations in about 2 hours and 30 minutes for 1,200 pesos. Private tour is also available. Just call (02) 525 8289 for details.
You may also opt to avail the #BamBike EcoTours, a guided bamboo bike tour around the Walled City for as low as 600 pesos for about an hour of EXPRESS TOUR. Have plenty of time? Book the INTRAMUROS EXPERIENCE and you'll be able to visit 10 locations in about 2 hours and 30 minutes for 1,200 pesos. Private tour is also available. Just call (02) 525 8289 for details.
Aside from using bamboo as a frame of the bicycle, I also like this company and outdoor activity because of its social enterprise aspect. BAMBIKE Revolution Cycle supports #GawadKalinga, a Philippine based community development organization for the poor, working to bring an end to poverty.
| BAMBIKE have programs that include scholarships, sponsoring a preschool teacher, and a weekly feeding program for children, as well as a bamboo nursery for reforestation. The people behind the company is interested in helping out people and the planet, dedicated to social and environmental stewardship. |  |
So next time you plan of visiting Manila, I hope you'll choose BAMBIKE ECOTOURS. You'll not only have fun biking around Intramuros but you will also help the communities they are supporting. It's a great way to enjoy in the Philippines --- knowing that you're able to help and provide livelihood while you have fun using bambike!
Many foreigners love the BAMBIKE EcoTours! It's perfect for couples, groups and families. It's a safe activity for kids too so you don't have to worry.
No wonder BAMBIKE EcoTours is the # 1 outdoor activity in Manila! Everybody seems to be raving about it on TripAdvisor and it's definitely a tour you shouldn't miss.
Photo courtesy of BAMBIKE EcoTour
To know more about this tour, like BAMBIKE ECOTOUR on Facebook or visit their website for complete tour itinerary.
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