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10 Things To Do in Nuvali

Kara Santos

nuvali dirt weekend biker on trail

Nuvali in Laguna is a master-planned residential, commercial and recreational development complex that has something for everyone. Whether you’re a foodie, adrenaline-junkie or leisure traveler, you can find something fun to do here. Located in Sta. Rosa, Calamba, and the municipality of Cabuyao, Laguna, the 2,290 hectare development is a sustainable and environmentally-friendly space that allows people and nature to thrive harmoniously. Here’s a look at some of the fun activities you can do here:

1. Go leisure biking

Nuvali has a good network of paved roads and designated bike paths that offer a lot of opportunities for leisurely road biking. We brought bikes we borrowed from Microtel South Forbes, but road bikes are available for rent at the Lakeside Evozone. Because not a lot of cars pass through the complex, some of the areas offer secure biking paths.

If you’re not a biker, you can also enjoy just walking or jogging along the designated trails and tree-lined streets to visit the shops and restaurants.

2. Explore the off-road trails by mountain bike

Nuvali offers an extensive bike tracks and trails system, which includes approximately 50km of off-road biking and running trails. In fact, it’s the venue of Nuvali Dirt Weekend, one of the biggest and most anticipated mountain biking events in the country. On regular days, bikers who bring their own mountain bikes can enjoy going around the flowy singletrack and scenic cross-country riding with fresh air and great views.

Outside Slacker biking in Nuvali

In certain areas, bikers can enjoy sights of Mount Makiling, Laguna de Bay and the Tagaytay Ridge. We were able to practice riding at the four-cross and pump bike tracks during our visit in December, but last I heard these are now open only to bike enthusiasts during special events.

3. Go wakeboarding

Republic Wakepark is a world-class water sports facility inside the Nuvali complex. It features a 4-hectare lake, bar and restaurant. Republic Wakepark is being primed as the newest and most innovative wakepark in the world, where you can try this extreme sport that combines the best of water skiing, surfing, and snowboarding.

This is currently the nearest wakepark to Metro Manila and has hosted several international wakeboarding events. For those who want to maximize their riding time and stay longer, the park also offers comfy accommodations nearby.

4. Try out different sports

Aside from biking and wakeboarding, Nuvali is a popular weekend destination for sports like running, football, baseball and sand volleyball. A lot of the events are held in The Fields, a 10-hectare open area that includes 3 FIFA-sized football fields, 2 baseball fields, 3 sand volleyball courts and a multi-use outdoor clubhouse. Nuvali continues to host multi-sporting events and tournaments such as trail runs, marathons, duathlons and fun runs like the first Outbreak Manila Zombie Fun Run.

At the Outbreak Manila Zombie Fun Run

5. Take a water taxi ride on the lake

The 4-hectare multi-functional lake feature of Nuvali doesn’t just add visual appeal, but it also serves several practical purpose. It serves as a catchment for storm water run-off, a water reservoir, fire reserve and is a medium for alternative transportation.

Residents and employees can make use of the taxiboats to get around, while first-time visitors may enjoy going on a ride on the water taxis.

6. Feed the koi fish

One of the most popular activities to do in Nuvali, especially if you’re with kids, is to feed the koi fish. Solenad, where many restaurants are located, has a large outdoor pond full of ornamental fish. Koi are omnivorous fish and help keep the lake water clean.

Koi food is designed to float which encourages the fish to come to the surface. This is the most number of koi fish I’ve seen in one place.

7.  Visit the Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary

The Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary is a 17-km long buffer green and forest zone that provides a haven for 60 species of birds and contains a rich variety of flora and fauna within Nuvali.

The area contains a biking and jogging trail system along with a gazebo and view decks for birdwatchers.

8. Enjoy a movie night outdoors

Nuvali sometimes holds special movie nights outdoors at their Night Sky Cinema equipped with a large screen and excellent sound system in The Fields. Visitors can bring their own mats to watch movies while picnicking in the wide open field.

The movie selection usually follows a specific theme depending on the month. They screen Christmas classics in December, romantic flicks on February and horror movies for Halloween.

9. Go shopping at outlet stores

Those who like to shop can enjoy some retail therapy at the brand-name outlet stores and shops in Solenad 1 and 2. Some of the outlet stores here include Adidas, Aldo, Bench, NineWest, QuickSilver and Stoked. For full list of retail outlets, check out this link.

10. Try the different restaurants in the area

Nuvali has plenty of popular cafes and restaurants to choose from. Some of the restos are Max’s, Uncle Cheffy, Tonkatsu by Terazawa, Italianni’s, Blackbeard’s Seafood Island, ClawDaddy’s Great American Picnic, Crisostomo and Chubby’s Rib Shack. For Burger joints and snacks, there’s Brother’s Burger, Army Navy Burger + Burrito and Buffalo Wings & Things. Some of the coffee, tea shops and dessert places are Starbucks, Bo’s Coffee, Serenitea, Fruits in Ice Cream, Krispy Creme and Conti’s Bakeshop & Restaurant.

More restaurants are still in the development phase and will be added to the area. Since most of the restaurants also have branches in Manila, it would be nice to see a homegrown Cavite or Laguna-based cafe offering local specialties here in the future.

Where to Stay in Nuvali

Microtel South Forbes is located in Silang, Cavite, but it’s only a few minutes away from Nuvali. The business hotel has 61 rooms and offers travelers a convenient base to nearby towns.

Microtel by Wyndham South Forbes, South Blvd., South Forbes Golf City, Bgy. Inchican, Silang, Cavite, 4118 Philippines.

Seda Nuvali is a modern 150-room lifestyle hotel located within the 2,300-hectare Nuvali area right next to the scenic four-hectare lake. The hotel provides travelers with a relaxing and convenient place to stay in while enjoying Nuvali and other places to visit in Laguna. Good option for those traveling with infants and small children. Check out Kokopax.

Seda Nuvali is located in the Lakeside Evozone, Nuvali, Sta. Rosa City, Laguna, 4026 Philippines.

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