Our diverse country is home to a wide variety of culture, traditions, and ways of life. If one wishes to explore the diversity amongst Filipinos – they should visit the Lamlifew Village Museum located in Sarangani Province.
The people living in Lamlifew have a lifestyle close to nature and culture. This tribal village is one of the most important in Mindanao, with their weaving and way of life standing out. This B’laan tribe will welcome you warmly with songs and a folk dance. Their museum is one of a kind, giving you both their history and living traditions on display.
You can see locals gathering and doing their beadwork and tapestries they call Tabih. These have intricate and layered designs and most finished works are displayed in the weaving center.
When you visit Lamlifew, buy some of their products! You will bring a small token of their culture and also support these people in their way of life.
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From Zamboanga to General Santos City to Lamlifew Village Museum
1. From Zamboanga fly to General Santos City.
2. Head to Gensan Downtown
3. Ride a tricycle heading to GenSan Public Market beside Rose Pharmacy.
4. Ride a minibus heading to Alabel.
5. At Anabel, ride a jeepney and ask the driver to drop you near the village.
6. Hike from this point on heading to Lamlifew.
Things to do at Lamlifew Village Museum
1. GREET THE PEOPLE
– Get to know the B’laan people that would welcome your visit to Lamlifew.
2. HIKING
– Explore the nature trail heading to the village.
3. TAKE PHOTOS
– The village has lots of photo worthy pieces and attractions. The unique atmosphere and treasures found in the museum are one of a kind.
4. WATCH THE WEAVING PROCESS
– See the weaving process of the Lamlifew women. This traditional process will be hard to replicate or see from other weavers.
5. TASTE LOCAL TREATS
– You will be served with different local treats by the B’laan people so make sure to try them!
Rates and Fees
Day View Fee – ₱ 30 per head
Overnight Camping Fee – ₱ 300 per head
Cottage Fee – ₱ 300 per day
Room Rate – ₱ 500 per night
How to Contact
You can contact Lamlifew Village Museum through the following:
Personnel:
Laarnie Lumbos Espra – 0998 537 9513
Maribeth Ditan – 0975 486 3996
You can contact the Malungon Tourism Office through the following:
Mobile No.: 0910 644 4657
Email: malungontourism2016@gmail.com
Website: http://malungon.gov.ph
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MalungonYourExactDestination
To bring when visiting Lamlifew Village Museum
1. Bring a change of clothes to change into after the hike.
2. Keep a trash bag ready to collect your trash and dispose of it properly later.
3. Bring your own water bottle to be refilled.
4. Bring cash as transactions are cash only.
Reminders when visiting Lamlifew Village Museum
1. Be courteous towards the people in the village.
2. Do not touch everything that you see. If you want to inspect something, ask a local first.
3. Show respect and discipline while you’re in the village.
4. The B’laan people are kind and polite but keep your things with you.