Danao Extreme Adventure Park

E.A.T. Danao is a tourism concept designed for the benefit of the residents of the municipality of Danao. The aim of the program is to showcase its natural resources to local and foreign tourists and to preserve them for the good of its residents.

The program involves unique and exhilarating activities in a wide range of categories located in verdant valleys set in the picturesque mountain ranges. The program is divided into three to give visitors an opportunity to pick their activity of choice. E may involve activities falling under the Extreme, Economic, and Educational. A stands for Adventure and T for Tour.

All these activities are located in one place called the Danao Adventure Park in Barangay Magtangtang, 72 kilometers away and a couple of hours ride from Tagbilaran City. The site used to be the headquarters of Francisco Dagohoy, considered as the leader of the longest revolt in the Philippines.

One of the most popular attractions the site has to offer is the one-minute zip line, which as of December 2008 is the longest and tallest of its kind stretching half a kilometer from one mountain to another, prompting the Danao mayor to call it “sui-slide.” Aside from the zipline, it also involves a sky ride, a plunge, wall climbing, among others.

Eco Adventure Tour

The eco-tour program involves an ecological tour of Danao and includes activities such as river and mountain trekking, mountain biking, and other activities.  The eco-trail has been reinforced with ropes at the two sides for convenience in going up to the viewing deck for observing and enjoying the breathtaking sunrise and sunset with the blue-green colored mountain ranges and rolling hills.

The viewing deck offers a glimpse of the Wahig River winding in and out of boulders and crevices. Guests can also view the rich natural resources the Wahig-Inabanga watershed and its river ecosystem.

Upon reaching the town villages, guests can take an optional tour of Danao’s farming and fishing lifestyle. The town’s land is designed for scientific yet organic farming of vegetables and fruits. The Danao Accommodation Center serves succulent and delicious meals featuring their local produce.

Educational Adventure Tour

For the Educational Tour, guests will get to visit the different historical sites of Danao such as the Francis Dagohoy Cave and its historical markers. Visitors will be informed about the different environmental, cultural heritage, and sustainable agriculture through education about watersheds and natural landscapes.

The trip will also have tourists crossing rivers, hopping boulders, and going up the hill where Francisco Dagohoy waged one final battle against the Spanish invaders. The town of Danao has several caves and forests but only three of them have been declared tourist friendly by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

Coinciding with the implementation of the E.A.T. Danao program is the establishment of the Danao Tourist Accommodation Center. As a result, the town is now capable of offering complete tour facilities to local and foreign visitors. The Center alone can provide accommodations for a maximum of 16 people. The fee for each cottage is Php600. An additional bed can be requested for P200. The mayor’s farm house can take up to 50 guests.

There are three tour packages that are available for guests namely a Day Tour, One & a Half Day, and Two Days Package.

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Mag-Aso Falls

Mag-Aso Falls are eight-meter twin waterfalls situated at the bottom of a deep gorge. Turquoise water surrounded by tropical flora and fauna looks like a lost paradise. There are no sounds except the roaring water. Meditative, calm and very natural place. It’s located away from most of the attractions of Bohol island, still not covered by most of the Bohol tour itineraries. So it’s usually not crowded. There is a good chance to be there alone. 

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Bohol Tour Escapade

http://www.boholtourescapade.com/

Bohol Tour Escapade offers a wide range of tours and travel services and car rental needs. We provide self-drive car, van, or any vehicle for private, family, tour and business use or any purpose you want, country side tour packages, panglao island tour, island hopping, Danao Extreme Eco Educational Adventure Tour, and trans in ot trans out, we can also provide a driver and a tour guide.

• 3 Days and 2 Nights Tour Package (Countryside, Island Hopping & Panglao Tour)
• Bohol Countryside Tour with (optional) Package
• Bohol Countryside Tour & Panglao Island Tour
• Chocolate Hills Tour & Panglao Island Tour
• Choco, Firefly Watching & Hinagdanan Cave Tour
• Panglao Island Tour
• Island Hopping with Dolphin & Whale Watching
• Firefly Watching
• Panglao & Loboc Tour
• Loboc Tour
• Anda Tour
• Danao Adventure Tour
• Sagbayan Peak Tour
• Danao Adventure & Sagbayan Peak Tour
• Catigbian Beth N Choy Tour
• Wonders of Bohol Tour
• City Tour
• Trans In/Out

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Henann Beach Resort

The biggest beach resort in Panglao Island, Bohol sits on a lush 6.5 hectare property on the pristine shores of Alona Beach.

Upon arriving at the resort, beautifully designed structures and warm, open spaces will welcome you to begin your most unforgettable Bohol trip. The Coastal elements of the interiors give out a relaxing vibe, immediately preparing you for a tranquil stay.

Continuing the Henann tradition of making it worth your stay, Henann Resort Alona Beach has the following features that will definitely ensure that you get only the best from us, be it for a vacation or for business:

• 400 world-class accommodations 
• Bohol’s largest Convention Center which can hold up to 1000 people
• 3 Swimming Pools
• Sea Breeze Café and Beach Club
• Pool Bars
• Lobby Lounge
• Coral Café
• Christina’s Western Cuisine
• Gym & Fitness Center
• Kai Spa 
• Mini Shop
• 125 meter beachfront

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Alona Beach Resort

Alona Beach is a small stretch of tropical paradise on Panglao Island, Bohol in the Philippines. It is quickly becoming one of the top travel destinations in the Philippines because of it's wonderful white sand beach, beautiful blue waters, world class diving and tours.

Alona Beach is easy to get to, has tons of Hotels and Resorts and plenty to do and see. It's a must-visit while you are in the Philippines and it's proximity to world famous sites in Bohol such as the Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Sanctuary and Loboc River make it an ideal base for exploring Panglao, Bohol and the rest of the Philippines.

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Aproniana Souvenir Shop

The Aproniana Souvenir Shop is regarded as ““Bohol’s ultimate souvenir destination.” It sells a wide range of products ranging from stuffed tarsiers, shirts, bags, replicas, jewelries, decorations, wood products, and Bohol delicacies.

The Aproniana Souvenir Shop offers a 10% discount coupon randomly to visitors. Usually, it is the son of the owner who awards the discount coupon. However, this is just part of their marketing strategy to entice visitors to purchase their products but any employee can give the discount coupon.

But even without the discount coupon, the prices offered by the souvenir shop is still affordable in contrast to the products being sold at the souvenir shops of the other tourist destinations like the Loboc River Floating Resto, Chocolate Hills, Butterfly Conservation Center, and other souvenir stores spread throughout the island.

The Apronia Souvenir Shop is an air-conditioned establishment and has clean tiled floors. With an area of 100 square meters, the shop has two levels and visitors will have a great time shopping as they will surely find what the item they are looking for. A visit to this tourist destination should be a part of your itinerary when visiting Bohol. For any inquiries regarding their products, visitors can call up +63 38 540-9411.

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Balicasag Island

Nestled on a 1.5 acre piece of land, Balicasag Island is a popular marine sanctuary and a favorite destination of Bohol tourists. From the world-renowned Alona Beach, the island is 30-45 minutes away by boat. Panglao is acclaimed for its pristine white beaches, diving spots, and world class resorts.

Balicasag Island is relatively small that it can be explored in just 45 minutes. It is surrounded by bougainvilleas and palm trees and is popular for its white sand. In the middle of the island, there is a lighthouse tower. There is only about 100 families in the island and their main source of livelihood used to be fishing. The lone resort in the island, Balicasag Island Resort , has given the residents an alternative source of income  as waiters or chefs or by picking shells to sell to tourists.

Balicasag Island Resort is considered as among the world’s best diving destinations. It has ten native-inspired aircon duplex cottages, each with a couple of rooms and is 19.64 square meters wide, complete with screen doors, a private toilet & bath with individual veranda for guests to enjoy the captivating view of the sun, sea, and surf.

To accommodate more guests, two air-conditioned dormitories that can be occupied by 8 persons. Balicasag Island Resort has its own motorized boat that can transport up to 12 persons, speed boat, and dive boat. Likewise, the resort has an outdoor bar and an open-air restaurant catering to local and international cuisine. The island is the perfect destination for diving enthusiasts as well as nature lovers.

From Tagbilaran Airport, you can ride a taxi, rental van, or taxi to Alona Beach. You will be charged P250 for the 30-minute trip.

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Sagbayan Peak

Sagbayan Peak is a mountain resort and recreation center in the town of Sagbayan, 45 miles northwest of Tagbilaran City. It provides tourist a 360-degree glimpse of the Chocolate Hills as well as the waters of the sea that separate Bohol island from Cebu. The entire facility is found on two hills joined together by a vast stretch of cemented steps.

Sagbayan Peak provides many facilities for its guests. Upon entry to the resort, you will see an open-sided chapel. Panoramic landscapes will captivate the guests on their way to the parking area and park entrance, where they will need to buy P10 tickets. Beside the booth, there is a screen-enclosed structure filled with plants housing tarsiers. Entrance to this facility is worth PhP10 but guests are advised to refrain from taking pictures with flashes and to keep quiet because the tarsiers may become stressed and die in the process.

At the entrance to the tourist spot, a life-sized T-Rex will greet guests. The resort lies on a five-hectare piece of land with a wide range of amenities such as a grotto, pavilion, viewing deck, butterfly dome, to name just a few. Sagbayan Peak is ideal for a family getaway since it has a children’s playground.

To get to this Bohol tourist spot, there are rental vans available at the Dao Terminal in Tagbilaran City as well as in front of the Tubigon municipal building. The van will ply the Tagbilaran-Tubigon-Clarin route. Upon arrival in Nahawan, there will be a junction road with arrows showing the way to Sagbayan.

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Hinagdanan Cave

The Hinagdanan Cave is located at the Philippines’ most important karst region, Panglao Island. Located in Barangay Bingag, Dauis, Panglao Island, 5-10 minutes away from Tagbilaran City. From the Dao terminal, there are jeepneys as well as tricycles that will take you to Dauis.

Hinagdanan is a karst cave, that is it is made from limestone. It can be easily reached. Visitors would have to walk a one kilometer stretch of dense vegetation. The cave entrance has a diameter of 1 meter and can be seen from a limestone hill. There are cemented steps leading to its interiors. The cave is slippery but a rope railing has been put in place so visitors can hold on.

According to legends, the Hinagdanan Cave was accidentally discovered when the owner of the area was clearing it of decaying branches and found the hole. When the owner threw a stone into the hole, there was a splash. A ladder was constructed to get inside the cave. Thus, it derived its name from the man-made ladder constructed to enter it.

The Hinagdanan Cave is well-renowned for its stalactites and stalagmites. Inside the cave is an underground pond. Both of its ends are open, providing natural light inside. The more adventurous locals and tourists even take a bath in its cool waters. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is advisable to take the necessary precautions when taking a dip because karst water reacts to any kind of pollution and may cause skin irritations.

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Bohol Bee Farm

The Bohol Bee Farm is a very cozy and relaxing place on Panglao island. Owner and Chef Vicky Wallace prepares delicious meals from organically-grown vegetables on her farm--from squash muffins, vegetable lasagna to her specially-brewed coffee from roasted corn and wild berries. She rents her chalet-styled home to guests who want to enjoy the peace and serenity of having the entire farm to themselves...

This is certainly a place apart: not only is it a wonderful relaxing place for visitors, it also tries to contribute to the local community and the environment. From the value statement on their website:

Everything we do at Bohol Bee Farm is geared towards encouraging and inspiring our farmers to practice Organic farming. They don't need to spend for costly conventional fertilizers, nor use harmful pesticides in their farms. Basic composting and companion planting are alternatives we offer in their stead.

We also introduce and teach them different livelihood activities they can pursue in tandem with farming, and assist them in marketing their products to make such activities sustainable. We highly value the principle of giving back to our communities, and to society, in general, the benefits we derived from it. After all, our one true gift to ourselves, and ultimately to others, lies not in what we have accumulated for our own,  but how much of it we shared with them.

Furthermore, we ardently support an agricultural development that leads to healthier soils anddiverse agricultural ecosystems, conditions that help promote a better environment. One that we hope would be populated by a happier and healthier people.

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Simply Butterflies Conversation Center

The Simply Butterflies Conservation Center is the pioneering butterfly livelihood breeding and conservation program in Bohol island. It is designed to provide protection and reinforcement to the natural habitat of butterflies using plant research, breeding, and releasing.

Likewise, it aims to boost the number of butterflies in the province by injecting income-generating methods into the local economy utilizing butterflies and its by-products. The residents have already been taught how the basics of butterfly breeding and currently, a community of paid breeders are already in place.

The Butterfly Garden at Bilar houses more than 60 species that visit the garden naturally while more than 20 species are maintained in a netted area where they live, play, and breed. It is located in the municipality of Bilar, 41 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. The site is a kilometer away from market and five minutes from the Man-Made Forest. From the Mahogany Forest, you will see colored flags on the right-hand side with an “Open” sign.

If you are using public utility vehicles, you can take the Saint Jude buses from the Dao Integrated Terminal in Tagbilaran City. These buses traverse the Bilar to Talibon road. Take this route and inform the driver to drop you off at the Butterfly Garden. Rental vans are likewise available at the Terminal which offers a guided tour.

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Hanging Bridge

One of the less attractive tourist destinations in Bohol in the Philippines is  the Hanging Bridge. It is found in the upper area of Loboc River in Bohol. The Hanging Bridge is a foot bridge composed of bamboos and hardened steels which was initially used by locals to cross the river going to the Barangay on the other side of the main road. The Hanging Bridge hangs about 25 meters above the river.

Years ago, locals would normally pass the river by going down the cliff then ride a small banca to cross to the other side. Then later on the Bohol government decided to set a bamboo bridge for faster access on both sides of the river. When the tourism department of Bohol started to be aggressive on their programs, they invited a lot of Locals and Foreigners which made these people noticed the bridge when they pass the road going to the Floating Restaurant Area. They tried it themselves and were happy because for them it’s not ordinary. They were thrilled when they reached the middle and the wonderful view of the Loboc River was seen. When pictures flooded the internet, many of the visiting tourists decided to visit the place. The safety and security of the Hanging Bridge was compromised because more and more people go together all at once which made the government decide to add another bridge to be used as exit, while the old one as entrance.

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Man Made Forest

In the 1960s, the administration of then President Diosdado Macapagl launched a nationwide reforestation program. In Bohol, then Governor Lino Chatto spearheaded the planting of Mahogany seedlings on a 857.4 hectare parcel of land in the towns of Bilar and Loboc.

Located along the path going to Carmen where the Chocolate Hills is located, you cannot help but stop by at the Man-made Mahogany Forest At Bilar. According to accounts by the residents, these trees were planted by the Boholanos themselves as a way of preventing flash floods in the area. Initiated some 50 years ago, the mahogany trees have grown and became one of the most popular attractions tourism in Bohol can offer.

The Man-made Mahogany Forest at Bilar is approximately 20 kilometers from the capital. It provides a perfect spot for taking pictures as it can be viewed along the road. The forest has been used as a backdrop in some action films made by Metro Manila filmmakers. The asphalt road between the towns of Bilar and Loboc is a favorite among mountain bikers. Hiking towards the mountain is another popular activity indulged in by the more adventurous visitors.

Aside from the mahogany trees, there are also different varieties of ferns that add to the picturesque landscape. The forest is unique because of its uniformed-height trees, branch extension, thickness and design of leaves. There are other varieties of seedlings that surround the bigger trees.

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Sandugo Blood Compact

On March 16, 1565, Miguel Lopez de Legazpi of Spain and Rajah Sikatuna of Bohol performed the Blood Compact (Spanish: Pacto de Sangre Filipino: Sandugo). Initially, Legazpi’s expedition was met with hostility because the natives thought they were Portuguese. Before the arrival of the Spaniards, the natives had a sad experience with Portuguese raiders who lambasted their island.

Today, the Blood Compact Site stands as a memorial to that historic sign of friendship between the Spaniards and the natives. Built by National Artist Napoleon Abueva, a Boholano resident, the site features five life-sized images of men making a toast located on an open and elevated dais. It provides tourists a glimpse of the Bohol Sea, believed to be the spot where Legazpi’s expedition anchored, as well as a view of the whole landscape.

Located in the town of Bool, this tourist destination is very much accessible as it is located along the C.P. Garcia circumferential road where many modes of transportations are available. Guests from nearby hotels or tourists can ask to be dropped at the site although most hotels have included it in their itinerary.

Originally held in March, the local government of Bohol decided to move it to July to allow Boholanos working abroad to come back and celebrate the event. 

The local government of Bohol island implemented a program called “Tigum Bol-anon Tibouk Kalibutan” (TBTK) whose literal trasnslation means “gather Boholanos from all over the world”.  The program provides huge discounts on airline fares, hotel accommodations,to name just a few. The celebration is culminated by a re-enactment of the Blood Compact.

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Chocolate Hills

One of the most popular Philippines tourist destinations in Bohol is the Chocolate Hills. It is made up of no less than 1,268 hills, uniform in shape and approximately 30 – 50 meters high. They are called as such because the green grass turn chocolate brown at the end of summer. However, there are times when the hills show a mixture of green and brown.

The Chocolate Hills is among the tourist spots listed in the Philippine Tourism Authority and has been declared as the third largest National Geological Monument and was recommended for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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The Philippine Tarsier

The Philippine Tarsier (Tarsius syrichta or Carlito syrichta) goes by the local name Maumag in Cebuano or Visayan and Mamag in Luzon. It is a protected species and although the practice of catching and selling them has already stopped, they remain threatened because their natural habitat is being destroyed. It is called as such because of its elongated “tarsus” or ankle bone just like the other members of the 45 million year old family Tarsiidae.


In 1986, 1988, and 1990, the tarsier was declared Endangered by the IUCN Conservation Monitoring Centre. On September 13, 1991, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources issued Administrative Order 48 declaring it as an endangered species and is likely to become extinct if the causal factors remain operational.  In 1996, Baillie and Groombridge assessed it as a Lower Risk/Conservation Dependent.

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Loboc River Cruise

One of the activities that a Bohol tourist should indulge in when visiting the island is a Loboc River Cruise. Situated in the Municipality of Loboc, 24 kilometers from the provincial capital of Tagbilaran City, the Loboc River boasts of its wide array of cruisers on board small bancas or floating restaurants. Tourists will be treated to a view of tropical vegetation such as nipa palms, coconut trees, banana groves, and bushes.

The Loboc River Cruise commences from the neighboring Loay Bridge or Poblacion. The bridge is 20 kilometers from Tagbilaran City while the Poblacion is 25 kilometers away. If you want to eat while on the cruise, there are floating restaurants serving buffet meals of Filipino cuisines worth P400 or more per head. Small motorized bancas can be rented for a minimal fee.

To get to the Loboc River, the cheapest modes of transportation are the buses, jeepneys, and multicabs plying the interior route to and from Tagbilaran City. There are vans and taxis but they will usually cost 50% more especially if you come are coming from outside Tagbilaran. It is easy to locate Loboc since it lies along the river banks. Look for the old and massive stone church right beside the road, the river is at the opposite side.

These are just some of the attractions the island paradise of Bohol has to offer its tourists. It would be worthwhile including the province in your vacation itinerary.

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