Central Visayas of the Philippines takes its pride of Bohol, with Tagbilaran as the capital city. Known for its geological formations and preserved flora and fauna, locals’ contribution counted a lot for their discipline, enhancing both economic and financial conditions of the province, most especially, its top tourism situation. Anybody aims to see this place as this has one of the most beautiful tours ever arranged by the local tour operators. A Do It Yourself (DIY) tour is also possible when you are on a fixed budget but it is better suggested to get such as an organized one so tour guides could also give a brief and detailed description of each place to visit. Traffic condition is also acceptable. No long wait from one attraction to another. Each destination is an exceptional voyage. Boholenos are known for being hospitable, soft spoken, accommodating, and are good singers.
The home of the endangered tarsiers, it showcases the preservation of these cute little creatures where it houses a place of their own, where they can freely rule their world. It is also known for its beautiful beaches, although not that white, still an unwinding moment to enjoy. The refreshing waters of the seas empower the senses however, and the sensuous feeling that you could sympathize with nature.
Panglao island is one of the most famous habitats and in demand vicinities to huddle . With its fine beaches and entertaining restaurants and bars around. Alona beach is also one of the highlights of beach craves.
(Panglao and Alona beaches can be visited for free. It is a public beach that welcomes anybody to splash and bubble)
An introduction of the tour is the site of the Blood Compact. A traditional treaty friendship ceremony performed by Spaniard Miguel Lopez de Legaspi and Filipino warrior Datu Sikatuna in a part of the Philippine History.
We stepped our next adventure to the gripping hanging bridge and overwhelming man-made forest. No worries in taking pictures in the middle of the road to highlight the astonishing trees that surround the area as automobiles take their initiative to give away to “selfies” and other photo moments.
Sipatan Twin Hanging Bridge
- Address: Loboc, Bohol
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Entrance Fee: Php 35
Man-Made Forest
- Address: Loay Interior Road, Bilar, Bohol
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Entrance Fee: Free
Discover the variety of the colorful butterflies which you could not usually come-upon with the ordinary at The Butterfly Sanctuary. Familiarize yourself in a short ovulation process through visuals, exhibit booths of preserved species with specific descriptions plus a short orientation by the local guide. Take a walk at the botanical garden exclusively made for their merry home.
Butterfly Sanctuary:
- Address: Bilar, Bohol
- Operating Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Entrance Fee: Php 30
Permission to enter the world of the rare Tarsiers. Noisy and talkative? A little sacrifice to resist, because these creatures don’t want to be disturbed in their quiet and peaceful nests. it’s really fun to watch them “snob” your photo shoot request and it really takes patience to catch the perfect timing. Although they are not “accommodating”, they are confidently harmless anyway and is a certified “cuteness overload”.
Tarsier Conservation Area
- Address: Loay Interior Road, Loboc, Bohol
- Operating Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Entrance Fee: Php 50
Stomach spasms? Hunger? Enjoy a wonderful cruise at the one and a half (1 1/2 )hour Loboc River while you luxuriate yourself with their ample buffet lunch. Comfort your hearing senses with the lovely voice of the local folk singer, best fits for the soothing river cruise. The boat will also stop for a while at a native terrain where you can have the chance to engage with the tribe, familiarize with their culture, take memorable photos for a little favor, some “tips” or anything to hand at your most convenient way. It could be a heartbreaking moment for emotional people seeing the happiness on their faces for a little feeling of recognition and appreciation. Leave them with a notable goodbye, one to give them a lasting memory.
Loboc River Cruising
- Address: Loboc, Bohol
- Operating Hours: 8:00am – 2:00pm
- Entrance Fee: Php 550 – Boat and buffet lunch
Who can let pass the Chocolate Hills? Bohol’s greatest pride. An amazing cluster of natural formations that any puzzled mind could ever wonder with earth science. An about 250 step climb to reach the peak of a perfect view is the best trek. From atop, witness the “kisses” ( a kind of chocolate) like geologically formed hills that will certainly leave a dazzling ponder in your minds. Fabulous, surprising, and stunning.
You may also want a closer encounter with The Chocolate Hills on a “muddy quad drive”, an ATV ride with a choice of one or two persons at maximum if you want to move for more adventures. Be ready for dirts. This is no time for spoiling moments and fussy attitude. (Fee: Php 500 for 30 minutes / 1,000 for one (1) hour)
Chocolate Hills
- Address: Towns of Carmen, Batuan and Sagbayan, Bohol
- Operating Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Entrance Fee: Php 50
Wait! your pouch shouldn’t be empty with “tablea”, a very famous tablet form 100% chocolate. You may dissolve it as hot as the way you want it to be and drink as just as warming as it could ever be. Or you may cook a perfect “Champorado”, a kind of a Filipino dish cooked on a loose creamy rice blended with tablea. A ten (10) piece tablea pack usually costs Php 25.00.
Have it a try!
Bohol could never be separable. One bucket collection that could be passed on from generation to generation. Not just also to conceal in keepsakes, but to count it in as one to restore.
That are really nice place to go
Yes mam. I’m sure you’ll still have a chance to see this. 🙂