Adventures in BOHOL
- jhen gutierrez
- Mar 2, 2019
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 16, 2019
Home to unusual geological formations, the notable Chocolate Hills, there is much to experience in Bohol like no other place caters. If you're an all-around-thrill-seeking adventurer, then Bohol is the place to be. Keep browsing to know why.
Disclaimer: Prices mentioned in this blog may vary from the date of the trip.
We arrived around 1pm at Tagbilaran, went to Island City Mall for money exchange and had lunch @ Prawn Farm Grill and Seafood located on the upper ground floor.
We arranged a pick up service thru Villa Kasadya beforehand to drive us to Panglao.
After check in, we were briefly oriented about tours and sights and so we decided to roam around Panglao on a motorcycle to check nearby places like century old churches and waited for the sun to set at Bellevue while sipping a fresh coconut juice.
Motorcycle rental is $10/day (price may vary).
Universal check in time in any forms of hotel is 2-3pm. From Manila take the flight to Tagbilaran, Bohol. Most of the white beaches are located in Panglao which is around 45 minutes from Tagbilaran. Panglao International airport construction is ongoing so sooner or later flights may be directly to and from Panglao .Check out skyscanner.com for flights and bookings.
There are a lot of nice hotels in Panglao. Some of are Eskaya, Amorita and Bellevue.
We decided to go tor a less crowded, cozy, Villa Kasadya.
Check out http://villakasadya.com/ or https://www.agoda.com for reasonable prices.
Just go for a walk on the beach side and there you can find island hopping tour agents or you may arrange a customized tour from your hotel.
Island hopping tours include:
Pamilacan Island Whale and Dolphin Watching - you have to leave by 6am to catch the dolphins swimming and feeding on the surface while the water was still cool.
Balicasag Island- here you can enjoy awesome snorkeling with sea turtles
Virgin Island - a lengthy sandbar that curls and fades into the sea. Grab the opportunity to take pictures before high tide.
City tour was arrange by the hotel. Toyota innova with a driver at $50 for 2pax on a whole day 9-4pm journey. Sights include:
ATV (All Train Vehicle) Tour - an hour trip for $20, roam around every Chocolate Hill while navigating the ATV. Should be ready for the sun's heat while on this tour.
Bilar Manmade Forest - established in the mid-20th century, this forest features mahogany trees, trails & viewing decks.
Butterfly Farm- houses butterfly garden and a restaurant in Bilar, Bohol; it aims to protect the butterfly population through breeding and plant research.Entrance fee is $2.
Loboc River Cruise - get on board a floating restaurant and enjoy a lunch buffet for $12
Check out https://lobocriverwatch.com/ for videos and other infos.
Loboc Adventure Park - if you long for some adrenaline rush go take the zipline. Full-wrap lying belly-down, the entire zip course takes you above forested mountain slopes crossing Loboc River.
You may opt for a cable car on your way back. This adventure costs $12 including 2 hard copies and candid shots on CD.
Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary - home to the smallest primate, Tarsier, this habitat aims to conserve species that can only be found now in some islands of Southeast Asia
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