These popular and beautiful spots must be in your Bohol trip itinerary to fully enjoy this place at its finest.
The Philippines is an archipelago consisting of over 7,000 islands. There’s always a lot to choose from but one place that many people would always want to go back to or to go to if one is a first-timer is Bohol. This place is a home of Chocolate Hills and tarsiers. But there’s a lot more than these two things. Check out what you should include in your itinerary below!
Bohol Travel Guide: What Are The Best Places For First Timers
Here are some details about Bohol Travel and the best places and spots to discover here.
If you are in for a Bohol travel, as a first-timer or not, these are the places and spots you gotta see in order to fully enjoy your vacation.
The home to the famous and scenic Chocolate Hills is the province of Bohol. This place is something first-time travelers should not miss in the Philippines. Apart from the Chocolate Hills, you may also enjoy other things like the beaches, a river cruise, unique attractions, and thrilling adventures.
The Chocolate Hills suffered from massive damage due to an earthquake that happened many years ago but it’s great that despite the damages, the place has recovered.
Not much has been said yet but here are the places you must visit to understand why Bohol is definitely a buzzworthy destination.
In terms of accommodation, this place pretty much has all types since this is a prime tourist destination. You can choose whether you want to stay in beach resorts and hotels, budget-friendly inns, or vacation rentals. Bohol has 4-star and 5-star beach resorts and hotels that will address your need for comfort and luxury stays equipped with top facilities and amenities.
Among the top beaches visited by many include Panglao Island, Alona Beach, and Dumaluan Beach.
If you are a first-timer of this destination, these are some of the spots and activities you need to see and do:
- Witness the majestic Chocolate Hills.
- You should see Panglao Island and Hinagdanan Cave. The cave is a naturally lit cavern that has a deep lagoon with clear waters.
- See the tarsiers up close! Of course, among the attractions of Bohol are the tarsiers. You may visit the Tarsier Sanctuary in Corella to these cute nocturnal animals personally. However, visitors are not allowed to make loud noises or touch them. Taking pictures with flashes are also prohibited.
- Discover more about Bohol through the famous river cruise in Loboc. This cruise lasts for an hour and the entire cruise will surely stun you with its clean and green river surrounded by hundreds of coconut trees.
- You should also not miss the mad-made forest. The Bilar Man-Made Forest is a two-kilometer forest and on either side of the road was planted heavily with Mahogany trees. The shades the trees make create a magical scene and this spot is also a good spot for photos.
- Visit the Baclayon Church, one of its beautiful heritage churches. You may also go to others such as St. Joseph Cathedral in Tagbilaran City, Church of the Immaculate Conception in Baclayon, Santa Monica Church in Albuquerque, San Nicolas de Tolentino Church in Dimiao, Holy Trinity Church in Loay, and Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Dauis.
- Pamilacan Island and Balicasag Island are must-see spots when island hopping. Pamilacan is a great place for activities like snorkeling, dolphin-watching, and whale-watching. Balicasag is famous for its sea turtle watching and underwater attractions.
- In terms of foods and delicacies, you should spare some time to try Peanut Kisses and Kalamay.Â
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