"A ship is safe in harbor, but that’s not what ships are built for." – John Shedd
day tours &
shore excursions
Bohol
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DAY TOURS FOR BOHOL
❯❯ Bohol Countryside Tour + ATV Ride
❯❯ Tagbilaran City Tour
❯❯ Panglao Island Tour
❯❯ Abatan River Cruise + Fireflies Watching
❯❯ Danao Adventure Park Tour
❯❯ East Coast: Can-umantad Falls, Cadapdapan Rice Terraces & Anda Tour
❯❯ Cebu Day Tour from Bohol
AQUATIC TOURS FOR BOHOL
❯❯ Private Bohol Island Hopping Tour: Dolphin Watching + Balicasag Island + Virgin Island
❯❯ Private Bohol Island Hopping Tour: Dolphin & Whale Watching + Pamilacan Island + Balicasag Island + Virgin Island
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Day Tours for Bohol
BOHOL COUNTRYSIDE TOUR
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The Chocolate Hills are over a thousand haycock-shaped hills that, in the summer when the vegetation dies off, take on a golden-brown hue, giving them their name.
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Nocturnal by nature, Tarsiers measure around 4-5 inches with large eyes and tails longer than their bodies.
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Enjoy a delightful dining experience aboard the Loboc Loay River Cruise where lunch is served while the floating restaurant traverses the length of the jade green colored Loboc River.
PRIVATE TOUR WITH SHARED RIVER CRUISE
Tour code: OPTTAGCTR
Duration: 7-8 hours
Pick up: 8 AM
Highlights: Baclayon Church, Tarsier encounter, Python encounter, Loboc Loay River Cruise with buffet lunch, Sipatan Twin Hanging Bridge, Man-Made Mahogany Forest, Butterflies Conservation Center, Chocolate Hills
Get ready to explore the breathtaking countryside of Bohol. Our first stop: Baclayon Church. Originally built out of coral stones and cemented using the white of over millions of eggs, this church which is located facing the sea holds religious relics dating back to the early 16th century. Baclayon Church was declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines in 2010. Afterwards, prepare to meet the unofficial mascot of Philippine tourism that is the Philippine tarsier (Carlito syrichta), an endangered animal endemic to Bohol. The Tarsier species is believed to be about 45 million years old. They measure around 4-5 inches with large eyes and tails longer than their bodies. Tarsiers are nocturnal and spend their days sleeping on tree branches. This tour also allows you to come face to face with a large python. Conquer your fear with this thrilling wildlife encounter. Next, enjoy a delightful dining experience aboard the Loboc Loay River Cruise where lunch is served while the floating restaurant traverses the length of the jade green colored Loboc River, passing through lush foliage and towering trees. Watch out for the engaging cultural show performed by the local community. Afterwards we head to Sipatan Twin Hanging Bridge, a pair of suspension bridges made of bamboo, rattan, and steel cables hanging 25 meters above Sipatan River. We pass by the Man-Made Mahogany Forest, a two-kilometer stretch of dense forest seemingly guarding the road on both sides. The trees were planted by local volunteers in the middle of the last century in an effort to reverse the destruction caused by kaingin, a form of slash and burn agriculture that decimated the original forest. Then get ready to be surrounded by colorful fluttering wings at the Butterflies Conservation Center. More than just a butterfly garden, the Center aims to conserve and raise the butterfly population on the island. We also visit the famous Chocolate Hills — over a thousand haycock-shaped hills that turn into color brown during summer. A true wonder of nature and a sight to behold! Rolling tour of the Blood Compact Site, Clarin Ancestral House, Loay Backyard Industries producing handmade bolos, metalcrafts, and nipa leaves roof panels. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
IMPORTANT: As Tarsiers are usually resting during daytime, please observe silence at the Tarsier Conservation Area. Do not feed the animals and do not use flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, or cruise port
✓ Buffet lunch aboard the Loboc Loay River Cruise
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 7,248 or USD 134
4-5 persons PHP 5,668 or USD 105
6-9 persons PHP 5,468 or USD 101
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
BOHOL COUNTRYSIDE TOUR + ATV RIDE
Enjoy an epic off road experience with an ATV ride around the foot of the Chocolate Hills across vast greeneries and stunning vistas. / Mike Raquel
Cited as a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines, Baclayon Church holds religious relics dating back to the early 16th century. / Team Javalava
The vibrant town of Loay not only lives on tourism but also on metalcrafts and handicrafts.
PRIVATE TOUR WITH SHARED RIVER CRUISE
Tour code: OPTTAGCTR2
Duration: 7-8 hours
Pick up: 8 AM
Highlights: Chocolate Hills with one hour ATV ride, Man-Made Mahogany Forest, Tarsier encounter, Loboc Loay River Cruise with buffet lunch, Clarin Ancestral House, Backyard industries of Loay
Get ready to explore the breathtaking countryside of Bohol complete with the thrills of an ATV ride plus the picturesque charms of the Chocolate Hills. Pick up from your hotel then we make our way to the countryside passing by the Man-Made Mahogany Forest, a two-kilometer stretch of dense forest seemingly guarding the road on both sides. The trees were planted by local volunteers in the middle of the last century in an effort to reverse the destruction caused by kaingin, a form of slash and burn agriculture that decimated the original forest. We visit the Tarsier Conservation Area to meet the unofficial mascot of Philippine tourism that is the Philippine tarsier (Carlito syrichta), an endangered animal endemic to Bohol. The Tarsier species is believed to be about 45 million years old. They measure around 4-5 inches with large eyes and tails longer than their bodies. Tarsiers are nocturnal and spend their days sleeping on tree branches. We also visit the famous Chocolate Hills — over a thousand haycock-shaped hills that turn into color brown during summer. An epic off road experience awaits as we go on an ATV ride around the foot of the Hills across vast greeneries and stunning vistas. Next, enjoy a delightful dining experience aboard the Loboc Loay River Cruise where lunch is served while the floating restaurant traverses the length of the jade green colored Loboc River, passing through lush foliage and towering trees. Enjoy an engaging cultural show performed by the local community. Afterwards, we visit Clarin Ancestral House – the museum home of the Clarin family, a prominent family of politicians from Bohol. We then check out the backyard industries of Loay. This vibrant town not only lives on tourism but also on metalcrafts and handicrafts. Learn the laborious process of making roofing materials from dry nipa leaves and metalworking, where the practices have remained fairly unchanged since the townspeople first started. Witness the traditional way of handcrafting a slab of metal into a variety of tools and weapons, with nothing but the sweat of the artisans and their dedication towards the art. Tourists can even delight in asking for a bolo or machete of their choice to be made for them, as well as try their hand at making and designing their own! Rolling tour of Blood Compact Site and Baclayon Church. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
IMPORTANT: As Tarsiers are usually resting during daytime, please observe silence at the Tarsier Conservation Area. Do not feed the animals and do not use flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions. Please bring extra clothes in case you get muddy during the ATV ride.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, or cruise port
✓ Buffet lunch aboard the Loboc Loay River Cruise
✓ One hour ATV ride with on-site guide
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 8,858 or USD 164
4-5 persons PHP 7,928 or USD 147
6-9 persons PHP 7,728 or USD 143
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
TAGBILARAN CITY TOUR
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Many tourists who head over to Bohol to catch a glimpse of the Chocolate Hills end up discovering that the province is a treasure trove of countless natural and cultural charms. / Team Javalava
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Saint Joseph the Worker Cathedral is a Neo-Romanesque architectural gem dedicated to Saint Joseph, the patron saint of Bohol. / Benedict Mary Ambos
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTTAGCTY
Duration: 3 hours
Pick up: 8 AM
Highlights: Provincial Capitol, Saint Joseph the Worker Cathedral, National Museum Bohol, Dao Central Market, Island City Mall, Governor’s Mansion, Sitio Ubos
As the capital of Bohol, Tagbilaran City holds countless historical and cultural wonders waiting to be discovered. We visit Saint Joseph the Worker Cathedral, a Neo-Romanesque architectural gem dedicated to Saint Joseph, the patron saint of Bohol. We also check out National Museum Bohol which holds excavations from around the island and exhibits on the restoration of centuries-old churches after the 2013 earthquake. There is also an exhibit on the works of Bohol’s pride and National Artist for Sculpture Napoleon Abueva. We then proceed to Sitio Ubos, a 1.7 hectare historic town with a unique ensemble of 19th century Bahay na Bato (Spanish colonial stone house) waiting for restoration. Lastly, enjoy souvenir shopping and observe the city’s vibrant trade and commerce at Dao Central Market and Island City Mall. Other stops include The Provincial Capitol and Governor’s Mansion.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, or cruise port
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 4,078 or USD 76
4-5 persons PHP 2,658 or USD 49
6-9 persons PHP 2,498 or USD 46
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
PANGLAO ISLAND TOUR
Hinagdanan Cave was accidentally discovered by a farmer who, while clearing his land, found two holes. Curious, he dropped a stone and heard a splash. He later built a ladder (hagdan) and was able to access the cave and its hidden beauty, thus the origin of the name Hinagdanan. / Pinayflyinghigh.com
Erected in 1851, the five-story hexagon-shaped Panglao Watchtower is the tallest watchtower built during the Spanish colonial period.
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTTAGPAN
Duration: 4 hours
Pick up: 8 AM
Highlights: Hinagdanan Cave, Bohol Bee Farm, Dauis Church, Panglao Church & Watchtower, Nova Shell Museum, Lunch
Panglao Island is home to many natural and historical wonders. We visit the 18th century Dauis Church and Panglao Church & Watchtower, believed to be the tallest of its kind in the Philippines. Check out a wide variety of shells at Nova Shell Museum including two kinds which were discovered along the pristine shores of Panglao Island… Busa quirihoria and Primovula horai which were named after the founder of the museum, Mr. Quirino Hora. Prepare to explore Hinagdanan Cave, a karst limestone cave which leads to a large underground cavern that features a natural pool. Enjoy swimming in the freshwater lagoon around 10-12 meters deep while marveling at the naturally formed stalactites above. We also visit Bohol Bee Farm, a haven for organic food farming and a top producer of honey in the region. From its roots as a simple bee farm showcase and demo farm for organic farming, Bohol Bee Farm has blossomed into one of the must-visit destinations in Bohol. The bees on Panglao play an important role in the ecosystem as well as in agriculture. Helping corn and mango farmers, the busy bees pollinate the abundant mango trees, buzz nectar back to the farm on the next scheduled flight, and happily make honey. Bottled honey and locally made handicrafts can be purchased as souvenirs.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, or cruise port
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 5,888 or USD 109
4-5 persons PHP 4,488 or USD 83
6-9 persons PHP 4,328 or USD 80
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
ABATAN RIVER CRUISE + FIREFLIES WATCHING
Hop on a traditional Bandong boat and watch fireflies twinkle in the trees along Abatan River.
Abatan River is one of the three main rivers of Bohol. It used to be the main thoroughfare when the roads were still undeveloped.
PRIVATE TOUR WITH SHARED RIVER CRUISE
Tour code: OPTTAGFYR
Duration: 3 hours
Pick up: 5:30 PM
Highlights: Abatan River Cruise, Fireflies watching, Dinner at Bohol Bee Farm
This evening tour begins with a gourmet organic dinner at Bohol Bee Farm. After dinner, get ready to explore one of the major river systems on Bohol. Located only 10 minutes away from Tagbilaran City is a river rich in both biodiversity and culture. Abatan River is best explored on a traditional Bandong boat. Get ready for a unique adventure close to nature as we explore the river and its mangrove swamps. Keep a lookout for local and migratory birds and watch colonies of bioluminescent fireflies glimmering in synchronized rhythm throughout the night sky. A truly magical evening on the Abatan River, this experience is not to be missed. This hour-long tour will take you slowly up the graceful Abatan River through its twists and bends. Tour times: 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM, and lastly 8:30 PM every night.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, or cruise port
✓ Abatan River cruise with fireflies watching experience
✓ Organic set dinner at Bohol Bee Farm
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 8,268 or USD 153
4-5 persons PHP 6,228 or USD 115
6-9 persons PHP 6,058 or USD 112
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
DANAO ADVENTURE PARK TOUR
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Danao Adventure Park's Sky Ride offers both excitement and the opportunity for spectacular views all at once.
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTTAGEAT
Duration: 9 hours
Pick up: 7 AM
Highlights: Extreme adventure activities at Danao Adventure Park, Lunch
Tired of the usual activities and looking for an adrenaline rush? Worry not because Danao Adventure Park will blow your mind! Located on the central part of Bohol, Danao offers unique and exhilarating activities set amidst verdant valleys framed by the majestic expanse of mountain ranges. This ecotourism destination is guaranteed to please those who love the real thrill of adventure travel. The site was once a hideout and base camp for the revered Boholano hero Francisco Dagohoy, who led the longest Philippine Revolutionary Movement in the 18th century. Danao Adventure Park is situated 72 kilometers from Tagbilaran, with approximately two hours travel time.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, or cruise port
✓ Admission to Danao Adventure Park with two activities (The Plunge, Zipline, or Giant Swing)
✓ Safety gear
✓ Access to shower room
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 9,238 or USD 171
4-5 persons PHP 7,318 or USD 136
6-9 persons PHP 7,118 or USD 132
Participants must be 11 years old and up. Same rate as adult.
EAST COAST: CAN-UMANTAD FALLS,
CADAPDAPAN RICE TERRACES & ANDA TOUR
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Can-umantad Falls is the tallest waterfall in Bohol. Its name was derived from its height (can-uman or 60) since it is 60 feet high.
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A huge part of Candijay is covered with uneven terrain so the townsfolk created the Cadapdapan Rice Terraces to enable farming in the area.
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTTAGEST
Duration: 12 hours
Pick up: 6 AM
Highlights: Can-umantad Falls, Cadapdapan Rice Terraces, Quinale Beach, Lamanoc Island & Cave, Stone Age hematite paintings, Boat coffins, Snorkeling in the giant clams sanctuary
Discover the diverse natural and historical treasures found on the east coast of Bohol on this day tour that features amazing landscapes, underwater delights, and more. We depart from the hotel in the morning and traverse scenic countryside roads on the way to the town of Candijay. Our first stop… the majestic Can-umantad Falls, where we enjoy swimming in the waters of the tallest waterfall on the island. Afterwards we proceed to Cadapdapan Rice Terraces, one of the most captivating places in this rice-producing town. The Terraces cover a few hectares of the mountain slopes and are irrigated by the waters of Cadapdapan River, the same river system that flows down to Can-umantad Falls. We then proceed to Quinale Beach where lunch will be served. Afterwards we travel by boat to the uninhabited Lamanoc Island. Since pre-colonial times, this area has been revered as a sacred place where local priests and medicine men, called baylan or tambalan, made their offerings to nature spirits or diwata who were believed to reside here. Most of the caves here served as burial places containing dozens of lungon or wooden boat coffins, so called because they were carved from a dugout log, similar to the way boats were made. The wooden coffins were used for primary burials, alongside there are clay jars which were used for secondary and multiple burials. Found in another rock shelter are prehistoric abstract paintings created by smearing hematite (red iron oxide) mineral pigment by hand on the limestone walls, an ancient practice believed to venerate the dead. Another curiosity is a giant clam shell embedded in one of the rocks, proving that the rocks were once submerged in water. We spend the remaining time snorkeling in the lush coral garden and giant clams sanctuary. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
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The caves of Lamanoc Island hold historical treasures like boat coffins, ancient hematite paintings, and a fossilized giant clam.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, or cruise port
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Paddle boat, livevest
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 8,598 or USD 159
4-5 persons PHP 6,808 or USD 126
6-9 persons PHP 6,608 or USD 122
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
CEBU DAY TOUR FROM BOHOL
Cebu's Basilica Minore del Santo Niño houses the country’s oldest Catholic relic… the Santo Niño de Cebu, a gift of Ferdinand Magellan and Father Pedro de Valderrama to the wife of Rajah Humabon of Cebu upon their arrival in the Philippines in 1521.
Completed in December 2000 by artist Eduardo Castrillo, the Heritage of Cebu Monument is a tableau of sculptures made of concrete, bronze, brass, and steel depicting important segments of the history of Cebu.
PRIVATE TOUR WITH SHARED FERRY TRANSFERS
Tour code: OPTTAGCEB
Duration: 6 hours + 2 hours ferry per way
Pick up: 6 AM
Highlights: Mactan Shrine & Lapu-Lapu Monument, Alegre Guitar Factory, Taoist Temple, Heritage of Cebu Monument, Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House, Magellan’s Cross, Basilica del Santo Niño, Lunch
Discover Cebu, the Queen City of the South, via two hour ferry ride from Bohol. Explore Cebu’s rich historic past as we visit Mactan Shrine, the site of the Battle of Mactan that witnessed the death of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in the hands of Mactan chieftain Lapu-Lapu on April 27, 1521. Visit the Alegre Guitar Factory, a pioneer in the guitar manufacturing business, which features guitars made from indigenous wood and shell ornaments. Witness an actual guitar-making process of an export-quality product from Cebu. We then proceed to Basilica Minore del Santo Niño which houses the country’s oldest Catholic relic… the Santo Niño de Cebu, a gift of Ferdinand Magellan and Father Pedro de Valderrama to the wife of Rajah Humabon of Cebu upon their arrival in the Philippines in 1521. Other stops include Magellan’s Cross, Heritage of Cebu Monument, Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House, and the multi-tiered Taoist Temple which stands on top of a small hill at an elevation of 300 meters above sea level. Rolling tour of Colon Street, Fuente Osmeña Circle, and Cebu Provincial Capitol. OceanJet ferry departs from Tagbilaran Bohol at 7 AM, return ferry trip departs from Cebu at 4:20 PM.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ All land transfers in Bohol & Cebu including hotel pick up and drop off
✓ Roundtrip Bohol-Cebu-Bohol ferry tickets based on tourist class
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Cebu Pier terminal fee PHP 25 per person
✗ Tagbilaran Port PHP 25 per person
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 12,818 or USD 237
4-5 persons PHP 10,068 or USD 186
6-9 persons PHP 8,758 or USD 162
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
Aquatic Tours for Bohol
PRIVATE BOHOL ISLAND HOPPING TOUR: DOLPHIN WATCHING + BALICASAG ISLAND + VIRGIN ISLAND
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Bohol is a haven to more than 11 species of dolphins and whales, including the Bottlenose dolphin, Risso’s dolphin, Bryde's whale, and Sperm whale.
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Balicasag Island is a small, round island offering a stunning display of marine diversity and undisturbed nature./ Team Javalava
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Virgin Island hosts pop-up seafood bars selling freshly caught sea creatures like this Spider conch snail. / Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTTAGISL
Duration: 7 hours
Pick up: 6 AM
Highlights: Dolphin Watching, Snorkeling & Swimming with Sea turtles at Balicasag Island, Virgin Island, Lunch
See two of Bohol’s famous islands and experience memorable wildlife encounters with this delightful island hopping tour. Pick up from your hotel then proceed to Panglao Jetty Port where a boat is waiting to take us for a day of exploration out at sea. Bohol is a haven to more than 11 species of dolphins and whales, including the Bottlenose dolphin, Risso’s dolphin, Bryde's whale, and Sperm whale. The best time to see these amazing creatures is in the morning, hours just after sunrise. A highly skilled spotter will be joining this tour to increase the chance of spotting the animals. Since dolphins are naturally curious, they enjoy chasing the boats. Pods of dolphins may play around the boat, leaping out of the water, sometimes for up to an hour. Enjoy a giddying natural high with this one of a kind encounter. Afterwards, we proceed to Balicasag Island, a tiny island ringed by a reef that drops away to impressive submarine cliffs as deep as 50 meters. After lunch, enjoy swimming and snorkeling amidst the lush coral gardens while spotting marine animals like Trevally, Barracuda, Wrasse, and the adorable Pawikan (Sea turtle). The Philippines is home to 5 of the 7 sea turtle species in the world: Green turtle, Hawksbill turtle, Loggerhead turtle, Leatherback turtle, and Olive ridley turtle. At Balicasag Island, we were likely to see two species of sea turtle in particular – the Green turtle and the Hawksbill turtle. The Green turtle is named for the color of its body fat, which has a green hue. Known as herbivores that feed on algae and seagrasses, they are the second largest species after the Leatherback turtle. The Hawksbill turtle, on the other hand, feeds on sponges and soft corals. Its distinguishing feature is its narrow head and pointed beak. Afterwards, we navigate to Virgin Island where we can relax on its white sandbar surrounded by shallow waters. Here we will also find pop-up seafood bars selling freshly caught Sea urchin, Spider conch snail, Abalone, and Sea cucumber which can be purchased on your own account. After the island hopping tour, transfer back to the Jetty Port then back to your hotel.
Dolphin watching is a daily natural attraction. Make sure to bring swimming clothes, extra dry clothes, hiking sandals or aqua shoes, beach towel, hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, underwater camera or GoPro, and waterproof bag. This is a private tour and comes with a private boat to ensure your utmost enjoyment.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with hotel pick up and drop off
✓ Picnic lunch, drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Pumpboat, lifevest
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 5,848 or USD 108
4-5 persons PHP 4,518 or USD 84
6-9 persons PHP 4,318 or USD 80
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
PRIVATE BOHOL ISLAND HOPPING TOUR:
DOLPHIN & WHALE WATCHING + PAMILACAN ISLAND + BALICASAG ISLAND + VIRGIN ISLAND
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A popular diving spot, Balicasag Island is a tiny island ringed by a reef that drops away to impressive submarine cliffs as deep as 50 meters.
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Go snorkeling around Balicasag Island amidst lush coral gardens while spotting marine animals like Trevally, Barracuda, Wrasse, and the adorable Pawikan (Sea turtle).
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PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTTAGISL2
Duration: 12 hours
Pick up: 5:30 AM
Highlights: Dolphin & whale watching, Village tour at Pamilacan Island, Snorkeling & swimming with Sea turtles at Balicasag Island, Virgin Island, Lunch
Explore Bohol’s divine neighboring islands and experience memorable wildlife encounters with this delightful island hopping tour. Pick up from your hotel then proceed to Baclayon Pier where a boat is waiting to take us for a day of exploration out at sea. Bohol is a haven to more than 11 species of dolphins and whales, including the Bottlenose dolphin, Risso’s dolphin, Bryde's whale, and Sperm whale. The best time to see these amazing creatures is in the morning, hours just after sunrise. A highly skilled spotter will be joining this tour to increase the chance of spotting the animals. Since dolphins are naturally curious, they enjoy chasing the boats. Pods of dolphins may play around the boat, leaping out of the water, sometimes for up to an hour. Experience a giddying natural high with this one of a kind encounter. Afterwards, we proceed to Pamilacan Island, a coral island with fossilized seashells preserved on its rocky hills. Enjoy a village tour including a visit to the 200 year old Spanish Port then enjoy picnic lunch on the beach. Next, we proceed to Balicasag Island, a tiny island ringed by a reef that drops away to impressive submarine cliffs as deep as 50 meters. Enjoy swimming and snorkeling amidst the lush coral gardens while spotting marine animals like Trevally, Barracuda, Wrasse, and the adorable Pawikan (Sea turtle). The Philippines is home to 5 of the 7 sea turtle species in the world: Green turtle, Hawksbill turtle, Loggerhead turtle, Leatherback turtle, and Olive ridley turtle. At Balicasag Island, we were likely to see two species of sea turtle in particular – the Green turtle and the Hawksbill turtle. The Green turtle is named for the color of its body fat, which has a green hue. Known as herbivores that feed on algae and seagrasses, they are the second largest species after the Leatherback turtle. The Hawksbill turtle, on the other hand, feeds on sponges and soft corals. Its distinguishing feature is its narrow head and pointed beak. Afterwards, we navigate to Virgin Island where we can relax on its white sandbar surrounded by shallow waters. Here we will also find pop-up seafood bars selling freshly caught Sea urchin, Spider conch snail, Abalone, and Sea cucumber which can be purchased on your own account. After the island hopping tour, transfer to the Jetty Port then back to your hotel.
Dolphin watching is a daily natural attraction. On the other hand, whale sightings cannot be guaranteed on every tour but lucky ones have a chance to see whales during the months of March, April, May, and June. Make sure to bring swimming clothes, extra dry clothes, hiking sandals or aqua shoes, beach towel, hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, underwater camera or GoPro, and waterproof bag. This is a private tour and comes with a private boat to ensure your utmost enjoyment.
Virgin Island's main draw is a lengthy sandbar surrounded by shallow, calm waters. / Team Javalava
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with hotel pick up and drop off
✓ Picnic lunch, drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Pumpboat, lifevest
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 10,428 or USD 193
4-5 persons PHP 7,928 or USD 147
6-9 persons PHP 7,728 or USD 143
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
Airport Transfers for Bohol
BOHOL AIRPORT & SEAPORT TRANSFERS
PRIVATE TRANSFERS
Tour code: OPTACTTAGTRN
Kickstart your Bohol holiday in style and absolute comfort by booking your airport or seaport transfers ahead of time. Our modern fleet partnered with our courteous drivers will ensure safe and timely transfer from the airport or seaport to your hotel in Tagbilaran or Panglao and vice versa.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Seamless private transfers from the airport or seaport to your hotel & vice versa
✓ Fuel
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking driver
✗ Optional tour guide from PHP 1,000 and up
RATES PER UNIT PER WAY
Car PHP 1,500 or USD 28 per unit
Van PHP 2,000 or USD 37 per unit
Maximum 2 persons per car, 6-8 persons per van depending on the quantity and size of luggage.
