"A ship is safe in harbor, but that’s not what ships are built for." – John Shedd
day tours & activities
Davao & Samal
Baboy-Dagat (Dugong)
DAVAO CITY TOUR
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTDVOCTY
Duration: 8-10 hours
Pick up: 8 AM
Highlights: Poblacion Market, Lon Wa Buddhist Temple, Museo Dabawenyo, Apo ni Lola Durian Delicacies, Davao Crocodile Park, Jack’s Ridge, Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague, Lunch
Discover the multi-cultural metropolis of Davao – the Philippines’ largest city, the culinary, cultural, economic, and commercial capital of the South. We begin the day with some retail therapy because… why not? Poblacion Market is the ideal place to hunt for the perfect handicrafts, delicacies, textiles, and souvenirs from Davao and from around the region. Afterwards we drive by Davao City Hall and People’s Park on the way to Lon Wa Buddhist Temple. Prepare to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Buddhism in the largest temple on the island of Mindanao. Next we navigate to Museo Dabawenyo. Featuring galleries, tableaus, and artifacts, the museum offers a glimpse into the past of this continuously evolving city and its people. No trip to Davao is complete without having a taste of Durian, dubbed “The King of Fruits.” Not Durian season? Worry not! Apo ni Lola Durian Delicacies offers Durian treats all year round and is home to everything Durian from Durian pastries, Durian candies, Durian ice cream, and so much more. We also drop by Davao Crocodile Park, home to the Philippine's largest Crocodile in captive – Pangil, a robust 18-feet Saltwater crocodile. Aside from Crocodiles, the Park is also home to more than 50 different animals. Watch out for the Animal Got Talent Show and decide afterwards if the Orangutan, Python, Siberian Tiger, Parrot, or the Crocodile is the most talented. Afterwards we navigate to Jack's Ridge, once the location of the headquarters of the retreating Japanese forces towards the end of World War II. Here we can enjoy a commanding view of Davao City and Davao Gulf. We check out the nearby Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague then make our way back downtown. Explore. Relax. Repeat! Make that your mantra when visiting Davao.
Museo Dabawenyo is close on Sundays.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, sea port, or bus terminal
✓ Admission fees
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 7,508 or USD 139
4-5 persons PHP 4,808 or USD 89
6-9 persons PHP 3,858 or USD 71
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
DAVAO COUNTRYSIDE TOUR
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTDVOCTR
Duration: 8-10 hours
Pick up: 9 AM
Highlights: Philippine Eagle Sanctuary, Buffet lunch at Eden Nature Park, Malagos Garden, Malagos Chocolate Museum, Jack’s Ridge, Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague
Discover Davao’s delightful countryside with this full day tour that’s set to reinvigorate with refreshing views and remarkable wildlife encounters. Meet the national bird of the Philippines at the Philippine Eagle Sanctuary. The Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) is a giant bird of prey that can only be found only in the Philippines. It is one of the largest and most powerful among forest raptors. It is critically endangered with an estimated 400 pairs left in the wild. Learn more about the conservation efforts for these powerful birds of prey. Next we proceed to Eden Nature Park where buffet lunch will be served as we enjoy an authentic mountain experience that will surely delight nature-lovers. We also visit Malagos Garden and Malagos Chocolate Museum where we learn about the process of producing Davao’s pride, Malagos Chocolate… from ethically grown Puentespina cacao beans harvested in the foothills of Mount Talomo to export-quality, world-class, smooth chocolate that melts in your mouth. Puentespina Cacao Farm has been designated a producer of Heirloom Cacao, one of only 16 farms to be named as such, and its beans have been named one of the Top 50 Cacao Beans in the World at the 2017 edition of the Cocoa of Excellence Programme in France. Afterwards we navigate to Jack's Ridge, once the location of the headquarters of the retreating Japanese forces towards the end of World War II. Here we can enjoy a commanding view of Davao City and Davao Gulf. We also check out the nearby Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague. Nature meets adventure. Experience it all in Davao!
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, sea port, or bus terminal
✓ Admission fees
✓ Buffet lunch and shuttle tour at Eden Nature Park
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Optional activities at Eden Nature Park (SkyRider, SkyCycle, SkySwing, SkyWheel, Horseback Riding, Indiana Jones Ride)
✗ Optional chocolate making activity at Malagos Chocolate Museum
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 10,128 or USD 188
4-5 persons PHP 7,358 or USD 136
6-9 persons PHP 6,108 or USD 113
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
Day Tours for Samal Island
SAMAL ISLAND HOPPING TOUR FROM DAVAO
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTDVOISL
Duration: 9 hours
Pick up: 7 AM
Highlights: Starfish Sanctuary, Wishing Island, Coral Garden, Kaputian Beach, Sabang Cliff, Dayang Beach, Lunch
With its pristine beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant marine life, the Island Garden City of Samal offers a relaxing escape from Davao’s urban energy. Book this island hopping tour and swim your worries away! The tour starts with hotel pick up in the morning then transfer to Sta. Ana Wharf where we will board a pumpboat to take us to our island adventures. Discover the underrated charms of Wishing Island. Unleash your fearless side at Sabang Cliff and jump off from the 40-feet diving spot into the dazzling blue waters. Forget time at Kaputian Beach and Dayang Beach. Go snorkeling at the Coral Garden and discover a wide array of marine life. We also check out Starfish Sanctuary where we can find groups of starfish congregating in the shallow waters. After a fun day under the sun, transfer back to your hotel.
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 for the island hopping tour. The island hopping tour is private and comes with a private boat to ensure your utmost enjoyment. Island hopping itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions, rise & fall of tides.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, sea port, or bus terminal
✓ Admission fees
✓ Picnic lunch, fresh fruits, drinking water
✓ 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 23,678 or USD 438
4-5 persons PHP 12,428 or USD 230
6-9 persons PHP 8,608 or USD 159
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
SAMAL ISLAND HOPPING TOUR WITH ISLA RETA FROM DAVAO
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTDVOISL2
Duration: 9 hours
Pick up: 7 AM
Highlights: Wishing Island, Sabang Cliff, Isla Reta, Coral Garden, Giant Clams Sanctuary, Lunch
With its pristine beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant marine life, the Island Garden City of Samal offers a relaxing escape from Davao’s urban energy. Book this island hopping tour and swim your worries away! The tour starts with hotel pick up in the morning then transfer to Sta. Ana Wharf where we will board a pumpboat to take us to our island adventures. Discover the underrated charms of Wishing Island. Unleash your fearless side at Sabang Cliff and jump off from the 40-feet diving spot into the dazzling blue waters. Swim and unwind at Isla Reta, famous for its long stretch of white sand beach and crystal clear waters. Go snorkeling at the Coral Garden and discover a wide array of marine life. We also check out the Giant Clams Sanctuary. Protected by the Davao del Norte State College, the Giant Clams Sanctuary is where we can swim with hundreds of clams of different sizes and colors, arranged in neat rows on the sandy bed. Enjoy this once in a lifetime chance to get up close with endangered clams.
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 for the island hopping tour. The island hopping tour is private and comes with a private boat to ensure your utmost enjoyment. Island hopping itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions, rise & fall of tides.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, sea port, or bus terminal
✓ Admission fees
✓ Picnic lunch, fresh fruits, drinking water
✓ 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 21,778 or USD 403
4-5 persons PHP 12,228 or USD 226
6-9 persons PHP 8,998 or USD 167
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
SAMAL ISLAND TOUR FROM DAVAO
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTDVOSML
Duration: 10 hours
Pick up: 7 AM
Highlights: Hagimit Falls, Samal Mango Haven, Kawa hot bath, Monfort Bat Sanctuary, Vanishing Island, Lunch
Samal is known as the “Island Garden City.” With a pristine and calm environment offering white sand beaches and clear aquamarine waters, it presents a stark contrast to Davao’s metropolitan vibe — while sitting just a few minutes away from it by ferry. We begin the tour with a visit to Hagimit Falls, an oasis for swimming and relaxation surrounded by lush greeneries. Afterwards we navigate to Samal Mango Haven. Here you can unwind in a hammock amidst verdant Mango trees or take a dip in a Kawa hot bath while enjoying a beautiful view overlooking the sea. Relaxation goals unlocked! Enjoy a delightful lunch paired with a dessert of Mango ice cream. After lunch, we continue the tour to Monfort Bat Sanctuary. This bat cave is listed by the Guinness World Records as the largest single bat colony of its type in the world. Monfort Bat Sanctuary is home to around 2.3 million Geoffroy’s Rousette Fruit Bat (Rousetteus amplexicaudatus), which makes it a great experience for nature lovers particularly when the bats leave at dusk. Afterwards we hop on a boat and head to Vanishing Island. Forget time as you enjoy the crystal clear waters and calm sea breeze on this immaculate sandbar.
Hagimit Falls is currently close to the public.
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.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, sea port, or bus terminal
✓ Admission fees, barge fees
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Kawa hot bath experience (30 minutes)
✓ 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 10,128 or USD 188
4-5 persons PHP 6,828 or USD 126
6-9 persons PHP 5,658 or USD 105
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
