TTA Logo
Registered member of the Travel Trust Association. More...
Header

Mabuhay! (Welcome)

Home Page


The Philippines

About The Philippines...


Great Destinations!

Main Destinations Summary...

Manila & South Luzon
Banaue, Baguio & Ilocos
Batanes Islands
Bohol
Boracay
Cebu, Mactan, Olango Island
Mindanao, Davao & Samal Island
Palawan, El Nido & Calamianes
Puerto Galera & Mindoro

Further Destinations...


Holiday Suggestions

Suggested Itineraries...


Beautiful Beaches

The Best Sandy Beaches...
Our Dedicated Boracay Website...


Nature & Wildlife

Birdwatching
Other Wildlife
Volcanoes


Sport & Adventure

Golfing Holidays
Learn to Sail
Motorcycle Tour
Surfing & Other Watersports
Trekking, Climbing


Diving Holidays

Diving Destinations
Liveaboard Diving Cruises


Eco Tours

Ecotourism Destinations
Batanes Island Group
Donsol Eco-Tours


Cruising Holidays

Cruising with Costa Cruises


Hi-Luxury Holidays

Pamalican Private Island


Luxury Spa

The Farm Resort, Batangas


Accommodation

Hotel Accommodation
Villas & Apartments


Other Far East Tours

FarEastTrails.com


Booking Your Holiday

Booking Your Holiday
Holiday Advice & Insurance
Terms & Conditions


Flights & Transfers

InformationBook Flights


Retiring to the Philippines

Retirement Information


Philippines For Business

Outsourcing to the Philippines
Setting Up in the Philippines


Travel Shop

Books, Maps & Much More
(Powered by Amazon)


About Us

Philippine Trails Ltd
Travel Trust Association


Travel Agents...


Latest News & Views

Blog
Our Blog...
Twitter
Follow Us on Twitter...

We're proud to support

Kiva - loans that change lives


We have absoletely no hesitation in recommending this superb little pocket guide to The Philippines


Website Designed by Nigel Sutherland Designs Ltd.


Alona Beach, Panglao Island, Bohol
Bohol Alona Beach

Beautiful Bohol

Surrounded by beautiful tropical beaches and coral reefs, Bohol is famous for its Chocolate Hills and the Tarsier monkey, the smallest primate in the world.

Bohol's beautiful countryside
Chocolate Hills

Take a cruise on the Loboc river, enjoy Scuba-Diving, or go Dolphin and Whale-Watching with a trip to the coral island of Pamilican to view these wonderful creatures in their natural habitat, plus much more.


Panglao Island

Panglao island has Bohol's best sandy beaches, the most well known being Alona Beach. This is a quieter alternative to Boracay island, although there are still bars, restaurants, and watersports activities. This beautiful stretch of sand also has many crewed boats available for hire, either for diving, or just for a relaxing excursion out to sea.

Bohol in a nutshell is a little bit of Cebu, Palawan and Boracay rolled into one - Cebu for its rich history and Spanish heritage; Palawan for its lush flora and unusal fauna; and Boracay for its white sandy beaches and resort atmosphere. But make no mistake - Bohol has a unique local flavour unseen in any other part of the Philippines. Throw these all into the mix, and you have one great holiday destination.


Bohol's famous Chocolate Hills
Chocolate Hills

The Chocolate Hills

The Chocolate Hills are one of Bohol's most famous landmarks, and look like giant mole hills. Indeed, they are one of the most important visitor attractions in the whole of the Philippines. They are very uniform in shape and mostly between 30 and 50 meters high. They are covered with grass, which, at the end of the dry season, turns chocolate brown, from which they derive their name.

A tour through the countryside around the Chocolate Hills is a visual treat, and there are several commercial sites set up to give you the best views. The unusual features seem to go on for miles, and they can be seen over much of this lovely island.


The TarsierThe Tarsier

The Philippine Tarsier is one of the smallest known primates, and is mostly active at night, living on a diet of insects.

Although it is a protected species, it is still threatened by the destruction of its natural forest habitat, which has reduced the tarsier population to a dangerously small size.

You can visit the tarsier at the Philippine Tarsier Foundation, to see it in its natural habitat.

Bird enthusiasts should visit the Rajah Sikatuna National Park, near the town of Bilar, where numerous bird species can be sighted.


The Loboc River

Hanging Bridge, Bohol
Hanging Bridge, Bohol

A trip to Bohol wouldn't be complete without a cruise on the Loboc River, complete with unique entertainment from the musicians and dancers, involving large bamboo poles, and ukeleles!

See the Hanging Bridge, which you can cross if you like. Enjoy a meal on a floating restaurant. Get close to the picturesque waterfalls with their fine mists of water vapour.

And keep an eye out for the dazzling colours of the kingfishers, perched above the river, amidst the verdant forests that surround.

Bohol has a number of beautiful waterfalls dotted around the island, some known only to locals, but well worth a visit.

mapPlanning Your Tour - Allow at least 3 nights


You'll be met at the airport, or pier, and transferred to the resort.

Enjoy a Bohol Countryside Tour, including the Chocolate Hills, Loboc River, Hanging Bridge etc.

Take time snorkeling or relaxing on Alona Beach, Panglao Island.

As part of a tour, Bohol links well with: Cebu, Negros, & Manila


Bohol Map

Download Brochures

Main Bohol Brochure...

Bohol Attractions Brochure...

Bohol Diving Brochure...

Brochures courtesy of Philippines Department of Tourism

Locals entertain on the Loboc River
Bohol

Getting There

Bohol is served by regular flights from Manila, and also by ferry from Cebu, and other neighbouring islands.

Transport is easily arranged to transfer you from the airport at Tagbilaran, or from either of its ports, and our recommended hotels will normally collect you and return you at the end of your visit.

Bohol is part of the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines, and its position means it is ideally combined with Cebu, Negros, and other smaller surrounding islands, for a fascinating holiday tour.


Pangangan Island

Paddy Fields and the Chocolate Hills
Chocolate Hills

A three and a half kilometer causeway connects Pangangan Island to the mainland of Bohol.

This coral and limestone causeway is lined and protected by mangroves, and the area has been declared as a Mangrove Swamp Forest Reserve.

Anyone seeking total peace and relaxation need look no further than the Isla Hayahay Resort.

The beautifully laid out accommodation surrounds perfectly manicured gardens, and the restaurant and bar serve fresh fish, prawns, and other dishes. Trust us - you won't want to leave!

The sea around Pangangan Island is ideal for a wide range of water activities such as snorkeling. It offers excellent recreational opportunities for travelling sportsmen as well as gentler activities for those looking to relax.

Around the island, visitors can snorkel, dive, fish, island hop or take a leisurely cruise around Calape Bay and beyond.

Isla Hayahay also offers Eco-Tours for its guests. See details on our Eco-Tours page.


Dolphin & Whale Watching

WhaleWatch whales and dolphins in the Bohol Sea with the locals of Pamilacan Island.

Ex-whale-hunting boats have now been converted for this activity, as tourism becomes an important part of the local economy. You'll be accompanied by skilled local spotters whose familiarity with the area also makes them excellent guides.

These expeditions can include a visit to the village on Pamilacan Island, and also Balicasag Island. Swimming & snorkeling may also be enjoyed.

Dolphin & whale watching tours can be combined with a Bohol Countryside Tour.


Nightlife

Most of the nightlife on Bohol is found along the beaches of Panglao island, where the majority of tourists prefer to stay.

There are only a few cluibs and bars in Tagbilaran City, as Bohol remains more of a family destination.


Enquiry Button
Click here to register an interest in booking a Philippines holiday. We will be delighted to assist you further.


Our suggested accommodation includes...

accommodation

Amorita Beach Resort, Panglao Island, Bohol

The Amorita Beach Resort is an elegant hideaway overlooking Alona Beach on the unspoiled island of Panglao, southwest of Bohol's main island.

The resort offers breathtaking views of the ocean and has a wide range of facilities, amenities and services available.


accommodation

Isla Hayahay Beach Resort, Panangan island, Bohol

This secluded hideaway is the perfect place for relaxation. Run by the lovely Ara and her team, the resort offers bird-watching tours, and is also perfect for those wishing to enjoy snorkelling, or who just want a place to get away from it all!.


accommodation

The Cove House, Panglao Island, Bohol

The Cove House, situated by the beautiful and peaceful Doljo beach on Panglao Island, Bohol, is a villa with B&B style arrangements for guests. It has a cosy lounge area with a flat screen T.V. where snacks, light meals, beverages, wines and spirits are served.