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Alona Beach, Panglao Island, Bohol

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

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

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 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

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.

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Locals entertain on the Loboc River

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

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

Watch 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.

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