This is a detailed blog of top Bohol tourist spots, and best things to do in Bohol with sample Bohol Itinerary (4 days and 3 nights). Also included here are suggested Bohol side trips and where to stay in Bohol.
Bohol is like a compressed version of the entire Philippines – powdery white sand beaches, colorful marine life, azure lagoons, pristine waterfalls, mystical caves, sprawling rice terraces and gentle farmlands, carefully-preserved historical churches and age-old Spanish-era houses. That’s why it is no surprise why Bohol seduces thousands of tourists yearly. But what I like about this province is, despite its growing luxury trappings and the crowd it brings, most parts of the island remain tranquil and bucolic, a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungle.
If you’re keen on visiting or revisiting Bohol soon, here’s a quick travel guide on the best places to see in Bohol and top things to do in Bohol.
If you’re planning a Cebu-Bohol trip or Bohol-Cebu trip, you can save by getting a Cebu-Bohol Pass, where you can enjoy activities within the 2 cities, ferry, spa and tours. See the link below.
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1.BOHOL LAND TOUR
If you’re a first-time tourist in Bohol, a practical way to see what the province has to offer is by joining a group tour. This is quite “touristy” though, but I didn’t mind doing it, it’s a good way to see Bohol’s top tourist spots without emptying my wallet. There’s a bunch of local tour operators offering Bohol Land Tours, and they’re pretty affordable. Basically, you will be joining other tourists in a van and explore the island following a fixed itinerary that usually includes the following top attractions in Bohol.
I’ll write a more detailed travel guide on Bohol Land Tour; this is just a summary. But here are 4 ways you can do the Bohol Land Tour:
1.1. BOHOL LAND TOUR BY TOUR PACKAGE
Now for Bohol Land Tour, you can book in advance through the link below to save you time and avoid the hassle of looking for a reliable tour operator once you’re in Bohol. You can join a group tour or book a private tour.
BOHOL LAND TOUR:RESERVE HERE
BOHOL LAND TOUR: RESERVE HERE
- Tour Duration: 9 hours whole day tour (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
- Tour Inclusion: Driver, Shared AC transportation/Van
- Excluded: Entrance Fees + Meals + Drinks + Personal expenses. See below.
IMPORTANT: Most cheap Bohol Land tours don’t include the entrance fees + the lunch buffet fee at the Loboc River Cruise Buffet Lunch. So, double check that with your travel agency before booking. Now if you’re booking through the link above, the *Bohol Land Tour mentioned the aforementioned fees are NOT included. So, on top of the Bohol Land Tour fee, prepare the following amount per person:
- Regular ₱850 ($15.35) Senior ₱600 ($10.82) – Loboc River Cruise Lunch Buffet
- ₱150 ($2.71) – Tarsier Conservation Entrance Fee
- ₱100 ($1.81) locals, ₱150 ($2.71) foreigners – Chocolate Hills Entrance Fee
TRAVEL REMINDER: Also check with your tour operator whether you will be picked up at your hotel or you need to go to a certain pick-up location.
1.2. BOHOL LAND TOUR BY PRIVATE CAR
If you have enough budget, and you don’t want to join other tourists. You can book a private tour for your group or rent a car to explore the island. I highly recommend this of you are a group of 3-4 persons. You can book rent a car through the link below.
BOHOL PRIVATE CAR RENTAL (WITH DRIVER): BOOK HERE
1.3. BOHOL LAND TOUR BY MOTORCYCLE/SCOOTER
For those with thirst for adventure a motorbike trip in Bohol countryside is unforgettable. If you are a solo traveler and you know how to drive and you have a driver’s license, you can rent a motorcycle/scooter to explore Bohol, you can follow the Bohol tourist spots listed on this blog. Motorcycle/scooter rental in Bohol typically starts at ₱300 ($5.42) to ₱500 ($9/03) per day, gas not included, good for 1-2 persons. Check out my sample Bohol itinerary below.
1.4. DIY BOHOL LAND TOUR (By Public Transport)
If you are the adventurous type and you are on a budget, doing a DIY Bohol Land Tour is possible. I included how to get to some of the Bohol tourist spots here by public transport, see Access. You would have to take a combination of local bus, jeepney, and tricycle. I usually DIY whenever I solo backpack, but I opted to join a group tour because doing a DIY Bohol tour is quite a hassle since the public transportation in Bohol is pretty unreliable, this will take up more time. Quite possibly, you won’t be able to cover all the top attractions listed above in a day.
Also, tricycle is pretty expensive in Bohol, even for a short distance ride (5-10 minutes), you will possibly be charged ₱100 ($1.81) to ₱200 ($3.61). It’s like you are renting the entire tricycle. That’s the sad thing about Bohol. I asked some resort workers if they’re charged the same as they are locals, they said yes, unfortunately. I hope the local government can do something about this, perhaps imposed a fare tariff. I’ve read a lot of complaints from other tourists about this.
BOHOL LAND TOUR – TOP BOHOL TOURIST SPOTS
CHOCOLATE HILLS
The picturesque Chocolate Hills is the poster boy of Bohol province attracting thousands of tourists every year. Reportedly, around 1,260 hills to 1,776 hills that are actually conical-shaped limestone mounds clad in grass peppered across a sprawling area. According to the plaque on the viewing deck, “ They were formed by the uplift of coral deposits and the action of rain water and erosion ages ago.”
There are 2 locations where you can view the Chocolate Hills.
- Chocolate Hills Complex in Carmen – This popular Bohol tourist spot is a government owned viewing deck located in Carmen. The photos above were taken in Carmen. If you are joining a Bohol Countryside group tour or private land tour, this is the place that is usually included in the tour itinerary.
- Entrance Fee: ₱100 ($1.81) locals, ₱150 ($2.71) foreigner
- Location: Carmen, Bohol
- Access: If you want to do a DIY Chocolate tour, it is possible, but can take up a lot of time because local transportation in Bohol is unreliable. Anyway, here’s how to do it: make your way to Dao Bus Terminal in Tagbilaran. If you are staying in Alona Beach, you can ride a tricycle to take you there. Tricycle fare is about ₱200 ($2.61) depending or ride a habal-habal (motorcycle) for about ₱50 ($0.90). Negotiate and agree on the price before boarding because tricycles in Bohol are pretty expensive. Once you reach Dao Bus Terminal, take a bus to Carmen. Travel time is roughly 1.5 hours and bus fare for non-ac bus is ₱85 ($1.53). Get off at the Chocolate Hills Adventure Park. Register and pay the fees. Ride the free shuttle to the viewing deck.
- Sagbayan Peak – This lesser-known Chocolate Hills viewing deck is located inside a mountain resort in Sagbayan, Bohol.
- Entrance Fee: ₱80 ($1.44)
- Access: From Tagbilaran, there are vans for hire that can take you to Sagbayan Peak. Otherwise, if you hire a car in Bohol, you can include this in your itinerary.
LOBOC RIVER CRUISE
For first timers, one of the top things to do in Bohol is the Bohol River Cruise, where you’ll get to ride on a large boat and cruise along emerald green river of Loboc while feasting on sumptuous local dishes. And the most exciting part of the Bohol river cruise tour is the cultural show of the local dance troupe where tourists can join and dance Tinikling, a Filipino dance. There are also singers onboard serenading you while dining. Tipping is recommended.
If you book the Bohol Land Tour or Countryside Tour, this is usually included in the tour package. However, the buffet lunch fee is typically EXCLUDED, so you have to pay this separately. Once you arrive at the Loboc River Resort, you have to line up and pay for the buffet meal. You will get a ticket where your table number is written. Make sure you keep it and show it to the staff upon boarding the floating restaurant boat.
Nearby the Loboc River is another charming old church called Loboc Parish Church. If you still have time during your tour, drop by for a quick exploration and photo op.
- Lunch Buffet Fee: Adult ₱850 ($15.35) , Senior ₱600 ($10.83)
- Open Hours: Daily 9:30 AM -2:30 PM
- Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour
- Location: Población Sawang, Loboc, Bohol
- Access: If you want to DIY the Loboc River Cruise, here’s how: Make your way to Dao Bus Terminal in Tagbilaran, Bohol. From there, take a bus to Loboc and get off at the Loboc River Cruise complex near the Loboc Parish Church. Bus fare is roughly ₱30 ($0.54) and travel time is about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
LOBOC RIVER STAND UP PADDLE: RESERVE HERE
TARSIER CONSERVATION SANCTUARY
The Philippine tarsier (Carlito syrichta) is an endemic tarsier, one of the smallest primates in the world, that can be found in Bohol. The tarsier is another famous Bohol tourist attractions. There are 3 tarsier sanctuary that you can visit in Bohol, however, it is highly recommended to visit the Philippines Tarsier Conservation Sanctuary in Corella instead, because this is a non-profit organization that protects tarsiers in their natural environment. Meaning, they are not put in cages, they are free to stay or leave the sanctuary. The other tarsier conservation centers in Bohol allegedly put the tarsiers in cages, and let them out during the day for tourists.
- Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary
- Entrance Fee: ₱150 ($2.71)
- Open Hours: Daily 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Tarsier Sanctuary Road, Corella, Bohol
- Bohol Tarsier Conservation Area
- Entrance Fee: Regular ₱150 ($2.71), Student ₱150 ($2.53), Senior ₱130 ($2.34)
- Open Hours: Daily 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Bilar, Bohol
- Bilar Bohol Enchanted Zoological and Botanical Garden
- Entrance Fee: Adults ₱150 ($2.16), Children 6-9 yr. ₱95 ($1.71), below 6 yr. Free
- Lunch Buffet: ₱350 ($6.31)
- Open Hours: Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Población, Bilar, Bohol
BILAR MAN-MADE FOREST
Another popular tourist spot in Bohol that is part of the countryside tour is the Bilar Man-made forest. This area was actually part of the reforestation project some 50 years ago were red and white mahogany trees are planted along the roads stretching from Loboc to Bilar. There’s no entrance fee to take a photo or stop here but be careful. Many vehicles and local buses pass through this road and they’re pretty fast.
- Entrance Fee: Free
- Open Hours: 24/7
- Location: Laoay Interior Road, Bilar, Bohol
BACLAYON CHURCH AND MUSEUM
Baclayon Church (Immaculate Concepcion of the Virgin Mary Parish) in Baclayon, Bohol is another top tourist attraction in Bohol. It was declared as a National Cultural Treasure and National Historic Landmark. The current church was built out of coral stones in 1727 by the Jesuits. But in October 2013, a strong earthquake destroyed the façade of Baclayon Church. The church was reopened 5 years later after the restoration work.
- Entrance Fee: Church is FREE, Museum is ₱50 ($0.90)
- Location: Baclayon, Bohol
BLOOD COMPACT SHRINE (SANDUGO)
The Legazpi-Sikatuna Blood Compact (Sandugo) is known as the first treaty of friendship between Miguel Lopez de Jaena, a Spanish Intruder, and the chieftain of Bohol – Datu Sikatuna that took place in Bohol on March 1565. Today, a Blood Compact Shrine stands on the location where the Sandugo happened and is one of top visited Bohol tourist spots.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
- Open Hours: 24 hours
- Location: J.P. EK Inting Street ,Tagbilaran City
SEVILLA TWIN HANGING BRIDGE
The newly constructed Sevilla Twin Hanging Bridge has just reopened July this year and is one of the rising Bohol tourist spots. The 40-meter long and 25 meters high hanging bridge is made of woven bamboo slats and offers a scenic view of the emerald green Sipatan River. On the other side of the bridge, local sell souvenirs and refreshments.
- Entrance Fee: ₱50 ($0.90)
- Location: Sevilla, Bohol
Other Land Tour Attractions in Bohol:
SIKATUNA MIRROR OF THE WORLD
This latest tourist attraction in Bohol, also known as Bohollywood which was opened in phases back in 2018 and expected to be completed by 2024. Sikatuna Mirror of the World and Botanical Garden is a sprawling park speckled with scaled-down version of world-famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Statue of Liberty in New York, Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, Golden Gate Bridge of California, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Merlion of Singapore, among others. You can also dine at their café inside the Acropolis. The park is also home to a Botanical Garden with orchids and palm trees.
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Bohol Countryside Tour with Mirror of the World: BOOK HERE
- Location: Libjo, Sikatuna, Bohol
- Open Hours: Daily 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Entrance Fee (Day Time Use) 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM:
- Regular – ₱150 ($2.71)
- Senior – ₱120 ($2.16)
- Children – ₱50 ($0.90)
- Entrance Fee (Night Time Use) 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Regular – ₱170 ($3.07)
- Senior – ₱135 ($2.43)
- Children – ₱50 ($0.90)
- Access: At Dao Integrated Bus Terminal in Tagbilaran, take a bus bound for Sikatuna. Tell the driver you are headed to Sikatuna Mirror of the World. Get off at Sikatuna Public Market. Ride a tricycle or habal-habal to Sikatuna Mirror of the World at Brgy. Libjo.
HINAGDANAN CAVE
Another Bohol Tourist spot that is not included in the usual tour package. This is a pretty popular cave in Dauis, Bohol. It is lighted inside by the holes in its ceiling, revealing the stalactites and stalagmites hugging the turquoise lagoon. You can go for a swim here for an extra fee. You can also book the Panglao Island Tour, which includes a trip to Hinagdanan Cave. See link below.
PANGLAO ISLAND TOUR: BOOK HERE
- Open Hours: Daily 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Entrance Fee (Regular): ₱50 ($0.90)
- Entrance Fee (Children): FREE for 6 years old and below
- Swimming Fee: ₱75 ($1.35)
- Parking Fee: ₱20 ($0.36)
2. CHOCOLATE HILLS ADVENTURE PARK
If you are itching to try other outdoor adventures in Bohol aside from the countryside tour and water activities, then try the activities at Chocolate Hills Adventure Park. The park is packed with adventures like the Bike Zipline (The Rush) where you can bike midair, about 150-feet above land and soak in the scenic view of Chocolate Hills. Other activities here include the surf zipline, tree top rope challenge, Tarzan swing, Spiderman wall challenge, tree top rope challenge, and more.
CHOCOLATE HILLS ADVENTURE PARK: DISCOUNTED TICKETS HERE
- Entrance Fee: ₱100 ($1.80) per person
- Bike Zip: ₱600 ($10.82)
- Wave Runner: ₱600 ($10.82)
- Tarzan Swing: ₱340 ($6)
- Ultimate Adventure: ₱1,200 ($21.64)
- Open Hours: Daily 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Location: Camanayon, Brgy.Buenos Aires, Carmen, Bohol
- Access: Head to Dao Bus Terminal in Tagbilaran. Take a bus to Carmen and get off at the Chocolate Hills Complex. Travel time is approximately is roughly 1.5 hours and bus fare for non-ac bus is ₱85 ($1.53). Get off at the Chocolate Hills Adventure Park. Register and pay the fees.
3. BOHOL ISLAND HOPPING
Peppered with powdery white sand beaches lapped by turquoise sea and flanked by gorgeous marine reserves, the island of Bohol is a perfect destination for swimming, island hopping, snorkeling, and diving. So, don’t forget to pack your swimwear and snorkeling gear. One of the must-try activities when traveling to Bohol is Panglao Island Hopping.
The Bohol island hopping tour typically starts at Alona Beach, where outrigger boats (Maximum 15 passengers) wait for tourists around 6:30 AM. Pick up for tours usually start at 5:30 AM – 6:00 AM. The reason why the tour starts pretty early is because of the higher chance of spotting dolphins swimming and playing in the sea.
PANGLAO ISLAND HOPPING TOUR: BOOK HERE
BOHOL ISLAND HOPPING TOUR: RESERVE HERE
*The cheaper tours don’t typically include lunch and snorkel gear + guide.
3.1. DOLPHIN WATCHING
About 20 minutes away from Alona Beach, the island hopping boat will take you near the spot where dolphins swim and play. Typically boats won’t go very near the dolphins to avoid disturbing them.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
3.2. BALICASAG MARINE ISLAND SANCTUARY
Next stop is Balicasag Island, the snorkeling spot known for turtles. You can swim with the turtles here and colorful fishes. Tourists can buy food/meals for lunch in Balicasag Island and take it to the next stop. At Balicasag Island, you can snorkel on your own or get a guide with a small boat to take you to the snorkeling sites.
If you opt to get a guide, you will be transferred to a small boat (maximum passenger 3) with 1 guide to take you to the snorkeling area. You need to register and pay for the snorkeling gear rental. Better if you bring your own snorkeling gear to save you a few bucks. There are 2 snorkeling areas, and you can snorkel for 30 minutes maximum at each spot. So, you are given approximately 1 hour for snorkeling in Balicasag Island.
- Mask and Snorkel: ₱150 ($2.71)
- Guide/Small Boat: ₱250 ($4.51)
3.3. VIRGIN ISLAND SANDBAR
The last stop for Island Hopping in Bohol is Virgin Island, a sandbar.
4. BEACH HOPPING
One of the reasons why Bohol is a tourist magnet because it exudes with dramatic coastlines and white sand beaches. This bountiful island is peppered with palm-fringed white sand beaches. If you have another day to spend in Bohol, you can relax and take a dip in its azure water.
- ALONA BEACH: The most popular and most photographed Bohol beach, where most island hopping in Panglao originate. Hugged by powdery sand and turquoise water, its coast is peppered with resorts that never stopped expanding. Downside is, this can be overly crowded during the dry season and dotted with island hopping boats. During the rainy season, it’s not that picturesque and the waves make it annoying to swim. Still, it remains as one of the top Bohol tourist spots.
- DUMALUAN BEACH: Another palm-fringed white sand beach in Bohol that is peppered with resorts along its coastline is Dumaluan Beach. Other tourists prefer this beach than Alona Beach because it has lesser crowd. There’s also a popular free diving site nearby – the Bohol Plane Wreck, just roughly 10 minutes away from South Palms Resort.
- Access: If coming from Alona Beach area, take a tricycle to Dumaluan Beach. Fare is roughly ₱150 ($2.71), good for 2-3 persons. If you will go through the resort, there is an entrance fee of at least ₱100 ($1.80) for beach access depending on the resort. For South Palms Resort, you can avail of the resort day use. Book through the link below.
Here are the other beaches of Bohol:
- KALIPAYAN BEACH BAY
- BIKINI BEACH
- MOMO BEACH
- DOLJO BEACH
- BAGOBO BEACH
- PANGLAO BEACH
5.BOHOL RESORT DAY TOURS
If you have an extra day in Bohol and you want to go swimming or relax and lounge in a good resort, you can book a day tour through the link below.
- South Palms Resort Day Use (with South Farm): BOOK HERE
- South Farm Panglao Day Use: BOOK HERE
- Blue Water Panglao Resort Day Use: RESERVE HERE
- North Zen Villas Day Use: BOOK HERE
- North Zen Villas (with South Farm) Day Use: BOOK HERE
6. BOHOL FREE DIVING
Plunge into the turquoise waters of Bohol and discover the marine sanctuary and diving sites dotting the island. Another top things to do in Bohol is free diving. Here’s some of the famous free diving sites in Bohol now:
6.1 NAPALING CRACK
Another rising free diving site in Bohol now is Napaling Crack/Napaling Point (Cliff Dive) best known for its “Sardine Run” experience that can be seen at shallow depths. But what makes Napaling Crack an Instagram favorite is its reef wall with crack clad by colorful soft coral and sponges. This free diving site is situated at Tangnan, Panglao Island. This is a pretty popular spot now so expect many tourists (especially on weekends and holidays) lining up to dive down the Napaling Crack.
Napaling Point Diving Tour: RESERVE HERE
- Access: DIY Napaling Crack – Rent a tricycle or motorbike or car to take you to one of the 3 resorts that has access to Napaling Crack/Napaling Point. Travel time is about 15 minutes only. Tricycle fare is roughly ₱300 ($5.41) to ₱400 ($7.11) one-way. You’ll pay around the same amount if you rent a motorbike/scooter for the entire day (gas not included). Prepare around ₱400 ($7.21) to free dive in Napaling Crack/Napaling Point.
- There are 3 resort access points: Molave Cove Resort, Almira Diving Resort, and Panglao Kalikasan Dive Resort. These resorts have stairs leading to the snorkeling area at the foot of the cliff.
- Alternatively, you can book free diving tours at Napaling Point with local tour operators, rates usually start at ₱1,850 ($33.37).
- Resort Entrance Fee: ₱100 ($1.80)
- Napaling Crack: ₱200 ($3.61)
- Environmental Fee: ₱100 ($1.80)
- Bring a tour guide with you when free diving.
6.2.BOHOL PLANE WRECK
A beginner-friendly free diving site is Bohol Plane Wreck. It’s one of the popular Bohol tourist spots to date. If you’ve booked a free diving tour. This is usually part of the Balicasag Island dive itinerary for free divers. The Bohol Plane Wreck is situated near South Palm Resort, about 10-minutes away. Oftentimes, visibility is said to be poor, so manage your expectations. Try to do this early in the morning.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
*Most resorts in the area though will charge entrance fee for access to the resort leading to the beach.
7. BOHOL DIVING
Bohol Marine Triangle, which includes Balicasag, Pamilican, and Panglao, is reportedly one of the richest marine biodiversity in the world boasting of sea turtles, manta rays, whale sharks, and kaleidoscopic marine life. If you want to go diving or learn diving in Bohol, this province is packed with dive shops. You can walk in or book ahead through the link below.
- PADI Discover Scuba Diving: RESERVE HERE
- DISCOVER Scuba Diving in Bohol: RESERVE HERE
- PADI Scuba Refresher in Bohol: BOOK HERE
- PADI Advance Open Water Dive in Bohol: RESERVE HERE
8. BOHOL WHALE SHARK WATCHING
One of the most unforgettable travel experiences is an encounter with the gentle giants – the whale sharks. And unknown to many tourists, you can actually experience that in Taug, Lila, Bohol. Whale watching is now one of the top Bohol tourist spots. It is said that the best time for whale shark watching in the Philippines is around December to May because this is the season when these gentle giants are migrating naturally. So, you’ll get a higher chance of seeing them.
For a hassle-free whale shark watching tour with Loboc River Cruise, you can book through the link below.
Bohol Whale Shark Watching (With Loboc Cruise): BOOK HERE
Bohol Whale Shark Watching (With Countryside Tour): RESERVE HERE
- Whale Shark Watching and Snorkeling in Bohol
- Open Hours: Daily 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Lila, Bohol
- Entrance Fee (Locals): ₱700 ($12.63) per person
- Entrance Fee (Foreigners): ₱1,500 ($27.05) per person
*Don’t touch the whale sharks. Don’t feed them. Don’t wear sunscreen, deodorant, or perfume when swimming with the whale sharks.
9. WATERFALLS HOPPING
Bohol is oozing with pristine waterfalls that is devoid of tourists, since they’re not typically included in the Bohol Countryside tours or on the list of best Bohol tourist spots. Here are some of the waterfalls that can be reached from Tagbilaran or Panglao for roughly 30 minutes to 1 hour. They’re not usually on the list of the top Bohol tourist spots, but if you’re into waterfalls and have extra time, it’s worth checking out.
9.1. MAG-ASO FALLS
Though this waterfall is surrounded by a dense jungle, it’s not that high, only about 8-meter tall. It’s a popular swimming spot for the locals and the natural pool that served as a swimming area has been developed. Take caution when walking down the stairs because it is slippery. If you want to swim here, wear life vest provided by the resort for safety reasons. There are toilets and changing rooms but they’re not that well-maintained.
- Location: Antequerre, Bohol
- Open Hours: Sunday to Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Closed on Saturday
- Entrance Fee: ₱50 ($0.90)
- Access: By motorbike/scooter or car rental it’s approximately 30 minutes’ drive from Tagbilaran or about 1 hour from the main tourist strip of Panglao. Follow Google Maps.
9.2. CAMUGAO FALLS
Another enchanting waterfall in Bohol is Camugao Falls, a tall waterfall surrounded by dense jungle. It’s unheard of when you talk about the best Bohol tourist spots. It takes about 10-15 minutes’ walk to reach the cliff from the entrance, but be extra careful as the stairs down to the base of the waterfall can get slippery. Unlike the Mag-aso Falls, Camugao Falls is quite tall and surrounded by a canyon. You can cliff dive here but make sure the landing is clear of rocks and debris for your safety.
- Location: Brgy.San Isidro, Balilihan, Bohol
- Open Hours: Sunday to Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Closed on Saturday
- Entrance Fee: ₱25 ($0.45)
- Parking Fee: ₱20 ($0.36)
- Access: By motorbike/scooter or car rental. Follow Google Maps.
10. FIREFLY WATCHING
Cruise along the Abatan River at night and witness the dramatic scene of fireflies.
Bohol Firefly Watching (with South Farm Tour): BOOK HERE
11. HILLTOP 360 VIEW PARK
This is one of my favorite Bohol tourist spots and viewing area for Chocolate Hills and the mountains of Bohol. It’s actually a park with a cringe design, to be honest, but the scenic view here is unparalleled. We just stumbled upon this place during our drive in Bohol, searching for the government-owned viewing deck, and when we entered and saw the view of its surroundings, it was jaw-dropping.
We went to Hilltop 360 View Park pre-pandemic. So, I’m not sure if it’s still open because I can’t find any updated information about it. Their FB page is inactive. I tried texting their number but no response. I checked social media posts and latest photos I could find was back in 2021. So, if you happen to know if this place is already closed, please leave a comment below or private message me on Instagram. Thank you!
12. ANDA BOHOL BEACHES
About 3 hours’ drive from Tagbilaran and Panglao is Anda, Bohol. This bucolic town is peppered with palm-fringed white sand beaches devoid of luxury trappings, that makes Anda one of the rising Bohol tourist spots. It’s a nice place to just relax on the beach and enjoy subtle pleasures like the changing color of the sky and clouds at sunset. Here’s 2 of my favorite beaches in Anda, entrance is free for both beaches.
- Quinale Beach
- Talisay Beach
For more photos and mode details on Anda beaches and other attractions in this town, click the link below to read my Anda Travel Guide.
ALSO READ: ANDA BOHOL TRAVEL GUIDE
13. ANDA CAVE POOLS
Because Anda, Bohol is believed to be made mostly of limestones, the geological activities overtime, along with heavy rains and weather, eventually formed the cave pools. You’ll be surprised that the town is actually peppered with a couple of cave pools that is now included on the list of best Bohol tourist spots. But since our time was limited, we only visited Cabagnow Cave Pool. For more details, check out my separate travel guide on Cabagnow Cave Pool.
- Cabagnow Cave Pool
- Entrance Fee: ₱20 ($0.36)
- Parking Fee: ₱20 ($0.36)
ALSO READ: HOW TO GET TO CABAGNOW CAVE POOL
Other cave pools in Anda:
- Tibaw Cave Pool
- Cateres Cave Pool
- Combento Cave Pool
14. CADAPDAPAN RICE TERRACES
If you fancy the outdoors and taking off-the-beaten path, the sleepy town of Candijay will surprise you with natural and man-made attractions. Here, you’ll find the picturesque Cadapdapan Rice Terraces, now a popular Bohol tourist spot.
- Entrance Fee: ₱50 ($0.90)
ALSO READ: CANDIJAY BOHOL TRAVEL GUIDE
15.CAN-UMANTAD FALLS
One of the tallest waterfalls in Bohol is found in Candijay and is now one of the rising Bohol tourist spots. This is near Cadapdapan Rice Terraces.
- Open Hours: 7:00 AM -5:00 PM
- Entrance Fee: ₱50 ($0.90)
- Tour Guide: Not required but available, in case you are alone and want someone to help you with your photos or videos. Or if you just want to help the local community, you can hire a local guide.
16.CANAWA COLD SPRING
Canawa Spring is a turquoise spring in Candijay, Bohol. Not your typical Bohol tourist spot. You can do this as a side trip when you visit Cadapdapan Rice Terraces and Can-umantad Falls. It’s about 15 minutes away by motorbike. The entrance is not particularly enticing as you will see a man-made swimming area. But if you go further, you’ll see the undeveloped part under the tree with a clear turquoise water, perfect for a quick dip.
- Entrance Fee: ₱20 ($0.36)
17. ASIN SA TIBUOK
A Filipino artisanal salt made in Bohol with a sharp, smoky taste. This is done by soaking coconut husks in seawater for several months and burning them into a pile. It is usually done from December to May. You can visit the Asin sa Tibuok workshop in Alburquerque, Bohol. The Manongas family revived this ancient sal-making tradition in 2010 after it has disappeared in the 80’s. To order Asin sa Tibuok contact Veronica Salupan at +63907 1680 961.
18. DAUIS GOLD MAKERS
Though it’s not usually included on the list of top Bohol tourist spots, there’s more to see in Dauis aside from Hinagdanan Cave. Did you know that Dauis has gold jewelry makers? Yes. There’s an ancient tradition here where the women create hand-crafted gold jewelry using the traditional stamping technique.
You can even buy the Dauis gold jewelry online now. Upon research, I found the online store named: Ermalaplatera, that creates jelwelry in Dauis. You can check them on Instagram at @erma.laplatera.
19. OTHER PLACES TO VISIT IN BOHOL
- President Carlos P. Garcia Heritage House
- Clarin Ancestral House
- Cloribel’s Ancestral House (Dauis)
- D’Original Osang’s Home-Made Pastries
- Catigbian D.A.T.E Park
BEST TIME TO VISIT BOHOL
Best time for me to visit Bohol is around January to March before the peak season. The weather is quite okay during these months, not too hot, and lesser crowd compared if you travel during April to May, which is the summer season in the Philippines.
WHERE TO STAY IN BOHOL:
New hotels and resorts are springing up like mushrooms in Bohol. Here’s some of the recommended places to stay in Bohol by previous guests.
BUDGET HOTELS
- 717 CESAR PLACE HOTEL
- Location: Tagbilaran
- BOOK HERE OR CHECK RATES HERE
- TRAVEL BEE SEASIDE INN
- Location: Tagbilaran
- BOOK HERE OR RESERVE HERE
- BELIAN HOTEL
- Location: Tagbilaran
- BOOK HERE OR RESERVE HERE
MIDRANGE HOTELS
- Henann Bohol
- Location: Alona Beach, Panglao, Bohol
- BOOK HERE OR CHECK RATES HERE
- Mithi Resort and Spa
- Location: Dauis, Panglao
- BOOK HERE OR CHECK RATES HERE
LUXURY HOTELS
- Donatela Resort and Sanctuary
- Location: Tawala, Panglao, Bohol
- CHECK RATES HERE OR RESERVE HERE
- Amorita Resort
- Location: Alona Beach, Panglao, Bohol
- BOOK HERE OR CHECK RATES HERE
HOW TO GET TO BOHOL
There are several ways to get to Bohol.
Manila to Bohol – From Manila, there are several airlines flying to Bohol such as Cebu Pacific, Airasia, and Philippine Airlines.
Cebu City to Bohol – From Cebu City, there are fastcraft to Bohol (2 hours) and ferry (4 hours). You can check the Cebu-Bohol-Cebu fastcraft and ferry schedule through the link below.
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Cebu-Bohol-Cebu Ferry Ticket: BOOK HERE
Siquijor to Bohol – From Siquijor, you can get to Bohol by ferry. There are 2-3 departures per day. Travel time is roughly 2 hours.
Camiguin – From Camiguin, there’s a ferry to Bohol with 1-2 departures per day. Transit time is approximately 4 hours.
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Bohol to Camiguin Ferry Ticket: RESERVE HERE
ALSO READ: CEBU-BOHOL-CEBU FERRY SCHEDULE AND FARE
BOHOL AIPORT TO ALONA BEACH AND PANGLAO
If you’re coming from Bohol International Airport and you need to get to your resort in Alona Beach or Panglao. Get outside the airport gate and hail a tricycle to your resort. There are usually tricycles waiting for passengers outside. Fare is around ₱200 ($3.61), good for 3-4 pax. Travel time is roughly 10 minutes to Alona Beach or Brgy. Tawala. If you are alone or a party of 2 only, if want to save you can talk to other passengers and share the cost.
If you have heavy luggages, or you’re traveling with kids or seniors and you just want a hassle-free Bohol Airport transfer to your hotel, you can book a private airport transfer below. Many luxury and midrange hotels in Bohol also include an aiport pick-up on their package.
KLOOK BOHOL AIRPORT TRANSFER: BOOK HERE
GETTING AROUND BOHOL
I already discussed this above. There are 5 ways you can get around Bohol.
- By bus and jeepney – Buses and jeepney in Bohol are unreliable. They will eat up your time. But if you want to save money, this is the way to go.
- By tricycle – Tricycle is pretty expensive in Bohol, a short ride will cost you ₱100 ($1.80) to ₱200 ($3.61).
- By car rental – I’d recommend this if you’re a group of 3-4 persons, you can save more than joining a group tour that charges per person.
- By scooter rental – You can rent a motorbike or scooter in Panglao or Tagbilaran starting at ₱300 ($5.41) per day. Gas not included.
- By group tour or private tour – If you’re a solo traveler or a party of 2, this is a good option, especially if it’s your first time in Bohol since you’ll be able to visit the top tourist spots in a day.
WHERE TO EAT IN BOHOL
I don’t usually plan ahead where to eat when I travel. I dine wherever is nearby when I’m hungry or wherever my feet take me. LOL But if you’re a foodie, here are some restaurants that I’ve personally tried. I’m easy to please when it comes to food though, my palate is only picky when it comes to Japanese food.
- Paprika Restaurant – Latest restaurant I tried in Bohol is Paprika Restaurant at Donatela Resort. They have okay food, lots of choices. I especially love their fish ala plancha, salmon pappilotte, and truffle pasta. I like their complimentary breakfast too, especially the egg with hints of bacon. You can dine at al fresco at Paprika Restaurant and enjoy the view of the endless sea.
Here’s the Paprika Restaurant Menu for the main course. For a full list of other food and prices at Donatela Resort, click that menu below and it’ll redirect you to my Flickr account. I uploaded the breakfast, drinks, and snacks menu there just swipe right.
- Henann Alona Beach Restaurant – For Henann Resort in Alona Beach, they have dinner buffet for ₱898 ($16.20) every Friday to Sunday, and ₱798 ($14.39) every Monday to Thursday. Unlimited drinks is ₱250 ($451).
- Saffron – This is the restaurant inside Amorita Resort. I tried it years ago.
- Giuseppe Pizzeria and Sicilian Roast
- Bohol Bee Farm Restaurant
BOHOL ITINERARY (4 Days 3 Nights)
Here’s a sample Bohol itinerary for 4 days 3 nights. This is good for first timers because this will cover the top Bohol tourist spots. Hotel, airfare, drinks, souvenirs, and other personal expenses not included.
I will write a separate Bohol Travel Guide with itinerary and budget and will include other attractions in Bohol for those who plan to return to Bohol and explore other places.
| DAY 1 | Arrival in Bohol |
| Hotel/resort check-in. | |
| Beach-hopping. | |
| Alona Beach. FREE. | |
| Tricycle to Hinagdanan Cave in Dauis. ₱200 ($3.61) | |
| Hinagdanan Cave. ₱50 ($0.90) | |
| Swimming Fee. ₱75 ($1.35) | |
| Tricycle back to Panglao. ₱200 ($3.61) | |
| Dinner. ₱350 ($6.31) | |
| Day 1 Expenses | ₱875 ($15.78) |
| DAY 2 | Countryside Tour |
| 08:00 AM | Start of Bohol Countryside Tour ₱620 ($11.18) |
| Blood Compact Shrine | |
| Baclayon Church | |
| Loboc River Cruise ₱850 ($15.33) | |
| Bilar Man-Made Forest | |
| Tarsier ₱150 ($2.71) | |
| Chocolate Hills ₱100 ($1.80) | |
| 04:00 PM | End of Tour. Back to hotel/resort. Freshen up. |
| 06:00 PM | Dinner. ₱400 ($7.21) |
| 09:00 PM | Lights out. |
| Day 2 Expenses | ₱2,120 ($38.23) |
| DAY 3 | PANGLAO ISLAND TOUR |
| 05:30 AM | Start of Panglao Island Hopping. ₱1,000 ($17.90) |
| Mask and Snorkel: ₱150 ($2.71) | |
| Guide/Small Boat: ₱250 ($4.51) | |
| 11:00 AM | Lunch. ₱400 ($7.21) |
| 12:00 PM | End of Island hopping. Back to hotel. Freshen up. |
| 03:00 PM | Tricycle to Dumaluan Beach. ₱150 ($2.71) |
| Dumaluan Beach. ₱100 ($1.80) | |
| 06:00 PM | Tricycle back to Panglao. ₱150 ($2.71) |
| 07:00 PM | Dinner. ₱400 ($7.21) |
| 09:00 PM | Lights out. |
| Day 3 Expenses | ₱2,600 ($46.76) |
| DAY 4 | Departure |
| Total Expenses | ₱5,595 ($100.77) |