Bohol & Tagbilaran Travel Guide

Over 1,200 symmetrical grass‑covered limestone hills that turn brown in dry season – resembling chocolate drops. Entrance fee: PHP 100. View from the main observation deck. Optional ATV rental (PHP 1,000‑1,500). Best visited in morning light. Allow 1.5‑2 hours.

See the world’s smallest primate (fist‑sized) in a protected sanctuary. Entrance: PHP 150. Strict rules: no flash photography, no touching, keep voices low. Best visited in early morning when tarsiers are active. Allow 1 hour.

Floating restaurant buffet on a river surrounded by lush jungle. Live acoustic music. Cost: PHP 650‑850 (including lunch). Departs from Loboc town. Alternatively, rent a kayak (PHP 300/hour) for a quieter experience. Allow 1.5‑2 hours.

White sand beach, clear water, and laid‑back vibe. Ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and diving (Balicasag Island nearby). Many hotels and restaurants line the beach. Free entry.

Underground cave with a natural pool and stalactites. Entrance: PHP 75. Bring a flashlight. The steps can be slippery. Allow 30‑45 minutes.

Baclayon Church – one of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines (1727). Museum entry: PHP 50. Blood Compact Shrine – monument commemorating the 1565 friendship treaty between Spaniards and Filipinos. Both on the way to Chocolate Hills.

• 8:00 AM – Pickup from Tagbilaran or Panglao
• Blood Compact Shrine (quick stop)
• Baclayon Church & Museum
• Tarsier Sanctuary (Corella) – 1 hour
• Loboc River Cruise with lunch (11:30 AM or 1 PM departure)
• Chocolate Hills – main viewpoint and ATV optional
• Return by 5‑6 PM
• Evening: Alona Beach dinner

Tour cost: PHP 1,500‑2,500 per person (van + guide + lunch + entrance fees). Book through your hotel or agencies in Tagbilaran/Panglao.

• Option A (Beach day): Alona Beach – swimming, massage, sunbathing. Afternoon Hinagdanan Cave.
• Option B (Island hopping): Boat tour to Balicasag Island (snorkeling with turtles) and Virgin Island (sandbar). Cost: PHP 1,500‑2,000 per boat (up to 6 persons), plus snorkel gear rental. Allow 4‑5 hours.
• Option C (Dolphin watching + Balicasag): Early morning (5:30 AM) – spot dolphins, then Balicasag snorkeling.

Bohol–Panglao International Airport (TAG) – direct flights from Manila (1.5 hours) and Cebu (30 minutes). Airlines: Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, AirAsia. From airport to Alona Beach (Panglao): van PHP 500‑600 per person, tricycle PHP 300‑400. Travel time 20‑30 minutes.

OceanJet, FastCat, Weesam – from Cebu City Pier 1 to Tagbilaran City Seaport. Trip duration: 2 hours. Fare: PHP 800‑1,200 (tourist class), PHP 1,200‑1,800 (business). Book online or at pier. From Tagbilaran seaport to Alona Beach: van PHP 400‑500, tricycle PHP 250‑350.

• Tour vans: Best for countryside tour (PHP 2,500‑3,500 per van/day, up to 10 persons).
• Tricycles: Short distances (PHP 50‑150). Negotiate fixed fare before riding.
• Scooter rental: PHP 300‑500 per day – for experienced riders only. Traffic is light outside Tagbilaran, but roads can be rough.
• Grab: Not available in Bohol.

• Luxury: Amorita Resort (PHP 10,000+), South Palms Resort (PHP 9,000+)
• Mid‑range: Bohol Beach Club (PHP 5,000‑7,000), Best Western The Ivywall (PHP 4,500‑6,000)
• Budget: Alona Golden Palm (PHP 1,800‑2,500), Coco Farm (PHP 1,500‑2,000)

• Mid‑range: Metrocentre Hotel (PHP 2,500‑3,500)
• Budget: The Julianita’s (PHP 1,500‑2,000), Cebuano’s Lodge (PHP 800‑1,200)

Tip: Stay in Panglao for beach access. Tagbilaran is better for a one‑night stopover if arriving late by ferry.