Puerto Princesa Underground River, also known as the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, is listed as one of the new seven wonders of nature. It’s located 80 km north of the city centre and is by far the most popular attraction within easy reach of the city. The tranquil nature of the park is in stark contrast with the clogged roads … [Read more...]
Scuba Diving Apo Island from Dumaguete
Not to be confused with Apo Reef - one of the Philippines' most famous dive sites located just off the coast of Mindoro - Apo Island has also made a name for itself as a must-see dive location. Just off the coast of Negros Island, near the city port of Dumaguete, it has an immense diversity of marine life, and its coral reefs are some of the most … [Read more...]
Canyoning Kawasan Falls With Cyan Adventures
Kawasan Falls are located about 130 km south of Cebu City and only 20 km from the popular town of Moalboal. Most people base themselves in the beachside resort of Panagsama, where the street is lined with dive shops and tour agencies encouraging you to join a canyoning tour. SHOULD YOU SUCCUMB? The answer to this question in a resounding 'Yes'! … [Read more...]
Scuba Diving in Moalboal: Pescador Island and the Sardine Run
Moalboal is one of the few places in the Philippines that caters to solo travellers really well. There's a reasonable selection of affordable accommodation, plenty of exciting activities and a decent nightlife, and it's all packed into a relatively short stretch of beach. Although it's definitely 'touristy', it still retains its charm and you don't … [Read more...]
Diving With Thresher Sharks in Malapascua
Malapascua is a small island just north of the northernmost tip of Cebu in the Philippines. While it is, of its own accord, a very pretty place to visit, the main reason tourists go there is to dive with the thresher sharks that frequent its waters. THRESHER SHARKS - Thresher sharks are solitary creatures that spend the majority of their … [Read more...]
Seeing Bohol by Jeepney
Bohol sits in the central Visayas region of the Philippines, and is the country's tenth largest island. Although today it's a major tourist destination, it's seen its fair share of difficult times. For over 80 years during the 1700s and 1800s, there was a revolt against the Spanish, which is considered the longest rebellion in Philippine history. … [Read more...]
SUP in the Philippines: Bohol’s Best Adventure Activity
While Bohol is best known for its Chocolate Hills and the beaches of Panglao, its most memorable attraction is the riverside town of Loboc. Many visitors skip Loboc in favour of a day tour to see the hills and the Tarsier Sanctuary, but it's arguably the most beautiful part of the island. A few years ago, the stunning Fox and the Firefly Cottages … [Read more...]
