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5 FASCINATING ECO-TOUR SITES IN BOHOL, Philippines (Tour and Travel)

Come and explore Bohol's eco-tour sites and see the culture that has been inherited from generation to generation. Also, their history that reflects the essence of how the Boholanos use the importance of what they have.

Below is just a small sampling. Please download the official Bohol Application, Behold BOHOL. Available on the Apple app store, and Google Play store.


1. ABATAN RIVER COMMUNITY LIFE

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The history of the Abatan River serves as the chief drainage system of the Abatan Watershed and is one of the three main rivers of Bohol. It used to be the main waterway of the people when the roads were still undeveloped. The Abatan Life River Tour highlights the life of the Boholanos. The three-hour tour will take guests to lush greeneries, bushes, trees, and other sceneries the river has to offer. The tour has five pit stops representing the five communities along the stretch. Each stop will entertain guests through live cultural shows and performances by the residents themselves.

HOW TO GET THERE

Located 10kms (a 10-15 min. drive) from Tagbilaran City Seaport or Airport and 45 kms (a 30-40 min. drive) from tubigon seaport.

OTHER MATTERS

What is included in the Price? - Tour Guide, Sightseeing to natural wonders and witness cultural performances.

COST :

Flexi Tour : Bandong (Good for 10 pax) – Php 1,500.00/hr | (Good for 10 pax ) – Php 2,500.00 for 2 hrs | Kayaking – Php 800.00 (single) | Php 1,000.00 (double)

Night Tour: Bandong (Min. of 1 pax) – Php 1,700.00 | (Min. of 2 pax) – Php 800.00/pax | Kayaking – Php 800.00 (single) – Php 1,000.00 (double) | Food – Php 250.00/pax (Please make reservation)

CONTACT INFORMATION :

038 510-8255 | 09209067446 | 09088738304 | 09157699515 | [email protected]

HOURS OPEN :

Everyday for Flexi Tour and Night Tour (6:30 pm, 7:30 pm & 8:30 pm)

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2. ALBURQUERQUE CALAMAY TOUR

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Bohol is known for its many ecotourism attractions. But if you truly want to experience the culture of Bohol, the Alburquerque Calamay Manufacture Tour is a good option. During the trip, you will only taste Bohol’s famed delicacy but also observe the tedious and heartwarming process of crafting calamay. Calamay is a famous delicacy in any part of the country and is known for its different versions.

HOW TO GET THERE

Approximately Alburquerque is 12 kms from the main Tagbilaran City. In going there you can ride a van which cost 100 pesos per person or public utility jeepney which cost is 15 pesos per person.

OTHER MATTERS

Precaution statement: No age requirements. Every tourist is welcome to create their first made calamay. However the ecotour would only limit around 30 individuals per workshop in making calamay. Does the eco-tour accept bookings? Yes, for group tours we advice to book first in advance so that we can prepare & schedule on that day.

COST :

Php 20.00 - person adult | Php 5.00 - children

CONTACT INFORMATION :

Ms. Segundia Nadonza Salupan | 09193707631 | (038) 539 – 9080 | [email protected]

HOURS OPEN :

Daily : 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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3. CLARIN ANCESTRAL HOUSE TOUR

Ancestral house loay bohol philippines 2018 historical sites Nestled in the heart of Loay in Bohol, the Clarin Ancestral House is not your typical 2-storey square house. This majestic ancestral home stands with a strong influence of Bohol’s past. The Clarin Ancestral House is a Filipino-Spanish designed residence built during the 1840s. The house was built with coral stone foundations, roughly hewn wooden posts, polished wooden floorboards, and wood plank walls; thus bahay (balay) table. Today, the house stands as a famous museum in Bohol. It displays a collection of the Clarin’s family’s significant memorabilia.

HOW TO GET THERE

20-30 mins by Jeepney, Bus, V-hire & Private Vehicles

COST :

Php 20.00 - person adult | Php 5.00 - chidren

CONTACT INFORMATION :

Honey Claire Clarin | 09173215167 | 038 538 9388 | café[email protected]

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4. SAVIMA MANGROVE TOUR

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The San Vicente Mangrove Forest Association (SAVIMA), is a community life tour ecperience focused on sustainable tourism activities such as home-stays (staying with the locals), livelihood demonstrations (like mangrove planting, gathering shells (“imbao”) or catch snapping shrimps (“takla”), and a one-day eco-tourism mangrove adventure package. The 500-meter SAVIMA Mangrove Boardwalk was a community project acquired and applied for by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in 1999 covering the entire 56.25 hectares of mangrove forest.

HOW TO GET THERE

If a tourist wants to commute for bus, jeep, car for hire, etc.
By bus or jeep – P15.00
By car for hire P500.00

OTHER MATTERS

Precaution statement 10 years and above
What to wear? Comfortable clothes and rubber shoe
What to bring? Extra shirt, hand towel, hand sanitizer, insect repellant lotion
Souvenir items Buri hats 30.00
Rubber boots 500.00
Banana Chips 10.00
Fans 25.00
Does the eco-tour accept bookings? Booking for mangrove planting should be prepared earlier and if there’s a request for snack preparation as optional tour!

COST :

Entrance Fee:

Php 25.00 Local
Php 50.00 Foreigner

Tour guide

Php 150.00 Mangrove
Planting Takla and Gathering - P60.00 per demo

CONTACT INFORMATION :

Septima Pugio | 09391495164 | [email protected]

HOURS OPEN :

Daily : 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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5. TUBIGON LOOM WEAVING TOUR

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Ever wondered where the raffia bag came from? Have you asked yourself how the colorful looms are weaved together in such a very beautiful way or how the patterns are being mixed and matched? Most times, the best experience one can have is knowing how their favorite items are made and knowing who made them. Loom weaving is considered a major source of income for the local residents of Tubigon. For many weavers, wives of farmers and fisherfolks in Tubigon, loom weaving has been their major source of bread and butter.

HOW TO GET THERE

By private car – An hour ride
By Public Transport – Van (an hour ride)
Bus/Ceres (1&½ hour) Approximately
Van P90.00,
Bus Ceres P50.00

OTHER MATTERS

Precaution statement: There is no specific age limit for the tourist to experience the eco-tour. How much time is allotted to experience the eco-tour? Around 45 minutes.

COST :

Souvenir items and prices will be given upon request of the client

CONTACT INFORMATION :

Ma. Trina V. Sumayang | 038-5089141 | 09295306647 | 09153646021 | [email protected]

HOURS OPEN :

Monday-Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm | Sunday 10:00am-5pm

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