Experience the Extreme Adventure in Bohol Philippines

The province of a thousand thrills. Feel the adrenalin rush at Danao Adventure Park.
Explore the wonders of subterranean caves and the underwater beauty of world-renown dive sites.

The Danao Adventure Park is the latest attraction for globall thrill-seekers with E.A.T Danao, which stands for Eco/ Educational/ Extreme Adventure Tours. Located in the mountain ranges of what used to be the lair of Bohol's foremost local hero, Francisco Dagohoy, the park offers an array of facilities and diverse exhilarating activities form rappeling, spelunking, kayaking, trekking, river tubing, root climbing, wall climbing and bouldering to the heart-stopping zipline ride known as "Sui-slide"; cable ride, "Sky Ride"; and the extreme experienced "The Plunge".

Inland adventure also include spelunking in Sierra Bullones and Antequera, exploring the ancient wonders of Lamanok Cave in Anda;

River tubing at Makapiko Nature Park in Batuan; padding through the Abatan River, or taking an all-purpose terrain vehicle tour in Carmen and Baclayon.

Bohol's coastlines provide even more adrenaline-pumping activities above and below the sea. One may go island hopping, discovering pristine beaches and isles, or engaging in water-related sports, like kayaking.

Among the internationally-recognized best dive spots is Balicasag Island. A diver's paradise, it is located southwest of Panglao Island and with the nearby island of Pamilacan, the sea is home to one of the world's most diverse marine life.

Excellent dive sites are also found at Cabilao Island in Loon and deep in the surrounding waters of Anda Peninsula.

Nature of Bohol Island Philippines

The awe- inspiring beauty of nature is spread all over the island. The grandeur of the Chocolate Hills, the tranquil waters of the Loboc River, pristine beaches of white sand
in Panglao Island, soothing forests and countryside await to enthrall visitors to Bohol.

Bohol's bestseller is a breathtaking sight of 1,268 cone-shaped hills of the same size and elevation spread as far as one's eyes can see. During summer, the hills are colored brown prompting the name,

Chocolate Hills. In Carmen town, two of the highest hills have been developed to provide dining and lodging facilities as well as an observation deck affording visitors a vantage point for panoramic view.

The Sagbayan Peak offers another refreshing visita of the geological wonder.

The Loboc River Cruise, during the day or at night, is a fascinating cruise on placid waters along palm-fringed banks and lush inland vegetation.

 The ride commences at the docking port near the historic Loboc Church.

History of Bohol Philippines

Bohol Philippines
It's more than just a destination. The Bohol experience is an amazing
blend of natural wonders and cultural marvels; of colorful
local flavors and ecological endeavors;
and a profusion of heritage sites.

While rustic, it is replete with current conveniences.
History

The name "Bohol is said to be derived from the word Bo-ol, a district in the
City of Tagbilaran, where off its waters was located the seat of the powerful
Dapitan Kingdom.

In 1965, the spanish General Miguel Lopez de Legazpi anchored his fleet in Bohol
and forged a blood compact with the native Boholano chieftain, Datu Sikatuna.
The pact is considered as the first international trety of friendship, prompting the
Philippine Government to establish the Order of Sikatuna, a presidential decoration
conferred upon diplomats.

In 1596, two Jesuit missionaries arrived and started the Christianization of the
island from the town of Baclayon and spreading to the inland town of Loboc and later,
to the northern towns. The most imposing stone churches that still exist to this day
were built throughout the 19th century by the Jesuits and the Augustinian Recollects
who took over the former's missionary work in 1768. During the Spanish regime, two
significant revolts occured in Bohol. One was the Tamblot Uprising in 1621 and the
other, the Dagohoy Rebellion, known as the longest revolt in Philippine history,
which lasted for 85 years.

In 1854, Bohol became a politico-military district separate from Cebu and Tagbilaran
was designated as capital of the new province.

The Spanish regime was followed by the American colonial rule during which many schools
were established in the province. With the end of World War II in 1945, Bohol gradually
progressed, harnessing its wealth of natural and cultural resources, and emerging
today as a major tourist destination in the Philippines.

The Bohol Branch of the National Museum, Located in the downtown area of Tagbilaran City
(beside the Bohol Provincial Capitol), houses the artifacts and relics during Bohol's
prehistoric times as it also showcases the richness of the flora and fauna of the island.