Even though Davao can be a busy and modern place in Mindanao, it still strives to be a land in harmony with nature. One of its attractions, the Eden Nature Park Mountain Resort, makes nature accessible and fun for everyone with its unique facilities amid a forest of pine trees.
Eden Nature Park is a mountain resort and paradise located in Davao City. This place for rest and relaxation is 95% human-made, located 3,000 feet above sea level. This place of recreation is rich in exotic flowers, lush green forests, and the songs of birds.
Eden Nature Park was then a logged-over area covered by wild grass when it was discovered in 1971. The owner of the area realized that the place could be one major tourist attraction for it has an imposing view of Davao City and Davao Gulf.
Thousands of pine tree seedlings were planted not long after terraces were carved out of the mountain slope. At present, 100,000 pine trees covering 80 hectares contribute to the beauty of the place.
Attractions
- Amphitheater - holds wedding ceremonies and small concerts
- Plaza Maria - the garden home of the Virgin Mary, especially made to occupy a very special place in the park
- Hiking and Jogging Trails - with friendly ravine walks and boulder paths
- Swimming pool - located at the highest point of the park with the view of Davao City and the Gulf
- Fishing Village - with tilapia and hito to fish in an upland environment
- The Activity Center - information center where guests register for day packages, guided tours or special day events
Facilities
- Holiday Lodge - fronting the Holiday Terraces with native inspired rooms (duplex units idyllic honeymoon or vacation package)
- Vista cottage - located amongst lush greenery overlooking a ravine
- Begonia room - situated exactly in the heart of the seminar village
- Aster Room - also within the seminar village
- Log Cabin – Four bedrooms amid a forest of tall pine trees, also has an annex cottage that can accommodate up to 14 persons and fully equipped with kitchen and dining facilities.
- Pine Lodge - situated amidst a forest of pine trees, a 2-bedroom cottage with a basement
- Mountain Villas - secluded mountain retreats for large families or friends
- Mountain Hall - a semi-outdoor multi-purpose facility beside the swimming pool
- Campsite 1 - campsite area located about 1.5 kilometers from the resort's center amidst tall pine trees, vanilla vines and interesting terrain, venue for camping and outdoor activities for groups above 50 persons
- Campsite 2 - can hold up to 40 persons, located at the heart of the resort
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How to get there
From Manila, most airline companies offer regular daily flights to Davao, which takes about an hour and a half or so. Once in Davao City, land travel takes about one hour from the airport.