Cruising at Davao Gulf

Having a tour in the largest city in the Philippines – Davao – is indeed an extraordinary escapade that will lead you to become one with nature and attain knowledge from its bounty of natural resources. To get you started, here are some of the thrilling adventures in the city.

Triumph over the Highest Peak – Mount Apo

The challenging trek to the Philippine’s highest peak, towering at 10,311 feet, traverses through creeks, ridges, and waterfalls with an amazing panorama of rainforest and fauna. Mount Apo is the grandfather of all the Philippine mountains. Climbing the mountain requires time, preparation, and an experienced guide. Climbers reaching the summit are rewarded with the most spectacular views to be seen anywhere in the Philippines.

Davao also offers extreme activities for the fearless and adventurous. Tourists and locals can enjoy white skim boarding, white water rafting, zip lining, and spelunking at very affordable costs.

Ride the Waves – Davao River

Go whitewater rafting along the winding Davao River and cruise through 24 challenging rapids from Barangay Tamugan to Barangay Lacson in Calinan District.

Fasten your Seatbelt – Zip Lining

Experience a rush of adrenaline with zip lining, one of the city’s most popular outdoor activities.  Enjoy a panoramic view of the city by ziplining at Zip City, Outland Adventure, and Eden Nature Park.

Find irresistible

Davao has its share of world-class golf courses.  Whether you plan to play golf at Rancho Palos Verdes and Apo Golf and Country Club, you are assured of the full advantages of  gently rolling terrain to provide you a challenging game. At the end of the day, enjoy an excellent view while relaxing with a cool drink at the clubhouse.

And for those who want to try wakeboarding, Davao’s Deca wakeboard Park is the first cable wakeboarding facility in Mindanao. This 8-hectare recreation resort uses Reixen Seilbahnen, the world’s leading manufacturer of cable wakeboard and waterski system. The resort also has restaurants, cottages and cabanas.

Island Tour

One simply does not get bored in Davao. There are just so many options for a pleasurable stay. Go on a tour to Island Buenavista and enjoy the privacy and serenity offered by one of the Philippines’ most secluded island resorts.

Diving in Davao

Get wet as you explore into unforgettable dive sites beneath the waters of Davao Gulf. Dive sites are 45 mins. to 2 hrs. away via pump boat from the main land wharf. The crystal clear waters, coral gardens, and sunken wrecks off the islands are a delight for scuba divers and other aqua sports enthusiasts. Or go wild as you go island hopping on the outlaying islets that shelter coral reefs, pulsating with marine life, dropping by various resorts, interspersed with coconut trees ringed with secluded coves of white sand beaches.

Beat the Heat

Beach resorts and seaside restaurants border the Matina, Talomo, and Toril shorelines of the city. Davao City is also a gateway to Samal, an island known for its white beaches, diving, and snorkeling spots. Davao Gulf is also an exciting site for kayaking, windsurfing, jetskiing, boating, game fishing, and whale watching.

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Davao City is indeed a complete getaway from the stress environs of the city. I am sure after reading this province might be one on your top list of must-see destination.

How to Get There

By air: Davao City has direct flights to major cities in the Philippines and some Asian cities. The Francisco Bangoy International Airport serves the general area of the city and its surrounding areas.

By sea: Davao is connected to Manila by a series of roll-on roll-off or inter-island ferry connection.

Getting around: The common modes of public transportation in Davao are multicabs, jeepneys, tricycles, buses, and taxis. Multicabs and jeepneys ply 82 designated passenger vehicle routes around the clock. Tricycles ply the routes that are outside the main streets of the city. Taxis have several routes in and outside Davao City. In mountainous areas, the habal-habal passenger motorcycle is the main mode of transportation.

Accommodation
• Marco Polo Davao Hotel- CM Recto Street, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8000
• The Royal Mandaya Hotel- J. Palma Gil Street, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8000
• Apo View Hotel- 150 J Camus Street, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8000
• The Metropolis Suites Davao - Cabaguio Avenue, Corner Macopa Street, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8000
• Hotel Vicente - Florentino Torres Street, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8999
• Pinnacle Hotel and Suites - Sta. Ana Avenue, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines
• Casa Leticia Boutique Hote - Jose Camus Street, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8000
• The Ritz Hotel at Garden Oases - Porras Street, Bo. Obrero, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8000
• Grand Men Seng Hote - Magallanes-Anda Streets, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines 8000
• Anisabel Suites - 888 FS Dizon Road, Bacaca, Davao City Center, Davao, Philippines