Bohol is Chocolate Hills. Chocolate Hills is Bohol. Your trip to this Visayas province wouldn’t be complete without seeing this natural wonder. With over 1,300 of these hills painting over 50 square kilometers of area, it is a true sight to behold. Make your way to one of the viewing decks around Bohol and bask in the beauty of the green or brown hills (from where it gets its name).

Snorkeling, scuba diving, stand-up paddleboarding and even kitesurfing are popular things to do in Bohol, but did you know you can also go dolphin watching in the Visayan province? Bring your kids and the whole family, for an experience you all can enjoy.

Is there any better way to dine than in a floating restaurant along one of the country’s cleanest rivers, surrounded by nature? I highly doubt anything can top that. Well, in Bohol you get this plus more. Aside from the great food and even better ambiance, the Loboc Youth Ambassador Band would be serenading you throughout your lunch or dinner. All these set up the mood for what could be your best meal ever.

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Cycling may not be the first thing you think of when looking for things to do in Bohol. But believe us, you won’t regret going on a biking tour during your vacation. The trails, the sites and the view make pedaling along cemented, dirt and rugged roads all worth the sweat and exhaustion.

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The sculpture depicts the first-ever treaty between Filipinos and the Spaniards. Performed by Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and Datu Sikatuna, the blood compact or “Sandugo”, served as the mark of friendship between the two nations. Today, the Blood Compact Monument stands tall in Bohol in remembrance of the historical event that happened in 1565.

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Ever tried paddleboarding? Well, in Bohol there are several tour agencies and services that offer this unique attraction. Cross the Loboc River standing on a board as you paddle your way through the waters. Firefly and Full Moon paddleboarding is also popular among tourists. With the moon as you guide, appreciate the beauty of nature while fireflies entertain you.

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Just about 25 meters above the Loboc/ Sipatan River is the Bohol Hanging Bridge. The 40-meter long bridge is made of bamboo and steel wires and was originally built to help locals cross the river, going from one barangay to the other. In 2014, CNN named the Bohol Hanging Bridge as one of the 13 “Most Spectacular Foot Bridges” in the World. It joined others from Switzerland, Germany, and Nepal. Crossing the Hanging Bridge continues to be one of the most frequent things to do in Bohol.

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Alona Beach in Panglao Island is a little paradise in Bohol. The small stretch of white sand coupled with clear blue waters make it one of the most visited beaches in Bohol. But aside from the beautiful beach, the coral reefs near the shore make it the perfect spot for snorkeling and scuba diving.

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Being a Catholic nation, churches are almost synonymous with Philippines culture and heritage. In Bohol, you can find one of the oldest stone churches in the country. The Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Baclayon is believed to have been built in 1717. The structure was built by 200 forced laborer and is made from coral stones from the sea with egg whites used as cement.

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One of the highest canyon swings in the world is found in Bohol. Danao Adventure Park is an Eco-Park that offers extreme sports and activities for anyone who wants to face their fears while appreciating the views of Bohol in the process. Among its attractions is “The Plunge”, a 650-foot high canyon swing that will allow you to free fall more than 200-feet before throwing you into a pendulum atop a gorge. It’s probably one of the craziest but most thrilling things to do in Bohol.

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The National Museum in Tagbilaran City, Bohol is a smaller, but no-less interesting version of the National Museum in Manila. Housed in an old library, it exhibits some of the oldest relics of the Filipino history. You will find pre-Spanish items, old money bills, dated paintings from the 1500s, old photos, archeological finds, burial jars and so much more.

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Standing 25-feet tall deep into the bottom of a gorge is Mag-Aso Falls. The site is enchanting, to say the least. The rushing of the waters and the chirping of birds are painted with the blue waters, the forest-green trees and the mountains that envelope the pool. Whether you plan on taking a dive off the cliff or just swim in its clear waters, you’ll definitely enjoy Mag-Aso Falls.

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Sagbayan Peak is a resort on top of a mountain, but that’s not why it’s a must visit. The recreation center offers several attractions that tourists will enjoy, including high-powered telescopes that allow you to view the skyline of Cebu right from Bohol. Other attractions include life-size statues (T-Rex, Donald Duck, etc), Chocolate Hills viewing deck, butterfly dome and a few more.

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Kitesurfing may not be as famous as other water sports, but it’s definitely as thrilling, if not more exciting. With sprawling beaches in Bohol, kitesurfing has been a favorite among watersports enthusiasts and foreign tourists. If you have enough to shell out, this sport is worth trying.

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Tarsiers are mostly found in Southeast Asia, with Bohol being one of its main habitats in the Philippines. These small, monkey-like animals live in the forest and are best known for their huge eyes that beam on tourists. Bohol is the best place in Asia to find these creatures as they are kept in their natural habitat, kept safe from extinction.

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