10. Vigan
Vigan is the best preserved example of a planned Spanish colonial city in Asia. It was established in the 16th century. If you love historical places, Vigan is the best for you!
Most tourists’ wish list to do here is to take the Early Calle Crisologo hike. The best time to do this is probably before sunrise. So get your cameras ready!
Don’t forget to try their famous Vigan Longganisa.
9. Maria Cristina Falls
These are the most popular waterfalls in the Philippines that can be found in Iligan City. It is also declared the second highest waterfall in the Philippines. It will captivate your heart with its enchanting beauty.
In addition to being a natural beauty, Maria Cristina Falls feeds the Agus VI hydroelectric plant that provides the power supply for Mindanao, among other plants.
8. Banaue Rice Terraces
The Philippines is also rich in landforms, just as these 2000-6000-year-old terraces had curved into the mountains found in Apayao, Benguet, Mountain Province, and Ifugao. It covers a total area of 251,778 hectares. UNESCO declared the terraces a World Heritage Site.
It is also known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World”. The rice terraces had been built largely by hand with hand tools and also with the help of animals. Incredible true?
7. Tinuy-an Falls
The Philippines is also known for having different types of majestic waterfalls. And one of them is Tinuy-an Falls. Tinuy-an Falls are located in Bislig City and are known as the “Little Niagara Falls of the Philippines”. It is one of the widest waterfalls in the country.
Mother Nature never failed to impress us, and the Philippines is one of the lucky countries to have so many beautiful and majestic environments.
6. Oslob Whale Shark Watching
Another main attraction, besides having a breathtaking view, was swimming with the gentle giants, the whale sharks. The Oslob Whale Shark Experience is rated as one of the best places to swim with whale sharks in the Philippines.
At a very reasonable price, you will have your 30 minute snorkeling encounter with butandings or whale sharks. Make sure to add this to your wish list!
5. Chocolate Hills
Another amazing and original made by Mother Nature. The Chocolate Hills that can be found in Bohol City, Philippines. The hills are not just two, but more than 1,268 cone-shaped hills. The Chocolate Hills seem to be endless when you are at the top of Carmen Town. Many geologists found it strange due to its geological formation and the hills extend over an area of 50 square kilometers or more and range in size from 30 meters to 120 meters in height.
4. Siargao Island
Are you a beach lover? Well, apparently Siargao is one of the best kept islands in the Philippines.
This island is known for its waves, so if you are a surfer. This place is the best for you! But even if you’re not a surfer, there are still activities you can do here to enjoy your stay like swimming in the stingless jellyfish pool or rowing. That is very exciting, right?
3. Boracay
Boracay was famous for having magnificent white sand beaches. Its facilities are available in different water sports activities such as sailing, windsurfing, jet skiing, snorkeling and diving. The fun in Boracay doesn’t end when the sun goes down, many bars and restaurants serve drinks and food until late at night.
But in April 2018, the beach was closed for six months for restoration and to upgrade a rapidly deteriorating infrastructure.
Although Boracay is open again, there are many rules to follow now to limit the impact of tourism and keep the island safe while it still recovers.
2. Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa is the capital city of Palawan. There are so many beautiful things to do in this tropical paradise, it may be your next adventure with your family and friends! One of the most famous adventures here was going to the underground river, which was considered one of the 7 wonders of nature and a UNESCO heritage site. Don’t forget to try Island Hopping!
1. Coron Palawan
If you are a diver and don’t want a crowded area, Coron is the place to relax. It has the clearest water, fine and very beautiful beaches and is surrounded by limestone cliffs. This is an island not to be missed because Coron offers six great intact WWII shipwreck dives, as well as one of the most unique lake diving spots in the world.
