Region X

Northern Mindanao is the eco-tourism hub of the Philippines. The region is composed of Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao Del Norte, Misamis Occidental, and Misamis Oriental.

• Bukidnon• Bukidnon is a landlocked province, and is home to the

Philippine Eagle.

• Camiguin• Camiguin is considered as the Garden of Eden of the

Philippines. This volcanic island is spectacularly beautiful, with its virgin jungle, exotic flowers, natural hot and cold springs, majestic waterfalls, and black and white sand beaches.

• Lanao Del Norte• Lanao del Norte is known for its abundant water resources. The

city of Iligan has 20 waterfalls and the most famous of them is Maria Cristina Falls, whose height is up to 320 feet.

• Misamis Occidental• Misamis Occidental has many delights that will please the

local and foreign tourists. Natural attractions include the Regina Cold Spring, Naomi's Botanical Garden, Hoyohoy Highland Park in Tangub, and the beaches of the Seven Islands in Plaridel. Entertainment includes the Sinanaduloy Dance Troupe. And Panguil Bay which known for its fish traps and tiger prawns.

• Misamis Oriental• Misamis Oriental is a haven for eco-tourism. Natural

attractions include the Initao-Libertad protected landscape and seascape, which has a verdant forest and a marine sanctuary.

Ecotourism in

Region X

Mt. Kitanglad Natural Park

Located in the municipality of Lantapan, Impasug-ong, Sumilao, ManoloFortich, Libona, Baungon, Talakag & Malaybalay City, Bukidnon

Its attractions are:Dulang-dulang mountain peak Lalawan waterfall mossy forest, caves, Philippine Eagle, WWII crash site, sacred sites: Mt. Dulang-dulang, Mts. Apolang and Lunayon; Alas-as, Licoan, Sumilao & Alawon, Silpipon, Libona

The activities offered are: mountain trekking, bird watching, caving, canopy adventure rapelling and rock climbig

The facilities are :Heritage center, trail system

Did you know?

Rising up to 9,696 ft. above sea level this second highest peak in the Philippines has been declared as highest in bio diversity. The temperature varies from 64 to 65 F and is planted mostly with Alvizza Falcatria and other medicinal trees.

Initao-Libertad Protected Landscape and Seascape

It is located in Tubigan, Initao, Misamis Oriental

The attractions are the: caves, limestone forest centennial tree, tarsier, flying lemur, nesting site of endangered marine turtles

Activity offered: spelunkingFacilities they offered: picnic area, view deck

Baliangao Protected Landscape

Located in Baliangao, Misamis Occidental

Attractions are: mangrove forest coral reef

Facilities are: footbridge, cottages

Mt. Malindang Natural Park

Located in Misamis Occidental

Attractions are Lake Dumnagat Piduaan waterfalls Philippine Eagle Subanen tribe

Mts. Timpoong-Hibokhibok Monument

Located in Camiguin Island

Attractions are: mossyforest, Tuasan Falls steep & jagged summit around the volcanic crater

Activities are: mountain trekking, bird watching, camping, horseback riding

Facilities they offered are: camping areas, road network, trails, cottages, demitory, homestay

Mt. Kalatungan Range NP

Located in Pangantukan, Bukidnon

Attractions are: Lake Napalit, waterfalls high level of Biodiversity

Activities are: mountain climbing, bird watching, panoramic viewing

Another eco-destination

Hoyohoy highland National Park

The highest and longest zip line in Southeast Asia

REGION XISouthern Mindanao

Southern Mindanao is composed of Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur and Davao Oriental.

Compostela ValleyCompostela Valley is mainly agricultural while the

eastern part is mostly mountainous. Natural attractions include cold springs, cascading falls, butterflies and exotic wildlife. White sand beaches include Copiat Island.

Davao del NorteDavao del Norte has 32 rivers including the Agusan

River. Natural sites include the islands of Talicud, Ligid and Palma Gil, and the Caliclic and Talicud Caves.

Davao City is the center of travel and trade in the Southern Philippines, known for the exotic fruit 'durian', the Waling-Waling orchid, the Philippine Eagle and Mt. Apo, the highest peak in the country. Natural attractions include caves, waterfalls, rapids and mountains.

Davao del SurDavao del Sur is rich in agriculture and farms which include

fish farms at Kiblawan and Santa Maria, a prawn farm and cocoa plantation in Malita, a sugar mill in Magonoy, a coconut desiccating plant in Santa Cruz and a fruit farm in Mt. Carmel nursery in Bansalan. Natural attractions include Balut Island, Tudaya Falls, Mariscal Beach, Mt. Apo and the Sibulan River.

Davao OrientalDavao Oriental has both historical and natural sites.

Historical sites include Ballestic Island, a fortress built by the Spanish Conquistador Villalobos, and the 17th Century Caraga Catholic Church. Natural attractions include the hot springs at Kalapagan and Pangyan, the islands of Sigaboy, Waniban and Cabugao and Aliwagwag Falls. The 'Tinagong Dagat' or Hidden Sea in San Isidro is a unique natural formation situated 1,000 feet above sea level. Sigaboy Floating in Governor Generosa is an island with the shape of a giant whale. White, gray and black sand beaches include Aroma, Bakayan, Bitoon, Manay and Taragona.

Mt. Apo Natural Park

Located in Davao City, Digos City, Sta. Cruz, Bansalan, Davao del Sur, Kidapawan, Makilala, Magpet, Cotabato

Attractions are: Tudaya Falls, Lake Venado, Lake Agco, hotsprings, Phil. Eagle, Mindanao Scoops owl, Mindanao lorikeet, Mt. Apo mynah, whritted hornbill, tarsier, Tudaya Giant Rat Phil. Deer, Fruit bat, waling-waling, Tribes of Bagobo, Manobos Klata

Activities are: Trekking, camping, picnicking, swimming

Facilities: campsite, trail system

Compostela Valley

Mainit Hotsprings Protected Landscape

Located in Brgy. Mainit, Nabunturan, Compostela Valley

Attractions are: mangrove forest, beaches

Activities: swimming

Facilities: Mainit Hotspring resort with swimming pools

Mabini Protected Landscape & Seascape

Located in Mabini, Compostela Valley

Activity: swimming

Facilities: Marine center

Davao del Norte

Samal Island PLSLocated in Island Garden, City of Samal

Attractions are: mangrove forest, white sandy beaches

Activities: swimming, camping, diving, snorkeling

Facility: cottages

Davao Oriental

Pujada Bay Landscape & Seascape

Located in Mati, Davao Oriental

Attractions: mangrove forest, pawikan sanctuary

Activities: snorkeling, swimming, diving, overnight camping

Facilities: Guang-guang Marine Research Center

Mt. Hamiguitan Ranges Wildlife Sanctuary

Located in Mati, San Isidro & Gov. Generoso, Davao Oriental

Attractions are: Licub Falls, Pygmy forest "Tinagong Dagat" , endemic species of flora and fauna; Mandaya tribe

Activities: trekking, hiking, camping

Aliwagwag Protected Landscape

Located in Cateel, Davao Oriental

Attractions are: crystal clear cascading water

Activities: swimming, camping, boating

Facilities: cottages

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