You have probably heard of the phrase “Revenge Travel” going around since the pandemic restrictions started to ease down.
Airlines, travel agencies, accommodations, and other travel-related establishments even took the chance to offer “revenge promos” to keep up with the trend.
But the question is, “Where do we go?”
After two years of being confined at home, everyone’s looking for an adventurous and, at the same time, peaceful destination. Lucky you, you don’t need to look far.
There’s no other place that has the best of both worlds: BOHOL!
There are many destinations and tourist spots to choose from in Bohol.
Extraordinary white beaches and tourist attractions are some of its must-sees.
Read through this article to help you plan your Bohol trip.
More Than Just The Chocolate Hills
When you hear “Bohol”, the first words that come to mind are, “Chocolate Hills.”
In fact, because of its captivating scenic views, it gained more than half a million tourists last 2018—all for the sake of witnessing its stunning destinations and diverse attractions!
Where To Stay in Bohol?
It’s such a beautiful place that one or two days won’t be enough to explore the wonders of Bohol. To get the full experience, you must visit some of its top five-star beach resorts:
- Bohol Beach Club Resort
- The Bellevue Resort
- Hennan Resort Alona Beach
- South Palms Resort
- Mithi Resort and Spa
Where To Go In Bohol?
For travelers who are looking for a peaceful and chill destination, you should try visiting the following islands and beaches (some of them even offer dolphin-watching and snorkeling!)
What To Do In Bohol?
Visiting tourist spots is a must in Bohol!
Rich with culture and history, here are some of its best attractions you shouldn’t miss:
- Chocolate Hills in Carmen
- Philippine Tarsier Foundation in Corella
- Loboc River
- Bilar-Loboc Man-made Forest
- Bohol Bee Farm
- Sandugo Site
- Old churches in the countryside – Albur, Dauis, and Loboc
- Danao Adventure Park
Bohol Private Tour Packages
Bohol Tour packages help travelers focus on which activity they would like to do for the day—saves a LOT of time which is always a big help.
The two most famous tour packages are the Private Countryside Tour and Private Island-Hopping Tour.
Private Countryside Tour
This private tour covers the famous tourist spots like the Chocolate Hills and Man-made forest. Enjoy your lunch while cruising along Loboc River and while you’re being serenaded by local artists.
Check out this private tour here.
Private Island-Hopping Tour
Did you know that Bohol is home to more than 11 dolphin species? Pretty cool right?
This private island-hopping tour is where you can enjoy dolphin-watching and snorkeling on different islands.
Bohol Travel Requirements
Now that we have an idea of what to do in Bohol, let’s prepare the things to do before indulging ourselves in paradise!
Disclaimer: As of July 2022, here are the requirements when traveling to Bohol. Remember to check the local government’s sites to be updated on the requirements as it is changing frequently.
Requirements for Fully Vaccinated Tourists
- Vaccination Card – COVID-19 Vaccination card or certification issued by the LGU. Vaxcert from vaxcert.doh.gov.ph is acceptable as well.
- Valid ID
Requirements for Unvaccinated or Partially Vaccinated Tourists
- RT-PCR taken within 72 hours prior to arrival
- Valid ID
- Children aged 11 years old, accompanied by fully vaccinated parents/ guardians traveling to Bohol are no longer required to undergo RT-PCR testing.
For the latest advice and information, go to: https://tagbilaran.gov.ph
How To Get To Tagbilaran, Bohol
If you are coming from Manila, the fastest and easiest way is by plane which only lasts for around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
There are many airlines like CebuPacific, Air Asia, and Philippine Airlines (PAL), and others that offer flights from Manila (MNL) to Tagbilaran City, Bohol (TAG).
If you have taken a side trip from Cebu and are planning to visit Bohol, some ferries can take you from Cebu to Bohol within just two hours!
Amazing, right?
There are also options for tourists to choose which ferry to ride – the fast ferry which has a travel time of 1.5-2 hours, or the option which is called “RoRo”.
The travel time for this is doubled. However, if you are planning to bring vehicles, this is the ferry to choose.
If you are planning to go to Bohol, contact us to help you plan your next unforgettable trip!
Author’s Bio
Glice is a local travel enthusiast from Bohol. She grew up navigating the many islands in the Philippines with her family. She does freediving and plays the ukulele too. Aside from managing content, Glice also runs the tour operations of Experience Bohol. Send her an email at hello@experiencebohol.com.