The island of Bohol in the Philippines is unique, with exotic landscapes such as the “chocolate hills” and wild tarsiers, the smallest primate in the world. Bohol may not be as popular as islands like Coron or El Nido Palawan, but it’s still worth a visit.
There are many great things to see and do on Bohol Island. You can go from island to island to enjoy the white sandy beaches, snorkeling and diving, or you can take a ride through the countryside to see waterfalls, rice terraces, churches and of course the Philippine tarsiers.
It is relatively easy to get to Bohol Island from Cebu or Manila, and you can even visit Bohol on a day trip from Cebu and return the same day, although there are enough activities on the island to keep you busy for at least a few days if you have time to stay longer.
This travel guide for Bohol Philippines will tell you how to get there, where to stay, what to do on the island and what you need to know before you go!
Where Is The Island of Bohol Located?
Bohol Island is located in the central Visayas of the Philippines south of Cebu. It is about 30 kilometers as the crow flies from Cebu City.
You can fly there from a big city or take a ferry from one of the nearby islands.
How To Get To Bohol Philippines?
* From Manila to Bohol
From Manila you can fly to Bohol with AirAsia, Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines. The flight is non-stop and takes only about 1.5 hours.
Bohol International Airport is located in Panglao (code: TAG), which is also the best accommodation for tourists. There are a number of flights on this route every day, and the prices are very reasonable — sometimes only 1,700 pesos for a one-way trip!
If you have a choice, I would go with Philippine Airlines because they have the best service, but other airlines are also doing well.
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* From Cebu To Bohol
From Cebu you can get to Bohol by fast ferry with Oceanjet or Supercat. The boats are safe and relatively comfortable and the trip takes about 2 hours. Remember that ferries can be canceled in the event of a storm.
The ferry port of Cebu is located not far from the city center of Cebu and is easily accessible by taxi. There are many ferry departures every day, so you can choose the date and time that best suits your schedule.
The prices are very affordable for a one-way trip, and there is also a small terminal fee to pay. However, it is a good idea to book your tickets in advance to save time at the ferry terminal and secure your place on the boat.
There are even day trips to Bohol from Cebu, which include hotel transfers, ferry tickets and a visit to many attractions of Bohol Island. This can be a good option if you are short on time and want to see some of the main highlights of Bohol in a simple way.
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* Other places
You can also get to Bohol by ferry from other nearby islands of the Philippines such as Siquijor, Dumaguete or Camiguin.
Finally, there are direct flights to Bohol from Davao (DVO) or El Nido (ENI) in the Philippines or from Seoul–Incheon (ICN) in South Korea.
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