Bohol, Philippines

Bohol is an island province of the Philippines located in the Central Visayas region, consisting of Bohol Island and 75 minor surrounding islands. Its capital is Tagbilaran City. It is the tenth largest island of the Philippines.

Bohol is a tropical haven of natural beauty. The coastline of the island is skimmed by gentle coves and white sand beaches. Bohol is not as internationally famous as nearby Boracay, but is well-known locally as a paradise for divers and snorkelers. Dolphin watching and whale watching tours are popular with both residents and visiting tourists.

Things to See & Do

* Tarsier monkeys
* Chocolate hills
* Island hoping
* Danao Adventure Park
* Dolphin & whale watching

General information

Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
Currency – Peso (PHP)
Language – Filipino, English
Population – 100,000 approx
Land Area – 4,117.3 km²
Electricity – 2 round pins European style
Time - GMT plus eight hours
International Country Telephone Code – + 63

Port Location – The port is located in Tagbilaran, the island capital.

Travel Links – Bohol's city airport in Tagbilaran services daily Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airline flights from Manila.

The Tagbilaran City Tourist Pier handles more than 4,000 travelers on a daily basis. Nine daily ship calls from Cebu are processed efficiently, with other ships from Manila, Cagayan de Oro City, Dumaguete, Dipolog, Iligan City, Larena, Plaridel and Ozamiz City also welcomed on a regular basis.