The 10 Best Day Trips from in Negros Oriental, Visayas

A 40 minute drive to cool and lush Valencia, takes you to Pulangbato Falls or Red River Valley, aptly named because of the reddish rocks around the falls, and in the pool of water. Take refereshing swim, while enjoying the naturally cooler surroundings. Next head to the hot spring for the therapeutic dip. Pulangbato Falls is located in the Ocoy Valley in the town of Valencia Negros Oriental. It is aptly named so because of the waterfall’s seemingly red river water which is caused by the presence of natural reddish rocks found in the area. Pula is the native word for red while bato, for rock. Thus, if interpreted, the name would be red rock.

Inclusions: land transfers, outdoor guide service, lunch, Entrance fees

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Apo Island is a volcanic island covering 74 hectares in land area, 7 kilometers off the southeastern tip of Negros Island and 30 kilometers south of the Negros Oriental capital of Dumaguete in the Philippines. The name "Apo" was derived from a Filipino word for "grandchild"

Inclusions: Roundtrip land transfers (within Dumaguete/Bacong/Dauin), chartered boat transfer, guide services, Entrance/sanctuary fees, snorkeling guides services, use of snorkeling gear (mask,snorkel and vest)

Exclusions: Rental of booties/ Fins (Optional), Lunch

A university town and provincial capital, Dumaguete is the ideal base for exploring what Negros Oriental has to offer. It is nicknamed The City of Gentle People because of the warm hospitality of locals. Your half day tour begins with a visit to Silliman University where you can stroll across the campus lined with acacia trees dating back a century. This stop also includes an informative tour of the university’s Anthropological Museum, better known as the Silliman Hall, which is only open on weekends. Built in 1909, Silliman Hall is considered the oldest wooden structure of Eastern Stick Style of American architecture in the Philippines. Next stop is a visit to St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral, the oldest stone church on the island, and Campanario de Dumaguete, considered as one of the oldest heritage landmarks of Negros. Your guide will then take you for a walk along the historic Rizal Boulevard.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off within Dumaguete City, tour guide, Lunch, air conditioned vehicle

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For the more adventurous type who have had some basic caving experience, we will take you to more challenging caves with opportunity to rappel and apply vertical caving techniques and single rope technique, as well as hiking, swimming in an underground river, crawling under and squeezing in tight spaces, guided by your headlamps and the cavern naturalist.

Inclusions: land transfers, lunch, guide fee, caving helmet, rappel equipment and light

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An hour's drive north of Dumaguete brings you to Bais CIty, where an outrigger motorboat will cruise you along Tanon Strait to spot dolphins, and if lucky, whales too! You will also isit the Campuyo White Sandbar where you can swim and snorkel in its clear blue waters, or just laze around the fine white sand beach. Cap off the morning with a hearty lunch onboard of mixed grill. Headback to wharf by noontime and proceed to Sibulan. TUcked 850M above sea level, northwest of Dumaguete, the twin lakes of Balinsasayao offer scenic views and excellent nature hikes. SPend the afternoon kayaking or padding on a local banca or trek your way through a 30 minutes rock trail around the Lake. Bring a windbreaker or jacket as the weather can be completely different, always, some shower. For a unique, adventurous experience, you can Stand-up-Paddle on the lake, where the water is generally flat. We have SUP (STAND UP PADDLEBOARD) rentals. (SUP Board P800 per board + transportation P2000).

Inclusions: Aircon land transfer, Boat Transfer, tour guide, Lunch

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Discover and experience Dumaguete, dubbed the “City of Gentle People” –a fitting compliment to the unhurried lifestyle of Dumagueteños. First stop is the Silliman University, where we take you on a walking tour of the campus dotted with century- old acacia trees. A tour of the Anthropological Museum is worth it (weekdays only). Next is a rolling tour of the city’s landmarks, including Claytown Pottery, Ninoy Aquino Park, the Convention Center, the bustling Public Market, and the historical Sta Catalina de Alexandria Church & Bellfry.

Inclusions: tour guide, lunch, Entrance fees, Air-con Land Transfer

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Located in Sitio Balanan, Siaton- about an hour and half drive from Dumaguete, Lake Balanan is 285 meters above sea level and is fed by the Lamarao, Balanan and Managobsob creeks. For those who love nature-trekking, there is a four-kilometer circumferential pathway around the Lake under a canopy of vaious indigenous forest trees. Trekkers will also get a chance to see three waterfalls at the other side of the Lake.

Inclusions: van transfers, banca transfers to northern side of lake, guide services, lunch, Bottled water , Entrance fees

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Get the best of the outdoors and combine the tours to the Casaroro Falls and the Balinsasayaw Twin Lakes in one day! Be ready for an hour’s technical hike to the falls and back.

Inclusions: land transfers, lunch, Bottled water , outdoor guide service, Entrance Fees

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• An hour’s drive north of Dumaguete brings you to Bais City, where an oversized outrigger motorboat will cruise you along Tañon Strait to spot dolphin’s and if lucky, Whales too! You will also visit the Campuyo White Sandbar where you can swim and snorkel in it’s clear blue waters, or just laze around the fine white sand beach. • Cap off the morning with a hearty lunch onboard of mixed grill • Headback to Wharf by noontime and proceed to Sibulan. • Tucked 850M above sea level, northwest of Dumaguete, the Twin Lakes of Balisasayao offer scenic views and excellent nature hikes. Spend the afternoon kayaking or paddling on local banca, or trek your way through a 30-minute rock trail around the Lake. Bring a windbreaker or jacket as the weather can be completely different, with the air much cooler and almost always, some shower.

Inclusions: land transfers, chartered boat transfer, guide fee, lunch, Entrance fees

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Enjoy Bais City with our friendly Dolphins and whale sharks to watch. Visit Manjuyod sandbar and feel the maldives vibes of the atmosphere lastly You'll get to visit mangrove forest park and bird sanctuary.

Inclusions: Transportation during the tour, Lunch, Entrance Fees (if applicable)

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