What to do and see in Negros Island, Visayas: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

May 6, 2022 Moriah Teneyck

Discover the best top things to do in Negros Island, Philippines including Filipino Tours, Dive Society Dauin, Apo Island Marine Reserve, The Ruins, Negros Forests and Ecological Foundation Biodiversity Conservation Center, Sugar Beach, Silliman University, Butterfly Sanctuary at Mambukal Resort, Mag-aso Falls, Mambukal Mountain Resort.
Restaurants in Negros Island

1. Filipino Tours

Excellent
96%
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5.0 based on 117 reviews

Filipino Tours

Filipino Tours is an independent tour operator based just outside of Dumaguete City. We offer personalised tour activities with a wealth of local experience and international tour experiences. We tailor design tours that suit your requirements. We are open seven days a week and offer out of hours booking facilities. Jules

2. Dive Society Dauin

Excellent
95%
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5%
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5.0 based on 42 reviews

Dive Society Dauin

SSI Diamond Instructor Training Center & SSI Frediving Center. We offer Scuba Diving courses from beginner up to Instructor and Freediving courses. Freediving courses from Try Freediving up to Level 1.

3. Apo Island Marine Reserve

Negros Oriental Philippines +63 939 915 5122 http://www.liveaboard.com/philippine-siren
Excellent
65%
Good
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Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
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4.5 based on 583 reviews

Apo Island Marine Reserve

Reviewed By Kelsydney

This was my 3rd and 4th trip to Apo Island, and it didn't let me or my fellow divers down. The diving as it has been before was just fantastic. The coral was even better than I remember, the huge school of Jacks following us on one of the dive was only bettered by the sea snakes that were hunting and were not worried about the 6 divers in the water. When you go there take some local money because when the local ladies come out to sell you shirts and wrap arounds you will kick yourself if you miss out. Just a great place to dive, and proves that when a marine reserve is in place it works.

4. The Ruins

Hda. Sta. Maria Brgy. Zone 15, Talisay, Negros Occidental 6115 Philippines +63 917 832 6003 http://www.theruins.com.ph
Excellent
46%
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40%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 634 reviews

The Ruins

Reviewed By bembemmylene614

It is an ancestral mansion of a wealthy family, a lovely place for pictorial,& with lots of portraits and informative relics.. There’s an entrance fee of 100 pesos for adults , and a refreshment made of sugarcane juice..

5. Negros Forests and Ecological Foundation Biodiversity Conservation Center

South Capitol Road, Bacolod, Negros Occidental 6100 Philippines +63 34 433 9234 http://www.negrosforests.org
Excellent
48%
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37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
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4.5 based on 46 reviews

Negros Forests and Ecological Foundation Biodiversity Conservation Center

Reviewed By LolaGo1 - Washington DC, United States

This attraction is located very near the Capitol Buildings, Lake and Lagoon and the Negros Museum. On display here are rare and soon to be extinct birds, snakes, pigs, etc. There are adequate signages for these exhibits. Entrance fee is 50 pesos for students and seniors, regular fee is 100 pesos.

6. Sugar Beach

Sipalay, Negros Occidental Philippines
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 126 reviews

Sugar Beach

Reviewed By G2Kpauly - Melbourne, Australia

I've been going around Philippines for 6 weeks so far and this is my favourite beach I've come across. It is so quiet and not many tourists to enjoy your time on the sand and in the beautiful water. The water is blue and clean. There is not much trash. You will need a pump boat for 20 pesos per head across the river to the beach or to your resort if staying there. We didn't know when we turned up late..but in the end it's the most peaceful place I've stayed at and nicest beach. It's a secret place that will only get more popular so come before it does!

7. Silliman University

Real Street, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental Philippines +63 35 422 6002 http://www.su.edu.ph
Excellent
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4.5 based on 139 reviews

Silliman University

Reviewed By profits101 - Cebu City, Philippines

The 100+ year history of this highly ranked, American-founded university is too complex and deep to cover here. The campus is a beautiful, green respite from he surrounding city and contains fine examples of Eastlake architecture, Art Deco, and Classic architecture - set in a mature, verdant Beaux-Arts style arrangement. Also, unlike many universities, its easy to access at the gates and visitors are not turned away. Worth reading a Wiki article on it that captures the founding in depth, WWII history, and even interesting events from he Marcos era. In the meantime, just enjoy the walk.

8. Butterfly Sanctuary at Mambukal Resort

Bacolod, Negros Occidental Philippines http://mambukalresort.negros-occ.gov.ph/index.html
Excellent
18%
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4.0 based on 62 reviews

Butterfly Sanctuary at Mambukal Resort

9. Mag-aso Falls

Barangay Oringao, Kabankalan, Negros Occidental Philippines
Excellent
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4.0 based on 71 reviews

Mag-aso Falls

Reviewed By Ulvenx - Bergen, Norway

Good for swimming and grilling.Have pools also.Food sold at entrance.Kool experience.A must see. Bring food. 25 min drive from the city.

10. Mambukal Mountain Resort

Barangay Minoyan, Murcia, Negros Occidental 6129 Philippines +61 3 4433 8516 http://www.mambukalhaven.com/
Excellent
29%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
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4.0 based on 414 reviews

Mambukal Mountain Resort

Visited February 2009. Roughly 30-45 minutes south of Bacolod City. It’s a good idea to rent out transportation for the day, leave early in the morning for Mambukal, and then come back in the afternoon/evening. We rented out a jeepney for roughly 2,000 pesos and brought some food to cook. There’s quite a bit to do here at Mambukal, all on cash basis, with relatively low fees. Per the website: Hotel Rooms, Water Falls, Swimming Pools, Function Hall, Therapeutic Warm Dipping Pool, Picnic Huts, Overnight Cottages, Food Court, Bat Watching, Boating, Wall Climbing, Slide for Life, Canopy Walk, and Camping Ground. First we rented one of the picnic huts and started cooking. After we ate, we checked out the water fall, swimming pool, therapeutic warm dipping pool, boating lagoon and bat watching ….Picnic Huts – Nice views with a stand to grill and a sink wash your hands. The water comes directly from the falls.Water Fall – I’d say about it’s about a 30 minute hike to the first waterfall, over uneven ground and a single pipe railing to hold on to. Certainly a workout, I wouldn’t recommend this to the less-adventurous. There are a total of 6 or 7 waterfalls you can hike to, each one a less safe hike than the one before. You should at least hike to the first waterfall, it will be worth the trip. Bat Watching – You can see the bats hanging down from the tall trees in the distance from just about anywhere on the resort. They have specific ‘bat watching’ signs though, on the route to the first waterfall. Boating – You can rent a kayak for 30 minutes to an hour, good for 5 or 6 people per kayak. Life vests and two paddles are provided. Nice lagoon, lots of fun and good exercise. Swimming Pool – Cool water, large pool area. Like any other swimming pool except that this water is from the falls!Therapeutic Warm Dipping Pool – Like a hot shower on a cold day, but in ‘pool’ form. If you’re not used to the hot water just give your body time to adjust and sink lower and lower …. The resort was lots of fun, don’t forget the suntan lotion. Easily took up a whole day. A must visit if you are in Negros!

Reviewed By FrenxTravels - Negros Island, Philippines

Everytime I want to feel a touch of mountains, greens and get closer to nature then one of my options is Mambukal Resort. They also have hot springs, regular swimming pool, cottages for picnics, kayaking, scenics views and the well known 7 falls. I love going here from time to time. This was rated by Alex the Media Guy. #FrenxiesMedia #FrenxiesTravels #Nworld #AlexMediaGuy #FrenxiesNewsWire

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