Extend your dive vacation experience by exploring the Philippines' incredible land-based attractions. From world-famous beaches to cultural treasures and natural wonders, the country offers endless opportunities for adventure.
Boracay remains the most popular tourist island, beloved for its powdery White Beach that's consistently ranked among the world's best. This vibrant destination offers parasailing, island hopping tours, snorkeling excursions, and a lively nightlife scene with numerous beachfront bars and restaurants.
For a more eco-conscious experience, Bohol combines luxury resorts with stunning natural attractions. Stay at Panglao Beach and take day trips to see the remarkable Chocolate Hills - over 1,000 symmetrical mounds that turn brown in the dry season - and visit the Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary to observe these adorable, endangered primates.
Palawan stands out as the country's crown jewel of natural beauty. El Nido dazzles visitors with its dramatic limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons, perfect for island hopping and sea kayaking. Don't miss the Puerto Princesa Underground River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring an extraordinary navigable cave system with breathtaking rock formations.
Beyond these highlights, the Philippines offers countless other attractions. Siargao attracts surfers to its famous Cloud 9 break, while adventure seekers can hike active volcanoes like Mayon in Albay or Mount Apo in Davao. The Hundred Islands National Park near Manila provides excellent island exploration opportunities, and stunning waterfalls like Kawasan Falls in Cebu offer refreshing escapes.
Cultural enthusiasts will appreciate the 2,000-year-old Banaue Rice Terraces, the historic walled city of Intramuros in Manila, and the Spanish colonial architecture of Vigan. The country's popular festival culture shines through events like Cebu's Sinulog Festival and Bacolod's MassKara Festival.
For diving destinations with great land attractions:
• Dumaguete offers scenic Rizal Boulevard, Pulangbato Falls, and the Balinsasayao Twin Lakes
• Puerto Galera features White Beach, Tamaraw Falls, and Mangyan cultural experiences
• Anilao provides access to Taal Volcano and Mt. Gulugod Baboy hikes
For more travel inspiration, visit the official
Philippines Travel website.