Experience rustic community life and appreciate local management of river, estuarine and mangrove ecosystems in this quaint village of Cambuhat in Buenavista town, 2.5 hours northeast of Tagbilaran City, Bohol. Paddle with fisherfolks along the mangrove-lined Daet River, one of the cleanest river systems in the province.

Learn how dedicated fisherfolks and local women turn this remote barangay into an internationally-awarded ecotourism destination showcasing a best practice in mangrove conservation through Community-based Forest Management Agreement (CBFMA). Watch demonstrations of oyster farming and grouper culture. Experience raffia weaving-a local handicraft passed on from many generations. Enjoy buri dance-an interpretation of how the community survived through the humble benefits of buri palm during the Japanese war. Savor a delectable meal of oyster, mudcrab, takla, and other local cuisine.

Heading back the city, take a glimpse of the biggest stone church in Bohol, the Nuesta Senora de la Luz Church in Loon town characterized by an elaborate Baroque style coraline architecture constructed in 1815 by Jesuits completed by Recollect priests in 1855 dashed with magnificent fresco ceilings painted by a Cebuano, Rey Francia, in 1920. En route to Maribojoc town, the tour stops at the Castillo de San Vicente (Punta Cruz watchtower). Constructed in 1796, it is the only perfect isosceles triangle structure in the country which served as part of the local defense system against Moro raids.

'Danao is not your usual take on Bohol! It's a destination offering a wide variety of activities.' Amidst the lush valley framed by majestic expanse of mountain ranges, Danao Adventure Park is located in Magtangtang, Danao town, 72 kilometers from Tagbilaran City. It hosts the Danao Eco-Educational-Extreme Adventure Tour (EAT Danao) offering responsible travel to nature lovers or adventure enthusiasts and provides multiple satisfaction and benefits to leisure beyond the usual with a natural high. It also aims towards conserving the environment and sustaining local people's well-being.

Get wet! Kayak, go rubber tubing, or simply swim in the scenic, fast-flowing, lime-green Wahig River. Water tubing-an innovative Filipino twist on white-water rafting-uses simple tires and paddles and can be done solo or in a group. Not everybody needs to paddle-some can sit back and exhilarate from the picturesque and scenic greens of canopies and foliage.

Go for moderate caving-the inland town of Danao is blessed with a number of caves. Kamira Cave, declared one of those safe to explore, is 477 meters long and takes about 45 minutes to an hour to explore. It is home to bats and freshwater crabs and is abundant with breathtaking formations of stalagmites and stalactites.

Burn that calories by root or hill climbing. Trek the guided viewing deck and see magnificent sunrises/sunsets amidst wonderful mountain ranges, the rich forests of Wahig-Inabanga watershed and its marvelous river ecosystem.

Get educated about environmental, cultural heritage preservation and sustainable agriculture through discussions about watersheds and natural landscapes, cave and forest ecosystem, organic farming and visits to the villagers. Do the rice field walk and listen to the rich heritage of Francisco Dagohoy's long-recorded revolution in Philippine history, Danao's pride. Eat and enjoy the delicious and sumptuous meal of native chicken, fresh organic vegetable salad barehands. Such would really be nostalgic.

Push your limits! Venture into more extreme adventure activities like biking, river trekking, tyrolean traverse, rappelling, bouldering, rock climbing or even bungee jumping (soon). EAT Danao!

The deep sea waters surrounding Pamilacan Island, part of the globally significant Bohol Marine Triangle (BMT), is home to at least 11 of the 22 known species of marine mammals in the country. As a migratory highway towards Indonesia and Malaysia, the BMT is frequented by long-snouted spinner, bottlenose, and risso's dolphins because of its rich feeding ground. Also sighted in the area are short-finned pilot whales, bryde's whales and the gigantic sperm whales.

Pilak, where the island's name is derived from, is a large hook implement used by former whale and dolphin hunters before they became guardians of these giant sea animals. The tour is designed to help save these magnificent marine mammals. Each visit is a significant contribution as it provides and sustains the alternative livelihood of these former whalers for them to completely abandon whale and dolphin hunting.

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Trek the bamboo footpath or paddle boat through the extensive welcoming mangrove forest of Lamanoc point into the mystical island of Lamanoc where its tranquil and pristine seascape offer solace to the hustles and bustles of urban living.

Plunge into the refreshingly cold emerald blue waters of unspoilt Lamanoc beach. Unveil its mystical secrets with the red hematite paintings, rock shelters, cave formations, the Shaman's trail, wild flora, fossilized fauna, flying foxes and bats among others through well-trained community guides.

Listen and learn about stories of the "other world" and the wonderful fishing life of the locals. Splurge yourself with a lunch of seafoods and other menu over a rendition of songs.

Stride in the mangrove boardwalk and get an authentic look at the natural and cultural wonders of the mangrove forest in Maribojoc Bay known to be the 2nd most diverse in the Philippines and habitat to over 17 mangrove species, 32 bird, 19 shellfish and 61 fish species.

Plant a mangrove propagule in estuarine mudflats and partake in local conservation efforts; venture Abatan River through a relaxing cruise; discover how locals gather fish, shrimp and shellfish.

Visit Punta Cruz watchtower build in 1796 and learn from its heritage values; marvel at its structural strength of this Spanish fortress against pirates and Muslim marauders; and dine and retire in local homestays.

Interact with a community association and learn marine protected area management and seaweed farming; hop to Balicasag, Gak-ang and Puntod (uninhabited) islands whose fine white sand beaches are ideal for swimming and picnicking.

Dive or snorkel at the world-know dive sites of Black Forest, Rudy's Rock, Rico's Wall, the Cathedral and Diver's Haven and see barracudas, jacks, big-mouth mackerels, scorpion fishes, parrot fishes, lion fishes, red-tooth trigger fishes, sea turtles and black corals.

And experience local hospitality over some tasty meal catered by community women.

Travel back in time in a visit to Baclayon Church (1595), one of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines; explore the church museum and see ivory statues, golden vests and other precious religious relics; witness 16th-18th century heritage churches and watch towers of Dauis and Panglao.

Experience pre-war cultural heritage at the Cloribel Ancestral House; picnic in white sand beaches' splurge in community souvenir shops.

Rejuvenate at Bohol Bee Farm, a relaxing wellness resort serving honey-based cooking and organically-grown garden-fresh vegetables.

Cogtong Bay in Candijay town is the largest and most biologically diverse mangrove area in Bohol covering about 2,200 hectares. This vast mangrove forest however, is threatened by deforestation and siltation due to indiscriminate cutting and conversion of mangrove stands into fishponds.

The tour is a community endeavour and a commitment to sustained protection and conservation of threatened natural resources. The tour showcases local management and conservation of threatened mangrove habitats.

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