Things to Do - Philippines

Diving
The Philippines is reputed as one of the best destinations for diving. With an amazing diversity of more than 800 types of colourful corals and large variety of marine life beneath the sea, the diving experience will be an unforgettable one. There are a number of dive sites throughout the islands that suit either beginners or expert divers. The best known of these are Batangas, Boracay, Cebu, Mindoro and Palawan, most of which are within easy-reach from Manila.
 

See some sights
The Philippines is blessed with a beautiful environment and skilful people who have created some beautiful structures in the world. Some of these sites include the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Banaue Rice Terraces, the Baroque-style Philippine World Heritage site churches, etc. One can also visit the smallest active volcano in the world, the Taal Volcano in Batangas.
 

Chill at the beaches
With 7,107 islands, and a coastline twice the length of that of the United States, the Philippines can claim to be Asia's Beach Capital. Enjoy the warm crystal blue waters of both the China Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Mention the Philippines and images of long, white sand beaches and bodies of water blessed with a variety of marine life come to mind. Some of the famed beaches are Boracay, Panglao, El Nido and Honda bay.
 

Visit Bohol
To get in touch with the animal kingdom at its best, do make a trip to one of Philippines’ wonders. Here at Bohol, you will find one of the smallest known primates known as the Trasier. The tarsier is about 15 cm in height, between 115 and 130 in weight and also has huge and steady eyes. These are specially protected and are considered to be part of the country’s natural heritage. Bohol is, however, best known for its Chocolate Hills, its most famous attraction. It is not man-made and is a true beauty of nature. The hills look like a woman’s full breast and are uniform in shape. They are mostly covered with grass and turns chocolate brown during the dry season. Its height is about 30-50 meters. It is estimated that there are about 1,268 hills in the area. It’s an amazing view that you should not miss to see.