Top Things to do in Visayas
The 10 Best Nature & Wildlife Areas in Visayas, Visayas
Discover the best top things to do in Visayas, Philippines including Mt Kanloan Natural Park, Napantao Marine Sanctuary, Apo Island Marine Reserve, Tubod Marine Sanctuary, Negros Forests and Ecological Foundation Biodiversity Conservation Center, Tabuk Marine Park and Bird Sanctuary, Kalanggaman Island, Aklan Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Center, Palina Greenbelt Ecopark, Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary.
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1. Mt Kanloan Natural Park
2. Napantao Marine Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By RomanR1078
Incredible fish tank with great bio diversity from reef sharks and octopuses to frog fishes and rare nudibranches. Really amazing.
3. Apo Island Marine Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 583 reviews
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. Tubod Marine Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By 198chrisww - Worcester, United Kingdom
Great reef and plenty to see. It’s clearly signed path is in between the 2 x coco grove entrances and has motorbike parking. It’s 50/60 peso to snorkel and free to use the beach only. Great snorkelling at 0800 or later in the afternoon. Turtles are about.
5. Negros Forests and Ecological Foundation Biodiversity Conservation Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
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. Tabuk Marine Park and Bird Sanctuary
7. Kalanggaman Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 748 reviews
Reviewed By GrogramanL
Highly recommend that you go early 5:00am, join a group to make the boat ride cheaper and secure one of the better situated 500p (group) or 240p (if going solo) cottages facing the Atol, which are raised off the ground and will protect from rain. I don't think the tents are worth it. They are hot, the ground is rough and uneven. Bring a pad and sleep in the cottage. I believe a 500p cottage can sleep 6-comfortably. Snorkeling! Rent yourself a traditional mask and snorkle for 150p. You should negotiate. The best area to s orkle is on the Rocky side where you'll see buoys tied between the shore and barrier reef. We saw giant clams, eels, puffer, angel, clown, parrot fish and even a sea snake! Swim in your flip-flops (slippers) or water shoes. Most sea urchins are tucked away in the coral. Rocks are super slippery when wet, take your time. At sunrise you can find loads of common periwinkles (edible sea snails). You can boil or stir fry these tasty critters! Pro tip: Bring a needle to eat the snails.
8. Aklan Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Especially if like to see a local animal rescue in action, walk our dogs on the nearby beach, help clean the kennels, pet the cats, play with the kittens, see the happy faces at feeding time. Our staff are more than happy to direct you to splendid, undiscovered sites in the area. For a fee we can even take you there with our AARRC pickup.
9. Palina Greenbelt Ecopark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By ChaG540
Food is delicious (we were served crabs, fish, shrimps, squid, bananas), staff are courteous & accomodating, & the whole trip is relaxing...must try! PS. You may bring your own extra food, corkage is only php 20/dish
10. Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By mskaryoung
If you are into Nature, and bird watching this is a good place for you. We just went there for a day and went back to Mactan Island in the afternoon so i'm not sure where you can stay at night. You can only reach Olango Isand by boats. I only know 2 main ports, Beside Movenpick Hotel and Marigondon Beach Port. I'm not updated with the fare but it's cheap. You will also be surprised how they transport motorbikes through boats. And sometimes, because there are only few boats operates, you have to wait for the boat to be fully loaded before it goes and that is the least of your worry,if you are timid, you have to do heaps of prayers while cruising , the boat is fully loaded that you would feel it will sink in any moment. But, i traveled a year ago, im not so sure about the progress they are making. This is just about my experience. So i suggest you go and find another source :D
