In short
- Visit the Chocolate Hills in the morning.
- Stop at the Tarsier Conservation Area to see the primates.
- Take the Loboc River Cruise for a buffet lunch.
In this article
Booking a full-day tour is the easiest way to see the island's main spots. You can follow a set route that includes nature, wildlife, and history. Here is a sample plan covering the key stops.
How much time is needed at the Chocolate Hills?
Plan to spend about one hour at the Chocolate Hills.
This geological formation features over 1,200 cone-shaped hills. The hills turn their famous brown color during the dry season between March and May.
Where do you see tarsiers on the tour?
Tours stop at the Tarsier Conservation Area in Corella or Bilar.
You will need about 45 minutes to walk through this protected sanctuary. You can spot the world's smallest primates in their natural habitat. Keep noise to an absolute minimum and never use flash photography. Tarsiers are extremely sensitive and prone to stress.
What is the Bilar Man-Made Forest?
It is a dense, 2-kilometer stretch of mahogany trees planted along the highway.
The forest offers a cool, shaded canopy that is popular for quick stops. Most tours pull over for 15 minutes so you can take photos. Be extremely cautious of passing vehicles if you step onto the road.
When does the tour stop at the Loboc River?
The cruise serves as the lunch stop, usually scheduled between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM.
The cruise lasts 1 to 1.5 hours and features a traditional Filipino buffet. You eat on a motorized floating restaurant that travels upstream to Busay Falls. Locals perform traditional dances on floating platforms along the way.
What historic sites are on the itinerary?
The tour includes a 30-minute stop at Baclayon Church.
Constructed from coral stones, it is one of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines. Visitors need to dress modestly when entering the church to show respect to local customs.
Should I book a shared or private Bohol Countryside Tour?
Shared tours cost less, while private tours offer flexible schedules.
Both options take 6 to 8 hours and cover the same main stops. A standard shared tour starts from USD 40, while private tours start around USD 69.
Questions travellers ask
What are the stops on the Bohol Countryside Tour?
The standard tour stops at the Chocolate Hills, the Tarsier Conservation Area, the Bilar Man-Made Forest, Baclayon Church, and the Loboc River Cruise.
Does the Bohol Countryside Tour include the river cruise fee?
Many tours exclude the PHP 1,200 river cruise ticket so you can choose if you want to join. Check your specific booking to see if it includes the cruise and lunch.
How long is the full day tour?
A standard Bohol Countryside Tour takes 6 to 8 hours to complete. Pickups usually start between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
