Miniature Marvels
Discover Dauin’s hidden marine life, where frogfish, octopuses, seahorses and colourful nudibranchs turn sandy seabeds into a setting for close observation, underwater photography and unexpected encounters.
Sharks and Ocean Giants
Discover thresher sharks around Malapascua and wild whale sharks off Pintuyan, with possible manta encounters adding another dimension to marine exploration across the wider Visayas.
Dolphins and Whales
A dolphin breaking the surface changes the way an expanse of water is seen. What appeared to be open sea becomes a place of movement and possibility, with attention shifting between dorsal fins, rising bodies and the water where an animal has just disappeared. In Tañon Strait, this is the appeal of watching marine wildlife […]
Coral Gardens
Explore the coral gardens of Apo Island and Dauin, where reef fish, sea turtles and a history of community conservation bring the underwater landscapes of southern Negros into focus.
Talabong Mangroves
Talabong Mangrove Park in Bais introduces a different perspective on the coast of Negros Oriental. Here, the attraction is a forest shaped by its relationship with the sea. The provincial government identifies Talabong as a mangrove destination with a bamboo boardwalk, wild ducks and migratory birds. Its appeal lies in the opportunity to explore this […]
Tambobo Bay
Tucked into the coastline of Siaton, in southern Negros Oriental, Tambobo Bay offers a different perspective on island life. Rather than the beach resorts and diving destinations for which the province is better known, this sheltered inlet has developed a distinctive identity around sailing, maritime activity and its relationship with the surrounding coastal communities. The […]
Manjuyod Sandbar
Off the eastern coast of Negros Oriental, Manjuyod Sandbar offers one of the province’s most distinctive coastal landscapes. Extending through the shallow waters of Bais Bay, the long stretch of pale sand appears and disappears with the changing tides, creating an environment that can look remarkably different over the course of a single day. Although […]
Apo Island
A short distance offshore from the southern coast of Negros Oriental lies Apo Island, a small volcanic island whose influence extends well beyond its shores. Known for its coral reefs, resident marine turtles and pioneering approach to marine conservation, it offers a distinctive introduction to the natural environment of the central Philippines. For visitors staying […]