About Duka Bay
Duka Bay is a sheltered cove and beach resort in Barangay Duka, Medina, Misamis Oriental, on the northern coast of Mindanao facing Gingoog Bay. Known for its calm, clear waters, white sand shoreline and fringing coral reef, it is a popular local getaway for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving. The bay is managed with a marine protected area and is centered around Duka Bay Resort, which provides cottages and dive services.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, curved bay with calm turquoise water, a sandy beach lined with coconut trees and nipa cottages, and a reef area close to shore. The setting is quiet and resort-managed, with designated swimming and snorkeling areas, dive boats anchored offshore, and views across Gingoog Bay. Facilities are concentrated at Duka Bay Resort, with open-air cottages, food service and dive operations.
Key highlights
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Sheltered cove with calm, clear water suitable for swimming
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Fringing coral reef and marine protected area for snorkeling and diving
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White sand beach lined with coconut trees
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Duka Bay Resort as central hub for cottages and dive services
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Scenic views across Gingoog Bay
Route
| By air | Fly to Laguindingan Airport then travel by road to Medina |
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| By road | Accessible via the Butuan-Cagayan de Oro-Iligan Road to Medina town proper, then local road to Barangay Duka; approximately 1.5-2 hours east of Cagayan de Oro by car or van |
| By public transport |