Maitum Bat Sanctuary

Maitum Bat Sanctuary is a protected wildlife site in Barangay Pinol, Maitum, Sarangani, Mindanao, Philippines. It centers on a cave and surrounding forest that hosts large colonies of fruit bats, including giant flying foxes. Established to conserve the roosting habitat, the sanctuary is managed with local guides and community protection. It is notable for its large bat population, forest setting, and opportunity to observe bats emerging at dusk in a natural environment.

Visitors can expect a forested cave area in Barangay Pinol where large colonies of fruit bats roost. Access is typically with a local guide along a short trail to a viewing area near the cave entrance. During daytime bats can be seen roosting inside, while the main experience is watching thousands of bats emerge at dusk. The setting is natural and quiet, with forest vegetation, limestone formations, and basic visitor facilities.

Established as a community-managed protected area in Barangay Pinol to conserve the roosting habitat of fruit bats, with support from the Municipality of Maitum and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

Represents community-based wildlife conservation in Sarangani and local efforts to protect ecologically important bat species