Places to Visit in Davao del Norte, Philippines

Christ the King Cathedral

Christ the King Cathedral is the Roman Catholic cathedral located on Rizal Street in Magugpo Poblacion, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, Philippines. It serves as the seat of the Diocese of Tagum and is considered one of the largest cathedrals in Mindanao. The modern structure features a prominent facade, high ceilings, and stained-glass windows. Developed from a parish established in 1950, it remains the central place of worship and a major religious landmark in Tagum.

Tagum, Davao del NorteChurch

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Hagimit Falls

Hagimit Falls is a multi-tiered waterfall and natural spring system located in Barangay Cawag, Peñaplata District, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte, Philippines. Set within a forested area, it features a series of cascades and clear, shallow natural pools. The site is a popular day-trip destination from Davao City, known for its accessible swimming areas, picnic cottages, and maintained pathways and steps leading to the falls.

Samal, Davao del NorteWaterfall

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Kaputian Beach

Kaputian Beach is a public white-sand beach in Kaputian District on Samal Island, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte, Philippines. Located on the southwestern coast facing the Davao Gulf, it is known for its long stretch of light-colored sand, clear shallow waters, and views toward mainland Davao. Managed as Kaputian Beach Park, it is a popular day-trip destination from Davao City for swimming and picnics.

Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del NorteBeach

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Monfort Bat Sanctuary

Monfort Bat Sanctuary is a protected cave sanctuary in Barangay Tambo, Babak District, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte, Philippines. It houses the world's largest colony of Geoffrey's Rousette fruit bats (Rousettus amplexicaudatus), with an estimated 1.8 to 2.3 million individuals, recognized by Guinness World Records. Owned and managed by the Monfort family, the sanctuary focuses on conservation, education, and regulated viewing from outside five cave entrances.

Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del NorteWildlife Sanctuary

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Mount Puting Bato

Mount Puting Bato is a limestone hill and viewpoint in Barangay Tagbaobo, Kaputian District, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte, Philippines. Known as White Rock Mountain for its pale limestone outcrops, it offers panoramic views of Davao Gulf, Davao City, and the Samal coastline. Accessed by a moderate hike through forest and rocky trails, it features a viewing deck and is visited for sunrise, sunset, and photography.

Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del NorteViewpoint

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Pearl Farm Beach Resort

Pearl Farm Beach Resort is a luxury beachfront resort located on Samal Island in Barangay Adecor, Kaputian District, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte, Philippines. Developed on the site of a former pearl farm, it is known for its white-sand beach, overwater villas and Mandaya-inspired architecture. The resort faces the Davao Gulf and is accessible by boat from Davao City, offering upscale accommodation, dining and marine leisure activities in a secluded island setting.

Samal, Davao del NorteBeach

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Vanishing Island

Vanishing Island is a small white sandbar located off Tambo in Babak District, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte. Situated in the channel between Samal Island and Davao City, it is notable for appearing only during low tide and submerging at high tide. The islet is known for its fine white sand, shallow clear waters and panoramic views of the Davao Gulf.

Samal, Davao del NorteIsland