Boracay gives you one famous beach; Bohol gives you a white-sand strip at Alona on Panglao plus a whole island of things to do inland. The Chocolate Hills, the tarsier sanctuary at Corella and the Loboc river are all reachable by public bus from Tagbilaran's Dao terminal for under ₹150 a ride. Fly into Bohol-Panglao airport from Manila, or come over from Cebu on a two-hour fast ferry. Sleep in a Panglao dorm, eat at carinderias, and rent a scooter for a day to do the inland loop yourself instead of paying for a tour.
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When to go
February to April are the driest months (about 67-80 mm of rain a month in Tagbilaran's PAGASA normals); May is the hottest, with highs around 33.5°C. October to December are the wettest (over 150 mm a month, 16-18 rainy days). UK travel advice says most Philippine typhoons hit between June and November, and boat accidents are more frequent from June to December.
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Bohol in 3 days: a day-by-day plan
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- 11:00Chocolate Hills viewing deck, CarmenHalf day · ₹225 each · Over a thousand grass-covered limestone hills, brown in the dry season. ₱150 for foreign visitors in 2026 guides; a planned increase was deferred in September 2025, so check at the gate.
- Lunch on the way
- 08:00Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, Corella1 h · ₹225 each · See the tiny tarsiers on a guided forest walk. 2026 guides give ₱150; older sources ₱60-80. Keep quiet and never use flash.
- 09:30Loboc River lunch cruise1.5 h · ₹1,795 each · Floating buffet down a jungle river with local musicians. ₱1,200 per person from 16 April 2026, lunch included.
- 11:30Hinagdanan Cave, Dauis1 h · ₹185 each · Cave with a clear underground lagoon on Panglao. Provincial tourism lists ₱25 entry plus ₱100 to swim; a 2025 visitor reported ₱50 plus ₱75.
- 13:00Lunch break
- 14:00Baclayon Church45 m · free · One of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines, damaged in the 2013 earthquake and restored. The church is free; the museum charges a fee with no official posted rate.
- 08:00Day trip: Balicasag Island marine sanctuaryHalf day · price to check · Bangka boat from Alona Beach, usually as a morning island-hopping trip (About 11 km offshore)
- 13:00Lunch break
How to get to Bohol
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Flight
Check fareCebu Pacific, PAL Express and Philippine Airlines fly from Manila; Jeju Air flies in from Seoul and Busan. Fares vary by date; could not confirm a typical fare.
Fast ferry Cheapest
₹1,315Tourist/Open Air ₱880 from 10 July 2026 after a fuel-surcharge cut; Business ₱1,320. Fares moved several times in 2026, so check before you go. Useful if you fly into Cebu (CEB), which has far more international flights.
Airport → Alona Beach Last leg
₹300About ₱200 for the whole tricycle (3-4 people). Agree the fare before you get in. There is no public bus from the airport to Alona.
Getting around once you're there
On foot
FreeAlona Beach's bars, dive shops and guesthouses sit along one strip of beach about 1.5 km long.
Jeepney
₹30About ₱15-20 a ride around Tagbilaran and nearby towns. Cash only.
Bus from Dao terminal
₹125Non-air-con bus Tagbilaran (Dao) → Carmen for the Chocolate Hills about ₱85 and 1.5 h; Dao → Loboc about ₱30.
Tricycle
₹150Short rides about ₱100-200 per tricycle; a habal-habal (motorbike taxi) is cheaper. Agree the price first.
Scooter rental
₹450From about ₱300 a day in Panglao or Tagbilaran, fuel extra. The Chocolate Hills are about 70 km from Panglao.
Where to stay in Bohol
Price per night for the room. The buttons open live availability for your dates.
Dorm
₹1,000/nightListed Panglao dorm beds run from about €4 to €17; €9.36 is a typical mid-list bed.
Apartment or guest room
₹4,180/nightSearch-engine 12-month average for Panglao apartments is about $44 a night.
3-star hotel
₹6,650/nightSearch-engine average for 3-star Panglao hotels is about $70 a night, weekday or weekend.
What to eat, and what it costs
Meal at a carinderia (local canteen)
₹180About ₱80-150 for rice and one or two dishes from the pots on the counter.
Sit-down lunch on a day trip
₹560About ₱350-400 a meal at roadside restaurants on the inland loop.
Mid-range restaurant meal
₹675About ₱300-600 per person in Panglao and Tagbilaran.
Places to visit and things to do in Bohol
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Chocolate Hills viewing deck, Carmen
₹225Over a thousand grass-covered limestone hills, brown in the dry season. ₱150 for foreign visitors in 2026 guides; a planned increase was deferred in September 2025, so check at the gate.
Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, Corella
₹225See the tiny tarsiers on a guided forest walk. 2026 guides give ₱150; older sources ₱60-80. Keep quiet and never use flash.
Loboc River lunch cruise
₹1,795Floating buffet down a jungle river with local musicians. ₱1,200 per person from 16 April 2026, lunch included.
Hinagdanan Cave, Dauis
₹185Cave with a clear underground lagoon on Panglao. Provincial tourism lists ₱25 entry plus ₱100 to swim; a 2025 visitor reported ₱50 plus ₱75.
Baclayon Church
FreeOne of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines, damaged in the 2013 earthquake and restored. The church is free; the museum charges a fee with no official posted rate.
Alona Beach at sunset
FreeFree public beach. Bangka boats for island hopping leave from here in the morning.
Day trips and next stops
Balicasag Island marine sanctuary
Check fareBangka boat from Alona Beach, usually as a morning island-hopping trip
Anda beaches and petroglyphs
Check fareBus from Dao terminal or a scooter along the south coast
Siquijor
₹1,495OceanJet fast ferry from Tagbilaran, about 2 h, one afternoon sailing
Cebu City
₹1,315OceanJet fast ferry from Tagbilaran, about 2 h
Know before you go
Mistakes to avoid
- UK travel advice (updated 15 July 2026) says about 20 typhoons hit the Philippines a year, mostly June to November, and boat accidents are more frequent June to December. Avoid overcrowded boats.
- The UK advises against all or all but essential travel to most of Mindanao, south of Bohol. Bohol is not affected, but do not take ferries onward to western or central Mindanao.
- Entry fees at the Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary and Hinagdanan Cave differ between sources. Carry extra cash and check at the window.
Ways to spend less
- Doing the Chocolate Hills, Loboc and tarsiers by Dao-terminal bus or rented scooter instead of a tour leaves you paying only fares and gate fees.
- Eat at carinderias: rice and two dishes for about ₱80-150.
- If flights into Bohol are dear, fly to Cebu and take the ₱880 OceanJet ferry across.
Say it in Filipino
A few words go a long way, especially when you ask a price.
English is widely spoken. CR means comfort room, the local word for toilet.
The pronunciation is a simple guide, not a native recording. Spot a mistake? Tell us.
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Step 11 of 11Next: FAQ↓Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Bohol?
On our month-by-month scores, the best months are Feb–Apr. February to April are the driest months (about 67-80 mm of rain a month in Tagbilaran's PAGASA normals); May is the hottest, with highs around 33.5°C. October to December are the wettest (over 150 mm a month, 16-18 rainy days). UK travel advice says most Philippine typhoons hit between June and November, and boat accidents are more frequent from June to December.
How do I reach Bohol?
Fast ferry: Cebu Port → Tagbilaran Port (OceanJet), About 2 h, about ₹1,315 one way.
How much does a 3-day trip to Bohol cost?
On the ground (stay, food, local travel and tickets), one person spends about ₹5,400 on a shoestring, ₹19,200 mid-range or ₹27,600 in comfort over 3 days. Add the journey: the cheapest sensible option is fast ferry (Cebu Port → Tagbilaran Port (OceanJet)) at about ₹1,315 each way.
How many days do you need in Bohol?
3 days is right for most people. That covers Chocolate Hills viewing deck, Carmen, Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, Corella, Loboc River lunch cruise, Hinagdanan Cave, Dauis without rushing.
Is Bohol good for families or solo travellers?
Out of 5 on our scores: solo 5, couples 5, families 4, groups 4. It works well for families. It is easy to do on your own.
Is vegetarian food easy to find in Bohol?
Vegetarian food is possible but takes asking: Filipino cooking leans on pork, chicken and fish, and even vegetable dishes like pinakbet or ginataang gulay can contain shrimp paste or pork. Alona Beach has international restaurants with vegetarian dishes; carinderias are harder, so ask before you order.
Will my phone and cards work in Bohol?
Phone signal: Globe and Smart sell prepaid SIMs. SIMs must be registered with your passport. Cards and UPI: Taken at most Panglao resorts, larger restaurants and dive shops. Not on buses, jeepneys or at most sights. Cash: Philippine peso (₱). Carry small notes for jeepneys, tricycles, buses and entry fees.
Sources and last check
Checked 5 November 2026. Fees, hours and rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
- gov.uk OfficialNo advice against travel to Bohol; against all/all but essential travel only for Mindanao areas; ~20 typhoons a year, mostly June-November (updated 15 Jul 2026)
- gov.uk OfficialPoor ferry safety record, avoid overcrowded boats, accidents more frequent June-December
- tourism.bohol.gov.ph OfficialHinagdanan Cave entrance ₱25, bathing fee ₱100 (provincial tourism page, undated)
- oceanjet.netOceanJet operator, Cebu-Tagbilaran route; main office Pier 4, Cebu
- pamasahe.comCebu-Tagbilaran Tourist/Open Air ₱880, Business ₱1,320 from 10 Jul 2026 (published 8 Jul 2026)
- pamasahe.comCebu-Tagbilaran crossing about 2 h, Cebu Port to Tagbilaran Port
- pamasahe.comTagbilaran-Siquijor about 2 h, daily 3:20 pm; fare range ₱1,000-1,560 overall but FAQ says ₱800 tourist (updated Oct 2026)
- boholislandnews.comLoboc River Cruise ₱1,200 from 16 Apr 2026, lunch included
- boholislandnews.comCarmen deferred the planned Chocolate Hills Complex fee increase due 1 Oct 2025 (article 27 Sep 2025)
- thepinaysolobackpacker.comBlog dated 12 Jul 2026: Chocolate Hills ₱150 foreigners; Tarsier Sanctuary Corella ₱150; Dao-Carmen non-AC bus ₱85 ~1.5 h; Dao-Loboc ~₱30; tricycle short rides ₱100-200; airport-Alona tricycle ~₱200 for 3-4; scooter from ₱300/day; day-trip meals ₱350-400
- jonnymelon.comChocolate Hills entrance ₱150 (2026 guide); Panglao to Chocolate Hills ~70 km; scooter ₱300-350/day
- wanderlog.comVisitor report Oct 2025: Hinagdanan ₱50 entry + ₱75 swim
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