Danao, Bohol tourism gets a boost
Posted by on July 24, 2009
Bohol may be best known for the famous Chocolate Hills, Loboc River, century-old churches, and the iconic tarsier, but a small town within this pristine province proves that it goes beyond the typical must-sees listed in travel guidebooks.
Following its commitment to bring Philippine tourism beyond the usual destinations and attractions, the Department of Tourism (DOT) is strongly pushing for sustainable, community-based travel, increasing employment and boosting grassroots-led tourism efforts that enjoin everyone in the whole locality.
Secretary Ace Durano commended the endeavors initiated by the people of Danao, appreciating what they have, and actively promoting eco-adventures in their area.
The Danao Adventure Park, recently inaugurated on its Charter Day, offers eco-thrills including the Suislide – their kilometer-long zipline, Sky Ride or cable car, and the canyon swing – dubbed The Plunge, which launches you to do a giant swing from a drop of 200 meters below – the first in the country.
From the initial investment of Php 20M, the adventure park now generates revenue of Php 1M monthly.The adventure park boasts of scenic view of the Wahig River, mountains and rolling hills, among which is the historical Dagohoy Hill, the very spot where Francisco Dagohoy started the longest revolution against the Spaniards.
Trekking, wall-climbing, rappelling, and root-climbing also await adventurous travelers, as well as kayaking, river tubing, and rock bouldering, in the river downstream. Spelunking in the mystical Kamira Cave is also a highlight. Community interaction and organic farm visits likewise invite eco-travelers to immerse in the unspoilt, undiscovered surroundings and Danao culture.
Although i’ve never been to Bohol i know a lot from this place. Its famous chocolate hills, lakes and tarsiers. Im a nature lover, so i research of some famous tourists destination so i can see the beauty even just in pictures.
I’m proud to be a Boholano and a resident of Danao itself.
To all the Danao officals, “KEEP UP A GOOD WORK” boosting our tourism industry. We will be helping together to have our own Danao to be one of the famous tourism target in the world.
It was really fun! I’ve been to Danao, Bohol recently for a team outing. I experienced the breath-taking SuiSlide!