Davao City: Philippine Eagle Center the Second Time Around

Second time here in Philippine Eagle Center, its been a year since my last visit yet nothing much have changed. Still we enjoyed the place and these are just some of the amazing creatures we encountered here.

Names of people and families that helped fund this place.

Sponsors wall

Philippine Eagle Center Entrance Fee

Adult – 150 Php
Youth – 4 to 18 yrs. old – 100 Php

Philippine Eagle Center Operating Hours

Opens daily from 8 AM to 5 PM

 

Samal Island Hopping

On our trip to Davao, we allotted 1 whole day of island hopping trip to Samal Island, Starting our day from Sta. Ana Warf we headed our way to the Giant clam sanctuary where we swam on the shallow waters with the giant clams, passing by Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Small and Big Ligid, etc. We also spend time swimming in Canibad Island and sunset at vanishing island. 

Giant Clam Sanctuary

Pearl Farm Beach Resort

Canibad Beach

Vanishing Island

The tour was provided by PDS Sea Transport and their rates and contact numbers are below:

Samal Island: Canibad Beach

Canibad Cove in Samal Island is a hidden paradise and only few were able to enjoy its pure bliss. Such a very simple and rustic place. Located at Barangay Aundanao Island City of Samal, this is at the other side of Samal facing Davao Oriental. Visiting this place was included in our whole day island hopping tour in Samal Island.

The long stretch of pebbled shore may not be so impressing but with the contrasting colors of  the sky, the  sea, lush greenery and few people, its a perfect place to relax.

As we near the rock formation at the right side of the beach, We saw some peeps jumping from the tip of the cliff to the water. It looks really fun. I wanted to try jumping too but I was with my family and didn't let me as they said it looks dangerous. So we just enjoy and swim in the clear cold water.

Samal Island: Giant Clam Sanctuary

A 4-hectare marine reserve in Barangay Adecor, Kaputian District of Samal Island comes the Giant Clam Sanctuary. Giant Clams, also known as "taclobo" in the local dialect. They are like giant flowers underneath this shallow waters. Some of the clams are reportedly more than 10 yrs old and can reach 500 kilograms. They are solar animals that needs sun to survive. 

We came here as part of our whole day tour in Samal island. We also went snorkeling to see these giant clams up close.

There are also lots of fishes here, and we all enjoyed the experience.

> Entrance Fee: Php 100 (inclusive of environmental fee)
> Equipment rentals: Php 100 for mask and snorkel, Php 300 for GoPro rental

Batangas: La Luz Beach Resort

Lets have a little throwback from the quick getaway to a place not so far from the city. Our destination, La Luz Beach Resort Batangas.

The resort is generally clean and well-maintained, mostly furnished with native materials. Though the beach sand was not as white and fine, it has pebbles and loose corals and is dirty-white. We were also required to avail their food package in the resort. But the most important thing is that it has a relaxing atmosphere. Here are some pictures from our relaxing weekend.