Sustainable Local Trips and Activities to Enjoy This Year
Here’s an opportunity to immerse in more meaningful travel experiences and fully appreciate the best natural and cultural experiences in the Philippines. 🍃 🐢
VISIT THE BIRI LAROSA PROTECTED LANDSCAPE AND SEASCAPE
📍Biri Island, Northern Samar
The Biri Larosa Protected Landscape and Seascape are famous for their natural rock formations, mangrove forests and beaches, coral reefs, and seagrass beds. The island also offers other adventure activities like paddleboarding, surfing at the Philippine Dream site, and Beach Camping.
WANDER AND CYCLE AROUND MANILA WITH A BAMBOO BIKE
📍Intramuros, Manila
The eco-friendly Bambike, made from durable bamboo and other sustainable materials can take you exploring around the walled city of Intramuros. Ride at your own pace and time plus see every nook and cranny of the Walled City, including the Fort Santiago, Plaza Roma, Puerta del Parian, and many more.
PROTECT MARINE TURTLES AT THE PAWIKAN CONSERVATION CENTER
📍Morong, Bataan
The Pawikan Conservation Center has been home to the Pawikan who were injured in the sea. These marine turtles are treated and rehabilitated until they’re capable and strong enough to go back to their habitat. You can volunteer in patrolling or join “Adopt a Turtle Program” where you can release a baby turtle back to the sea for only PHP 50.
EXPLORE DANJUGAN ISLAND AND EXPERIENCE NATURE AT ITS PUREST FORM
📍Danjugan Island, Negros Occidental
Danjugan Island is an ecotourism destination with its protected marine reserve and wildlife sanctuary. Visiting the island will bring you closer to nature while feeding your thirst for adrenaline-pumping activities with nature, marine, and wildlife encounters.
EXPERIENCE A WALK-THROUGH TOUR ON THE MINI FOREST OF THE PHILIPPINE EAGLE CENTRE
📍Davao City
The Philippine Eagle Centre is committed to the preservation of the eagle’s rainforest habitat and the biodiversity it represents. You would be surprised to discover that the wildlife haven is not only about eagles — there are also monkeys, some other birds, and ponds with fishes to see up-close.
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