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Major city · Philippines

Mati

Spend 1–2 days: beach, museum and local market; reach by bus from Davao (3–5 h) or van (≈3 h).

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Mati is a small coastal town in Davao Oriental, reachable by a 3–5 hour road trip from Davao. Its main attractions are Dahican Beach, Subangan Museum and local markets, all within easy tricycle reach. One full day covers the beach and museum; a second day allows relaxed beach time or a short hike.

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3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
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Currency
PHP
Best months
Nov–May (dry season)
avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season)
Airports
MXI · DVO
Nights
1–2

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide for Mati: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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  • Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
  • Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
  • Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
  • Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
  • Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Mati117 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Mati, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at a café₱50–₱100 (≈ US$1–2)
  • Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry₱100 (≈ US$2)
  • Budget bedDormitory or budget hostel bed, a night, per person₱300 (≈ US$6)
  • Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double room, a night, per room₱1,200 (≈ US$25)
  • High-end bedMid‑range hotel double room, a night, per room₱2,000 (≈ US$40)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱600 (≈ US$11) · Mid ₱1,000 (≈ US$18) · High ₱1,500 (≈ US$30)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Dahican BeachSubangan MuseumMindanao SAGA Flying ClubLocal market
Airports
MXI Mati Airport (No scheduled flights; Cebu Pacific plans future service (check).) · DVO Davao International Airport (Nearest commercial airport, about 165 km (103 mi) north.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  5. May

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

Best: Nov–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest Mar (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest May (8). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Mati: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

12 rd

Feb

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

11 rd

Mar

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

10 rd

Apr

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

9 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

8 rd

Jun

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Jul

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Aug

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Sep

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Oct

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

10 rd

Nov

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

9 rd

Dec

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

11 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Tricycles are the main local transport; ₱8 per 2 km. From downtown to Mayo Bay or Dahican Beach costs ₱40 each.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Dahican Beach

go

Door to door: ≈15 min

Tricycle from town centre, about 10 min

Public beach; parking ₱50 may apply.

Subangan Museum

go

Door to door: ≈10 min

Walk along National Highway, 5 min

Entry ₱100.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Chew Citi Lodge

Fan and A/C rooms, near bus terminal.

Mati Citi Lodge

Near Madang Terminal.

Casa Rosa Bed & Breakfast

Fan double room, ₱400 per night, wifi.

Toms Hometel

Fan/air‑con twin rooms, ₱400–₱600 per night, free Wi‑Fi.

La‑Ne's Katulganan

Fan double rooms, ₱500 per night.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₱500–₱800 (≈ US$9–15) excl. bed
Mid
₱800–₱1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Mid‑range hotel double room1 × 1 night × ₱1,200₱1,200
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,000₱2,000
Bus Davao → Mati (one way)2 × ₱250 · check₱500
Van Davao → Mati (one way)2 × ₱220 · check₱440
Tricycle ride (2 km)2 × ₱8 · check₱16
eSIM data (1 week)2 × ₱1,500 · check₱3,000
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱716
Trip total≈ ₱3,936 per person per day, bed included₱7,872≈ US$140

2026 estimate in PHP; flights and long‑distance bus not included.

Prices of common things

Coffee at a café₱50–₱100 (≈ US$1–2)
Meal (local restaurant)₱150–₱300 (≈ US$3–6)
Bottle of water (500 ml)₱20–₱30 (≈ under US$1)
Tricycle (2 km)₱8 (≈ under US$1)
Museum entry₱100 (≈ US$2)
Beach parking₱50 (≈ under US$1)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Mati is generally safe for tourists; petty theft is rare but keep belongings secure, especially on crowded tricycles.
  • No regular flights to Mati Airport; plan to fly into Davao and take road transport.
  • Bus schedules can vary; confirm departure times at the Mati Tourist office.

Emergency numbers

Police
117
Fire/ambulance
117

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Emergency

  • Police117
  • Fire/ambulance117

Embassy

US Embassy in Manila; consulate in Davao (check address).

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Davao → Mati bus: about ₱250 (≈ US$5), 4–5 h (check)
  • Davao → Mati van: about ₱220 (≈ US$4), ≈3 h (check)
  • Tricycle 2 km: ₱8 (≈ under US$1)

Say or show

  • Tagpila? — How much? (tag‑pee‑la)
  • Salamat — Thank you (sa‑la‑mat)
  • Nasaan ang tabing-dagat? — Where is the beach? (na‑sa‑an ang ta‑bing‑da‑gat)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Mati. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Nov–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
  2. 2 airports and 5 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Bus from Davao (₱250, 4–5 h) → tricycle to beach (₱40).
  2. Van from Davao (₱220, ≈3 h) for faster arrival.

Meanwhile

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