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Major city · Philippines

Bislig

Spend 1–2 days in Bislig for Tinuy‑an Falls, Enchanted River and the Baywalk; add a night if you want a relaxed pace.

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Bislig is a small coastal town in Surigao del Sur, Mindanao. Its main attractions are the 55 m Tinuy‑an Falls (18 km north) and the Enchanted River (≈45 km east). A single night covers the sights and lets you sample local eateries. Longer stays are only needed for extra beach time or day‑trips to nearby towns.

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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
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Currency
PHP
Best months
Dec–May (dry season)
avoid Jun–Oct (rainy, possible road closures)
Airports
DVO · BXU · TDG
Nights
1

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This is a basic guide for Bislig: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
  • 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.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

Not in this guide yet

  • 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 Bislig117 ▾
  • Police117
  • Fire/ambulance117
  • National emergency911

Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.

EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Bislig, 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 (café)₱40–₱80 (≈ US$1–2)
  • Budget bedBudget inn or pension, a night, per person₱400 (≈ US$8)
  • Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱1,200 (≈ US$25)
  • High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱2,000 (≈ US$40)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱800 (≈ US$15) · Mid ₱1,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₱2,500 (≈ US$45)

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.

Tinuy‑an FallsEnchanted River (Hinatuan)Baywalk Bislig
Airports
DVO Davao International Airport (≈200 km (124 mi), 5–7 h by bus/minivan) · BXU Butuan Airport (≈158 km (98 mi), 4–5 h by bus/minivan) · TDG Tandag Airport (≈161 km (100 mi), 4–5 h by bus/minivan)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  5. May

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

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

Warmest May (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F) low), wettest Jan (18 rain days), driest Apr (11). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Bislig: 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

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

18 rd

Feb

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

14 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

13 rd

Apr

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

11 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

24°C (75°F)

13 rd

Jun

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Jul

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Aug

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

15 rd

Sep

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Oct

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

18 rd

Nov

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

18 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

18 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 dominate; fare is ₱8 per km (≈2 km minimum). Bachelor Express and Philtranco run inter‑city buses; minivans also serve Davao and Butuan.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Tinuy‑an Falls

go

Door to door: ≈45 min total

Tricycle from town, 18 km (11 mi), about 30 min

Falls are free; bring swimwear.

Enchanted River (Hinatuan)

go

Door to door: ≈1 h 15 min

Bus to Hinatuan (≈45 km (28 mi)), then tricycle 5 min

Viewing only; swimming not allowed.

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.

Hotel One Eleven

Fan/A C rooms, central Mangagoy

White Palace Inn

A C double, ₱550 per night

Casa de Babano

A C rooms, restaurant/bar, ₱630

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
₱800–₱1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
Mid
₱1,200–₱2,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Mid‑range hotel1 × 1 night × ₱1,200₱1,200
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,500₱3,000
Bachelor Express bus Davao → Bislig (one way)2 × ₱800 · check₱1,600
Tricycle ride to Tinuy‑an (round‑trip)2 × ₱200 · check₱400
eSIM 7‑day data2 × ₱1,200 · check₱2,400
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱860
Trip total≈ ₱4,730 per person per day, bed included₱9,460≈ US$170

2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑city bus passes excluded.

Prices of common things

Coffee (café)₱40–₱80 (≈ US$1–2)
Meal (local restaurant)₱100–₱200 (≈ US$2–4)
Tricycle per km₱8 (≈ under US$1)
Bottle of water (1 L)₱20–₱30 (≈ under US$1)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Bislig is generally safe for tourists. Standard precautions apply: avoid walking alone after dark in unlit areas, secure valuables, and use registered tricycles. Roads to Tinuy‑an Falls can be muddy in rain.
  • Bus schedules can vary; check latest times at the terminal (check).
  • Roads to Tinuy‑an may be muddy in heavy rain (avoid Jun–Oct).
  • Enchanted River swimming is prohibited (check for updates).

Emergency numbers

Police
117
Fire/ambulance
117
National emergency
911

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Punta dito, pakiTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police117
  • Fire/ambulance117
  • National emergency911

Embassy

US consulate in Davao (check address); other embassies in Manila.

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Bachelor Express Davao → Bislig: about ₱800 (≈ US$15), 5–7 h (check)
  • Tricycle 2 km ride: ≈₱16

Say or show

  • Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah‑sen‑syah nah)
  • Salamat — Thank you (sah‑la‑mat)
  • Magkano ito? — How much is this? (mag‑ka‑no ee‑to)
  • Saan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (saan ang ban‑yo)
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 Bislig. 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: Dec–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy, possible road closures) · month by month →
  2. 3 airports and 3 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. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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