Davao City

Davao City

Davao City in Mindanao (Philippines)

Davao City guide

Davao, the third most important city due to its economy and population located in the south of the Philippines. The name of this immense city comes from the Dávao River, which is the main water channel of the region, which flows into the well-known Seno Bay of Dávao.

Dávao, is one of the main economic drivers because it promotes tourism in most of the south of the Asian country, for being so exotic and offering various water activities.

What to do in Davao City

Dávao offers endless recreational activities and many wonderful places adapted for all ages and tastes that you can not miss during your visit.

If you are interested in expanding your knowledge a bit, do not forget to visit the Museum of History and Ethnography of Davao and the Lon Wan Buddhist Temple.

In Davao there is a variety of cultures and religions, the Japanese being one of these because of the Second World War, that is why you can go to the Japanese Tunnel and the Japanese Museum of the city.

Those who want to take a quiet stroll and connect with nature can visit: Dávao Zorb Park, Eden Nature Park, or People's Park.

But if you are a lover of the sea and water sports you can visit Pro Dive Davao, South Shore Divers or Carabao Dive Center. The city has a wide range of companies offering this type of activities.

Monte Apo

It is a very famous mountainous region located on the island of Mindanao. Mount Apo is the highest point in the Philippines, with a height of 2,956 meters, an impressive place that allows you to observe the entire city of Davao.

Mount Apo is also known as "master", "sir" and "grandfather". The mountain has three peaks, and at the top there is a volcanic crater that at a distance seems to be snow but really its white color is due to sulfur.

Climbers from all over the world travel to Dávao from the Philippines to take the route of Mount Apo.

But if your desire is to make tourism you can visit it at any time of the year, becoming an interesting and obligatory walk to do.

Crocodile Park

If your idea is to visit this region, you must make a mandatory stop at Crocodile Park, an important zoo and outdoor crocodile farm, with interesting shows and exhibitions of wildlife.

This exotic place that opened its doors to the public in 1995, has been in charge of the preservation of crocodiles and other wild animals.

Crocodile Park, has become the home of the largest saltwater crocodile in captivity in the Philippines, a species with a length of 18 feet. In the park we can also observe crocodiles of all sizes and varied ages.

Philippine Eagle Center

Lovers of flora and fauna will be amazed by the Philippine Eagle Center, it is one of the favorite places for tourists because here they can have direct contact with nature.

The main function of the Philippine Eagle Center, is to act as a conservation center for the breeding of diverse species of birds, mammals and reptiles in danger of extinction, among them the Philippine eagle.

Although this place is responsible for fulfilling these functions, in recent years it has become an important tourist spot in Dávao, the Philippines.

It also has a typical flora and a wonderful rainforest, with a wide variety of trees and plants.

Village park

The tourism in Dávao is characterized by having sites dedicated to the care of the environment, the People's Park is another excellent option because here we can see an extensive variety of plants from all over the world.

The People's Park was founded on December 15, 2007, and its name comes from the "Name the Park" contest created by the government of Davao.

In this magical place you can find the famous sculptures of the Davao natives made by Kublai Millan. When night falls it becomes a place of dance for the inhabitants of the city.

Food in Davao City

In Dávao, you will find a diverse and exotic menu whose main ingredient is rice, as you will find it in almost all dishes.

Now, one of the favorite places for tourists to enjoy a delicious menu is the restaurant Ahfat Seafood Plaza, offers a wide variety of Chinese food and options for vegetarians.

Other excellent options to enjoy seafood and Filipino dishes are: Marina Tuna, Yellow Fin Seafood Restaurant, Lachi's and Blue Post Boiling Crabs and Shrimps, ideal for family enjoyment, for business meetings or a romantic dinner.

Climate in Davao City

The climate in Davao is hot, oppressive, and overcast. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 75°F to 91°F and is rarely below 73°F or above 94°F.

The best time of year to visit Davao for hot-weather activities is from late December to mid April.