Suroy Ta! Tourist Attractions
Discover the golden province's premier recreational venues, highland escapes, and coastal retreats.
Awao Falls
Awao Falls
The province's most iconic attraction: a magnificent 3-4 tiered waterfall with an 80-foot (24m) main cascade and natural swimming pools. Requires skylab chartered transport and advance booking for best experience.
Highlights
How to Get There
Bus to Monkayo
Habal-habal/Skylab to Awao Falls
Trek from barangay to Falls 1
Additional Costs
Safety & Travel Tips
- • Book skylab in advance
- • Travel during daylight only
- • Avoid during heavy rain
Agritourism & Adventure Parks
Discover Montevista's premier family destinations and agricultural attractions.
D'Fortees Nature Park and Inland Resort
Montevista's flagship attraction combining natural adventure with modern amenities. Famous for its 'Mirador de Cuarenta' viewpoint.
Jorge Town
A comprehensive family amusement complex operating since 2016.
Highland Escapes & Sea of Clouds
Experience the cool climate of Maragusan, the 'Little Baguio' of Davao Region, and mountain vistas of Mabini.
Calamba Farm (Sea of Clouds)
Top destination for sea of clouds viewing. Best visited between 5:00-6:00 AM (dissipates by 7:00 AM). Popular viewpoint accessible via tricycle from Maragusan Poblacion.
How to Get There
Follow Maragusan transport steps
Tricycle from Poblacion to Calamba Farm
- • Arrive by 5-6 AM for best clouds
- • Cold temperature - bring jacket
- • Book tricycle night before for early morning
Mabini Mountain Ridge and Biker's Camp
Mountain biking destination and campsite offering panoramic views of Davao Gulf, sea of clouds (4-6 AM), sunset views, and city lights at night. Temperatures are cool—bring jackets for overnight stays.
Lake Leonard
A scenic mountain lake offering tranquil natural beauty and peaceful retreat. (Data to be added)
Coastal Retreats
Relax at the pristine beaches of Mabini and Pantukan along the Davao Gulf.
Kopiat Island (Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort)
An 87-hectare five-star island destination featuring white sand beaches, rare coral beds, and turtle nesting sites within Mabini Protected Landscape and Seascape. Accessible via 10-15 minute boat from Pindasan Port.
How to Get There
2-hour drive/bus to Mabini
Boat from Pindasan Port
- • Book Dusit Thani day trip in advance
- • Respect marine sanctuary rules
Magnaga Waters Beach Resort
Established resort (since 1998) with 500 meters of coastline and Davao de Oro's first infinity pool. Features complete facilities including 27 rooms, multiple pools, three restaurants with Korean-Japanese buffet on weekends, and pet-friendly policy.
Sea Eagle Beach Resort
Popular beach resort offering infinity pools, snorkeling activities, and white sand beach.
Pantukan Water World
Action-oriented beach resort offering various water sports. 'A Place to Remember' with long pier for sunsets.
How to Get There
Bus from Tagum City to Pantukan
Located on National Highway Mendoza, King-King - visible signage from main highway
Nature Resorts & Hot Springs
Rejuvenate in the therapeutic waters of Nabunturan, Maco, and New Bataan.
Aguakan Cold Spring Resort
Features a wide man-made pool with crystal-clear bluish water fed by natural cold springs. Extremely cold water ideal for hot days.
How to Get There
Bus/van from Tagum to Maragusan (most convenient route)
Resort near public terminal in Maragusan
- • Extremely cold water (refrigerator-cold)
- • Bring own food (cantina prices high)
- • Capacity ~100 guests - ideal for large family reunions
Mainit Sulfuric Hot Spring and Waterfalls
A unique geothermal attraction managed by the Mansaka indigenous community, featuring steaming hot waterfalls cascading over yellowish sulfur rock formations with natural cave saunas.
How to Get There
Bus to Tagum
Jeepney bound for Masara Mining, drop at Mainit junction
Short uphill walk to hot spring
- • SUV or motorcycle recommended
- • Alternative route via Mawab with habal-habal (₱150-200, 1 hour)
Toyozu Mountain Resort & Hot Spring
Japanese-themed hot spring resort near the provincial capital.
YesGo Cold Spring Resort
Cold spring resort featuring unique superhero-themed graffiti art and overnight accommodations. Open 24/7 with bungalow-style rooms for overnight stays.
How to Get There
Bus from Tagum City to New Bataan
Habal-habal from terminal to Brgy. Andap
- • Open 24/7
- • Contact ahead for current rates: 0906-562-5571
Bamboo Garden Resort - Sol Invictus
Relaxing nature resort offering nipa huts, event facilities, and cold spring pool with panoramic mountain views.
Majestic Waterfalls
Trek to the province's most breathtaking cascades, from easy access to extreme adventure.
Tagbibinta Falls
A sacred 13-cascade waterfall series measuring approximately 700 feet total height on Mansaka ancestral land. Features clean facilities and improved concrete road access.
How to Get There
Bus to Tagum
Bus to Nabunturan
Jeepney to Maragusan
Tricycle to Tagbibinta Falls
- • Respect sacred site - Mansaka ancestral land
Malumagpak Falls
At 230 feet (70 meters), the HIGHEST waterfall in Davao de Oro. Located in Mandaya tribal territory requiring EXTREME difficulty trek with mandatory local guide. For experienced hikers only during dry season (December-May).
How to Get There
Davao Ecoland Terminal to New Bataan
Habal-habal to Purok 3, Manurigao
Extreme trek to falls (MANDATORY GUIDE)
- • EXTREME difficulty - not for beginners
- • Mandatory local guide required
- • Trek includes knee-deep mud, rappelling, river crossings
- • Dry season only (December-May)
- • Minimal facilities (solar power, basic stores)
Pyalitan Falls (Cesar's Falls)
FREE ENTRY! A spectacular 4-9 tiered waterfall (120-200 ft) with 1.8m deep natural pool. Moderate-to-difficult 1-hour trek includes rappelling, river crossing, and cave passage. Recent steel stairways installed (Nov 2024).
How to Get There
Van from Gmall Bajada Terminal to Maragusan
Habal-habal to Mapawa
Trek to falls
- • Moderate to difficult trek
- • Proper footwear essential
- • Local guides recommended
- • New steel stairs installed (Nov 2024)
- • Bring food and water
Hugo Falls
A 40-meter, 3-tiered waterfall creating a 'heavenly drizzle' effect. Features ice-cold waters with natural massage at the base. Improved farm-to-market road access.
How to Get There
Follow Maragusan transport
Habal-habal to Bagong Silang
- • Contact Maragusan Tourism for current rates: 0917-167-0347
Marangig Falls
Beautiful waterfall with FREE entrance and scenic 20-minute river trek from drop-off point.
How to Get There
Tricycle from Maragusan proper
20-minute river trek
Nearby Regional Attractions
While technically outside Davao de Oro, these spectacular destinations are easily accessible via connecting highways and make excellent additions to your itinerary.
Location: Cateel, Davao OrientalOutside Davao de Oro
Aliwagwag Falls (Davao Oriental)
One of the Philippines' most stunning waterfalls with 84 tiers cascading 340 meters—considered the highest in the country. Known as the 'Stairway to Heaven.' Accessible via Compostela-Cateel highway connecting both provinces, making it an excellent regional complement to Davao de Oro attractions.
Highlights
Additional Activities & Costs
How to Get There from Davao City
Ecoland Terminal to Cateel
Habal-habal to Aliwagwag