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Chocolate Hills
Chocolate Hills is located in the center of Bohol Island in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines and is one of the island's iconic natural views. This area features thousands of cone-shaped hills of similar form spread across a vast area; they vary in height and size, creating a unique, rolling view. It is primarily composed of ancient marine limestone, which has gradually formed the current karst landscape through long-term weathering, erosion, and dissolution. The surface of the hills is mostly covered with herbaceous vegetation, which appears a vibrant green during the rainy season; in the dry season, the grass gradually turns brown, and the hills take on a brownish hue, resembling chocolate scattered across the land, which is how it got its name.Bohol Island · 6.5km from Carmen
Bohol
Bohol is located in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines and is one of the island destinations in the Philippines, famous for its unique limestone landforms, tropical forests, river scenery, and the marine ecology of its surrounding waters. It has diverse terrain, with rolling hills, farmland, forests, and caves inland, while the coast features beaches, coral reefs, and several offshore islets. The island's iconic natural landmark is the Chocolate Hills, which consists of a large number of cone-shaped limestone hills. During the dry season, the grass turns brown, creating a unique view. It also features traditional towns, churches, and local markets, offering a mix of tourism experiences such as nature sightseeing, seaside relaxation, and rural experiences.Carmen · 5.9km from downtown
Loboc River
The green Loboc River flows quietly through Bohol Island, with dense vegetation covering both banks. Deep in the riverside jungles lies the habitat of various mysterious animals. Such pristine tropical scenery inevitably brings the Amazon River to mind, which is perhaps why it has earned the title of the "Amazon of the East." Cruising the river is widely considered the best way to experience the charm of the Loboc River. Drifting along the quiet waters, you can enjoy the tropical rainforest scenery while observing the unique traditional houses on both banks and feeling the authentic local culture. Perhaps as you pass by, beautiful local girls are playing guitars, singing, and dancing on bamboo platforms by the river, while a mischievous child sits in a tall coconut tree on the bank, waving at you. The end of the boat trip is an indigenous village, where you can go ashore to watch performances like archery, jumping through fire hoops, and fire-eating. Most people who come here participate in a Loboc River cruise, which lasts about 1 hour. The boat departs from Loay Bridge in the southwest of Bohol Island and travels upstream to Busay Falls in the center of the island; this sightseeing route is particularly popular with tourists. The boat offers a hearty and authentic Filipino meal, where you can taste local delicacies such as fresh grouper, squid, and shrimp. During the cruise, local singers will play guitars and sing classic English songs on board, which is quite relaxing.Sevilla · 21.3km from Carmen
Pangas Falls
Bohol Island · 13.3km from Carmen
Alona Beach
Alona Beach is a representative local seaside attraction that stretches about 1 km, characterized by its fine white sand, clear turquoise water, and low limestone cliffs at both ends. The coastline curves, showcasing typical tropical island scenery. The near-shore waters feature coral reefs, perfect for snorkeling and diving, where visitors can observe coral and a variety of tropical fish. You can also take boats from near the beach for island hopping, sightseeing, and dolphin watching. During the day, you can walk on the beach, swim, relax, and enjoy the sea views. The evening is perfect for watching the sunset, while at night, the restaurants and bars along the coast come alive.Bohol Island · 56.6km from Carmen
Bohol Enchanted Zoological and Botanical Garden
Bohol Island · 18.4km from Carmen
Bilar Man-Made Forest
The mahogany forest is located near the Chocolate Hills, a sheep intestine path in Bohol Province, Bohol Island. The path is full of mahogany trees. This is a man-made forest. During the Second World War, in order to avoid the war, a large number of local people fled into the forest, which made the deforestation of the Luobo River Basin quite serious. The local government established the Luobo River Basin Afforestation Project (LWRP) in 1947. Promote greening and planting artificial forests. After decades of hard work, this dense forest is lined with trees, the air is fresh, and there are tree-lined paths in the middle of the forest. It should be very pleasant to walk around here.Loboc · 22.9km from Carmen
Oslob Whale Shark Watching
• Get up close and personal with gentle giants in Oslob, Cebu, Philippines. • A unique interactive wildlife experience that will surely become a wonderful adventure memory. • Feed the sharks and explore the coral reefs off Cebu's southern coast. ▴ Be prepared for close encounters with whale sharks. ▴ Explore the wonderful underwater world.Oslob · 99km from Carmen
Panglao Island
Panglao Island is located in the southwest of Bohol Province, Central Visayas region, Philippines, separated from the main Bohol Island by a narrow body of water and connected by bridges and land routes. It is a well-known beach resort and diving destination in the Philippines. The island is characterized by its white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters, tropical vegetation, and rich marine ecology, with various beaches, resort hotels, restaurants, and diving centers distributed along its coast. Its surrounding waters feature coral reefs, seagrass beds, and a variety of tropical fish, making it suitable for snorkeling, scuba diving, and island-hopping boat tours.Dauis · 51.1km from Carmen
Balicasag Island
Balicasag Island is located in the waters southwest of Panglao Island, Bohol Province, Central Visayas, Philippines, and is a tropical island famous for its coral reefs, marine life, and diving activities. It is small in size and generally low-lying, surrounded by clear turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and a rich underwater ecosystem. A marine sanctuary is located nearby, and the seabed features coral gardens, steep underwater walls, and habitats for various fish species. Common marine life includes green sea turtles, hawksbill turtles, jackfish, and barracuda. The island also retains residential areas for local inhabitants and offers resort accommodations, dining options, and diving service facilities.Bohol Island · 66.9km from Carmen
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Chocolate Hills
Bohol Island · 6.5km from CarmenBohol
Carmen · 5.9km from downtownLoboc River
Sevilla · 21.3km from CarmenPangas Falls
Bohol Island · 13.3km from CarmenAlona Beach
Bohol Island · 56.6km from CarmenBohol Enchanted Zoological and Botanical Garden
Bohol Island · 18.4km from CarmenBilar Man-Made Forest
Loboc · 22.9km from CarmenOslob Whale Shark Watching
Oslob · 99km from CarmenBook now for tomorrowPanglao Island
Dauis · 51.1km from CarmenBalicasag Island
Bohol Island · 66.9km from Carmen
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What travellers say about Carmen
Success3018 February 2026
5.0
Chocolate Hills is one of the Philippines’ most iconic natural wonders, famous for its uniquely shaped hills that turn chocolate brown in the dry season. Well-maintained, it’s a must-visit for foreign travelers seeking breathtaking and unforgettable scenery in Bohol.
Chocolate Hills
Ashthea1 May 2023
5.0
A must try attraction and you should add it in your bucket list when you are in Bohol.-Chocolate Hills
Bohol
Workcator Freelance Gal28 August 2022
4.0
Loboc River Cruise is the best river cruise in the philippines. It's a complete package of entertainment, live music and dance and unlimited buffet foods to soothe both local and international tongue. 1000/10 although it got a bit pricey nowadays, I'd still recommend!
Loboc River
Tourmen6 June 2025
5.0
My friends and I were here in May 2025. The weather was good - sunny and no precipitation. The area is clean, there is a small entrance fee. We spent at least 3 hours here - jumping into the water from the very top, swimming, renting a SUP board, there is also an opportunity to float upstream and jump from a bungee there - I recommend!! It was unforgettable!Tips: take water and a snack with youReasons to Recommend: the opportunity to spend time actively and usefully
Pangas Falls
Marieta Du Toit10 February 2025
5.0
This beach is beautiful and has a lot of nice places to eat. It is good for a sunrise and sunset. White sand and the water is clean to swim in.
Alona Beach
Ally33312 May 2023
4.0
Beautiful place, lovely for photos, but a bit offputting with the amount of tourists standing in the middle of the road taking photos
Bilar Man-Made Forest
Amanda Viernes27 April 2025
5.0
Swimming with the gentle giants in Oslob was an unforgettable experience! Seeing the whale sharks up close felt surreal and humbling. It’s something I used to only see in documentaries, and being there in real life made me appreciate nature even more. Make sure to follow the rules and respect the animals! A once-in-a-lifetime adventure that’s worth the early morning wake-up!
Oslob Whale Shark Watching
VC1422 April 2023
5.0
A fun little island to check out for a day or two. Amazing underground pool in a cave, paths to check out, resorts, small towns, and hole in the walls all over. you just have to go off the road and look for them or ask around
Panglao Island
RabsShowtime6 October 2024
5.0
Beautiful island just a boat ride from Bohol. We had a snorkeling trip here and were spoilt with beautiful crystal clear water. We got to see turtles and beautiful marine life. The locals all work together to keep the island clean. Lunch was simple but good and there are ladies selling souvenirs. Overall a beautiful island to visit.Tips: Go early to avoid the crowdsReasons to Recommend: Snorkeling and diving
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