Philippines | Bohol | Chocolate Hills

📍Address Carmen, Bohol, Philippines 👉 The Chocolate Hills are located in Carmen, a town in the central part of Bohol Island. This unique landscape consists of over 1,200 natural limestone hills and is one of the Philippines' most famous natural wonders and tourist symbols. ⸻ 🕒Opening Hours • Daily: 08:00–18:00 • Chocolate Hills Complex viewpoint requires an entrance fee 🎫 Ticket: Approximately PHP 100 per person (around 60 TWD) ⸻ 🚍Transportation ✅ From Tagbilaran or Panglao Island: 1. 🚗 Self-drive/Private car hire (Highly recommended) • About 1.5 hours drive from Tagbilaran City • About 2 hours drive from Panglao Island • You can hire a car for a day to visit nearby attractions (e.g., Tarsier Sanctuary, Loboc River) 2. 🚌 Public bus/Jeepney • Take a bus from Tagbilaran City to Carmen bus station, then transfer to a tricycle to reach the Chocolate Hills area • Takes about 2.5–3 hours; less convenient but offers local charm 3. 🏍 Motorcycle rental (High flexibility) • Suitable for travelers who can ride motorcycles and want to explore Bohol Island at their own pace ⸻ ✅Reasons to Visit • Over 1,200 limestone hills of nearly uniform size and conical shape, turning brown during the dry season, resembling "chocolate," hence the name • Designated as a National Geological Monument in the Philippines • A rare geological formation with various theories about its origin (e.g., seabed uplift, wind erosion, or ancient coral reef) • The viewpoint offers a panoramic view of the rolling hills, resembling a fantasy world • Especially stunning during sunrise and sunset, perfect for photography and sightseeing • Rich in fairy-tale charm and a sense of primitiveness, with local legends such as the "tears of giants" ⸻ 📌Recommended Follow-up Itinerary Suggested as a "Central Bohol Nature + Culture Day Tour": 1. Tarsier Sanctuary • Home to the world's smallest primates, incredibly adorable; visitors must remain quiet and avoid flash photography 2. Loboc River Cruise • Enjoy dining on a boat with traditional music performances while admiring the beauty of tropical jungle waterways 3. Baclayon Church • One of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines, a heritage site of Spanish colonial architecture 4. Sipatan Twin Hanging Bridge • A slightly shaky but safe bamboo bridge, offering a thrilling experience and local charm 5. Evening relaxation at Alona Beach's bar area in Panglao