Travel Guide: Panglao Island, Bohol

Panglao is an island located in the province of Bohol, Central Visayas Region. The island is a large island which is politically divided into two municipalities: the town of Dauis and Panglao town.

The island has several white-sand beaches and it is one of the main tourist destinations in the Philippines. Panglao is also connected to the main island of Bohol by bridges. There are lots of hotels and resorts in the island. The main tourist area in the island is the Alona Beach and the Dumaluan Beach.

Dumaluan Beach, Panglao

Panglao Beach

Bohol Beach Club

Google Map

How to get there:

From Manila, ride a plane to Tagbilaran Airport in Bohol. From Tagbilaran City, ride a jeepney, tricycle or taxi to Panglao Island.

You can also ride a ship bound for Cebu City, and then from Cebu City, ride a ferry or a fastcraft  to Tagbilaran Port and then ride a jeepney, tricycle or taxi to Panglao Island.

You can also ride a plane to Cebu City, and then from Cebu, ride a ferry or a fastcraft  to Tagbilaran Port and then ride a jeepney, tricycle or taxi to Panglao Island.

Travel Time:

Manila to Tagbilaran City - 1 hour
Tagbilaran City to Panglao Island - 20 to 30 minutes

Manila to Cebu
By plane - 1 hour
By boat - 15 to 20 hours

Cebu City to Tagbilaran City - 1.5 to 2 hours
Tagbilaran City to Panglao Island - 20 to 30 minutes