SIRANG LENTE: Davao de Oro Itinerary, Backpacking in Region 10, 11, BARMM

Davao de Oro Itinerary, Backpacking in Region 10, 11, BARMM

Upon research, I discovered that the province of Davao de Oro, formerly known as Compostela Valley, became the second richest province in the Philippines in 2017, according to the Commission on Audit. Why not? Aside from the local business establishments, they are the largest producers of gold (Oro) in the country; they have a lot of silver mines and banana plantations. Aside from these, they hide some precious tourist attractions, including the majestic Awao Falls.

How to Get to Davao de Oro:

By Air: Book a flight from Manila to Davao International Airport. Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, and Air Asia have their regular flights to DVO.
Take a taxi to Ecoland Terminal.
Ride in a bus to Monkayo, Davao de Oro.

Davao de Oro Tourist Spots:

Awao Falls
Kopiat Island
Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort
Pantukan Water World
Sea Eagle Beach Resort
Magnaga Waters Beach Resor
Pyalitan Falls
Lake Leonard
New Barili Heights & Sights
Bilawa Mainit Hot Waterfalls

This is Day 6 – 7 Days Solo-Backpacking in Mindanao

Northern Mindanao, Davao Region, Lanao del Sur (BARMM)

In my solo backpacking, Day 6 started in Tagum City, Davao del Norte. It's a cutting trip from Davao City due to limited time. I stayed overnight in WBC Lodge for 300 Pesos. Had breakfast at McDo which is two blocks away. Then, rode in a tricycle to the city terminal, where I rode on a Bachelor Bus to Monkayo Terminal. The terminal is by the Public Market, so it's a busy area. There are habal-habal drivers, but I chose Kuya Rodger to bring me to Awao Falls.

A photo of tourist enjoying the stunning views of Awao Falls.

Photo: An amazing view of Awao Falls.

Awao Falls hides in the mountainous farming village in Municipality of Monkayo. There is no direct transportation, so having an hour bumpy habal-habal ride with a river crossing is necessary to see its beauty. Getting here will undoubtedly be challenging, but you will be rewarded with a pristine and breathtaking waterfall. The picturesque is perfect, the ambiance is relaxing, the water is cool, and the air is fresh.