The Complete Bohol-Panglao Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors

Bohol is the Philippines' tenth-largest island and one of its most visited provinces. With the Bohol-Panglao International Airport now serving more direct flights, getting here has never been easier.

Getting to Bohol

The Bohol-Panglao International Airport (TAG) receives direct flights from Manila (1.5 hours), Cebu (25 minutes), and Clark. Airlines include Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and AirAsia Philippines. A ferry from Cebu takes roughly 2 hours on the fast craft.

Airport to Your Villa

The airport is on Panglao Island itself, roughly 15–20 minutes from most of the island. Aman Sinaya Villas in Daorong, Danao is about 15 minutes from the terminal. Grab, tricycles, and private transfers are all available, and transfers can be arranged for you in advance.

Best Time to Visit

Dry season: January to May (peak months are March and April). Shoulder season: June and November. Rainy season: July to October. That said, rain in Bohol is often short and intense — afternoons only — so the island is visit-worthy year-round.

Getting Around Panglao

Motorbike rentals cost ₱350–500/day and are the most common way to explore. Tricycles handle short trips for ₱50–150. Grab is available but less reliable outside the Alona area. For mainland Bohol excursions (Chocolate Hills, Loboc River), hire a car and driver for ₱2,500–3,500 per day.

Budget Tips

Eat at local carinderias for ₱80–150 per meal, or cook in your villa kitchen with market-fresh ingredients. Book island hopping through your villa host rather than beachfront touts for better rates. Visit Hinagdanan Cave and the quieter Danao coves for free or near-free alternatives to paid attractions.

What to Pack

Reef-safe sunscreen, a rash guard for snorkeling, a waterproof phone pouch, comfortable sandals, light rain gear, and a power bank. Philippines outlets use Type A/B plugs, same as the US.

Where to Stay

Aman Sinaya Villas offers a private alternative to the big beach resorts. With your own pool, full kitchen, three ensuite bedrooms, and 24-hour service — plus easy transfers from the nearby airport — it makes a comfortable and flexible base for first-time Bohol visitors travelling as a family or group.