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The terrain of Panglao Island ranges from plain, hilly to mountainous. Panglao Island is of Maribojoc Limestone which is youngest among the limestone units occurring extensively in the western portion of the Province of Bohol. It is flat, poorly bedded, cream to buff to brownish yellow. One of the geological features found in the protected area is the “Hinangdanan Cave” found in Bingag, Duis which features an underground water source. Panglao Island has no rivers and lakes and has this water source in the cave.

An estimated 1,500-2,500 mollusks are believed to be found in the waters of Panglao and Balicasag. Inventoried were about 1,200 decapods and 6,000 species of mollusks were identified in a study area of only about 15, 000 hectares. In comparison the Mediterranean Sea has yielded only 2,024 species in a 300 million hectare area.

Ideal Things to do while in Panglao:

1. Diving – Best thing to do in Panglao

2. Cave Exploration (Hinagdanan Cave)

3. Beach Hopping

4. Spa and Massage

5. Visit the Churches

6. You should try Sa-ang - SA-ANG is a famous food of the region. It is a seashell and the creature inside is a delicious treat. It can be bought at the stores which lined the road going to Duljo.

7. Odd Brew of “tuba” – must try

8. Check out DOLJO Beach

9. Check out the smallest man of Panglao Island

10. Snorkeling – Balicasag island

11. Check out Panglao Watchtower, Bohol’s tallest

12. Check out Hanging Bridges in Bohol

Famous Hotels in Panglao

1. Panglao Island Nature Resort

2. Alona Kew

3. Bohol Diver’s Garden

4. La Residencia

Dangers in Panglao Island:

1. Beware of Sea Urchins

2. More Sea Urchins…

For more underwater pictures (corals, underwater plants, fish etc.) please CLICK here.

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