Dubbed “Cordillera’s last frontier for nature richness” Apayao offers pristine natural wonders and an understated beauty that await travelers eager to immerse themselves in the province's vibrant locale.
While its name translates to "negotiable rivers", it is rich in other natural attractions such as caves, view decks, and hiking trails in off-the-beaten paths.

Bordered by five provinces from two regions - the Cordillera Administrative Region's Apayao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province plus Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur, Abra hold a rich history, culture, and wealth of unspoiled natural wonders waiting to be discovered. See the Spanish colonial remnants of Bangued, the stunning rock formations and rivers of San Juan and Tineg, the resident National Living Treasure of San Quintin, and more in this landlocked province.

This group of islands is blessed with a unique set of natural wonders that is increasingly making the province a tourist destination for those who seek lesser known sun, sand, and beach adventures. Journey to the hidden beauty of Basilisa's Lake Bababu, cruise around the limestone rock formations and clear waters of the Kisses Islets reminiscent of Palawan's own limestone islands and islets, and discover the islands' enchanting bonsai forests.

Surigao del Sur's ecotourism attractions has a rugged and wild quality about them that reels in adventure-seekers looking for lesser known gems to explore. From the magical waters of Hinatuan's Enchanted River to the crashing waves of Lanuza's surfing grounds, the natural jaccuzzis of Kawa Kawa sa Awog and the white sand beaches of Cagwait, Surigao del Sur buzzes with an understated natural beauty.

The bustling province of Surigao del Norte is perhaps most known for its dreamy white sand beaches, best encapsulated by Siargao Island. But the important commerce and transportation hub is replete with more natural attractions beyond Siargao, such as sprawling mangrove forests, farm experiences, surreal lagoons, tide pools, and an idyllic creative community inspired by the influx of both local and international tourists that have made the province their home.

Agusan del Sur's marshlands hold the key to critical habitats and significant archaeological and heritage sites. The fourth largest province in the country in terms of area, its valleys are home to several indigenous groups such as the Manobos, Higaonons and Mamanwas. Learn about the province's cultural roots in the Kahimunan Festival, discover the excavation site where the prized Golden Tara was found, or explore its pristine natural wonders such as falls and what is believed to be the country's oldest tree that all beckon a visit.

The agricultural province of Agusan del Norte has a a unique lineup of attractions waiting to be unearthed. From the site of the remains of the country's oldest watercraft (Balangay) and the third longest river (Agusan River) in Butuan City, to the New-Zealand-like vistas and old churches of Cabadbaran, the peaks of Mt. Hilong-Hilong, Agusan del Norte is a gem in itself.

Surrounded by rich bodies of water such as the Celebes Sea and Sarangani Bay (where it derives its name from), Sarangani is blessed with a thriving aquaculture industry. It also has a vibrant tourism industry because of its vast beachfronts, rolling hills and plains, and cool climate that are conducive for agriculture and extreme adventures such as paragliding. It is also a convergence of cultural diversity, being home to the Blaan, Tboli, Tagakaolo, Kalagan, Manobo, Ubo, and Muslim indigenous groups.

Coffee, caves culture and cuisine - Sultan Kudarat's main attractions can be summed up in these words. It is the Philippines' top coffeee producer and is home to a wide range of wildlife - especially bird species that have found sanctuary in the lush wetlands of Baras.

Dubbed as the fruit basket of Mindanao, the province of Cotabato (formerly known as North Cotabato) is a landlocked province marked by vast plains, rolling terrains, and the Philippines' highest peak: Mt. Apo. Its geography has made it suitable for cultivating a variety of crops and tropical fruits such as bananas and coconuts, as well as coffee and sugarcane. Its name was derived from the Maguindanaoan term “Kuta Wato”, or “Stone Fort”, which pertains to the province's lineage of resistance from foreign forces.