South Cotabato's generally flat terrains, save for some hills and mountains, is known for being rich in heritage, gold and copper deposits, and thriving fishing industry. It is a melting pot of different ethnicities and religions from around the country. It is home to a large group of Ilonggos, Cebuanos and T'bolis, as well as Muslim, Karay-a, and Tagalog peoeple. 

The flat, rolling, hilly, and mountainous terrains of Davao de Oro have long been known as abundant in mineral deposits. It is equally blessed with natural wonders that make perfect ecotourism destinations, from up high in its hiking trails, to down low in its astonishing caves. Take in serene views of Lake Leonard, rest your muscles in therapeutic sulfuric springs, cool off waterfalls hidden within lush forests, or visit its farms and plantations while enjoying the province's produce and natural beauty.

The country's 81st and newest province, Davao Oriental has yet to make its wonders fully known to tourists more familiar with the rest of the region. With the whole province's terrains dominated by mountains, hilly slopes and terrains, and coconut-tree-lined eastern shoreline, it offers plenty of excitement by way of rugged outdoor adventures.

Located in the easternmost point of the Philippines, the "Coconut Capital of the Philippines" is marked by agricultural plantations, highland resorts, dive sites and less charted lakes and falls. See the Mount Hamiguitan Wildlife Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to the world's largest pygmy forest - among endangered flora and fauna; surf the waves of Dahican Beach, the province's surfing capital; visit the schools of living tradition and museums to learn about the province's rich heritage; or see the sunrise first in Pusan Point, where the sun's first rays dawn before anywhere else in the country.

Dubbed the "Banana Capital of the Philippines", Davao del Norte's vibrant agriculture industry is combined with a strong sense of culture and heritage that can be traced back to its seven tribes - the indigenous Mansaka, Sama, Dibabawon, Mangguangan, Ata-Manobo, Mandaya and Kalagan people. Nestled in a mix of pristine natural attractions are cultural villages, and state-of-the-art museums and facilities that also make the province an attractive MICE destination. Check out the festivals and cultural centers that celebrate its indigenous roots, immerse yourself in its enriching agritourism sites that showcase the region's bounty, and take on its endless list of eco-adventures that take you to stunning caves, falls, summits, subterranean rivers, and white sand beaches.

When in Davao del Sur, there's always an exciting mix of activities to do - whether in its bustling cities or its great outdoors. The province features lowland, agricultural plains and valleys, sandy beaches and outlying islands, thick rainforests, swamps, and hilly and mountainsous terrains - which includes Mt. Apo, the highest peak in the country sitting majestically at an elevation of 2,954 meters above sea level. Explore all its corners and try its abundance of gastronomical delights - from its premium cacao products to fresh seafood and the pungent durian; visit its wildlife sanctuaries which lets you see and learn about astonishing creatures like sea turtles, crocodiles, and the regal Philippine Eagle, visit all its historical, cultural, and ethnographic museums and cultural villages that immerse you in the province's colorful tribes, and venture further out to or into the province's lesser known pockets of wonder.

Cruise along the coastal province of Misamis Oriental and its many natural and cultural attractions. It is rich with natural bodies of waters, such as the Macajalar Bay and Gingoog Bay at its north and the Bohol Sea that lies beyond. It also has rivers that get its headwaters from Bukidnon, including the Cagayan de Oro River and its famous whitewater rapids.

Misamis Occidental contains plenty of pleasant surprises and wonders for those who seek lesser known destinations in northern Mindanao. Bounded by the Mindana Sea, Panguil Bay, Iligan Bay, and Zamboanga del Norte and Zamboanga del Sur, it is marked by rolling hills and landscapes which hold a rugged charm that is all its own.

Lanao del Norte is marked by a multitude of eco-cultural, attractions, faith-based destinations, and historical tourism blocks. Called "the land of beauty and bounty", it has rightfully earned its monicker becausenof its wealth of virtually untouched natural wonders, beautiful rugged terrains, coastlines, and thriving fishing and agriculture industry. Its capital city is Tubod, but it is also popular for the highly urbanized Iligan city, which is administered separately but bound to the province geographically.

Dubbed the "Island born of fire", the island province of Camiguin was nicknamed so because of its volcanic origins that shaped its rich landscapes and seascapes. The province contains seven volcanoes, one of which is active (Mt. Hibok-hibok), and a total perimeter that can be explored in a day. But to fully immerse oneself in the experience, a day is hardly enough to explore its virgin beaches, islets, waterfalls, hot springs, hiking trails, and rustic ruins that can be found on both land and water.