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Zamboanga

Description and Climate

Region Zamboanga Country Philippines Destination: Asia

Description | Climate | Attractions | Recommendations

The provinces of Davao namely Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur and Davao Oriental are known for its magnificent mountains where rare flora and fauna can still be found and for exotic fruits and rare, wild orchids.

Zamboanga Del Norte

This province's major places of interest are Dipolog and Dapitan cities. In Dipolog which is about 2 hours by air from Manila, you will enjoy the beauty of Dakak where you can discover coral reefs while you scuba dive in incredible clear waters. It also boasts of fine white sand and surrounded by exotic flowers and coconut palms. You can also head inland and go trekking at Linabo Peak. Dapitan is a historical and old Spanish town where most of the interesting sites are associated with the Philippines' national hero, Jose Rizal.

Bukidnon, located in the heart of Mindanao, enjoys the best of everything. It has a good road system, allowing easy access to both Davao and Cagayan de Oro air and sea ports. It is a rural and agricultural community with easy access to urban amenities and facilities. It is home to the world reknown Del Monte Philippines, Inc. (DMPI) golf course, the Monastery of Transfiguration Boys Choir and the Summer Institute of Linguistics. It is also one of the last strongholds of the endangered Philippine Eagle.

Climate

March to May is hot and dry, with temperatures ranging from 22-32 degrees Centigrade. June to October is rainy. November to February is cool; temperatures range from 22-28 degrees Centigrade. Average humidity year-round is 77%.