Budget Travel Guide to Bohol Island for July - September is Here!

Hey guys, if you're planning a budget trip to Bohol Island between July and September, you've gotta save this guide! 1. Transportation 1.1 International Travel ◦ First, fly to Cebu. Many cities offer flights to Cebu at relatively affordable prices. During the low season (July - September), round-trip tickets cost around ¥2,000 - ¥3,000. ◦ From Cebu to Bohol, you can take a ferry. Pier 1 in Cebu has boats heading to Tagbilaran Port in Bohol. Tickets cost about ₱50 - ₱100 (around ¥5 - ¥10), with a travel time of approximately 2 hours. 1.2 Local Transportation ◦ The most common way to get around Bohol is by tricycle. Short trips usually cost ₱30 - ₱50 (around ¥3 - ¥5). For longer distances, remember to negotiate with the driver. For example, a ride from Tagbilaran city to Alona Beach costs around ₱150 - ₱200 (about ¥15 - ¥20). 2. Accommodation 2.1 Hostels ◦ There are many hostels near Tagbilaran city or Alona Beach, with beds priced at ¥50 - ¥100 per night. They’re clean and a great way to meet fellow travelers from around the world. 2.2 Guesthouses ◦ You can book local guesthouses online. Those priced at ¥200 - ¥300 per night offer great conditions, and some even come with a small kitchen for simple cooking. 3. Food 3.1 Seafood ◦ Seafood in Bohol is super cheap! Near Alona Beach, there’s a seafood market where you can pick fresh seafood and have it cooked at a nearby restaurant. A large crab costs around ₱200 - ₱300 (about ¥20 - ¥30), with a cooking fee of ₱100 - ₱200 per dish. ◦ Try grilled seafood—local grilled prawns and squid seasoned with lemon juice and local spices are absolutely delicious. 3.2 Local Snacks ◦ Harry Potter’s chocolate frogs have a real-life version here! Bohol’s Chocolate Hills offer chocolate souvenirs. Also, don’t miss the coconut pie for ₱30 - ₱50—packed with rich coconut flavor. 4. Activities 4.1 Island Hopping ◦ Balicasag Island is a must-visit, famous for its world-class underwater trench and amazing snorkeling. Snorkeling packages cost around ¥300 - ¥500, including gear and boat fees. You can spot sea turtles and sardine schools underwater. ◦ Virgin Island features a stunning sandbar that appears at low tide. Here, you can enjoy freshly opened sea urchins—₱100 for three—super fresh! 4.2 Land Tours ◦ The Chocolate Hills are Bohol’s iconic attraction, with a cheap entrance fee of about ₱50. You can rent a motorcycle or take a tricycle to the viewpoint, where you’ll see hills that look like chocolate drops. ◦ Tarsier Sanctuary costs around ₱60 to enter. Here, you can see the world’s smallest primates—tarsiers. They’re adorable, but stay quiet to avoid startling them. ◦ Loboc River Cruise costs ₱400 - ₱500. Enjoy a buffet lunch on the boat while taking in the tropical rainforest scenery along the riverbanks, accompanied by live band performances. Guys, July - September offers great weather and lower prices in Bohol—perfect for a high-value trip! Drop your questions in the comments~