(Dauin) - An internationally-acclaimed dive site with spectacular coral gardens and a cornucopia of marine life accessible by pumpboat from Zamboanguita.
(Valencia) - Cool waters of the cascade drops to a swimming basin, almost enclosed by steep precipices and lush vegetation. Hikers traverse an adventurous nature trail. Popular among the locals and visitors and considered the province's most photographed waterfalls.
(Canlaon city) - one of the tallest peak in the Visayas, the volcano raises Canlaon Citys skyline to 8,085 feet above sea level. A favorite spot of intrepid mountain climbers, the still active volcano can be accessed from Canlaon City, 165.7 kms. from Dumaguete City.
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DOLPHIN and WHALE FROLICKING
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(Bais City) - Tanon Strait, where the famous playful dolphins and whales are sighted. Bais City is popular for its dolphin and whale activities. The months of May and September are ideal for this activity when playful dophins surface from their natural habitat to put up an acrobatic show for enthusiasts. Pumpboats for whale-watching activities are avialble for rent from the city government of Bais.
(Dumaguete City) - The first Protestant university in the Philippines, founded in 1901. Comprising 35 hectares adjacent to downtown Dumaguete City, declared a bird sanctuary, noted for its olden trees, cottage residences and major buildings such as Guy Hall, Channon Hall, Oriental and Occidental Halls which Japanese occupation forces used for administrative and penal activities.
(Mabinay) - Some 32 minor and major caves were identified by the Dutch-Belgian expedition in 1990. Awe-inspiring limestone formations and underground rivers await spelunkers. Pandalihan and Panligawan caves are accessible on foot. Odloman is one of the longest caves in the country. Cave tours can be arranged with the management of Tirambulo Highland Resort in Paniabonan, Mabinay.
(Valencia and Dauin) - One of Negros Orientals prominent peaks, the cuernos de Negros or Horns of Negros, rises 5,095 feet above sea level and situated 9 kms. southwest of Valencia. Declared a geothermal reserve under the protection of the Philippine National Oil company (PNOC). Regular climbs are arranged by the Cuernos De Negros Mountaineers based in Silliman University where nature lovers get to enjoy the unspoiled scenery, its lakes Nailig and Yagomyom and the lush vegetation. Mountaineers from all over the region come together for the annual climb in September in celebration of World Tourism Month.
(Valencia) - relics of the World War II encounter in Negros Oriental include Japanese and American materials and personal effects, preserved as part of the private collection of the Cata-al family in Valencia.
(Sitio Niludhan, Dawis, Bayawan City) - the three steep plunging falls of Naludhan merge into one powerful cascade after heavy rains, suprising the returning trekkers with its inconsistent but remarkable sight. This towering waterfalls is located near a main road.
(Valencia) - cottages set amidst a sprawling area of greenery, river, picnic area and two river-fed swimming pools. Godd for seminars, school and family outings.
(Dumaguete City) - The Center for Tropical Studies (CENTROP) of Silliman University observes endemic fauna in their habitat carefully recreated beside the Silliman ball field. Most popular denizen is the rate spotted deer Cervus Alfredi, an endangered breed believed to exist only in Panay. Scheduled visits are allowed
SILLIMAN UNIVERSITY ETHNO-ANTHRO MUSEUM
(Dumaguete City) - exhibit of artifacts and archaeological finds dating some 2,000 years ago, also shocases an ethnographic collection from the countrys tribal minorities.
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TWIN LAKES, BALINSASAYAO AND DANAO
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Enrique Villanueva, Sibulan - Discovered by Don Miguel Patero in 1885, it is located 20 kilometers west of the town center of Sibulan, and is situated 1,000 meters above sea level, the two inland bodies of water (Balinsasayao and Danao Lake) are amid lush tropical forests, with dense canopies, cool and refreshing air, crystal clear mineral waters with bushes and grasses in all hues of green. The lakes is separated by a narrow ridge with no visible outlets to the sea. Biodiversity in the area is known to be one of the richest in the country.
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