“The City of Golden Friendship”, full of smiles and hospitality. Cagayan de Oro

© CEBU navi SAKURA ｜ vol.25 Jan.-Feb | 2020

A safe and secure city in Mindanao.
Warm, friendly locals, surrounded by rich nature.
The most populous and highly-urbanized city in Northern Mindanao.

A booming, blooming, and blossoming city in Northern Mindanao

The city of Cagayan de Oro is located in the northern part of Mindanao Island. It is the provincial capital of the province of Misamis Oriental and the "Gateway of Northern Mindanao", lying along the northern coastline on Mindanao Island in the southern part of the Philippines. It is Northern Mindanao's flourishing center for commerce, education, and government administration.
Cagayan de Oro is also called the "City of Golden Friendship" because of the warm welcoming smiles and the utmost hospitality of the locals.
There are many things to do and experience in this city, such as the popular white water rafting and the country's biggest waterpark: Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort. You can also take a short side trip to Bukidnon and visit the nationwide famous Dahilayan Adventure Park! Sit back and relax as we take you to the different tourist spots you must visit and experience when you come to Cagayan de Oro!

Are you an adventure junkie? Then this activity is perfect for you!

White Water Rafting

Your CDO experience will never be complete without the exhilarating white water rafting trip! From the moment you cast off from the banks, to your first rapids, up to the end of your rafting expedition, the entire white-water rafting vacation is sure to refresh you for another take on everyday life!

KAGAY is CDO's premiere white-water rafting outfitter.
They offer rafting trips ranging from beginners' courses to advance courses throughout the year.

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+639177122442 or +639088699100
Corrales Avenue, Corner Rivera St., Cagayan de Oro City, 9000 Philippines
www.kagaycagayandeororafting.com

Tiny! pleasant! Noah's Ark Zoo

Arka ni Noah (Noah's Ark)

Enjoy Cagayan de Oro from the top! This place is inspired by the famous Bible story "Noah's Ark". They have a mini zoo that homes a number of animals such as ducks, goats, sheep, horses, donkeys, alpacas, birds, monkeys, and even tigers! They also have life-size animal statues ready for picture-taking! Ever been to a zoo with a panoramic view of the city? Go to Amaya View and visit this hilltop attraction!

Hill for children and adults (Photo ：Amaya)

Take a commemorative photo in a donkey cage


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Amaya Main Entrance - P50/person
Noah's Ark - P80/adult　P50/kids
9:00-20:00 (Last 18:00)

How to get to CDO?
・Airplane+Bus (Approx 2 hours required)
Flights are available daily via Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Airasia. It takes a 1-hour flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Laguindingan Airport, located 46 km away from CDO city. Upon arrival at Laguindingan airport, you can take a shuttle bus for P200 to CDO's Limketkai Mall.

・Ship(Approx 10 hours required)
You may sleep in the ship during the overnight 10-hour travel from Cebu Port to CDO Port. CDO Port is located within the city and is more accessible compared to the airport. If you prefer travelling by water, we recommend travelling via Lite Shipping because of their reliable, new and clean vessels.

Seas the adventure & make unforgettable memories!

Seven Seas

Seven Seas Waterpark is the first world-class pirate-themed waterpark in the Philippines. Established in November 2017, the waterpark boasts of state-of-the-art facilities with over 12 thrilling slides, a 5,000 square meter dual wave pool, 400 meter long lazy river, and many more family friendly attractions and amenities. This is a place enjoyable for all ages!

The Buccaneer Bay is the Philippines' largest wave pool!

You may dine in their restaurants without hurting your pockets!

Experience all 12 slides to make the most of your Seven Seas experience!

10:00-18:00 WEDNESDAYS - SUNDAYS
+63-917-677-7667
Barra, Opol, Misamis Oriental, Philippines
www.sevenseaswaterparkresort.com

End your CDO mountain tour with a special dinner overlooking CDO's city lights!

High Ridge

High Ridge Restaurant offers sumptuous meals at affordable prices. Their alfresco area's ambiance is just perfect and their food certainly won't disappoint! Couples, families and groups can enjoy a wonderful and memorable time. In addition to Filipino cuisine, you can enjoy American cuisine and Asian cuisine, and enjoy a relaxing time while feeling the gentle breeze on the terrace seats with excellent atmosphere.

Be welcomed by their beautiful exteriors and interiors!

15:00-23:00 (every day)
+63-917-326-1361
Bontula Upper Macasandig,Cagayan de Oro, Philippine

Mindanao's Favorite Extreme Playground!

Dahilayan Adventure Park

A playground for all ages! This is a perfect place to bond as a family! From the kids up to the grandparents, everyone can find an activity they'll enjoy.
Their zip zone is an experience you must never miss. Fly like Superman and enjoy the lush greenery, breathtaking views, and the cool and foggy weather in the mountains of Dahilayan.
Dahilayan Adventure Park boasts of the longest dual zip-line in Asia! Make sure to experience it!
Lots of activities that everyone can enjoy! There are also accommodations in the park, so you can stay overnight.

Buy a souvenir in their shop as a token of your fun adventures in this place!

You may also spend the night here as they have comfortable accommodations!

7:00-18:00 (everyday)
+63-915-601-8476 / 998-998-4399
Barangay Dahilayan, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon
http://dahilayanadventurepark.com/
Entrance Fees : Adults P100 / Kids P50

The world's leading pineapple production area

BUKIDNON

Take a short side trip to Bukidnon and spend a day at Dahilayan Adventure Park, which is only an hour and a half away from Cagayan de Oro city!
Bukidnon is known for being the "food basket" of Mindanao. It is one of the country's primary source of bananas, pineapples and sugarcanes. Their landscape of greeneries is a mesmerizing and refreshing sight you will see on your trip to Dahilayan Adventure Park.

Make a quick stop and take a photo with the giant pineapple at the entrance of Camp Phillips on the way to Dahilayan Adventure Park.