Balingoan Travel Guide
Situated in the south of the Philippines, the sleepy town of Balingoan is a stopping off point for people on their way to the island of Camiguin.
- Worth It?
- Only if you are in the area and want to go dolphin watching.
- What to Do
- dolphin watching, strolling through the town.
- Best Time to Go
- during the cool, dry season from November to May.
- How Long?
- A day or less is enough to see Balingoan.
- Trivia
- the name Balingoan comes from the words baling ni juan, which mean 'John's fishing net'.
Little more than a fishing village, there isn't really much for tourists to stop for in Balingoan. However, this is a very peaceful town and could make a good place to spend the night if you arrive too late to cross the water to Camiguin Island.
There are a few places to stay in town, and restaurants mostly serve seafood prepared in the local style. Walking through the town is a pleasant pastime, and walking to the port provides refreshing breezes on a hot day.
Travel to Balingoan - Getting There
Balingoan is best reached from Cagayan de Oro, which is a 90-minute bus ride away. There are daily flights to Cagayan de Oro from Manila (90 minutes). There are also regular buses to places such as to Butuan (3 hours, 30 minutes) and Surigao (6 hours) and Iligan (1 hour, 30 minutes).
Balingoan Things to Do
Balingoan Attractions
Side trips from Balingoan
- Camiguin Island
- Balingoan is a great base for trips to this relaxing island retreat.
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