Rajah Sikatuna National ParkAbout Rajah Sikatuna National Park
Rajah Sikatuna National Park is a protected area on Bohol island in the Philippines that conserves lowland and limestone forest and cave systems. The park is named after the historic local chief Rajah Sikatuna.
Primary activities include hiking, birdwatching and visits to caves and forest trails; the park protects important habitats for native Philippine wildlife. Trails and lookout points provide access into the forested interior.
The park was established as a national park and is managed to conserve the island’s forest, watersheds and karst landscapes. It has been maintained as one of Bohol’s principal terrestrial protected areas.
The park lies inland on Bohol island, within the island’s forested interior, and is accessible from municipal towns on Bohol that serve as trailheads for park access.
- Wildlife: Known regionally for lowland and limestone forest and for wildlife observation, the park is a destination for hikers and birdwatchers within Bohol island.
Best Time to Visit Rajah Sikatuna National Park
Visit Rajah Sikatuna National Park in the dry season (November-April) when trails and marine activities are at their most accessible.
Weather & Climate near Rajah Sikatuna National Park
Rajah Sikatuna National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1581 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 152 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| February | Very Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Excellent | 22° - 31° | 27° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 23° - 32° | 31° | 54 mm | some cloud | 78% | 1.5 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.2h |
| May | Very Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.4h |
| June | Good | 24° - 32° | 31° | 135 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 158 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.5h |
| August | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 121 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.5 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.3h |
| September | Good | 23° - 31° | 30° | 145 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Very Good | 23° - 31° | 30° | 187 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 200 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 1.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| December | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 158 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
How to Get to Rajah Sikatuna National Park
Rajah Sikatuna (Rajah Sikatuna Protected Landscape) is in central Bohol and is commonly reached from Tagbilaran City. From Tagbilaran take a bus or van (V‑hire) eastbound toward Carmen/Bilar and alight at the junction for the park; by private car the drive from Tagbilaran is roughly 30-45 km and typically takes about an hour. From the nearest roadside stop local motorbike taxis or tricycles will take you to the park entrance and trails (short transfers of minutes to a few tens of minutes depending on drop‑off).
Tips for Visiting Rajah Sikatuna National Park
- If you're visiting for birdwatching or forest trails, plan dawn starts when bird activity is highest and conditions are coolest.
- Register at the park headquarters and ask about the best trails for sightings that day - park staff can recommend less-travelled routes and local guides.
- Choose weekday visits or early departures to avoid small-group crowds on the more popular short trails and waterfall viewing points.