5 Best Waterfalls in Bohol During Dry Season

The island of Bohol in the Philippines is home to some stunning waterfalls, but you’ll need to explore a bit off the beaten path to find them. One challenge, especially during the dry season, is that many of these waterfalls stop flowing, making it harder to discover cool spots for a swim as you travel across the island.

During our 11-day adventure in Bohol, we encountered quite a few waterfalls that had dried up, but we also found some that kept flowing, offering an escape from the heat.

In this article, we’ll share 5 of the best waterfalls we visited that keep flowing during the dry season. Whether you’re planning your trip in the off-season or just looking for reliable spots to cool off, these waterfalls are worth adding to your Bohol itinerary.

Best Waterfalls in Bohol That Don’t Stop Flowing for Dry Season

All the waterfalls listed below come with links to in-depth guides we’ve personally written. These guides include more photos and detailed directions so you can decide which spots fit your adventure style. We visited all these waterfalls during Bohol’s dry season in May, so we hope our experiences help you out on your adventure.

Can-umantad Falls

Can-umantad Falls is the tallest waterfall in Bohol. Surrounding the waterfall are multiple turquoise pools, each of a different depth, so it has plenty of room to swim around in.

The walk to Can-umantad Falls is easier than most since it’s paved from the parking lot to the waterfall. Once we got to the waterfall we were met with a massive cascade of aquamarine water that we didn’t hesitate to swim in. We spent a lot of time in the cave behind the waterfall as it was a pretty spacious area to hang out and not difficult to get into.

Overlooking Can-umantad Falls is also a covered area for people to hang out in the shade. It’s a good spot to post up for a few hours with food, drinks, and friends.

Pahangog Falls (Dimiao Twin Falls)

Pahangog Fall (Dimiao Twin Falls) is one of the best waterfalls in Bohol and was the highlight of our trip to the island. This stunning waterfall is known for its twin falls that cascade into a perfectly teal-colored rock pool amongst a lush tropical atmosphere.

Pahangog Falls is not the easiest place to get to but that makes it even more special. The waterfall itself is 1.2 km down a dirt road from its parking area. To get down the road, you can either hike or hire a motorcycle taxi, which is what we did. It was honestly a bit terrifying but also extremely thrilling. One of our most memorable adventures in Bohol.

Once we reached the waterfall, we were met with twin waterfalls cascading over a 30-meter cliff surrounded by forest before falling into a natural basin. Both cascades have tons of water flowing over a cliff into a natural pool below, even during the dry season.

What waterfall isn’t complete without some hiking, climbing, and swimming? It is a beautiful place to swim and relax, no matter what season.

Dam-Agan and Ipo Falls

Dam Agan means to ‘crash’ or ‘collide’ in Visayan and it’s easy to see why. Despite its gradual slope, the water at Dam Agan Falls violently crashes into the pool below it due to the sheer volume of water going over the falls.

The pool at Dam-Agan Falls spans over such a large area that the locals made a bamboo raft to float around it. The raft actually has a neat purpose. The local boys use the raft to climb on the rocks and jump into the water. It seems no matter where we go the Filipino boys will use their ingenuity to get to the best jumps.

After the boys wore themselves out from all the jumping, I climbed up on the raft and started speaking with them. They told me they were going to Ipo Falls next. Being ones who can’t turn down an invite, we followed along to Ipo Falls.

When we reached Ipo Falls we instantly saw why the boys wanted to go there. The water is much deeper at Ipo Falls, allowing for much higher jumps.

We went the long way through mountain roads to Dam Agan and Ipo Falls. That choice ultimately got us a little lost, but we figured out the right way to get there which we share in our full blog post.

Kinahugan Falls

Kinahugan Falls is off the radar of most guidebooks but still worthy of a visit. There is no entry fee or mandatory guide needed to visit the falls. You just pull up, park, and walk to the falls.

After we parked our motorbike, the first thing we found was a lounge area above the waterfall. There are a few shaded cabanas for sitting and a small changing room.

Just beyond the lounge area is the waterfall itself. We walked down to the falls below and were surrounded by nearly 180 degrees of water cascading into a pool below.

The waterfall is actually 3 separate waterfalls that all feed into the stream. None of the individual waterfalls are particularly tall, but their combined beauty creates a mesmerizing display.

Other Waterfalls to Visit

• Pangas Falls may be small, but its large pool is perfect for swimming and relaxing. However, the road to get there is in rough shape, so it’s best to visit only if you’re confident in your motorbiking skills.
• Kawasan Falls in Bohol is a great year-round destination, though its flow slows by the end of the dry season. The walk to the falls passes through an old wooden platform damaged by Typhoon Odette in 2021, and because of this, the waterfall is now free to visit.

Where to Stay in Bohol

Depending on how long you stay in Bohol we recommend splitting your stays between Panglao and Anda. If you are in Bohol for less than 4 days we recommend basing yourself out of Panglao, but if you are staying longer I recommend staying at least 2 nights in Anda. Here are recommendations on places to stay:

• Luxury: Amorita Resort (Panglao)
• Mid-range: Casa Amihan (Anda)
• Budget: Bluewaves Apartment (Panglao)

If you prefer to find your own place to stay, you can visit Booking.com to explore all your accommodation options in Bohol.

What to Pack for Bohol

Here are some of our must-have items you might not have thought of when packing for a trip to Bohol.

1. Crocs: During our time in Bohol, I was so glad to have Crocs to protect my feet when exploring rocky terrain and chasing waterfalls. They are the ultimate shoe in the Philippines for a reason – many Filipinos wear them too!
2. Snorkel: With all the amazing snorkeling spots in Bohol, it helps to have your own snorkel set like this one if you plan to do some underwater activities! Plus, you won’t need to worry about renting a snorkel, which may be of… questionable quality.
3. Sunscreen: For some reason, sunscreen is expensive in the Philippines and I’ve even encountered places selling fake sunscreen that doesn’t work! So I recommend bringing your own sunscreen to Bohol.
4. Dry Bag: With all the sand, salt, and water flying everywhere during our adventures, I was so glad to have a dry bag to keep all my things safe from the elements!
5. Travel Towel: In my opinion, a travel towel like this one is super necessary for a trip to Bohol! It packs down nicely and was there for me anytime I went swimming, or just needed to brush sand or dirt off.

Ready to explore Bohol like we did?

During our 11-day adventure in Bohol, we found some of the island’s most stunning natural wonders—epic waterfalls, caves, and incredible snorkeling spots. To help fellow adventurers, we’ve put together guides to the best places we found. You can check them out by clicking the links below.

• Start planning your trip here: Bohol Travel Guide
• Our Bohol accomodation/area guide: Where to Stay in Bohol
• Our Ultimate Guide to Bohol: 24 Awesome Things to Do in Bohol
• How to plan your Bohol vacation: Bohol 3 Day Itinerary
• Interested in chasing waterfalls?: 5 Best Waterfalls in Bohol During Dry Season
• Our favorite hike in Bohol: Alicia Panoramic Park Hike
• Our favorite day tour in Bohol: Balicasag Island Snorkeling
• Our favorite waterfall in Bohol: Dimiao Twin Falls (Pahangog Falls)
• Our favorite place to swim in Bohol: Cabagnow Cave Pool
• How to rent a motorbike in the Philippines

We hope our guide to the best waterfalls in Bohol during dry season helped you plan your adventure there!