Hidden amongst the palm-tree-covered landscape of Anda lies the Combento Cave, a set of limestone caves with crystal clear water.
The Combento Cave is small but beautiful. During the day, the exterior of the cave gets illuminated, but the interior stays dark, providing a retreat from the hot sun of Bohol.
In this article, I’ll detail what you need to know about Combento Cave, including how to get there, how to find the cave, and provide our experience visiting the cave.
How to Get to Combento Cave
Location: Combento Cave – Google Maps
Combento Cave isn’t marked from the road, and no signs tell you where it is.
To get to Combento Cave, use the Google Maps pin I linked above. The location is accurate.
There isn’t a parking area at Combento Cave, so if you ride a motorbike there, pull over when you get to the location and park your motorbike on the side of the road.
Combento Cave: Our Experience
Our adventure to Combento Cave took us down the backroads in Anda, to an unassuming place on the side of the road.
When we pulled up to the area where the Combento Cave was marked, we were confused because there was no sign indicating that the cave existed.
The only thing we found was someone else’s motorbike parked there, so we figured we might be in the correct spot.
We walked down into the dirt area next to the road. We thought we might be in the wrong place for a moment because we didn’t see anything there. But as we peered behind a rock formation, we found one of the caves.
When I first looked into the cave, I thought it was dry. But after a few seconds, I realized the bottom was full of water. The water was so clean and still that it was perfectly clear.
We originally planned to swim in the cave but the cave is dark, small, and doesn’t have a lot of water. Even though the water looked clear, it was stagnant. Swimming in a small pool of stagnant water didn’t sit well with either of us, so we decided not to swim in it.
We walked around the area and found another cave. A local was sitting there, chilling in the cave. I wasn’t expecting anyone to be in there so he startled me at first. He told me he was in there to escape the heat.
I asked him about the water level in the caves and he said that the water level is currently on the higher side, but the water level doesn’t change much overall.
During our time visiting Combento Cave, we found 2 cave pools. I’m not sure if there are any others. If you decide to visit it, please let us know what your experience was like.
Is Visiting Combento Cave Worth it?
Combento Cave is right next to the road and requires no entrance fee. It’s a 1-minute walk to the cave from the road, so it’s worth a visit if you’re interested in caves.
But if you’re looking for a swimming hole there are better places in Anda such as Cabagnow Cave Pool.
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.
- 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!
- 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.
- 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.
- 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!
- 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.
Are You Following Our Bohol Blog Series?
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
I hope you enjoyed our guide to Combento Cave in Bohol.
