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.
In this article, we’ll share everything you need to know about your adventure to Dam Agan Falls in Bohol.
Complete Guide to Dam Agan Falls
Dam Agan Falls is located in Dimiao on the island of Bohol in the Philippines. The falls are made of two cascades that crash into a refreshing pool of water that is perfect for swimming. The pool spans over such a large area that the locals made a bamboo raft to float around it.
Getting to Dam Agan Falls can be a bit confusing since your navigation app may lead you down the wrong roads. The road to the Falls isn’t shown on the map yet, so we’ll explain how to get there in the section below.
How to Get to Dam Agan Falls
Location: Dam Agan Falls Entrance – Google Maps
The map marker above is accurate and gives you the correct navigation instructions to get to Dam Agan Falls.
Our journey to Dam Agan Falls brought us through the hills of Bohol to the village of Catugasan.
We went the long way through mountain roads to Dam Agan Falls. That choice ultimately got us a little lost since we ended up near Pahangog Falls, the same place we visited the day before.
We were a little confused, but luckily we knew someone in this area! We stopped at Virgie’s house to grab a coconut. Virgie has the best coconuts, they’re ice cold, and have so much juice and tons of meat. Trey ate an entire coconut for lunch.
We asked Virgie if she knew how to get to Dam Agan Falls and she offered to show us the way there. She hopped on her motorbike and we followed her on ours.
After 10 minutes of riding, we realized that we were really far away from the falls. For some reason, our navigation instructions took us the wrong way.
We eventually reached the waterfall’s trail entrance, it’s down a road that isn’t yet on Google Maps. If there’s one thing we’ve learned in the Philippines it’s that Google isn’t the expert on the roads here.
We saved a map location of the entrance to Dam Agan Falls. If you navigate to the pin below, the instructions will be correct.
Location: Dam Agan Falls Entrance – Google Maps
Dam Agan Falls: Our Experience
We parked our motorbike at the entrance and started down the trail. The beginning of the trail is marked by a grassy field with coconut trees jutting out of the ground and reaching for the sky. We saw a few younger children playing in the area and they cheerfully waved at us as we walked by.
As the trail turned downhill, it took us along an irrigation canal. It was a beautiful easy walk. We were already having an awesome time soaking in the views of the rice fields and palm trees amongst the mountainous landscape.
Once we got to Dam Agan Falls we noticed a full pool of water. We visited during the dry season when many waterfalls in Bohol dry up, so we were excited to see water flowing at Dam Agan.
To the right of the waterfall, we spotted a wooden jumping beam. It’s a smaller jump but tons of fun since you can do it over and over again.
We also saw the locals climb up the waterfall to jump. There were a few different points they jumped from as they did tricks. It was amusing to watch.
In the middle of the pond, a group of boys crowded onto a bamboo raft. The raft actually has a neat purpose. The boys used the raft to climb up 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.
Ipo Falls
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.
I’d never heard of Ipo Falls, and was surprised that there was another waterfall nearby! They said Ipo Falls was a 5-minute walk from Dam Agan. No big deal, right?
Being ones that can’t turn down an invite, we followed along as the trail went up and over Dam Agan Falls. Everyone was worried about our stuff getting wet, so they offered to carry it for us. We usually decline these offers but they kept insisting on helping us, and we’re glad they did.
That 5-minute walk was a lot more intense than what we imagined. The trail went upstream and crossed the river at multiple points. The water even got waist-deep at times.
We finally reached Ipo Falls and instantly saw why the boys wanted to go there. The water is much deeper at Ipo Falls, allowing for much higher jumps.
There was one jump in particular, way above the top of the waterfall. I got a little nervous when one of the boys climbed up the falls to jump, but he pulled it off flawlessly.
We started swimming across the pond toward the waterfall. The flow from the falls was so strong that it pushed us away – all the way from the other side of the pond! The only way we could get close to the falls was to swim around the side of the pond to approach it.
We hung out at Ipo Falls for a while with the boys and watched them do some insane jumps. Trey wanted to join in on the jumping but I talked him out of it since the water current was so strong.
We left Ipo Falls with smiles on our faces since we had witnessed not just one, but two awesome waterfalls and had a blast at both of them.
Is Visiting Dam Agan Falls Worth it?
Visiting Dam Agan Falls is worth it if you’re looking to cool off and hang out with locals in a less touristy area.
While it isn’t as picturesque as some of the other waterfalls in Bohol such as Pahangog Falls or Can-umantad Falls, it makes up for it in its charm and local vibe.
The entrance fee for Dam Agan Falls is 30 pesos per person. There is a restroom at the falls. There are also a few huts with benches and barbeque areas. The vibe is less touristic and is more of a hangout spot for locals.
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 Dam Agan and Ipo Falls in Bohol!
