Fun things to do in Davao City

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Whether you're a green-thumb person or not, you will surely love this wonderful sight - the vegetables and herbs garden. You cannot help but admire the resort's local gardeners. Just imagine the world without these people, there will be no salads in our tables. ;o)

As the shuttle passes by these gardens, you can smell the fresh scents of all the herbs... and makes you crave for some fresh salad. Good thing the day tour includes a lunch buffet where you can surely satisfy that craving. 'o)

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Facts About Eden:
A mountain resort 3,000 feet above sea level, Eden Nature Park is 95% man-made! It is a great model of how we can re-create nature and rebuild a lost environment.

Discovered sometime in 1971, the resort used to be a logged-over area covered only by a blanket of wild grass. Its potential was, however, readily seen by the owners as the property provided an imposing view of Davao City and the Davao Gulf.

Not long after, terraces were carved out of the mountain slope, and thousands of pine tree seedlings were planted. As the pine trees grew, they provided canopies allowing other trees and plants to grow and creating a secondary forest. Today, there are over 100,000 pine trees spread throughout 80 hectares, providing a refreshing backdrop to the various attractions in Eden Nature Park.

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We've been here several times already, who wouldn't by the way? It's only 1 1/2 hours drive from our place. This is one of our favorite "day tour" destinations. If Manila has Tagaytay, Davao has Eden - the compact version. heheheh!

It's a perfect place to go whenever we want to see, feel and eat fresh! The scent of pine tress, the beautiful blooms in the gardens, the unmindful animals and the delectable foods - there are just some of the things that keep us coming back.

There is a an affordable yet enjoyable way to discover more about Eden without having to stay overnight. Eden offers Day Tour Packages that you may choose from according to your mood, budget or preference.

Day tour w/ buffet lunch - Php 500/adult; Php 280/child
Day tour w/ plated snack - Php 180/adult; Php 150/child

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Facts About Eden:
A mountain resort 3,000 feet above sea level, Eden Nature Park is 95% man-made! It is a great model of how we can re-create nature and rebuild a lost environment.

Discovered sometime in 1971, the resort used to be a logged-over area covered only by a blanket of wild grass. Its potential was, however, readily seen by the owners as the property provided an imposing view of Davao City and the Davao Gulf.

Not long after, terraces were carved out of the mountain slope, and thousands of pine tree seedlings were planted. As the pine trees grew, they provided canopies allowing other trees and plants to grow and creating a secondary forest. Today, there are over 100,000 pine trees spread throughout 80 hectares, providing a refreshing backdrop to the various attractions in Eden Nature Park.

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We've been here several times already, who wouldn't by the way? It's only 1 1/2 hours drive from our place. This is one of our favorite "day tour" destinations. If Manila has Tagaytay, Davao has Eden - the compact version. heheheh!

It's a perfect place to go whenever we want to see, feel and eat fresh! The scent of pine tress, the beautiful blooms in the gardens, the unmindful animals and the delectable foods - there are just some of the things that keep us coming back.

There is a an affordable yet enjoyable way to discover more about Eden without having to stay overnight. Eden offers Day Tour Packages that you may choose from according to your mood, budget or preference.

Day tour w/ buffet lunch - Php 500/adult; Php 280/child
Day tour w/ plated snack - Php 180/adult; Php 150/child

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The "Pick & Eat" salad station in the buffet is something to look forward. Not just because it is something unusual, but also because you get to taste what you actually saw in their vegetable gardens - the lettuce, the tomato, etc. How good is that? ;o)

My hubby loved their native fried chicken and the fruits are super sweet. Just cant get enough... ;o)

The restaurant has glass walls that give diners an ambiance of outdoor dining.

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Facts About Eden:
A mountain resort 3,000 feet above sea level, Eden Nature Park is 95% man-made! It is a great model of how we can re-create nature and rebuild a lost environment.

Discovered sometime in 1971, the resort used to be a logged-over area covered only by a blanket of wild grass. Its potential was, however, readily seen by the owners as the property provided an imposing view of Davao City and the Davao Gulf.

Not long after, terraces were carved out of the mountain slope, and thousands of pine tree seedlings were planted. As the pine trees grew, they provided canopies allowing other trees and plants to grow and creating a secondary forest. Today, there are over 100,000 pine trees spread throughout 80 hectares, providing a refreshing backdrop to the various attractions in Eden Nature Park.

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We've been here several times already, who wouldn't by the way? It's only 1 1/2 hours drive from our place. This is one of our favorite "day tour" destinations. If Manila has Tagaytay, Davao has Eden - the compact version. heheheh!

It's a perfect place to go whenever we want to see, feel and eat fresh! The scent of pine tress, the beautiful blooms in the gardens, the unmindful animals and the delectable foods - there are just some of the things that keep us coming back.

There is a an affordable yet enjoyable way to discover more about Eden without having to stay overnight. Eden offers Day Tour Packages that you may choose from according to your mood, budget or preference.

Day tour w/ buffet lunch - Php 500/adult; Php 280/child
Day tour w/ plated snack - Php 180/adult; Php 150/child

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The Eden Fields is actually a new addition to the whole Eden experience. This particular field is intended for ball games, such as volleyball & soccer. The Zipline and Horseback riding activities are also found here. It also has a big playground for kids to play for free. In order to get to the Field, you have to get out from the main Eden Resort. It is located right across the street.

Horseback riding in Eden is another great way to enjoy the resort. For only Php 50.00 per person, you get to ride the horse and tour around the whole Eden fields. If you're a Pro, you can ride on your own... but if you're not, there's always stand-by guide to go with you as you tour around. The guide has no additional charge but it wouldn't hurt ones pocket to give a little tip after the ride. ;o)

Sadly, we were not able to get a Zipline ride due to a heavy rain. ;o(

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Facts About Eden:
A mountain resort 3,000 feet above sea level, Eden Nature Park is 95% man-made! It is a great model of how we can re-create nature and rebuild a lost environment.

Discovered sometime in 1971, the resort used to be a logged-over area covered only by a blanket of wild grass. Its potential was, however, readily seen by the owners as the property provided an imposing view of Davao City and the Davao Gulf.

Not long after, terraces were carved out of the mountain slope, and thousands of pine tree seedlings were planted. As the pine trees grew, they provided canopies allowing other trees and plants to grow and creating a secondary forest. Today, there are over 100,000 pine trees spread throughout 80 hectares, providing a refreshing backdrop to the various attractions in Eden Nature Park.

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We've been here several times already, who wouldn't by the way? It's only 1 1/2 hours drive from our place. This is one of our favorite "day tour" destinations. If Manila has Tagaytay, Davao has Eden - the compact version. heheheh!

It's a perfect place to go whenever we want to see, feel and eat fresh! The scent of pine tress, the beautiful blooms in the gardens, the unmindful animals and the delectable foods - there are just some of the things that keep us coming back.

There is a an affordable yet enjoyable way to discover more about Eden without having to stay overnight. Eden offers Day Tour Packages that you may choose from according to your mood, budget or preference.

Day tour w/ buffet lunch - Php 500/adult; Php 280/child
Day tour w/ plated snack - Php 180/adult; Php 150/child

13 km Wild Water Fun from Tamugan to Lacson
Min of 5 pax, 2k per head
Inclusive of: Transpo (from Croc Park), Packed Lunch, Bottled Water, Use of gears and equipment, Guide's Fee, Souvenir shirt, Photo CD (2 CD for group of 6)

Itinerary:
8.30 am - Assembly at Croc PArk
9.30 am - Departure
10.30 am - Arrival at Put In area, Tamugan
11 am - Start of rafting
12 nn - Lunch
3 pm - Arrival at Take Out area, Purok 8, Lacson
3.50 pm - departure for Croc Park
4.30 pm - arrival at Croc Park

We did a day tour at pearl farm for 2 thousand pesos which includes boat transfer from Davao to Samal Island, Lunch Buffet and use of all ammenities. But day tour is not enough to enjoy. I will probably go back

When visiting the Philippine Eagle Center, you'll see a whole gamut of hawkers plying their trade. Trinkets, bags, malongs, shawls, candies, durian, lanzones, rambutan at prices lower than the usual market.

Focus your sight in one of the shops and you'll see an albino snake carried by a lady. She claims bathing and putting lotion on the snake. You can have your picture taken for a token. I gave P50 and had my picture taken with albino boy. When he snake started to squirm and move, I was disgusted with the way it rubbed my neck. Ewww!

Durian is so abundant and cheap in Davao so I suggest that you try out this tropical fruit.

Some are offended by its smell but I find its flesh too delightful to resist.

Try the local variety first then the Puyat variant.