The Philippine archipelago, with its more than 7000 islands, is a paradise of beaches. The Davao Region in Southern Mindanao has its own share of coastal pleasures to offer. Here are a few areas to visit:  

Paradise Island Park, Samal

 Caliclic, Babak, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte Paradise Island Park and Beach Resort is a secluded place along Davao Gulf. It offers a bundle of unique experiences from the boat ride to the shores of the island. Guests get to enjoy a great panoramic view of Davao City and Mount Apo as its background to your right and the best side of Samal Island ahead. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="960"] Photo from Paradise Island Resort Facebook Fan Page[/caption]

Rates:

• Premier Room: PhP 3,900.00
• Deluxe Room:   PhP 3,500.00
• Day Tour: PhP 200.00
• Beach Overnight: PhP 300.00
• Extra Bed: PhP 750.00

Contact Details:

• Website: http://www.paradiseislanddavao.com
• Phone: (63) (82) 233 – 0251, 234 – 1229, 300 – 2343
• Email: paradiseislanddavao@gmail.com or inquiry@paradiseislanddavao.com

 

Secdea Beach Resort, Samal

 Brgy. San Isidro, Babak, Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) Secdea Beach Resort, which opened in 2012-13, is one of the recent additions to Samal's list of private beaches and resort. With amenities like infinity pool, mangrove walk, fishing lagoon, and water sports (jetski, banana boat, kayak, etc), you will never run out of things to do and enjoy in the resort. [caption id="attachment_321" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Photo from TravelJams.com[/caption]

Rates:

Day Use (inclusive of Entrance, Lunch, Pool, and Beach use)

• Adult rate Php1,000.00/pax
• 7 yrs and younger Php 650.00/child

Accommodation *with complimentary breakfast, free 30 minutes kayak usage, free pool & beach use

• Amakan Rooms - Php 4,000 (non-aircon, common t&b, good for 4 pax)
• Talisay Rooms - Php 4,000 (2 pax)
• Seashell Rooms - Php 5,890 (3 pax)
• Sea Breeze Lodge - Php 8,140 (4 pax)
• Villa Secdea 2nd Floor - Php 18,500 (12 pax)
• East View Rooms - Php 7,890 (4 pax)
• Family Rooms - Php 15,000 (12 pax)
• Extra person - Php 1,200 (bed & breakfast)

Contact Details:

• Samal no. (082)305-2774 or (082)305-4028 or 0923-724-4938
• Davao booking office no. (082)295-7912
• Email: secdeabeachresort@gmail.com
• Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/secdeabeachresort

 

Isla Reta Beach Resort

 Isla Reta, Island Garden of Samal Isla Reta Beach Resort is an hour's boat ride away from Davao City. It offers a peaceful and natural ambiance, a paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the city. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="960"] Photo from Isla Reta Facebook fan page.[/caption]

Rates:

Day tour

• Adult: Php 100.00
• Child (4-10 years old): Php 50.00

Overnight:

• Adult: Php 200.00
• Child (4-10 years old): Php 100.00

*inclusive of use of Pavilion, Open Function Hall, Tables and Chairs, Volleyball Court, and Grill Accommodation:

• Concrete Cottage: Php 900.00
• Native Room: Php 800.00
• Dormitory: Php 6,500.00
• Tent: Php 400.00

Contact Details:

• Phone: (082) 234 7903
• Mobile:  (+63) 928 214 1487
• Email: islareta@gmail.com
• Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/IslaReta.Beach

 

Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Samal

Bo. Adecor, Kaputian District, Island Garden of Samal This upscale beachfront resort is the perfect place for a cozy, luxurious relaxation. With additional amenities including 2 open-air restaurants, 3 bars and 2 pools (1 infinity), plus a spa, a gym and 5 beaches and jet skis, snorkeling and diving spots, one never runs out of things to do. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="620"] Photo from Pearl Farm Resort website.[/caption]

Rates:

Day Tour:

• P1,950.00 on weekdays
• P2,500.00 on weekends

Accommodations:

• Hilltop Room: Php 10,550
• Mandaya House: Php 12,000
• Samal House: Php 13,200
• Malipano Villa: Php 49,948

Contact Details

• Phone: +63 82 235 1234 to 36
• Email: pearlfarmresortreservations@anflocor.com
• Website: http://www.pearlfarmresort.com/

 

Banana Beach Resort, Tagum

  Hijo Plantation Brgy. Madaum, Tagum City, Davao del Norte Banana Beach Resort is the only beach resort in the world that is inside a banana plantation. It is the ideal destination vacation spot for family and friends looking for relaxation and exciting adventures in an ecotourism destination at the heart of Davao Gulf. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="800"] Photo from Banana Beach website.[/caption]

Rates:

• Day Package: Php 1,250
• Consumable Pass: Php 750

Contact Details:

• Phone: +63 917 633 7019 or + 63 999 885 0031
• Email: bananabeachdvo@hijoresources.net
• Website: http://bananabeachdavao.com/

Dahican Beach, Mati City

 Dahican, Mati City, Davao Oriental Dahican also boasts of its long stretch of white sand beach, clear waters, and rich marine life and a leading spot for adventure enthusiasts and several water-sports activities such as surfing, skim-boarding, and a whole lot more. There are a number of accommodations available in Dahican, one of which is Botona Beach Resort. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="620"] Photo from Wayph.com[/caption]

Rates:

• Cottage 1:  rate is  PHP2,000.00  per room
• Cottage 2:  rate is  PHP2,300.00  per room
• Kiosk:  PHP300.00 each
• Rubber table with seats:  PHP200.00
• Entrance fee:  PHP10.00 per person

Contact Details:

• Phone: (918)525-5227 and (939)646-4586.
• Website: http://botona.com/

Whatever your accommodation budget is, there is a beach resort somewhere in Davao to satisfy your need for beach-bumming.