Do you want to see the Philippines? Or do you want to experience the Philippines?

The Department of Tourism (DoT) has been promoting the country’s adventure and ecotourism destinations and activities as it aims to position the country as an exciting outdoor travel destination.

You do not have to be an expert athlete. You just have to be physically fit and to have that adventurous spirit to test the waters of adventure sports.

PISTSDo Philippine Index of Sports Tourism Sites & Destinationso databank of sports tourism facilities, venues, sites or destinations in the

Philippineso content: catalogue of data and information of all sporting and recreational sites

and facilities in the Philippines viable to be listed and promoted as travelers’ destination

o initial release on year 2009o research initiative of the DOT Sports Tourism Officeo it is an undertaking initiated by and currently under the management and

supervision of USEC Cynthia L. Carrion to keep pace with the fast developing niche (on sports tourism) in world tourism market

o With PISTSD, local and international travelers and tourists will have an easy access to information on where to go to experience a variety of sports, recreation and fitness activities. With PISTSD, they will also have the chance to learn sports skills (from A to Z) while on holiday.

WHAT does PISTSD envision to contribute to the Philippine tourism industry?

6.1 To produce a comprehensive and national-in-scope single catalogue that will give easy access for people worldwide and nationwide on places in the Philippines where they can:

Learn diverse kinds of sports Play and experience sports for recreation and leisure Host high-level sports tournaments Organize friendly games Hold sports and adventure boot camps Conduct sports conference and other educational gatherings Advance sports professional and academic competencies

6.2 To make known to people worldwide and nationwide that the Philippines has an array of magnificent islands with breathtaking landscapes and wonderful terrains that are very conducive to sports, adventure and recreational activities.

6.3 To promote to the world and to Filipinos that beyond the Philippines’ diverse terrains for sports, adventure and recreation are people whose hospitality, warmth and

ingenuity make sports practice, training and playing very conducive, encouraging and safe.

6.4 Finally, to develop and promote the Philippines as a “One-Stop-Action Destination”

Who/What are the target beneficiaries of PISTSD, and what does PISTSD intend to provide them?

7.1 Localities To assist the localities, particularly the Local Government Units, in the promotion of their sports tourism sites and facilities.

7.2 Tourism business sector To provide travel tours and operators a vast data and information for the formulation and designing of sports-related tour packages, and for the advancement of business.

7.3 Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA) To assist the PTA in its plans for infrastructure development of tourism sites and destinations.

7.4 National sporting organizations (GO and NGO) To provide the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and the various National Sports Associations (NSAs) a vast array of choices for sites and locations of sports training, tournaments and conferences.

7.5 Event Organizers To provide organizers of local and international sports activities a wide selection of sites and facilities most appropriate to the profile of the said activities.

7.6 The Public: The Traveler To provide the public a complete listing and description of sporting sites to spend holiday in.

What are the sources of PISTSD data and information? 10.1.1 Websites of government agencies, local government units, private organizations

and individuals 10.1.2 Sites/Facilities that are visited or inspected by the PISTSD research/technical staff 10.1.3 Information provided by sports and tourism related private entities

1. Angling

Philippines is a natural fishing ground with 7,107 islands, 17,640 km of coastline and 150 million hectares of marine water surely one can find a wide diversity of marine life. Deep fishing is a nice recreational activity although it is not as popular as diving and snorkeling in the Philippines, there are some fishing clubs or sport fishing charters such as Philippine Anglers Game Fishing Foundation, Blue Sky Sport Fishing, Filipino Anglers and KI Marine Sports Center that can assist anglers. The cheapest way to fish in the Philippines is to hire a boat to some boatmen who really make a living thru fishing for they can take anglers to nice fishing ground for a cheaper price. With 2,400 species of fish dwell in these grounds it is not impossible to fish year-round from local fishing to offshore fishing. During the month of March to May there is an abundance of jack and travelly, yellowfin tuna and skipjack tuna. The month of August to November is the high season for fishing wherein one can catch almost everything. The finest fishing grounds can be seen along the coast of Ilocos, Mactan, Batangas, Zambales, Bicol Region, Visayan Islands, and Mindanao particularly Surigao. 

Angling is a method of fishing by means of an "angle" (fish hook). The hook is usually attached to a fishing line and the line is often attached to a fishing rod. Fishing rods are usually fitted with a fishing reel that functions as a mechanism for storing, retrieving and paying out the line. The hook itself can be dressed with lures or bait. A bite indicator such as a float, and a weight or sinker are sometimes used.Angling is the principal method of sport fishing, but commercial fisheries also use angling methods such as longlining or trolling. Catch and release fishing is increasingly practiced by recreational fishermen. In many parts of the world, size limits apply to certain species, meaning fish below and/or above a certain size must, by law, be released.

Refer to PDF2. Boxing

The history of boxing in the Philippines is the history of boxing and the evolution and progress of the sport in the Philippines. In the Philippines, boxing is only considered a secondary sport behind basketball, despite of the glories and honors it brought to the country, having produced Olympic standouts, professional world champions and some of the greatest fighters in the history of the sport. The Philippines has yet to win an Olympic gold medal but amateur boxing has given the country more medals in the Summer Olympics than any sport with 5 out of its 9 total medals. On the other hand, professional boxing have produced 38 major world champions (including those of Filipino heritage), one of the most in the world. In an unofficial survey, the Philippines are ranked inside the top 10 in the world (led by USA, Mexico and Great Britain) and 4th in Asia (behind South Korea, Japan and Thailand).^. Filipino greats like Pancho Villa, Flash Elorde and Ceferino Garcia are members of the two highly respected boxing hall of fames - IBHOF and WBHF. Thus, giving the Philippines the most number of boxing hall of fame members out of Asia.

Today, Filipino professional boxers are one of the most respected for their aggressive styles and world class talents, with the likes of future hall of famers Manny Pacquiao and Nonito Donaire who are currently in the prestigious Ring Magazine pound for pound top ten rankings, currently number-six and number-ten best fighters in the world respectively.

Refer to pdf3. Caving

Caving — also traditionally known as spelunking in the United States and Canada and potholing in the United Kingdom and Ireland — is the recreational pastime of exploring wild (generally non-commercial) cave systems. In contrast, speleology is the scientific study of caves and the cave environment.[1]

The challenges involved in caving vary according to the cave being visited, but — in addition to the total absence of light beyond the entrance — often include the negotiation of pitches, squeezes,[2] and water hazards.[3] Cave diving is a distinct, and much more hazardous, sub-specialty undertaken by a small minority of technically-proficient (and daring) cavers.[4] In an area of overlap between recreational pursuit and scientific study, the most devoted and serious-minded cavers become accomplished at the surveying and mapping of caves and the formal (though usually private) publication of their efforts.

Caving became widely popular in the 1940s and '50s when a substantial caving community developed in the United States. In recent decades, the pursuit has changed considerably due to the availability of modern protective wear and other equipment. Sometimes categorized as an "extreme sport", it is not commonly considered as such by long-time enthusiasts, who may dislike the term for its connotation of disregard for safety.[2][5]

Many caving skills overlap with those involved in mine and urban exploration. Refer to pdf

4. Diving and snorkeling Diving is the sport of jumping or falling into water from a platform or springboard,

sometimes while performing acrobatics. Diving is an internationally-recognized sport that is part of the Olympic Games. In addition, unstructured and non-competitive diving is a recreational pastime.

Diving is one of the most popular Olympic sports with spectators. Competitors possess many of the same characteristics as gymnasts and dancers, including strength, flexibility, kinaesthetic judgment and air awareness. Some professional divers were originally gymnasts or dancers as both the sports have similar characteristics to diving.

Snorkeling (British and Commonwealth English spelling: snorkelling) is the practice of swimming on or through a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped tube called a snorkel, and usually fins. In cooler waters, a wetsuit may also be worn. Use of this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater attractions for extended periods of time with relatively little effort.

Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity, particularly at tropical resort and scuba diving locations. The primary appeal is the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural setting without the complicated equipment and training required for scuba diving. It appeals to all ages because of how little effort there is, and without the exhaled bubbles of scuba-diving equipment. It is the basis of the two surface disciplines of the underwater sport of finswimming.[1]

Snorkeling is also used by scuba divers when on the surface, in underwater sports such as underwater hockey and underwater rugby, and as part of water-based searches conducted by search and rescue teams.

Palawan

o It does not take a lot of imagination to think of Palawan as the prime dive destination in the country because its beauty on the surface flaunts the Eden below. To be sure, there are several choice dive spots in Palawan, but you will never go wrong if you venture into the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park first. Cited as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this underwater constellation of heavenly bodies has also been listed by CNN as one of the world’s top 10 dive sites. Coron not only has achingly beautiful lagoons, it also has an unbelievable diversity that speaks of the preservation efforts of Palawan’s local government and its people. There is a WWII sunken ship in Coron that is easy to explore for beginners. El Nido tantalizes with exotic coral diving, an apt introduction to the ecological state of health of surrounding waters.

Tubbataha, Palawan, Philippineso Super-size your dive experience at Tubbataha where everything comes in

giant form. The main advantage to diving at Tubbataha is that the water is exceptionally clean, so the marine life lives much longer, making it grow to silly proportions.

o These two small atoll like reefs in the middle of the ocean offer an inner lagoon with overhangs, slopes, crevices and caves with mor than 300 different types of coral and 379 species of fish.

o Expect kaleidoscopic colors combined with guitar sharks, black tip reef sharks, nurse sharks, gliding blue-spotted lagoon rays, unicorns, boxfish, scorpion fish and more.

o Depth: 5-60 meters. Visibility: 5-45 meters. Location: 182 kilometers south of the capital of Palawan, liveaboard trips leave from Puerto Princessa.

Puerto Galerao Puerto Galera off the coast of Mindoro (a province adjacent to Palawan)

brims with 40 dive sites for divers of all skill levels. The most famous of them all is The Canyons. Snappers, emperors, eagle rays, barracudas, turtles, tuna and occasional sharks are among the denizens of Puerto Galera’s deep.

The Canyons, Puerto Galera, Philippineso Schools of spotted and ribbon sweetlips, shiny trevallies and weird-

looking batfish make up the scene at this first-rate drift dive site.o There’s also an explosion of coral and plant life including beautiful

delicate gorgonian sea fans and hollow barrel sponges; look inside for critters lurking within.

o Depth: Up to 30 meters. Visibility: 10-30 meters. Location: 30-minute boat ride from Puerto.

Boracayo Not to be outdone by others on the beach list, Boracay promises

underwater adventures in the same way it promises fun in the sand.

Angol Point just off the coast of Station 3 is a beginner’s dive spot. For the initiated diver, Yapak waters are more challenging and abound with equally rewarding sightings of white-tip and grey reef sharks, tuna, manta rays and eagle rays. The coral canopy is vibrant and populated with corals of all colors and stripes (quite literally).

Apo Island o This island off the coast of Dauin has long been in the diving circuit

because of its marine wealth and its people’s conservation efforts. Coral gardens are no less breathtaking, and the opportunity for muck diving arises in the waters of Dumaguete, 30 minutes away by boat. (A recent update states, however, that Apo Island’s coral gardens have been affected – well, actually, decimated – by Typhoon Sendong and are presently under rehabilitation.) Those who have frequented Dumaguete waters also know that there are discoveries that wait in the muck. The ecosystem is entirely different and abounds with baskets of sponges, blazing nudibranchs, and colorful crinoids.

Malapascua, Cebuo Cebu is also on the best Philippine beach list, and it is equally flamboyant

underwater as it is on the shore. Hammerhead sharks have been spotted to patrol the waters from December to February, but Monad Shoal abounds with creatures of all imaginable kinds year round. Diving is also friendlier, because the less intrepid can just skim the surface at 5 meters and get generously rewarded with astounding sights.

Subic Bayo More famously known as the United States’ Naval base in the Pacific until

the Philippine Senate voted against it, Subic Bay not only beckons with marine denizens but also with interesting finds. Sharks, dolphins, turtles and barracudas flit in and out of Subic waters along with WW II wrecks.

Cauayan-Sipalay-Hinobaan Circuit, Negros Occidentalo The adventure starts at Danjugan Island just off the coast of Cauayan, a

town that precedes Sipalay in Southern Negros. Danjugan is a marine reserve and a living laboratory for WWF (World Wildlife Fund) marine biologists. Additionally, the island’s relative isolation from the mainland has helped maintain the health of marine life. From here further down south, it only gets better. Coral gardens abound in shallower waters until Nabulao Bay in Hinobaan, the last town of Negros Occidental, where another island known in the map as Pitogo but known by the locals as “pulo” (isle), hosts natural growth mangrove forests and a very expensive tropical resort. This tri-town circuit directly faces Sulu Sea, so gigantic bivalve mollusks, 150-pound yellowfin tunas and bottlenose dolphins are typical sightings.

o Technically a snorkeling, instead of diving, destination, Donsol in Sorsogon rewards the marine adventurer with almost year-round sightings of the whale sharks locally known as the “butanding.” Before

whale shark overdose sets in, however, divers can explore Manta Bowl and Ticao Island of nearby Masbate, where marine wildlife is said to be unbelievably diverse and colorful.

5. Equestrian Horseback riding skill of riding, driving, steeplechasing or vaulting with horses. This broad description includes

the use of horses for practical working purposes, transportation, recreational activities, artistic or cultural exercises, and competitive sport.

Equestrian Association of the Philippines (EAP) is the governing sports organization for equestrian in the Philippines. 

Baguio Boracay Tagaytay Cebu Clark Mikaela María Antonia "Mikee" Cojuangco-Jaworski, is a Filipino equestrianne,

local television host and actress from the Philippines. She was a gold medalist at the 2002 Asian Games in Busan, South Korea.[1]

o Cojuangco-Jaworski started to show interest in riding at age eight but was only allowed to take lessons by her parents when she turned 10. At the age of 16, she joined her first international competition at Shizuoka, Japan where she placed third in the individual show jumping. Her most significant victory was at the 2002 Asian Games in Busan, South Korea, at which she won the Philippines' third and last gold medal in the individual show jumping event.

o She was later appointed as the flag bearer at the 2010 Asian Games, despite not competing at the Games.[2]

o Cojuangco-Jaworski is a high school alumna of the Colegio San Agustin in Makati City. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the Ateneo de Manila University in 1996. In that same year, Cojuangco starrted in her most successful movie ever, DoReMi, alongside Donna Cruz and Regine Velasquez.

o Cojuangco-Jaworski is also a TV and movie actress and a commercial model. She is married to Pasig City congressman Robert "Dodot" Jaworski, Jr., son of basketball player, senator Robert "Sonny" Jaworski. Together, they have three sons named Robert Vincent Anthony III (Robbie), Rafael Joseph (Raf) and Renzo Mikael.

o Cojuangco-Jaworski is now starring in the fantasy soap opera Magic Palayok aired on GMA Network.

o On May 23, 2013, CEO of Goshen Land Capital, Inc, Alexander Bangsoy, announced that Cojuango-Jaworski will be the firm's celebrity endorser. Goshen Land Capital, Inc. is a Baguio-based real estate organization engaged in the development of residential subdivisions in prime locations in Baguio.

o She became an IOC member at the 125th IOC Session in Buenos Aires in September 2013. [3]

6. Fiesta games and sports

Philippine fiestas are a lot of fun. In general these fiestas include native sports which are referred today as games. Let’s take a look at them.

The most popular Philippine fiesta game is “Palasebo” or the lard hobby. Allegedly, this used to be an athletic training technique which later evolved into a native community pastime. A tall bamboo standing in the middle of an open space is lavished with lard or oil from top to bottom. A small flag is placed on top. The idea is to have one contestant climb the pole without any climbing implement, and half naked. Moreover, contestants of this Philippine fiesta game must have their bodies poured with oil to further toughen up the climb. At times they have all contestants simultaneously climb the pole. The lone survivor to take the flag down is champion of this Philippine fiesta game.

Hitting the hanging earthen pot, or “Palayok” is another favorite Philippine fiesta game. This can well pass for a Zen meditation technique but for the noisy crowd around. A small earthen pot is hanged through a net in the middle of a wide open space. The contestant of this Philippine fiesta game is blindfolded and given a small wooden bat. The idea is to find the way to the pot and hit it solid to break it. The net secures the broken pieces from flying away and hitting someone. At times this Philippine fiesta game varies a bit and the hanging pot is made to dangle for a more challenging hit.

Breaking lose several pigs in a secured perimeter is another Philippine fiesta game. The ground is kept muddy and the male contestants are topless. The idea is to go after the pigs and at least catch one and bring it to the judges. This Philippine fiesta game is a lot of mess but everybody enjoys it.

Another is “Pabitin” or hanging dole outs. This Philippine fiesta game uses a mat of bamboo sticks forming a flat lift. It is suspended in the air. Lots of goodies and toys hang from it, practically covering it. Children stand below waiting for it to be randomly lowered and raised. As the flat lift is lowered the kids jump to grab what they can from the goodies. Then it is raised again for another round.

Philippine fiesta games are distinctly Filipino and are designed for rough, rustic play. They are athletic activities good enough to become sports.

7. Golfing Golf is a precision club and ball sport in which competing players (or golfers) use

many types of clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a course using the fewest number of strokes. Golf is defined, in the rules of golf, as "playing a ball with a club from the teeing ground into the hole by a stroke or successive strokes in accordance with the Rules."

It is one of the few ball games that do not require a standardized playing area. Instead, the game is played on a course, in general consisting of an arranged progression of either nine or 18 holes. Each hole on the course must contain a tee box to start from, and a putting green containing the actual hole. There are various other standardized forms of terrain in between, such as the fairway, rough, and hazards, but each hole on a course, and indeed among virtually all courses, is unique in its specific layout and arrangement.

Golf competition is generally played for the lowest number of strokes by an individual, known simply as stroke play, or the lowest score on the most individual holes during a complete round by an individual or team, known as match play. Stroke play is the most commonly seen format at virtually all levels of play, although variations of match play, such as "skins" games, are also seen in televised events. Other forms of scoring also exist.

Alta Vista Golf & Country Club, Cebuo Alta Vista is a short, challenging, mountainous course with rolling terrain and

narrow fairways. The views are stunning: standing on the course, you can see Mactan Island, Bohol, and the bay.

Cebu Country Club, Cebuo This championship course was established in 1928, and has improved

continuously since it was created. There are winding fairways, numerous trees, and sand traps furnished with ground coral rock.

Rancho Palos Verdes, Davaoo This beautiful course has just about everything: undulating fairways, ravines,

dramatic elevation changes, water hazards, pot bunkers, and excellent views.8. High in the sky (hot air balloon)

Already discussed Features magnificent and multicolored hot air balloons with more than a hundred

balloon pilots from all over the world9. Island hopping

crossing an ocean by a series of shorter journeys between islands, as opposed to a single journey directly across the ocean to the destination.

El Nido Palawan Boracay Pearl Farm in Davao Siargao Pagudpud Mactan Island Camiguin Dakak Panglao Honda Bay

10. Jetski 11. Kayak & canoe

Whitewater Rafting in Cagayan

In whitewater rafting, participants guide and paddle a raft through whitewater, or the

river’s rapids. The sport’s popularity began to grow when it became part of the

Olympic Games in the 1970s. In the Philippine setting, from the mid '80s to mid '90s,

locals in Cagayan de Oro used inflated tire tubes, rafts made of bamboo and banana

trunks. Nowadays, this sport has evolved into a major tourism draw in Cagayan de

Oro.

Part of the thrill, excitement and challenges of rapids are sailing on different degrees

of rough waters, paddling through areas with higher water volume and steeper

descents and navigating a number of boulders and rocks. While you ride down the

river, you’ll be looking at the scenery for the duration of your trip!

12. Landscapade (hike, trek, mountain climb)

Mountain Climbing

Top 5 Must Climb Mountains in the PhilippinesMountain hiking is one of the activities that only a few people get to appreciate. For one thing,

climbing a mountain is never easy. If you’re not used to doing strenuous activities, trailing your way

up will be a big struggle for you. Apparently, you will not just hike a mountain by yourself. You have

to bring plenty of food, your tent and most importantly, water. Hiking a mountain is also expensive.

Bringing things that you will need when you get to the peak are not easily found in your cabinet,

right? You have to buy a tent which will cost you around 1,500php, you also have to buy your own

food and water, hiking backpack (not the ordinary backpacks) and hiking boots (not sneakers!).

Before venturing out there in the woods, make sure that you know some of the simple ways on

how to avoid accidents, wild animals and reptiles along the way. It would also be advisable to bring a

guide along to keep you (or your group) from getting lost. You also have to figure out (first and

foremost) what mountain you should climb. Excited much? Just to give you an idea, listed below are

the top five must climb mountains in the Philippines. Levels are also provided, Level 1 being the

easiest and Level 4 the most strenuous.

Mount Pico de Loro, Cavite – If you are interested in getting unusual animals and plants, this

mountain has a considerable supply of exotic flora and fauna. You will also enjoy the wonderful

summit views not to mentions the good sightings that you will see like beaches, forests and

volcanoes. Level 1

Mount Daguldol, Batangas – Is it your first time to climb a mountain? This mountain is a good one

for a beginner. There’s a golf course-like summit that will surely give you less struggle and more

comfort upon reaching the top. It will also give you an assurance that wild animals will not jump right

at you should you ever spend the night there. There’s also a beach at the foot of the mountain if you

want to go swimming after a strenuous hiking. Level 1

Mount Pinatubo, Zambales – Afraid of climbing this once-active volcano? It was the year 1991

when the second largest volcanic eruption occurred. For the sake of those people who don’t know

yet, Mt. Pinatubo was once 1745 meters tall but diminished its height to 1486

because of the eruption. It has been 20 years since that happened and since then, no eruptions from

this mountain was reported. Level 2

Mount Ugu, Benguet – The discovery of the beauty of this mountain was somehow odd. It was

in the year 1987 when a plane crashed on the slopes of Mount Ugu. Rescuers came to help the

victims and surprisingly, they found this mountains entirely beautiful. Since then, a lot of

mountaineers had been flocking to Mount Ugu. Level 3

Mount Pulag, Benguet – Looking for an easy to harder kind of adventure? Why not climb the

well-known “playground of the Gods”? This 2930-meter high mountain is also considered as the third

highest mountain in the Philippines. You don’t have to worry about climbing here if you’re a newbie

because Mount Pulag is Level 1 with some Level 3 trails. As long as you’re with an experienced

mountaineer, he’s got your back! Level 1

You may search the internet for directions on how to get to these places. Just remember that the

best thing that you can bring while you’re hiking is as light as you can imagine – prayer.

13. Mountain biking They say that the best way to get to know the Philippines is through a boat. But with

exciting and contrasting terrains? Roughing it up on two wheels is the way to go. I arrived in Cebu 10 years ago from Germany and spent my weekends on a mountain

bike —“suroy suroy lang” (Cebuano term for “just roaming around”). Each ride was overwhelming; one moment you are on top of an island after a tough climb and 30 minutes later, you’re swimming in the ocean.

On one of my first few rides, I got lost. The barangay (town) captain brought me to the barangay hall, where a table filled with fish, rice, vegetables, and some tuba (coconut wine) was waiting for me. Seriously?

Having lived 38 years in the west, I know what it is like to close our doors when a foreigner arrives. But here in the Philippines, doors are always open with a smile. Whichever island you go to, great fun awaits.

Cebu

o Cebu has rides for everybody — from a family day trip to Olango Island bird sanctuary; to a ride through the “Vegetable Highway”; or to the mountain barangay of Guba for hardcore bikers. Climb the foot of Mt. Manunggal, with inclinations that even a four-wheel drive will have a hard time negotiating.

Boholo Hang out in Loboc and its muddy trails. Explore the challenging rides up to

Cruz Daku. Need a place to stay? Nuts Huts resort is highly recommended, with bike rental available.

Bontoc/Banaueo For a feel of the alpine environment, roam through Bontoc and Banaue. In

Sagada, you’ll always find somebody who is willing to explore trails like “Marlboro Country.”

Davaoo Wherever you go, you will never lose the view of Mt. Apo (the Philippines’

highest mountain). Nothing beats exploring Samal Island and its rolling roads or the challenging ride up to Eden Nature Park.

Bataneso If you don’t know how it feels to get high, try trail riding on its rolling terrain.

It’s like you’re in another place because the rolling hills and verdant grass remind you of Scotland, while the thick stonewalled houses are reminiscent of Northern Europe.

14. Nature Adventure Race

15. Oval sports Practices for basketball, badminton, etc

16. Parasailing Parasailing, also known as parascending, or "parakiting" is a recreational kiting activity

where a person is towed behind a vehicle (usually a boat) while attached to a specially designed canopy wing that reminds one of a parachute, known as a parasail wing. The manned kite's moving anchor may be a car, truck, or boat. The harness attaches the pilot to the parasail, which is connected to the boat, or land vehicle, by the tow rope. The vehicle then drives off, carrying the parascender (or wing) and person into the air. If the boat is powerful enough, two or three people can parasail behind it at the same time. The parascender has little or no control over the parachute. The activity is primarily a fun ride, not to be confused with the sport of paragliding.

The Philippines, which is identified because of its thrilling places of interest as well as colorful fests, is gradually creating a name regarding alone being a heaven with regard to drinking water sports activities enthusiasts. A good emerging h2o leisure exercise in the country is actually windsurfing. Having its wealthy h2o assets, the particular Philippines is an perfect place for this high-flying experience.

At first for sale in posh hotels within the Bahamas, The hawaiian islands, Guam, and also Sydney, windsurfing is actually continuously gaining a lot more pursuing in the Philippines because of its introduction to be able to different holiday packages

through supplied holiday resort as well as vacation local rental workers across the country.

Parasailing, that is also known as parascending, permits an individual to stay in mid-air for a few moments although strapped inside nylon harnesses. Any boat usually holds the actual parascender in to the oxygen. The game seems hard however specialists insist which windsurfing won’t will need virtually any special ability other than utter courage. Taking pleasure in the high-adrenaline knowledge is probably the typical suggestions contributed through specialists to novices.

Here is a manual upon how to locate the most effective parasailing web sites around Luzon, Visayas, as well as Mindanao

Mactan Island Situated around the southeast associated with Cebu, Mactan is probably the top windsurfing locations in the country. Many accommodations inside the tropical isle attract visitors using their numerous h2o recreation services to move windsurfing, aircraft skiing, scuba diving, as well as sailboating. While in the air, the particular parascender receives a remarkable look at from the islands of Bohol, Sta. Rosa, Olango, as well as Cebu. Pristine beaches and abundant marine assets have got placed Mactan on the Philippine journey guide.

Boracay Islando Parasailing activities additionally wait tourists in Boracay, which is well-

known because of its whitened mud shorelines. The brave heart and soul is handled having a bird’s-eye-view with the entire island. Some hotels in Boracay organise windsurfing activities for customers, tourists also can hire the actual companies associated with hawkers who offer reduced costs. A 15-minute parasailing escapade within Boracay generally costs between Php 1, 500 as well as Php two, 500. Parasailing permits vacationers to have their particular energy flowing inside enjoying numerous events as well as routines in Boracay.

Subic Bayo Another preferred windsurfing site inside the Philippines may be the Subic

These types of inside Zambales. Since it’s really a handful of several hours far from Manila, many water outdoorsmen within the town you live quench their particular being thirsty with regard to windsurfing as well as other recreational activities in Subic. Parasailers obtain a great unforgettable see from the Subic Bay as well as Grande Tropical isle. Other drinking water routines within Subic include diving and also damage snorkeling, yachting, as well as kayaking

Coron Islando The particular island paradise regarding Palawan offers every thing for each

vacationer, such as parasailing. Within Coron, the well-known vacation vacation inside the land, you can have a see of the isle about four hundred feet above water. The island, that is furthermore famous for the pleasurable rock formations, is considered the greatest wreck scuba diving site inside the Philippines. Damage plunge websites are only inside a degree as short since five to be able to 25 ft and as deep because 120 in order to 160 feet.

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17. Quickdraw (shooting) Practical shooting is a sport which challenges an individual's ability to shoot rapidly and accurately with a full-power handgun, rifle, or shotgun. To do this, shooters take on obstacle-laden shooting courses called stages, some requiring many shots to complete, and others just a few. While scoring systems vary between practical shooting organizations, each measures the speed with which the stage is completed, with penalties for inaccurate shooting.Practical Shooting is the fastest growing shooting sport in the world to date. Combining the elements of Speed, Power, and Accuracy, it is a venue that seeks to develop and test an individual's shooting skills in a controlled sporting environment. Practical shooting matches are realistic, diverse and fun, mixing props such as barricades, doors, shooting ports, tunnels and other everyday objects with full or partially exposed targets, moving targets, penalty-carrying no-shoot targets and steel reactive targets to test the skills and techniques of the practical shooting competitor.

Practical shooting is done freestyle - there is no single method by which a shooting scenario may be engaged and individual competitors may have their own solution to the shooting problem at hand. Each competitor's resulting score is determined by the number of hits made on a given target, divided by the elapsed time needed to complete the scenario

18. Rock ‘n Climbact of ascending steep rock formations. Normally, climbers use gear and safety equipment

specifically designed for the purpose. Strength, endurance, and mental control are required to

cope with tough, dangerous physical challenges, and knowledge of climbing techniques and the

use of essential pieces of gear and equipment are crucial. Although rock climbing is an outdoor

activity, many cities are home to indoor rock climbing gyms which can be formatted to match the

physical (but not necessarily mental or technical) skill level needed for outdoor climbing.

Atimonan

o Though not exactly near Manila – it is a good 5 hours away –

Atimonan is the climbing destination of choice for Manila-based

climbers because of its quality climbs, scenic surroundings and

excellently maintained routes. Most of the routes and bolted and

sport climbing is the norm, though a few trad routes can also be

found. The climbing in general demands technique more than power,

with no severe overhangs but with few jugs. The majority of the

routes are face climbs, with a couple of crack climbs and one very

enjoyable arête

o Climb on clean, solid limestone.

o Kick back and enjoy the fresh air and rural scenery.

Cantabaco rocks

o Cebu city

Matukan island, caramoan

o Camarines sur

19. Surfing Top surfing areas in the PhilippinesUnknown to many in the country, the Philippines has a long list of great surfing areas. Here are some of the more popular surfers' haunts where you could ride the waves or simply get lessons if you are a beginner. The Philippine Surfing Federation gave me the first eight and I added two more.

1. Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte (Cloud 9)On top of the list is none other than the "Surfing Capital of the Philippines." The Cloud 9 wave can be found in the town of General Luna and has put the Philippines in the world surfing map. Other popular breaks in and around Siargao Island include Jacking Horse, Tuason Left, Rock Island, Stimpies and Pacifico. Check out the Sagana Resort website for detailed information. Thanks to Sagana Resort for the Siargao photos.

According to Sagana, the best months for surf in this area is from August up to the start of November when the area gets the most typhoon swells and the best winds. From May to July, the surf is generally smaller. From December to April the winds are often strong and cross shore. But they say that the swell is always pretty big and some surfers prefer this time of year.

2. Puraran Beach, Baras, Catanduanes (Majestics)Puraran Bay in Baras, Catanduanes is home to the famous mighty Majestics reef break that produces awesome long-barrel waves. The waves are at their finest in August and September. The place itself is a picturesque backdrop of coconut trees and small hills. Although course, the white sand is clean and the water is crystal clear. But as they say, if you are a surfer, "Puraran equals Majestics period!"

3. Cemento Beach, Baler, AuroraMost have heard about Sabang, a beach break 5 to 10 minutes away from the town proper where most of the tourism establishments are found. Cemento on the other hand is a reef break which is 30 minutes away from the town proper. But you can easily get lessons in Sabang Beach. Check out my Baler surf adventure: More summer fun in Aurora.

4. Calicoan Island, Guiuan, Eastern SamarCalicoan Island is home to The Surf Camp. And the great news for surfers is that ABCD Beach has both left-hand and right-hand waves. The season runs from April to November, with the summer months perfect for beginners (with gentle 2 to 3 foot waves). Latter months offer bigger and more challenging waves.

5. Maira-Ira Beach, Pagudpud, Ilocos NorteFew people know that way beyond the resorts of Pagudpud is a secret hideaway called Blue Lagoon, the best beach in that part of the country. Saud Beach may be great, but Maira-Ira is astounding! And what's great is that on a windy day, the beach is perfect for surfing!

6. San Juan, La UnionHome to the Billabong San Juan Surf School of Luke Landrigan, San Juan is a perfect place for longboarders. And it's very accessible too since you can take any bus to Ilocos and get off just a few meters from the San Fernando-San Juan boundary. This is another surfing haunt I got to try for myself.

7. Lanuza Bay, Surigao del Sur (Doot Poktoy)According to the Surf Lanuza website, "Doot Poktoy is endowed with some of the best waves in the world. And when the waves are good, they can measure up to the world renowned waves of Siargao and Hawaii. Located on the southern edge of the Northwestern Pacific typhoon belt, the waves driven by the winds of the typhoons are unpredictable. If a strong typhoon passes close enough, surf can reach almost 15 feet, with 9, 11 or 14 waves per set and up to twice as many waves per hour as a long groundswell like affecting Indonesia and Hawaii.

The Surf Report Magazine describes Lanuza as "a place with a flawless river mouth. Its waves spin long perfect rights on a big swell at low tide. There is a hollow tube section at take-off and there are long section walls up to 200 meters."

8. Cabugao, Ilocos Sur (Kido's Point)

Kido's Point has been a popular site for surfing competitions in Ilocos Sur, attracting participants from surfing areas all over the country. The place got its name from Cabugao's local surfing hero Kido Cabasug.

9. San Narciso & San Antonio, ZambalesThe Canoe Beach Resort in Pundaquit, San Antonio is where professional surfer Joseph "Joe" Villatora from Kauai, Hawai conducts his surfing lessons.

10. Bagasbas Beach, Daet, Camarines NorteThis is another great surfing area located on the Pacific coast of Luzon. When you're hungry, check out Alvino's Pizza, a popular surfers hangout.

20. Trip & race 21. Ultralight flying 22. Volley at the beach 23. Wakeboarding 24. Xtreme sports 25. Yacht & sail

26. Zip and zoom a. ZipZone Dahilayan Adventure Park, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon

o Longest zipline in the moment

o 840 meters

o The zipline’s launch point is at 4,700 feet above sea level, with a 100-meter elevation

drop that lets riders reach speeds ranging from 60 to 100 kilometers per hour as they

zoom over the lush greenery and enjoy breathtaking views of the mountains.

o The zipline is dual—meaning it has two cables so that two riders can enjoy the

experience simultaneously. For safety reasons, only those who are physically and

mentally fit are allowed to ride the zipline, and only those between 4’4” and 6’3” in

height.

o ziplines and other facilities

There are three dual ziplines—one 320 meters long, the other only 150

meters long. These two

shorter lines (above) are meant to get customers into the action and help

them lose their fear of the adventure.

The shorter ziplines were built in 2008. The longest was opened to the public

in 2009

o All rides will cost you P600. But if you want to avail only of the 150-meter and 320-

meter rides, the price is lower: P350.

b. Camp Sabros Zipline Outdoor adventure

o 2nd longest zipline in the country

o Located in the highlands of Sitio Barras, Kapatagan, Digos City, Davao del Sur, a part of the

country’s highest peak – Mt. Apo, Camp Sabros

o highest elevation

c. Outland Adventure Camp’s Xcelerator Zipline

o situated in a 17-hectare private nature sanctuary in the village of Bugac, Diversion Road Ma-a, Davao City

o kilometer long dual-cable speed zipline about 200 feet above the ground making it the largest ropes course

o The facility uses state-of-the-art standard safety equipments certified and imported from the U.S.

o Outland Adventure Camp is owned and operated by Project Challenge Foundation, Inc. in Davao City, a foundation duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Board members of Project Challenge Foundation, Inc. does not receive financial compensation or fringe benefits from Outland Adventure programs and rely entirely on donations and revenues generated form corporate clients for the daily business operation of the facilities. Their incorporation documents and by-laws are on file for public viewing at the local Davao City Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) office.

o The zipline uses two cables which are entirely independent of each other, which are rated at 14,400 pounds tensile strength. Both cables are carefully tested for its capacity and strength. It is roughly about 600 meters and 500 meters long.

o The cables are multi-wrapped around a primary anchor supported with multiple 'typhoon-rated' guy wires attached to deadman anchors and is infused with a multiple redundant safety system that includes a backup system to ensure rider's absolute safety and protection. The cables and the other contraptions are Petzl, which are made in France and can carry multiple weights in tons. The three-break system consists of the primary, secondary, and fail-state break system at the end of the zipline to reduce any risk.

o The Xcelerator is certified by a U.S. instructor and uses 12 connection points with a comprehensive backup safety system, while the highest certified zipline in the U.S. uses only six connection points with no backup system. On-site rescue equipment is readily available in case of eventuality.

d. Misibis Bay

o Cagraray Island, Albayo 200 meter or a 450 meter line amidst the picturesque view of the sea from the eco-

energy parko Maximum persons per activity: 5 person per trip

e. Danao Adventure Park (suislide)

o Just a two-hour drive from Tagbilaran, the Danao Adventure Park is eco-tourism at

its finest: natural attractions developed and maintained with environmental awareness through the support of the community. And the park’s extreme attractions are enough to satisfy even the most foolhardy adrenaline junkie.

o Danao Adventure Park is nestled in the mountainous range of Bohol.o The Suislide — a zipline that traverses a half-kilometer gap between mountains; one

of the longest zip lines in the Philippines. Suislide is basically a zip-line consisting of a pulley suspended on a cable mounted on an incline cliff. The Suislide has two lines, going forth and back. Its starting point is parallel to the Sky Ride and Plunge’s height.

o Suislide is the local version for zipline, a sky ride or a slide for life. Sui-slide is coined

from the word, “Suis“ (the sound of the cable ride once you get to slide) and “slide”. It could also mean for some who is so much petrified with heights to be a suicidal slide. It traverses around half a kilometer from one mountain to another, taking you to less than a minute exhilarating ride

o Activities include outdoorsy fare such as trekking, rappelling, ATV rides, caving and

kayaking down the Wahig River. Pluckier souls can try scaling giant tree roots (root climbing), bouncing down the river in a massive inner tube (river tubing) or going up, up and away in a motor-powered paraglider (paramotoring)

o The Sky Ride, an open-air cable car, is relatively tame. ThePlunge, a canyon swing that sends adventurers on a 45-meter free fall before swinging them back and forth like a pendulum, is a little higher on the adrenaline scale.

f. Zip City

o Location: Hill Top Davao, Barangay Langub, Diversion Road, Ma-a, Davao Cityo Length: 320 meters long, around 120 feet above the ground

o While gliding from above, a scenic view of Mount Apo and Davao Gulf could be enjoyed so any fear could be set aside for awhile from the relaxing view on top. They have complete and safe equipment like a harness, head gears, cable and trolleys that have passed the standard requirement of the International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation. And the crews assisting the riders are professional and helpful to their customers.

g. Tagaytay Zipline

o Tagaytay Cityo guests ride a total of four ziplines ranging from 250 meters and one Cable Caro Platforms and Zip lines range from 150 ft to 300 ft off the ground o Ziplining involves gliding along a suspended steel cable, using a pulley and

climbing harness o Our rides area is in the edge of picnic grove at Tagaytay and covers acres of land

in a tropical _temperate forest o Ride duration is approximately 20-30 secondso All tours are fully guidedo Tagaytay Ridge Zipline & Cable Car top priority is the well being of each and

every person who takes part in the ride. All aspects of our course and every piece of our equipment are held to the highest standards of safety.

o All equipment utilized in the zip course has been engineered and exceeds industry standards to ensure a fun, enjoyable experience. Our ziplines and platforms have been inspected and registered with the Government Safety Authority. In addition, our guides are thoroughly trained in every aspect of working at heights so you can feel confident you are in good hands on your tour.

h. camp explore

o Located in Brgy. Calawis, Antipolo City

• Wakeboarding in Camarines Sur

• Wakeboarding is a surface water sport developed from a combination of water skiing, snowboarding and surfing techniques. The Camarines Sur Watersports Complex or CWC is one of the only two cable parks in the country. It is called as such because a series of tower-connected mechanical cables pulls the rider around the water. Its 6-point cable ski system is designed for wakeboarding, wakeskating and waterskiing.

• Since the completion of the cable park, beginner and professional wakeboarders and skiiers from all over the world have visited the CWC to compete or simply to have fun. The province owes its inclusion in the Top 5 destinations in the country to CWC. Camarines Sur ranks 4th next to Davao, Boracay and Cebu in attracting the biggest volume of visitors for the 1st quarter of 2009. The sport has indeed taken the province by waves.

• 3. Whitewater Rafting in Cagayan

• In whitewater rafting, participants guide and paddle a raft through whitewater, or the river’s rapids. The sport’s popularity began to grow when it became part of the Olympic Games in the 1970s. In the Philippine setting, from the mid '80s to mid '90s, locals in Cagayan de Oro used inflated tire tubes, rafts made of bamboo and banana trunks. Nowadays, this sport has evolved into a major tourism draw in Cagayan de Oro.

• Part of the thrill, excitement and challenges of rapids are sailing on different degrees of rough waters, paddling through areas with higher water volume and steeper descents and navigating a number of boulders and rocks. While you ride down the river, you’ll be looking at the scenery for the duration of your trip!

• 4. Canyoning in Cebu

• Canyoning is a combination of several sports, such as walking, trekking, climbing, abseiling, rafting and swimming. For starters, the jump or descent is made from 8 meters while for the more experienced, the jump could be several waterfalls higher than 30 meters.

• Cebu and its limestone mountains provide a scenic and suitable place for canyoning. Get active, feel the adrenaline rush and delight in its surrounding landscape. As the places for canyoning are situated in the densely forested mountain valleys, you will see and enjoy nature in its pure and raw form.

• A piece of advice—once the abseiling has begun, there is no way back. You must complete the descent! As all mountaineers know, “going up is optional, coming down is mandatory.”

• 5. Volcano Climbing in Albay

• Mayon Volcano is a highly active volcano. Climbing season for Mt. Mayon is restricted to the summer months of March to May because landslides are common during the rainy season. It is also advisable to contact the local Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology office before scheduling a climb for safety.

• The Knife’s Edge or the level close to the summit is for intermediate to expert climbers. Camp 1 site is good for beginners planning on a day trek. Camp 1 is the base camp used by mountaineers before their final ascent. To reach the campsite at 780 meters above sea level, you’ll trek through different vegetation zones, from rich agricultural land to light Agoho Pine forest and thick giant fern forest.

• Sure, there are many tourist destinations in the Philippines that are great for picture-taking and sightseeing. But don’t limit yourself to seeing the beauty behind the camera. Be active, get some action going and pump up that adrenaline rush. Participate in these adventure and nature sports.

• The country’s 7,107 islands are teeming with nature’s gifts and activities to explore. By visiting these sports destinations and engaging in active outdoor recreations, you will not only see nature at its best but also experience it.