With its more than 7100 islands, mountainous regions, numerous rivers and lakes, and excellent beaches, the Philippines naturally has diverse destinations for those who are hungry for adventure. If you are looking for some adrenaline rush or just want to explore nature's wonders, this is the place to be.

Outdoor adventure destinations are easily accessible by air, land, and sea, and you do not have to break the bank for you to enjoy extreme sports and popular outdoor activities in the country. Wherever you are in the Philippines, there is definitely an outdoor sport or activity that you can enjoy with family and friends.

While every province offers excellent outdoor adventure opportunities for foreign and local tourists, there are areas which stand out when it comes to different activities.

Land adventure

• Mountain retreat - Baguio

• Hiking/trekking, heritage tour - Banaue

• Heritage tour - Sagada

• Hiking/trekking - Mount Pulag in Quezon province

• Climbing/mountaineering – Mount Apo in Davao

• Trekking – Taal volcano in Tagaytay

Water adventure

• Diving, snorkeling, and other water sports - Batangas, Bohol, Mindoro

• Surfing - La Union and Siargao Island in Surigao del Norte

• Diving, exploration of the longest underground river, paddling - Palawan

• Canoeing – Pagsanjan in Laguna

• White water rafting - Cagayan de Oro

• Wakeboarding - Camarines Sur

• Island hopping - Hundred Islands in Pangasinan

• Board sailing – Boracay, Batangas

Aerial adventure

• Zipline, cable car – Tagaytay

• Skydiving – Tanauan in Batangas

• Hot air ballooning – Clark Field in Pampanga

• Ultralight flying – Clark Field in Pampanga

The Philippines has something for everyone, no matter what type of outdoor adventure you are into. What are you waiting for? Pack your bags and enjoy different outdoor activities to make your trip truly memorable.