10 Best Things To Do In Dipolog, Philippines(With Pictures)

1. Stroll along Dipolog Sunset Boulevard

A wide foreshore running from Sta. Cruz in Barangay Central to Purok Bularan in Barangay Miputak, Dipolog Sunset Boulevard is perfect for those who wish to enjoy the serenity of a breathtaking sunset. Here, you can pick your spot and watch the sunset or take a lovely stroll. If you’re in the mood for something more upbeat, you can enjoy live music from bands and delicious food from nearby restaurants too!

Dipolog Sunset Boulevard

Address: Sta. Cruz, Barangay Central to Purok Bularan, Barangay Miputak

2. Be a beach bum at Aliguay Island

Want to get the best, most fun-filled beach trip ever? Visit Aliguay Island, where they’ve got everything you’d probably want in a beach trip. With white sand and blue waters, one would think Aliguay Island is already a great beach on its own - but it also offers guests the chance to munch on fresh seafood dishes from the island at Tacubo Restaurant and enjoy aqua sport facilities for guests who want to go diving, snorkeling, kayaking or jet skiing. You can also get the full island tour via golf cart - quite the whole package, wouldn’t you say?

Aliguay Island

Address: Dipolog, Mindanao, Philippines

3. Hike at Linabo Peak

Located in Sitio Dinginan, Barangay Lugdungan, Linabo Peak is a 3,000-step trail that leads to an astonishing view of Dipolog and Dapitan against a backdrop of sun and sky. If you’re a beginner to hiking, there’s nothing to worry about: Linabo Peak has a stairway that’s easy to follow so you can still enjoy the view from the top. Previous visitors recommend that you go in the morning to enjoy the sunrise and cool breeze, and to bring insect repellent as well.

Linabo Peak

Address: Sitio Dinginan, Brgy. Lugdungan Dipolog City, Zamboanga Del Norte

4. Hang out at Magsaysay Park/Plaza Magsaysay

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Located along Herrera Street, Plaza Magsaysay is the place to be if you want to spend your late afternoon just cooling down and unwinding. You can go on a leisurely stroll, relax and read a book on the benches, or just simply enjoy the nature that surrounds you while you’re here. Magsaysay Park is right beside City Hall and in front of the Holy Rosary Cathedral, so it’s difficult to miss. It also has a functional stage and amphitheater, and if you’re bringing kids, they can enjoy the giant footwear-shaped kiddie slides in the park as well - so it’s fun for everyone!

Magsaysay Park

Address: Herrera Street, Dipolog City

5. Take a dip in Sungkilaw Falls

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

If you want to beat the heat, or if you’re simply looking for a secluded place to enjoy bathing in cool, refreshing water, Sungkilaw Falls is a must-visit for you. Positioned in the middle of a lush, green forest, Sungkilaw Falls requires its visitors to trek through rough terrain before reaching it - but even though it may be a long walk, the reward is very much worth it. The terrain going to Sungkilaw Falls is not that difficult either for first-time visitors, as there are trails that serve as a guide too. Once you’re there, you can swim in its cool, clear waters and let your troubles melt away!

Sungkilaw Falls

Address: Barangay Diwan Dipolog City, Zamboanga Del Norte

6. Get an Adrenaline Rush at Sicayab Cliffs

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If you’re a thrill-seeker looking to get your adrenaline fix, head over to Sicayab Cliffs in Sicayab-Bucana. Here, not only can you enjoy the physical thrill of rock climbing, but you can also go cliff diving too! Sicayab Cliffs is only 4 kilometers (2.4 mi) away from Sicayab Beach, where you can enjoy other physical activities as well like skim-boarding or swimming. Or if you’re tired from all the rock-climbing and cliff-diving, you can just lay on Sicayab Beach’s fine sand and relax.

7. Enjoy drinks and music at Rui

Dipolog may seem like your typical nature-filled, outdoorsy destination, but it also has a nightlife scene to die for. If you want to skip the beach for the night and live it up, head over to Rui, a bar and music lounge that acts as a restaurant by day and turns into a bar by night. Enjoy both imported and local liquor, hang out with your friends (or make new ones), savor great food and listen to great music for a night to remember. Drinks are very affordable too - beers start at 0.90 USD and shots start at 1.00 USD. Rui also hosts parties regularly, but they are scheduled so it’s best to plan ahead. Rui is open 10:00 pm - 12:00 midnight on weekdays and is open from 10:00 pm - 2:00 am on weekends.

Rui

Address: Ariana Hotel, Airport Rd., Dipolog, Zamboanga del Norte

Facebook: Rui

8. Go spelunking at Libuton Cave

Maybe you got bored of the beach or of the mountains and want to try something new - that’s completely fine! At Dipolog, you can explore the Libuton Cave via spelunking. A natural hideout for bats, Libuton Cave is a place you can enjoy all to yourself as it doesn’t have too many crowds and is one of the newer destinations in town. It is also one of the seven interconnecting caves in Dipolog - but sadly, only three of them, including Libuton, are open for exploration.

Libuton Cave

Address: Manukan, Dipolog, Mindanao, Philippines

9. Cogon Eco-Tourism Park

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Have a forest adventure on Cogon Eco Park. Learn and enjoy looking at the animals like rabbits, hawk, eagle, snake, boar, peacocks, doves, lizards and other animals on its aviary and wildlife park. You might also want to check out various kinds of trees and plants on the side with their common name and scientific name tags. The most popular species of trees here are Acacia, Mahogany, Narra and Cogon tree which is the park’s namesake. You may also explore Subanen village replica, which has treehouses and a medium-size tribal hall. Subanen is a native tribe in the Zamboanga peninsula which is a famous indigenous group that used to live on the trees. Meanwhile, if you want to have an adventure trek, there are also designated trails to explore the mountain area and some parts of Cogon.

Cogon Eco-Tourism Park

Address: Dipolog City, Zamboanga del Norte

10. Tulwanan Village

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Learn more about the past of Dipolog by visiting Sitio Tulwanan in Barangay Lugdungan. This site is the original settlement of Subanons, Dipolog’s early inhabitants. In the early days, this is where the Subanons used to transport their products to trading posts and markets. Constructed replicas of Subanon houses are on this site to preserve its historical significance and be able to share this among locals and curious tourists.

Tulwanan Village

Address:Sitio Tulwanan in Barangay Lugdunga

Dipolog - an adventure for everyone

Dipolog is truly filled with tourist gems of every kind. Whether you’re a traveling couple, a solo adventurer, or a group of friends, there’s something in Dipolog for everyone - be it nightlife attractions, cliff-diving escapades, or beaches with mouth-watering seafood. Make the most out of your stay in Dipolog!