Negros Oriental 2-Day Itinerary: What to See and Do

Contributed by Istorya sa Laagan

At first, I thought Negros Island, specifically Negros Oriental, was just a boring place, but I was wrong. Negros Island is definitely my kind of place—-quiet and rich in natural attractions. Let me give you an overview of my 2-day trip to Negros Oriental with a detailed itinerary and breakdown of expenses.

Also read: 20 Underrated Provinces in the Philippines Totally Worth Visiting

Attractions

Niludhan Falls

  • Niludhan Falls – Bayawan City
  • Lordes Falls – Bayawan City
  • Twin Lakes Balinsasayao and Danao – Sibulan
  • Lake Balanan – Siaton
  • Quipot Falls – Canlaon City
  • Casaroro Falls – Valencia
  • Pulangbato Falls – Valencia
  • Apo Island
  • White sandbar – Manjuyod

These are just some of the attractions that you may visit in Negros Oriental. Some locals told me that there are still attractions in the island that remain unexplored. Negros Oriental is so big that it needs a couple of weeks or even months to explore its truest beauty.

Also read: My Wife and I Travelled 4 Days to Dumaguete, Apo Island and Siquijor with a Budget of Only PHP 5,653 Each (All-In)

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

6:00A.M.   :            Bus departure
11:00A.M.  :            Arrival in Dumaguete City; Departure to Bayawan City
3:00P.M.   :            Arrival in Bayawan City; Niludhan Falls; Late Lunch
5:30P.M.   :            Bus Departure
9:30P.M.   :            Arrival in Dumaguete City; Checked in at
10:00P.M. :            Late Dinner

Day 2

6:00A.M.   :            Breakfast
7:00A.M.   :            Dumaguete to San Jose
8:00A.M.   :            San Jose to drop off point
9:00A.M.   :            Balinsasayao Lake
10:00A.M. :            Back to Dumaguete City
12:00P.M. :            Hotel check out
12:30P.M. :            Lunch
1:00P.M.   :            Strolling around
2:05P.M.   :            Bus departure: Back to Cebu

How to get there?

By Air

PAL and Cebu Pacific have a direct flight from Manila to Dumaguete City.

By Sea

2GO has a weekly trip from Manila to Dumaguete.

If coming from Cebu, slow and fast ferries are available daily to get to Dumaguete City.

By Land

If coming from Cebu, you may ride a bus bound for Dumaguete City in Cebu South Bus Terminal.

Where to Stay

Molave St., Daro Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines
Contact numbers: (035) 422-9973/09173143441
Room rates range from PHP 450 to PHP 1,700

Cost Breakdown

Flights  / Transportation Description Group Expenses Individual Expenses
Bus Cebu to Dumaguete (RT) PHP 410
Boat Round Trip PHP 140
Bus Dumaguete to Bayawan PHP 100
Motorcycle Bayawan proper to Niludhan Falls(RT) PHP 250
Trike Duma Bus Terminal to Pension Inn PHP 16
Trike Pension Inn to Jeepney station(SanJose) PHP 8
Jeepney Dumaguete to San Jose (RT) PHP 30
Motorcycle Balinsasayao (RT) PHP 400
Trike Cathedral to Ceres Bus Terminal PHP 8
Total PHP 1,362
Accommodation Description Group Expenses Individual Expenses
One night Php 650 PHP 325
Activities Description Group Expenses Individual Expenses
Balinsasayao Lake Registration fee PHP 10
Food budget Description Group Expenses Individual Expenses
Breakfast Day 1 PHP 80
Lunch Day 1 PHP 55
Dinner Day 1 PHP 73
Breakfast Day 2 PHP 50
Lunch Day 2 PHP 105
Total PHP 373
Grand Total expenses PHP 2,060

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