Participate in Abatan River Firefly Kayaking Eco-Tour
Bohol, Philippines • USD 80 approx.• 
Popular
PopularBohol, Philippines
• USD 80Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Apr
24°C – 29°C, generally mild and comfortable with some risk of occasional rain showers, medium crowds, peak season
24°C – 29°C, generally mild and comfortable with some risk of occasional rain showers, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and boarding boats required.
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and boarding boats required.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews on price, despite magical experience.
Mixed reviews on price, despite magical experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Escape
Couples found the firefly kayaking tour to be a truly magical and intimate experience.
Magical Night
Travelers raved about the serene paddle and the mesmerizing firefly display together.
Unforgettable Moment
Couples loved the peacefulness and the stunning natural light show on the river.
Long Wait
Some couples reported experiencing significant delays before the tour began.
Pricey Experience
Travelers felt the tour was a bit expensive compared to similar Bohol activities.
Short Duration
Some couples felt the kayaking time was shorter than advertised in the reviews.
Hours of operation
Monday
04:15 PM - 09:15 PM
Tuesday
04:15 PM - 09:15 PM
Wednesday
04:15 PM - 09:15 PM
Thursday
04:15 PM - 09:15 PM
Friday
04:15 PM - 09:15 PM
Saturday
04:15 PM - 09:15 PM
Sunday
04:15 PM - 09:15 PM
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Catch a glimpse of fireflies on Abatan River tour.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
HIGH
26-32°C
Hot and humid with a greater chance of short, heavy rain showers in the evening. Conditions remain favorable for firefly kayaking, but be prepared for heat.
Hot and humid with a greater chance of short, heavy rain showers in the evening. Conditions remain favorable for firefly kayaking, but be prepared for heat.
Open
Book tours in advance to secure slots during holiday periods. Night tours only, fitness considerations required for kayaking.
Book tours in advance to secure slots during holiday periods. Night tours only, fitness considerations required for kayaking.
Recommended
April is a recommended month with warm nights and impressive firefly displays, though increased visitor numbers and prices are expected during holiday periods.
April is a recommended month with warm nights and impressive firefly displays, though increased visitor numbers and prices are expected during holiday periods.
May
HIGH
26-33°C
Hot and humid with occasional short rain showers, mostly in the late afternoon or evening.
Hot and humid with occasional short rain showers, mostly in the late afternoon or evening.
Open
Advance booking strongly recommended; tours may sell out early due to high demand.
Advance booking strongly recommended; tours may sell out early due to high demand.
Recommended
May is a recommended month for the Abatan River Firefly Kayaking Eco-Tour, with warm weather, vibrant firefly activity, and clear evenings. Expect more tourists and higher prices due to peak travel season.
May is a recommended month for the Abatan River Firefly Kayaking Eco-Tour, with warm weather, vibrant firefly activity, and clear evenings. Expect more tourists and higher prices due to peak travel season.
June
MEDIUM
26-32°C
Warm and increasingly humid, with a higher chance of afternoon and evening rain as the rainy season begins.
Warm and increasingly humid, with a higher chance of afternoon and evening rain as the rainy season begins.
Open
Tours operate regularly; occasional cancellations possible during heavy rain or thunderstorms.
Tours operate regularly; occasional cancellations possible during heavy rain or thunderstorms.
Recommended
June offers good firefly viewing but with a higher chance of rain. Crowds lessen after the summer peak, making the experience more relaxed.
June offers good firefly viewing but with a higher chance of rain. Crowds lessen after the summer peak, making the experience more relaxed.
July
LOW
25-31°C
Warm and often wet; frequent rain showers in late afternoon and evening, but firefly activity remains strong.
Warm and often wet; frequent rain showers in late afternoon and evening, but firefly activity remains strong.
Open
Tours may be postponed or rescheduled in case of heavy rain, lightning, or flooding.
Tours may be postponed or rescheduled in case of heavy rain, lightning, or flooding.
Recommended
July is suitable for the eco-tour if you prefer fewer crowds, though you should plan for possible weather delays.
July is suitable for the eco-tour if you prefer fewer crowds, though you should plan for possible weather delays.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Boat
Car
Taxi
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
