OBSERVE the surgethe world’s largest colony ready
for flight.
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MONFORT BAT SANCTUARY
Where
Barangay Tambo, Babak District,
Samal Island, Davao del Norte
How to get there
From Davao City, take the
Samal Island City Express
bus/ferry service all the way
to the island. At the wharf,
hire a habal-habal to bring you
to the site.
What to expect
Over 2 million of Geoffroy’s
Rousette fruit bats living in a single
cave.
Best time to go
Year-round destination.
The placed may be closed
if the weather is not good.
What to wear
Comfortable clothes,
sensible footw ear.
How much will it cost
Environmental fee of Php5.
Sanctuary entrance fee of Php100.
It pays to know
The sanctuary offers
wildlife conservation workshops.
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