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This passport was created for visitors who want to collect a memento of experiences composed of natural wonders and lush environments of the Philippines' Region XI in Mindanao.
"Adventure Davao!" takes you to a wonderland of flora and fauna, mystical lakes, waterfalls and caves, of majestic eagles and panoramic trek to the tallest mountain in the country.
For every place you visit, stamps are sold in the tourism office to be posted on your passport as reference and indication that you have toured their scenic attractions which are treasures we are proud of.
Passport to Adventure Davao is one of the many educational and informative materials produced by the Department of Tourism Region XI.
The tourist attractions exist for our appreciation and enjoyment of future generations. It is our obligation to respect nature and do our part to protect them. As you visit, step lightly on the land breathe deeply the air, reflect on our history and take only memories with you when you leave.
HOW WILL THE PASSPORT BE STAMPED?
The Department of Tourism will provide the local tourism offices with the Dry Seal. The local tourism officers will coordinate with their private establishments and tour operators to provide the necessary stamp to certify that the passport holder indeed availed these packages. After having visited all the destinations featured in the category and with the proper stamps and seal, the holder then presents the passport to DOT office for the final seal: "Nature Lover Seal of Approval: for Category A and "Total Adventurer Seal" for Category B and claim his/her reward and certificate.
However, one must ensure that the passport must be properly documented first. Upon receipt of the passport, one must present it to DOT XI for the Reference Date and for its Expiration Date. Once this has been accomplished, it is only at this time that he/she can avail of the packages.
Participating establishments and LGUs will not stamp documented passports.
FOR HOW LONG WILL THE PASSPORT BE USED?
The passport is good only for two years upon receipt. Every two years new passports are released featuring other destinations.
PASSPORT CATEGORIES
These packages are created by the tour operators and local tourism offices. One can also go about the itinerary by following the details provided for in the passport.
The eco-adventure sites are categorized according to: Category A: Outdoor adventure and Category B: Extreme Adventure.
Category A:
Outdoor Adventure involves appreciation and education of the environment. These are eco-adventure destinations which features flora and fauna, rare animal species and even cultural heritage and rich eco-tourism practices.
1. Eden Nature Park - Toril, Davao City 2. Philippine Eagle Cener - Calinan, Davao City 3. Malagos Garden Resort 4. Crocodile Park, Diversion Road, Davao City 5. Maragusan Falls
Category B:
Extreme Adventure includes activities like mountain climbing, scuba diving, kayaking, white water rafting and other extreme sports in the areas featured in the passport. These are sports tourism in ecotourism destinations.
1. Mt. Candalaga, Maragusan 2. Mt. Hamiguitan, San Isidro 3. Mt. Apo, Sibulan Trail, Sta. Cruz 4. White Water rafting, Davao River (through Crocodile Park) 5. Scuba Diving, Snorkeling and other Aqua Sports in Samal Island's accredited dive sites and beach resorts.
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