Nature

Gingoog's first Oolong Tea Plantation offers fine black Oolong tea grown and processed in the same facility. Each purchase also helps sustain the livelihood of Oolong Tea farmers.

Mount Lumot is a popular hiking destination in Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental. It is known as the crash site of Cebu Pacific Flight 387 in 1998. Like its name, it is filled with mossy forests.

Mount Balatukan is a potentially active compound stratovolcano in Gingoog. When it last erupted is still unkown, and since then it has become home to a wide list of flora and fauna such as the Philippine Eagle, e Philippine civet cat, Philippine warty pig, Mindanao lorikeet, and a wide range of flora. The mountain range is part of a Convergence Area Development Plan (CADP) in order to help protect the species inhabiting it.

Located along the boundaries of Talakag-Bukidnon and Cagayan de Oro lies the Sinulom Falls, whose multiple narrow cascades flow through a dense foliage and into a wide basin that beckons a swim. Guests may also enjoy a post-swim meal or snack at the Sinulom Restaurant, which is known for their suman and sikwate.

See Cagayan de Oro from the highest peak in the city. Located in Indahag Hills, it offers breathtaking views and leisure activities such as swimming and dining. It also has function rooms that may be rented out for functions and events.

The Macahambus Cave is as much a historical site as it is a scenic tourist attraction. It is famous for being the site of the Battle of Macahambus Hill during the Philippine-American War in the 1900s. The cave attracts thrill-seekers who wish to witness a colony of bats living in the cave as well as tunnels leading to scenic views of the Cagayan de Oro River.

Learn about Mindanaoan culture and nature in Gardens of Malasag Eco-Tourism Village. Nestled on the slopes of the Cugman watewrshed, it contains 7.2 hectares of eco trails, a 200-hectare reforestation area, and gardens inspired by the gardens of Grananda in Spain and the Bouchart Gardens of Canada. It offers a view of the Macajalar Bay and promotes Mindanaoan culture through a museum within the vicinity.

Claveria View Deck is a popular pitstop along Route 955. Dotted with manicured gardens, it offers sweeping, 360-degree views of the green surrounds, which includes the Balatukan Mountain Range and the foothills of Mt. Mangabon. There are several restaurants and cafes along the same road, making it a great destination for leisurely drives.

This birdwatching hotspot is a haven for wildlife lovers and ornithologists. Species spotted in the park include the Philippine drongo-cuckoo, Red-bellied Pitta, Rufous Paradise Flycatcher, and the rare Southern Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher, to name a few.

Mt. Malindang Range Natural Park covers 53,262 hectares of rich forestland. It is also home to the crater lake Lake Duminagat, the indigenous Subanen people, and rare wildlife such as the Philippine Eagle, Philippine Tarsier, Rufous Hornbill, and Flying Lemur. It is also known for the enchanting lake Duminagat