Mountain Biking

From the mountains of Baguio to the beaches of Boracay, the Philippines is a perfect place for two-wheeled travel.

The fat-tyred bike is a great way to explore remote areas where few vehicles go.

There are endless routes available, on roads and on trails, from easy day rides to grueling week-long mountain adventures.

Biking is a rapidly growing sport here: clubs of dedicated mountain bikers are springing up in many popular areas, and competitions are common.

The local bikers are friendly and accommodating, and always willing to share information and rides along their favorite routes.

The Davao area has great opportunities for two-wheeled tours.

The pristine hills and white-sand beaches of Samal Island make it a popular bike destination, and a well-attended race is held here annually.

From Davao City you can make day trips to the rugged foothills of Mt. Apo, the archipelago’s highest peak.

There are other options for extended touring, with roads running up the coast into Davao Oriental, south to Davao del Sur, and the classic long route across the center of Mindanao, descending into Bukidnon and continuing out to the coast at Cagayan de Oro City.

Davao has an active biking community; there are several well-stocked shops, bikes are available for hire.