Those who have been visiting this website since the early days of its inception will notice that there was once a forum. Did you wonder why it was gone? Well, it was removed due to technical reasons (software thing) and you probably would not be interested to know the details.
We are playing yo-yo this time. The Forum is up again!
Due to the requests of many visitors and the volume of questions we receive from visitors, we are bringing back the Forum. At first we were very hesitant, but the requests made a lot of sense. After all, with the forum, it will not just be a single person who will be answering the questions from the visitors; other visitors can share their opinions too, forum members share ideas.
A forum allows for easy reference of the topics and the most recent entry get noticed immediately. Talk about website interactivity, the forum can provide it. You don’t have to wait for the website administrator to answer your most pressing questions. Forum members are ready to extend their help.
As of the moment, the Davao Travel and Tourism Forum has the following topic categories:
Accommodation
Useful for those looking for a place to stay in Davao. Business Travellers will also find this of great help. There are hotels, inns and resorts featured on the website, but to look after each one is a daunting task especially if you have not visited the place before or have not used the hotel in the past. Here is a quick help.
Travel And Tours
Are you here for vacation, for fun or both? Davao Travel and Tours forum will be perfect for you. Travel agencies are free to post here. Promos, discount offer, outbound travels, inbound travels, pilgrimage, etc, etc.
Outdoor Adventures
Mountain climbing, wild water rafting, island hopping, scuba diving, snorkeling, you name it. Davao has it and even more. Bring out the adventurer in you. Post your questions and opinions here.
Davao Chow
If eating is your thing, and we all do it everyday, this is it. From the exotic Durian to the most delicious stuff, you can find it in Davao.
Lost In Davao
This is useful especially for the first time visitors or those thinking about visiting Davao. Use your fingers and the mouse to do you research at the most comfortable place you can. One question, several answers.
Miscellaneous Topics
You are free to talk about anything Davao. Of course provided it is related to travel and tourism or something that would be interesting to travelers and tourists.
These are the categories for now, but it could grow depending on visitors feedback and as we see fit. Got a suggestion? Contact us using the Contact Form.
Haven’t you thought of flying pretty much like your favorite superheroes? Well, an adrenaline pumping experience such as that is possible as the urban city of Davao recommends some new and must-try adventures for the young, corporate and civic groups.
Branded as the home of the longest and fastest zipline in Asia (the Xcelerator Zipline) and largest ropes course facility in the Philippines, Outland Adventure is situated in a private nature haven just a few minutes away from the Davao City Proper.
With Matthew “Matt” McNeil as the Outland Adventure director, the Xclerator zipline remains to be the premium thrilling ride for everyone, aside from their two-line traverse. The Xcelerator is designed with an accident-free safety factor. Meaning to say, every component of the Xcelerator has a secured back-up system of safety gears so as to assure that every guest is free from any danger.
Excitement starts
What essentially happens is that a participant will board on a wooden raft in order to cross a deep river. A group has to stand on top of the raft while pulling their way across the lake. After which, the exhilarating uphill hike starts. It’ll be nice if one takes time and enjoy a relaxed hiking pace. Upon reaching the starting point, one will be asked to either proceed immediately to the Xcelerator or to traverse first before taking the zipline ride.
The two-line traverse is a thrill-provoking activity where one will cross a suspended horizontal cable at the top of the 70 feet off-the-ground jungle canopy. Walking sideways of about 100 meters long heightens the feeling of adventure. It’s surely a test of facing one’s fears. Welcoming the challenge through a determined and strong-willed heart will ultimately make you concentrate even more in order for you to keep your every inch of balance.
The support that you’ll get from the staff/guide will make you realize that you have to be motivated enough to go beyond the limits of your fears. Although crossing the traverse is a bit scary for some, the feeling of success after reaching the endpoint is rewarding.
Zipline and Yipeee
The zipline is estimated to be around one kilometer in length and it’s more than twice the 400-meter line of Camp Sabros in Kapatagan, Digos City. In trying the celebrated zipline of Davao, you can assume a position like a Superman and Darna or just simply a sitting position. And off you go!
Yipeee… for about 30 seconds or so, you’ll find yourself descending along a steep cliff above the lush greenery woods and suspended about 200 feet above the ground. You’ll absolutely feel the wind sweeping into your face as you catch your breath of thrill and exhilaration.
At the end of it, you’ll be in the mood for more as the experience will remain memorable, unforgettable and priceless perhaps.
The two-line traverse and The Xcelerator are open every Saturdays and Sundays, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The ride costs only 300 pesos, which includes the equipments, the raft ride, and the guided hike to the zipline’s launch point.
Holistic Packages
Proudly Davao, the Outland Adventure overwhelmingly creates an unparalleled buzz with their adventure-based programs designed to be deeply relevant and germane to every individual of today. There has been a craving for an outstandingly adventurous experience. The people from Outland Adventure are committed to provide a specialized team-building programs and low-level games for the active and outgoing youth, corporations, small business groups or associations, church and civic organizations.
Outland Adventure is owned and operated by Project Challenge Foundation Inc., a pure non-profit foundation where a hundred percent of all donations and/or revenue raised from clients are used to fund their day-to-day operational budget. Accordingly, the Board members of the foundation receive no financial compensation or fringe benefits from the Outland Adventure programs. Founded in the year 2000, it seeks to build a world-class ropes course to primarily offer life-impacting and innovative adventure-based programs beyond the usual seminar and corporate lectures.
The personal value that you can get from the high challenges will help you to understand deeply the significance of teamwork, trust, confidence and communication. It’s basically a sensible life-growth experience which you can practically relate to your everyday encounters at home, work, school or any human encounters.
Their track record for successful teamwork trainings and activities are unrivaled. The challenge course program compels participants to be creative and participative, likewise allowing them to look deeper into themselves and develop an authentic self-concept because it’s non-competitive.
The out-of-the-box activities draw out the reflective aspect of a human being. For this reason, their program triggers self re-discovery, critical thinking, and problem solving techniques. Equally, it aids to foster a meaningful sense of unity, camaraderie and solidarity.
Low Element exercises such as: The Wall, Spider Web, Trust Fall, TP Shuffle, the Kings Finger; and the High Element activities like the Heebie Jeebie, Trapeze Jump, The Catwalk, and Vertical Playpen are just few of the communicative and interactive activities of the Outland Adventure program.
Their team building, family and barkada programs require group reservations. That is why; they prefer accepting a group with a minimum of 20 participants. The team will coordinate and modify a program that will fit for each group.
Outland Adventure Camp is located at Carlos P. Garcia Highway (Diversion Road), Barangay Langub, Ma-a Davao City. It’s just near the “Twin Rocks” and the Davao GAP Farm. For inquiries and reservations, call them at (082) 2245855, (082) 271-6067 or (0918)6184330.
You may also visit their Davao office at 2nd Flr. Palacay Bldg. Circumferential Road, Marfori Heights, (Above RC Hobby Shop across from Rite Pharmacy), Davao City.
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This article is written by Julius Neil Piala. Having experienced flying the longest zipline, he felt it is worth sharing to everyone who wanted to bring out the adventurous spirit within.
Get yourself wet and have fun doing it at the salty waters of Davao and the Samal Island. What could be better than getting an assistance from masters of Aqua Sports in Davao? Wind And Wave Davao is our instant recommendation.
The are offering the following services and a lot more.
Scuba Diving
The first Dive Site is at the Malipanao Anchorage fronting the Pearl Farm Beach Resort where you get a chance to see two sunken Japanese War Ships from the World War II. Other dive sites are located in Samal and Talikud Island where sea abundance waits for your discover and adventure.
Wind Surfing
Experience and excitement of playing with the wind. Or, it could be the wind playing with you. Learning Windsurfing is a matter of minutes at the Davao Wind and Wave with the assistance of their accommodating instructors. School edition surfing boards and sails are available from the company.
Jetski Ride
Dazzle as fast as you want to go through blue waters of the Samal Island and the Davao Seas. Enjoy the site of beach people as you visit the near vicinity of the Samal Island’s best beach resorts and look like a pro on a Jetski.
Snorkeling
Surface water sight seeing can be so much fun when done with a couple of friends swimming with you. Swim with the playful fishes and watch their colorful habitats as you go snorkeling at the clear waters of Davao and the Samal Island.
Island Hopping
Those who want some light and relaxing water adventure will love this. Get a chance of seeing the simple beauty and breath-taking sceneries of the Talikud and the Samal Islands.
For details, contact Wind and Wave Davao at this numbers: +63.082.221.9970 thru 73 local 906.
