Bongao
BARMM · Tawi-Tawi
The capital of Tawi-Tawi province and the southernmost significant town in the Philippines, Bongao sits close to the Malaysian border. The floating Badjaos villages on stilts over the water are extraordinary to see. Not a standard tourist destination, but genuinely fascinating for travelers interested in the less-visited corners of the country.
Getting there
Fly MNL-CGY then bus/van, or take a ferry from Cebu or Davao.
Best time to visit
November to April — dry season; avoid monsoon months.
Things to do
Tawi-Tawi pristine beaches, Jolo historical sites, Sulu diving, Bongao island hopping.
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