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Region X, also referred to as Northern Mindanao region, is comprised of five provinces, two highly urbanized cities, and an island-province. Cagayan de Oro is the designated regional center.
Location
Best Time to Visit
For the best combination of agreeable temperatures of around 27° C (80° F) and as little rain as possible, the best time to visit this region is between February and March. The first months of dry season can still be rainy, while the last months are usually pretty hot and humid.
Fast Facts
Area: 20,496.02 km² (7,913.5 mi²)
Population: 3,931,600
Density: 251/km2
Regional Center: Cagayan de Oro
Languages: Cebuano; Maranao; Subanen; Higaonon; Bukid; Kamigin; Ilianen; Matigsalug; Iranun; Western Bukidnon; Hiligaynon; Waray
Provinces:
REGION 10 – Northern Mindanao
| PROVINCE | LAND AREA KM2 | POPULATION |
|---|---|---|
| Bukidnon | 10,498.59 | 1,541,400 |
| Camiguin | 237.95 | 92,900 |
| Lanao del Norte | 4,160 | 723,000 |
| Misamis Occidental | 2,055.22 | 617,400 |
| Misamis Oriental | 3,544.3 | 956,900 |
Total | 20,496.02 | 3,931,600 |
Cities: (9) Cagayan de Oro; El Salvador; Gingoog; Iligan; Malaybalay; Oroquieta; Ozamiz; Tangub; Valencia
Barangays: 2,022
Major Industries:
- Crops (Palay, Corn, Banana, Coconut, Coffee)
- Food Processing
- Mining
- Milling
- Mass Transportation Operation
- Minerals (Chromite)
Getting Here
The best way to get to Northern Mindanao Region depends on where you’re traveling from and your budget.
The fastest and most convenient method of travel a far distance in the Philippines is most often by plane, however in some cases, traveling by sea or land may be a better option and more cost-effective.
Use the following online service to determine the various transportation options available to you based on your point of departure and your destination.
Getting Around
The following are the modes of transportation available in this region.
Bus
Car for Hire
Car Rental
Jeepneys
Shuttle
Taxi
Tricycles
Motorcycles
Bicycles
Suggested Budget
Use the chart below to get an idea of how much to budget daily. Actual amounts will depend on YOUR travel style. Keep in mind these are daily averages … some days you’ll spend more, some days you’ll spend less. Prices are in USD.
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SEE & DO
- Bora Soda Spring
- Cotta Fort El Triunfo
- Dahilayan Adventure Park/Forest Park
- Duka Bay:Medina
- Gardens of Malasag Mountain
- Initao-Libertad Protected Seascape and Landscape
- Lake Apo
- Maria Cristina Falls
- Matangale Alibuag Dive Resort
- Mindanao Civic Center
- Monastery of Transfugaration
- Pineapple Plantation
- RR Spring Resort
- Sunken Cementery
- Tinago Falls
- Waig Crystal Spring Resort
- White Island
- White Water Rafting
EAT & DRINK
- Binaki (Misamis Oriental)
- Bisaya express (Misamis Oriental)
- Chedeng’s Peanuts (Lanao del Norte)
- Hibok-Hibok Express (Camiguin)
- Kinilaw and sinuglaw (Misamis Oriental)
- Kiping (Camiguin)
- Lanzones (Camiguin)
- Latik (Camiguin)
- Lechon de Camiguin (Camiguin)
- Monk’s Blend Coffee (Bukidnon)
- Ngo hiong & lumpia from Shanghai Noodle House (Misamis Occidental)
- Nilabog (Camiguin)
- Ostrich meat (Misamis Oriental)
- Palapa (Lanao del Norte)
- Pastel (Camiguin)
- Piaya de Iligan (Lanao del Norte)
- Pineapple products (Bukidnon)
- Piniato (Camiguin)
- Suka Pinakurat (Lanao del Norte)
- Suman in various flavors (Misamis Occidental)
WHERE TO STAY
Where to Stay in Northern Mindanao Region
Use the following online resources to determine the best place for YOU to stay when visiting the Northern Mindanao region.
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EVENTS & FESTIVALS
- Kaamulan Festival
- Lanzones Festival
WHAT’S NEARBY
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