Surigao del Sur district, Philippines

Places to visit near Adlay

Adlay is a town in Surigao del Sur district, Philippines, home to about 2,548 people. Within 50 km by road there are 176 places to visit — 68 churches, 35 rivers, islands & mangroves, 26 beaches & coast and 3 waterfalls. The must-see places are Bucas Grande (35 km), Lake Mainit (52 km) and Mount Paco (58 km).

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Adlay at a glance

Location
Surigao del Sur district, Philippines
Population
about 2,548
Coordinates
9.4097° N, 125.8975° E
Places within 50 km
176 (1 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Adlay

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Adlay: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Churches near Adlay

83 churches within 100 km of Adlay. The closest is Adlay Gospel Church (1 km). Best time: year-round.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Adlay

55 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Adlay. The closest is Puyu Island (2 km); the best-known is Huyamao (14 km). Best time: september to february.

  • Huyamao · river spot · Surigao del Sur · ~14 km
  • Bucas Grande · river spot · Surigao del Norte · ~35 km · Must-see
  • General Island · river spot · Surigao del Sur · ~15 km
  • Ayoke · river spot · Surigao del Sur · ~21 km
  • Puyu Island · river spot · Surigao del Sur · ~2 km
  • Ludguron Island · river spot · Surigao del Sur · ~4 km

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Beaches & coast near Adlay

45 beaches & coast within 100 km of Adlay. The closest is Bon (6 km); the best-known is Carrascal Bay (7 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Adlay

17 waterfalls within 100 km of Adlay. The closest is Magkawas Falls (37 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Adlay

14 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Adlay. The closest is Mount Legaspi (11 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Parks near Adlay

9 parks within 100 km of Adlay. The closest is Cantilan Plaza (15 km). Best time: year-round, evenings.

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A one-day trip from Adlay

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 92 km on the road.

  1. Start in Adlay
  2. 7 km Carrascal Bay · beach, Surigao del Sur
  3. 8 km Casarica · beach, Surigao del Sur
  4. 1 km Huyamao · river spot, Surigao del Sur
  5. 5 km Libtong Cove · beach, Surigao del Sur
  6. 36 km Bucas Grande · river spot, Surigao del Norte
  7. 35 km Back to Adlay

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How to reach Adlay

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    Within 15 km of Adlay

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Adlay by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches6883Adlay Gospel Church (1 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves3555Puyu Island (2 km)
    Beaches & coast2645Bon (6 km)
    Waterfalls317Magkawas Falls (37 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints914Mount Legaspi (11 km)
    Other attractions1414Cantilan Harbour (15 km)
    Parks89Cantilan Plaza (15 km)
    Caves47Libas Gua (22 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs46Silop Spring (20 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens56Cantilanlife (15 km)
    Forts & heritage05Simbahan Ng del Carmen (65 km)
    Museums02Surigaonon Heritage Center (75 km)
    Buddhist sites01San Nicolas de Tolentino (54 km)

    Adlay: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Adlay?

    Carrascal Bay (beach, about 7 km), Casarica (beach, about 14 km), Huyamao (river spot, about 14 km), Bucas Grande (river spot, about 35 km), Libtong Cove (beach, about 15 km), General Island (island, about 15 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Adlay?

    176 places on Spotwander: 68 churches, 35 rivers, islands & mangroves, 26 beaches & coast, 3 waterfalls, 9 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest church to Adlay?

    Adlay Gospel Church, about 1 km by road; Good News Christian Church (0 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Adlay?

    Puyu Island, about 2 km by road; Ludguron Island (4 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Adlay?

    Bon, about 6 km by road; Carrascal Bay (7 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Adlay?

    Start in Adlay, visit Carrascal Bay, then Casarica, then Huyamao, then Libtong Cove, then Bucas Grande, and drive back — about 92 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Adlay?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Adlay

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Adlay’s location and population from GeoNames. Data sources & credits.