Zamboanga del Sur district, Philippines

Places to visit near Malim

Malim is a town in Zamboanga del Sur district, Philippines, home to about 2,356 people. Within 50 km by road there are 70 places to visit — 33 churches, 13 beaches & coast, 9 rivers, islands & mangroves and 11 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Lake Dasay (38 km), Mount Imbing (42 km) and Illana Bay (51 km).

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Malim at a glance

Location
Zamboanga del Sur district, Philippines
Population
about 2,356
Coordinates
7.4520° N, 123.4312° E
Places within 50 km
70 (2 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to March for beaches & coast; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Malim

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Malim: 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 Malim

107 churches within 100 km of Malim. The closest is Assembly Of The Firstborn (7 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Malim

41 beaches & coast within 100 km of Malim. The closest is Tambunan Beach and Marine Sanctuary (3 km); the best-known is San Pablo Lighthouse (28 km). Best time: october to march.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Malim

30 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Malim. The closest is Paniguian Island (18 km). Best time: september to february.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Malim

25 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Malim. The closest is Mount Flecha (6 km); the best-known is Mount Imbing (42 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Mosques & dargahs near Malim

9 mosques & dargahs within 100 km of Malim. The closest is Rajah Muda Datu Untod Macaumbang Royal Masjid (51 km); the best-known is Pagadian Mosque (51 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Malim

8 waterfalls within 100 km of Malim. The closest is Pulacan Falls (58 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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A one-day trip from Malim

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 201 km on the road.

  1. Start in Malim
  2. 18 km Paniguian Island · island, Zamboanga del Sur
  3. 42 km Lake Dasay · lake, Zamboanga del Sur
  4. 4 km Mount Imbing · viewpoint, Zamboanga del Sur
  5. 32 km San Pablo Lighthouse · beach, Zamboanga del Sur
  6. 54 km Illana Bay · beach
  7. 51 km Back to Malim

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How to reach Malim

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Malim by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches33107Assembly Of The Firstborn (7 km)
    Beaches & coast1341Tambunan Beach and Marine Sanctuary (3 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves930Paniguian Island (18 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1125Mount Flecha (6 km)
    Other attractions211Corn (35 km)
    Mosques & dargahs09Rajah Muda Datu Untod Macaumbang Royal Masjid (51 km)
    Waterfalls08Pulacan Falls (58 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs26Farm Din13, Lake Dasay San Miguel (38 km)
    Forts & heritage04Golpo Ng Moro (51 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens04Mount Timolan Protected Landscape (53 km)
    Parks03Pagadian City Water Park (51 km)
    Buddhist sites02CB Sisters Convent (52 km)
    Temples01Temple of Praise PCGAMI Danlugan (60 km)

    Malim: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Malim?

    Lake Dasay (lake, about 38 km), Paniguian Island (island, about 18 km), Mount Imbing (viewpoint, about 42 km), San Pablo Lighthouse (beach, about 28 km), Tambunan Beach and Marine Sanctuary (sanctuary, about 3 km), Talisay Beach, Malim, Tabina (beach, about 4 km).

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

    70 places on Spotwander: 33 churches, 13 beaches & coast, 9 rivers, islands & mangroves, 11 hill stations & viewpoints, 2 other attractions.

    Which is the nearest church to Malim?

    Assembly Of The Firstborn, about 7 km by road; UCCP Kagawasan CYF (13 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Malim?

    Tambunan Beach and Marine Sanctuary, about 3 km by road; Talisay Beach, Malim, Tabina (4 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Malim?

    Paniguian Island, about 18 km by road; Sugbay Island (20 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Malim?

    Start in Malim, visit Paniguian Island, then Lake Dasay, then Mount Imbing, then San Pablo Lighthouse, then Illana Bay, and drive back — about 201 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Malim?

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

    Towns near Malim

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