South Cotabato district, Philippines

Places to visit near Polonoling

Polonoling is a town in South Cotabato district, Philippines, home to about 6,550 people. Within 50 km by road there are 107 places to visit — 47 churches, 3 beaches & coast, 19 waterfalls and 17 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Mount Matutum (18 km), Mount Melibengoy (28 km) and Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (36 km).

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Polonoling at a glance

Location
South Cotabato district, Philippines
Population
about 6,550
Coordinates
6.2850° N, 124.9689° E
Places within 50 km
107 (3 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to March for beaches & coast; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Polonoling

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Churches near Polonoling

58 churches within 100 km of Polonoling. The closest is Polonuling Church (1 km); the best-known is Iglesia Ni Cristo (6 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Polonoling

51 beaches & coast within 100 km of Polonoling. The closest is Bula Beach (39 km); the best-known is Sarangani Bay (56 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Polonoling

39 waterfalls within 100 km of Polonoling. The closest is Hidak Falls (11 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Polonoling

27 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Polonoling. The closest is Potok Hill (8 km); the best-known is Mount Matutum (18 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Polonoling

6 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Polonoling. The closest is Neverland Adventure Park (8 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Polonoling

4 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Polonoling. The closest is Lake Holon (28 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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A one-day trip from Polonoling

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 109 km on the road.

  1. Start in Polonoling
  2. 6 km Iglesia Ni Cristo · church, South Cotabato
  3. 17 km Mount Matutum · viewpoint, South Cotabato
  4. 19 km Iglesia Ni Cristo · church, South Cotabato
  5. 29 km Mount Melibengoy · viewpoint, South Cotabato
  6. 27 km Hidak Falls · waterfall, South Cotabato
  7. 11 km Back to Polonoling

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How to reach Polonoling

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Polonoling by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches4758Polonuling Church (1 km)
    Beaches & coast351Bula Beach (39 km)
    Waterfalls1939Hidak Falls (11 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1727Potok Hill (8 km)
    Other attractions69Bunawan Polonuling Tupi (3 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens36Neverland Adventure Park (8 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs24Lake Holon (28 km)
    Caves34Olarte Cave (29 km)
    Forts & heritage24Andres Bonifacio Shrine (7 km)
    Parks22Tupi Plaza (7 km)
    Museums22B'laan Museum and Weaving Center (25 km)
    Buddhist sites11Poor Clare Monastery (17 km)

    Polonoling: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Polonoling?

    Mount Matutum (viewpoint, about 18 km), Iglesia Ni Cristo (church, about 6 km), Mount Melibengoy (viewpoint, about 28 km), Hidak Falls (waterfall, about 11 km), Durian Garden (garden, about 12 km), Iglesia Ni Cristo (church, about 15 km).

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

    107 places on Spotwander: 47 churches, 3 beaches & coast, 19 waterfalls, 17 hill stations & viewpoints, 6 other attractions.

    Which is the nearest church to Polonoling?

    Polonuling Church, about 1 km by road; GKK Sta. Lucia Church (3 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Polonoling?

    Bula Beach, about 39 km by road; Bauin Beach (47 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Polonoling?

    Hidak Falls, about 11 km by road; Sandig Falls (16 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Polonoling?

    Start in Polonoling, visit Iglesia Ni Cristo, then Mount Matutum, then Iglesia Ni Cristo, then Mount Melibengoy, then Hidak Falls, and drive back — about 109 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Polonoling?

    October to March for beaches & coast; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Polonoling

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