Destinations

Enriching slow travel and tourism, a jewel trove right at the southern corner of Negros Island takes its charm from its wealth of landscapes and seascapes.&nbsp;
Famous for the minerals beneath the natural beauty of the landscapes that cover the entire city, Sipalay is known as the Jewel of the Sugar Island. It is a city in Negros Occidental surrounded by the prolific farmland of the whole Negros Island, with the Sulu Sea on its western horizon.&nbsp;
The magic of the city begins at the start of the journey. From a plane ride to the provincial capital, Bacolod, or Dumaguete, it is a 4-5 hour bus ride with endless sprawling countryside views. This emerging destination inspires and astonishes every traveler looking to be inspired by the seams of people, culture, and nature.

Tinagong Dagat is the literal definition of a tucked-away paradise in Sipalay. Travelers take delight in this emerging tourist destination because of its vibrant shades of azure water surrounded by emerald green islets.&nbsp;
Previously known as Isla Bonita, this hidden beauty is iconic for its long footbridge connecting two islets, leading to more breathtaking views of surrounding islets and mangrove trails that are perfect for some nature appreciation and souvenir picture-taking.&nbsp;

Tinagong Dagat

When it comes to shipwreck diving sites in Sipalay, Campomanes Bay is a protected marine sanctuary home to one of the 43 dive sites in the city, S/S Panay.&nbsp; You can also take a deep dive to some of the other famous dive sites in the city such as Julien&rsquo;s Wreck or also known as M/V Guimaras, and MS Jojo.&nbsp;

Shipwrecks

Explore the natural void underground with the city&rsquo;s more than 60 caves, the most in the entire island of Negros. Two of the most remarkable caves are Tibiongan Cave and Matlag Cave. Both boast natural pools with dramatic limestone draperies and majestic structures of flowstone, stalactites, and stalagmites.&nbsp;

Caves in Sipalay

As the city moves to safe and sustainable tourism, it commits itself to protecting and conserving these resources. The Dul-ongan Mangrove Eco-park and Protected Area is a 35-hectare stretch that features pure trees and shrubs and a few islets, all helpful for stabilizing coastal ecosystems. Three upland forests are under the protection areas serving as shelter to endemic wildlife, with eight marine sanctuaries for coral reefs, mangrove forests, and seagrass ecosystems.&nbsp;
Monthly and annual activities include reforestation and coastal clean-ups. Sipalay Eco Center was built to house the entire city&rsquo;s fully functional extensive waste management, with farming and livestock facilities. Growing and propagating seedlings for reforestation are done in the Sipalay City Botanical Nursery to make the foliage more flourished than they already are.

Things To Do and Top Places to Visit in Sipalay, Negros Occidental

Sipalay, Negros Occidental