Type: Nature
Overview
Kabotbot Hills is a natural highlands attraction in Barangay Limocon, Valencia, Bohol. The site is noted for the curved, interconnected shapes of its hills, which create a varied terrain that has made it a regular venue for motor trail events. It was identified as one of fourteen potential tourist sites in Valencia municipality.
Location
Barangay Limocon, Valencia, Bohol. Valencia is located in central Bohol, roughly 20 km from Tagbilaran City via the Tagbilaran–Talibon road.
Getting There
From Tagbilaran City, take a bus or van heading toward Valencia. Barangay Limocon is accessible by road; local tricycles or habal-habal (motorcycle taxis) can bring visitors to the site from Valencia town proper.
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Practical Info
- Best for: Motor trail riding, hill trekking
- Entry: [FACT NEEDED: entrance fee and access arrangement not confirmed by any source checked. Kabotbot Hills is a distinct site in Barangay Limocon, Valencia — not to be confused with the separately administered Chocolate Hills viewing complex in neighboring Carmen.]
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What to Expect
The curved topography of Kabotbot Hills provides natural obstacles and varied gradients that draw motor trail riders. The interconnected formation means multiple routes can be followed across the hillside. Nearby attractions in Valencia include Ugjong Peak, Danao Lake, Anislag Spring, Banderahan Peak, and Cabjawan Cave, making the area suitable for a day of highland exploration.
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Notes
Kabotbot Hills is listed in the BPTO inventory under Nature — Mountains, Hills, Highlands, and is among fourteen potential tourist sites identified for Valencia. Motor trail suitability may depend on dry-season conditions; trail access during wet months should be confirmed locally.
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municipalityValencia: Tagbilaran's Quiet Hill-Country Backyard
Valencia is a small inland municipality in southern Bohol, in hill country southeast of Tagbilaran, primarily agricultural with no developed tourist facilities but within day-trip range of the capital.
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Other things to see nearby
Anislag Spring
The natural, cold spring with crystal-clear waters is situated in the middle of a lush rainforest. The refreshing atmosphere offers relaxation for locals and tourists alike. The name of the spring was derived from the Anislag Trees which are abundant in the vicinity.
- Banderahan Peak — An elevated place that offers an overlooking view of the town as well as the neighboring town of Garcia Hernandez.
- Cabjawan Cave — The cave is surrounded by ornamental plants and trees that give the area a cool breeze. It has a narrow entrance that would allow one person to enter. The cave is walled with glaring stalactites and stalagmites.