Crime Index & Safety Index of Davao
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DAVAO is one and only metropolitan city in the Philippines which is comparable with other world’s safest cities.
The same 911 service as America’s and Canada’s!
By dialing 911, residents needing assistance can immediately
summon responders to the scene of emergency !
The Central 911 was officially launched in September 2002 to address
emergency calls for criminal incidents needing police assistance and
now it also caters to emergency medical services, urban search and
rescue operations, fire auxiliary services, and K-9 units.
Davao’s 911 service simplified the emergency process by integrating
all the government’s emergency response resources (ambulance,
rescue technicians, firefighters, K-9, and the police) into one.
Central 911 (Central Communications and Emergency Response Center)
A Filipino holding a cigarette while walking past a child?
You cannot see the guy like him in Davao city!
Davao’s original Comprehensive Anti-Smoking Ordinance which was enacted
in 2002 has been implemented until now.
Davao was named the 1st 100% smoke-free metropolitan in Asean country
by the Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance in 2013.
The case study for Davao ciry’s smoke-free agendas was published by WHO.
(http://www.who.int/kobe_centre/publications/smokefree_case_study_davao_city/en/)
If you really need to smoke, you will have to do it in your place of residence
or a designated smoking area.
Davao’s 7 Eleven doesn’t sell cigarettes!
Anti Smoking Ordinance
Speeding, overtaking, and racing have been rarely seen on the
streets of Davao
since drivers in Davao can only go as fast as 30 kph downtown,
and a maximum of 60 kph in the city borders because of the speed limit ordinance.
About 20 percent decrease in the minor road accidents
and 60 percent decrease in fatal road accidents was reported
a year after the implementation of the ordinance,
and the city has been much safer now.
In Davao city, taxi drivers are prohibited from doing contract fares.
Instead, fares are based on meters which gives passengers more security.
Drivers who violate this are to be penalized with fines amounting to P5,000.
In fact, the city is know for having the friendliest, most honest, and most courteous
taxi drivers
and Davao City’s government and local police awarded 19 taxi drivers for returning
valuable items left behind by their passengers.
Speed Limit Ordinance / Honest Taxi drivers
The curfew in selling and serving alcoholic beverages
(from 1:00 AM to 8:00 AM) took effect in 2013.
This ordinance was designed to reduce accidents and crimes caused by
alcohol intoxication.
As a result, the ordinance has reduced the number of drunkards walking in the
streets in the wee hours, which is why walking in Davao city streets at night is
significantly safer than in other cities!
Firecracker is totally banned in Davao.
So you can enjoy safe New year’s Eve, or have a
good night sleep instead, not being disturbed by
the noise like firecracker.
Here in Davao, you can join the annual Davao
Torotot Festival, with the sound of hundreds of
blazing trumpets being a worthy successor of
firecrackers.
Liquor Restriction / Firecracker Ban
package 1:
Php100 inclusive of the entrance fee and boat fare (normal price: Php130)
package 2:
150 peso inclusive of the entrance fee, boat fare, water slide and welcome drink (normal price: Php280)
package 3:
250 peso inclusive of the entrance fee, boat fare, water slide, welcome drink and meal (normal price: Php430)
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
BLUEJAZBEACH RESORT AND WATERPARK
(082) 302 8411
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
How to get there?
Walk to The Waterfront Insular Hotel.
Shuttle boat will pick you up in the boat dock near
Waterfront’s pirate bar.
Exclusive shuttle boat that will take you to the Resort
which is available from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m, everyday.
Prior reservations are required!
(082) 303 0235
Rates
Day tour (until 5pm) - Php 250.00 per head
Your group will be required to get a hut.
Hut - Php 500.00 for a group of 7 or less
Boat ride - Php 200.00 for a group of 10 or less (one-way)
CHEMA’S BY THE SEA
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
(082) 234 – 6415 / (082) 234 – 3377
BY THE SEA
BALI-BALI
BEACH RESORT
How to get there?
Take a cab to Davao Boat Club Marina, Lanang Aplaya
(It will take you 7~8 minutes and cost you Php 60 ~ 70.)
and then take a private boat provided by Bali-Bali.
Morning boat transfers
Bali Bali to Marina 8:00 am
Marina to Bali 8:30 am
Rates
DAY TOUR (Check in – 8:00 am / Check out – 3:00 pm)
Php 1,200.00/person
Inclusive of Free Lunch, Welcome Drink, and Boat Transfer
For a group of 6 free Villa (subject to availability)
Water Sports Activities
Jetski: Php 4,500.00/hour (Minimum of 1 hour)
Banana Boat (Minimum of 5 Persons each ride):
Php 275.00/person/15minutes; or Php 550.00/person/30 minutes
Island Hopping Package
Php 5,500.00/4 hours
Departs from Bali Bali on or before 7:00 am
Bali Bali to Malipano Island / Pearl Farm to Maxima
Body Massage
BALI SIGNATURE MASSAGE: Php 500.00/60 minutes
FOOT MASSAGE: Php 300.00/30 minutes
Afternoon boat transfers
Bali Bali to Marina 4:00 pm
Marina to Bali Bali 4:30 pm
How to get there?
Maxima has their own ferry plying their only trip going to the resort from Sta. Ana wharf at 9:00am and then 4:00pm going back to
Sta. Ana Wharf. Take a cab going to Magsaysay Park where Sta. Ana Wharf is located. The fare costs 150Php round trip.
Water Spots Activities
Santamal Island Hopping (max 20pax) = P200/pax
Kayak boat rental = P400/hour
Snorkel and mask rental = P100/hour
Surfing board rental = P100/hour
Banana Boat rental = P4750/hour
Banana Boat 15 mins. = P300/pax
Jet ski = P4,000
Scuba Dive
Scuba 2 dives (certified diver) = P2,500
Scuba 1 dive (certified diver) = P1,250
Night dive (certified diver) = P1,300
Intro Dive = P850
Tank Rental = P300
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
(082)282-2339
Overnight
Adult - P350
Child/Student - P300
Rates
Entrance Fee (Discounted rate P200, normal price P300)includes free use of tables and chairs, life jackets, water slides,
water blob, canopy walk and diving board.
Day Tour
Adult - P250
Child/Student - P150
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
How to get there?
Go to Sta. Ana wharf near Magsaysay Park. Isla Reta is about 45 minutes by boat from Sta. Ana Wharf. The boat departs
as early as 9am and last trip is at 4:30pm from Davao City. The first boat trip from Isla Reta going back to Davao City is
at 6:15am and the last trip at 3pm. Boat fare is Php 80 for a one-way ride.
(082) 234-7903
Rates
Entrance Fee
Day tour – Php 100 / head
Cottages
Picnic Hut – Php 250 / night, Camping Tent – Php 400 / night
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
Rates
Day Use (inclusive of Entrance, Lunch and Pool use)
Adult Rate- Php 650/pax
7 years and younger Php550/pax
Amenities Rates
Jetski- Php 4,000 per hour / Php2,500 per 30 min
Kayak (Single) – Php 300 per hour / Php 200 per 30 min
Kayak (Double) – Php 400 per hour / Php 250 per 30 min
Paddler Boat – Php 200 per hour / Php 150 per 30 min
Banana Boat Ride(4 pax min) – Php 300 per 30 min
Life Vest Rental – Php 150 per day
Bicyle – Php 400 per day / Php 150 per hour
(082) 305-2774 / (082) 305-4028
How to get there?
Take a taxi or jeepney to Sasa wharf
and enjoy 10 minute boat ride to Babak wharf.
From there you can take a motorcycle to Secdea (30 minutes)
or you can book a van with Secdea for your group only.
Van Pick-up from Port vice-versa – Php 1,000 per way
(to be arranged in advance)
Helicopter Transport (3 pax) – Php 26,000 per way
(to be arranged in advance)
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
(0999)705-5330 0
Rates
Entrance Fee:
Adult( Day Tour )- Php 40.00
Kids ( Day Tour )- Php 20.00
Environmental Fee: Php 5.00
Cottage:
Open Cottage – Php 500.00
Close Cottage – Php 1000.00
Tables with Chair – Php 150.00
HAGAMIT
FALLS
How to get there?
Option 1:
From Magsaysay Park, wait for a bus going to Penaplata or
Kaputian (riding Kaputian is much preferred).
The bus will also take the barge
but busses are given priority over private cars.
Around 40-50php per bus ride.
Option 2:
Ride a motorboat from Sasa Km. 11 ferry boat wharf going to
Babak Wharf.
Once you reach Samal Island, you can hire a habal-habal to
take you directly to Hagimit Falls.
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
(082) 221 7823
PACKAGE
1700 per person Minimum of 5 per trip
inclusive of:
Transportation (From Crocodile Park to Rafting Area and back)
Packed Lunch & Bottled Water
Use of Gears & Equipment
Raft guide
Souvenir Shirt
Documentation (2 Disc per group of 6)
Bonus Ticket to ZIP CITY, Butterfly House & Tribu K’mindanawan
ITINERARY
8:00 am Assembly at Crocodile Park
9:30 am Departure
10:30 am Arrival at Put In area, Tamugan1:00 am Start of Rafting
12:00 nn Lunch
3:00 pm Arrival at Take Out area, Purok 8, Lacson
3:30 pm Departure for Crocodile Park
4:30 pm Arrival at Crocodile Park
WHITE WATER
RAFTING
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
(0915) 183 9480
OPERATING HOURS
Weekdays :
9:30 am ~ 5:30 pm
Weekends & Holidays:
9:30 am ~ 8:30 pm
Rates
Weekdays:
P400/2 hours
P700/4 hours
Weekends & Holidays:
P500/2 hours
P800/4 hours
Helmet, life vest, beginner’s board
and instruction are included.
How to get there?
There is a minibus ride “All Aboard” from Bankerohan Market in Davao City that passes through Mintal where the Park is located.
From Mintal, a 5 minute tricycle ride will take you to the Park. Taxi ride from downtown Davao City is readily available, and it usually
takes 30 minutes to get to the site.
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
How to get there?
For those who want to commute, you can ride a jeepney bound for Toril.
Just tell the jeepney conductor to drop you off at Mercury Drug Store.
There are single motorcycles waiting to be hired at P 80 per person
to bring you right at the entrance of Eden Nature Park & Resort.
If you are coming from the South of Davao jeepneys bound for Toril
are available at Claveria Street, Roxas Avenue and Quimpo Bouleva
Day Packages
Entrance with meals:
P550 (Buffet lunch),
P220 (Plated snack)
Activities
GUIDED SHUTTLE TOUR: P120
SKYRIDER: P150
SKYCLCLE: P200
SKYSWING:P300/SOLO, P400/TANDEM
HORSEBACK RIDING: P85
KALESA: P150/2 PERSONS, P200/3 PERSONS
FISHING: P40
SWIMMING POOL: P80/ADULT, P50/CHILD
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
How to get there?
Most convenient way to reach Jack’s Ridge is through a taxi. After taking the cab for 40 minutes (around Php 200), you can get
to the Davao’s best restaurant overlooking the scenic expanse of the city.
(082) 297 8830
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
Roxas Night Market
Roxas Avenue night market is the busiest night market
In Davao City.
There are rows of stalls of very low priced clothes, shoes and
others (most of them are second-hand or fake)
and a long array of barbecue stalls.
The vendors will open their stalls starting at 6 p.m.
The vendors attended a seminar on proper food handling,
especially on food safety to keep their food clean
and prevent food poisoning.
The vendors are also required to wear hairnets
to make them neat and clean.
The city government of Davao also reminds all vendors
to maintain the cleanliness of their surroundings
and avoid throwing of garbage in the canal.
To get there,
Option 1: Jeepney going to Roxas (P10)
Option 2: Taxi (P100)
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
DAVAO MUSEUM
Address:
Zonta Building, 113 Agusan Circle, Insular Village 1,
Lanang, Davao City
Phone:(082) 233 1734
Hours:
Monday to Saturday 9 am to 12nn and 1 pm to 5 pm
Entrance fee:
P80/adult, P70/children
D'Bone Collector Museum
Address:
San Pedro St, Poblacion District, Davao City
Phone: (0921) 480-8920
Hours:
Monday – Friday 10 am to 5 pm
Saturday 1pm to 5 pm
Entrance fee:
P80/adult, P70/children
WHAT’S FUN IN DAVAO?
Echelon Club
Poblacion District, Davao City
Acropolis Super Club
C. Bangoy St, Poblacion District, Davao City
Laundry shop and coffee house
(15 mins on foot)
Swimming pool and basketball court
(5 mins on foot)
surrounding facilitiesE&G nearby
7 Eleven and supermarket (10 mins on foot)pharmacies(10 mins on foot)
surrounding facilitiesE&G nearby
massage shops (10 mins on foot)fast food restaurants (10 mins on foot)
surrounding facilitiesE&G nearby
EMPIRE BOXING Gym
Location:
Nova Tierra Bldg., 2nd floor
(10 mins on foot)
Operation Hours:
2 pm to 9 pm, Monday to Saturday
Rate:
Boxing - Php 200 / session
Kickboxing – Php 250 / session
surrounding facilitiesE&G nearby
BeeFit Gym
Location:
Modern Times bldg., 3rd floor
(20 mins on foot)
Operation Hours:
6 am to 9 pm, Monday to Saturday
Rate:
Php 800 / month
• a variety of GX programs
•( Zumba Fitness, YOGA and others)
surrounding facilitiesE&G nearby
Body Garage Fitness Center
Location:
Grand Regal Hotel, 5th floor
(25 mins on foot / 5 mins by taxi)
Operation Hours:
6 am to 9 pm, Monday to Sunday
Rate:
Php1,220 / month
• FREE USE of the SAUNA and SWIMMING POOL
• FREE personalized work out program
• FREE AREO-KICKBOXING session
• FREE BOXING class
surrounding facilitiesE&G nearby