Information about Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary

Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary

The Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary is an eco-tourism destination located in Corella, Bohol. It is where you can see and visit the second smallest primates that are mostly found in Southeast Asia: tarsiers. 

This tourist attraction also has a visitor’s complex with an exhibition area, a cafeteria, an audiovisual room, a research center full of tarsier-related information, a library, and conference rooms that you can check to learn more about these small creatures.

The Philippine Tarsier Foundation established the Tarsier Sanctuary to protect these endangered species while also promoting eco-friendly tourism. Although organized entirely by local businessmen, the refuge is strongly supported by the Philippines' Department of Tourism and the Department of Environment & Natural Resources. It is one of the most visited attractions in Bohol.

How to get there

The tarsier sanctuary in Bohol is located in Barangay Canapnapan in Corella, Bohol. It is 13 kilometers away from the provincial capital, Tagbilaran City, while it is 27 kilometers away from Panglao Island.

If you’re going to visit this place via public transportation, go to the Dao terminal and look for jeepneys bound for Corella, precisely the Sikatuna route, as it passes directly by the Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary. 

Otherwise, you can rent a motorbike or join Bohol tours with free transfers to get here, especially if you’re coming from farther areas.

Tickets and entry

There is an entrance fee that you have to pay before entering the Tarsier Sanctuary. There are also in-house guides available to assist you and your group during your visit. 

Take note that the entrance fee to this tourist attraction is included in most Bohol countryside tours.

Best time to visit

The Tarsier Sanctuary is available to visit all year round. The best months to visit this attraction are from December to May because of the cooler weather. Take note that it might be crowded during the December and summer seasons as most people flock to this tourist attraction during the holidays.

The Philippine Tarsier Wildlife and Sanctuary opens daily at 8:30 AM and closes at 4 PM.