Within its forests are sanctuaries of rare animal and plant species. Surrounding hills and mountain ranges beckon with the promise of adventure. The warm waters of Davao Gulf lap the eastern shores. The predominant terrain of the region is mountainous. Davao City and its outskirts are marked with rolling hills sloping down to fertile valleys.
Mountain ranges straddle the rest of the country-side.
Located in a sheltered groove on the southeastern tip of Mindanao, Davao enjoys good climate year-round and is practically free from typhoons. Cebuano is the main dialect, but English and Tagalog are widely understood and spoken. There are also PAL flights to Davao from Cagayan de Oro and Zamboanga. Many shipping lines also service sea routes to Davao from Manila and other neighboring island provinces. The ubiquitous Philippine jeepneys provide easy and accessible means of transport within Davao City.