Top 5 Farm Tours in the Philippines: A Family Guide (2026)
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The Philippines is one of the easiest places in Asia to show kids where food actually comes from. In a single trip you can pick vegetables at the foot of a volcano, eat a lunch grown on the same cliff you are sitting on, walk through turmeric and sunflower fields in Palawan and stand among rice terraces that Ifugao farmers have been tending for around 2,000 years.
This guide covers the five farms we think are most worth the trip — what each one is like, who it suits, how to get there and what to check before you go. Prices and opening details change often in the Philippines, so treat the numbers here as a guide and confirm directly with the farm before you travel.
The 5 Farms at a Glance
| Farm | Where | Best for | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costales Nature Farms | Majayjay, Laguna | Hands-on organic farming, overnight farm stay | About 2.5–3 hours by road from Manila |
| The Farm at San Benito | Lipa, Batangas | Vegetarian and plant-based food, wellness | About 1 hr 40 min by road from Manila airport |
| Yamang Bukid Farm | Bacungan, Puerto Princesa, Palawan | Turmeric and sunflower fields, farm-to-table lunch | Fly to Puerto Princesa, then a short drive north of the city |
| Bohol Bee Farm | Dauis, Panglao Island, Bohol | Organic lunch with a sea view, honey, crafts | Fly to Bohol-Panglao, then a short drive |
| Tam-an Village | Banaue, Ifugao | Rice terraces, Ifugao weaving and wood carving | Overnight bus or long drive north from Manila (8–9 hours) |
1. Costales Nature Farms (Majayjay, Laguna)
If you ask Filipinos for the most famous farm in the Philippines for agritourism, Costales is usually the first name you hear. Set in Barangay Gagalot at the foot of Mount Banahaw, it started in 2005 and became the first farm in the country accredited by the Department of Tourism as an agritourism destination. It is a working organic farm, so this is less a theme park and more a chance to see how vegetables, herbs, fish and livestock are raised without chemicals.
A typical visit includes a guided walk through the vegetable and herb gardens, the tilapia ponds and the livestock areas, followed by a meal made with produce from the farm. Families can do it as a day trip from Manila, but staying overnight lets you see the farm early in the morning when it is cooler and the animals are being fed.
What kids will enjoy
- Walking the gardens and picking or tasting vegetables straight from the beds
- Seeing the organic pigs, chickens and fish ponds up close
- Cool mountain air compared with Manila — pack a light jacket for the evening
- Combining the visit with nearby Majayjay Falls or the shoe-making town of Liliw
Good to know
- Book ahead. Visits and overnight stays are by reservation, best arranged through the farm’s official Facebook page or email.
- Packages change. Day tours and overnight stays (usually with breakfast and a guided farm tour) are priced per package — ask for the current rate rather than relying on older blog posts.
- Weekdays are quieter than weekends, when school and corporate groups visit.
2. The Farm at San Benito (Lipa, Batangas)
If you are searching for the Philippine farm known for vegetarian cuisine, this is the one. The Farm at San Benito is a wellness resort set in around 48 hectares of gardens in Lipa, Batangas, and its food is built around plant-based cooking using produce grown on the grounds. Its signature restaurant, ALIVE!, is known for vegan and vegetarian dishes, and breakfast includes vegetarian and vegan options.
It is more of a retreat than a hands-on farm tour, so it suits families who want calm, good food and a pool more than tractor rides. It is also the easiest farm on this list to reach from Manila — roughly 1 hour 40 minutes by road from the airport.
Good to know
- It is an alcohol-free property, which fits its wellness focus.
- Children are welcome. Booking sites list up to two children aged 12 and under staying free in their parents’ room using existing bedding — confirm when you book.
- No cots or infant beds are listed, so ask in advance if you are travelling with a baby.
- Overnight stays are the main way to visit. Ask the resort directly whether day passes or restaurant-only visits are available on your date.
3. Yamang Bukid Farm (Puerto Princesa, Palawan)
Most people come to Puerto Princesa for the Underground River, but Yamang Bukid in Barangay Bacungan is one of the most enjoyable stops on the way north. The farm is best known for its turmeric plantation and rows of sunflowers, alongside organic vegetable plots, a souvenir shop and a restaurant that cooks with what is grown there.
It works well as a half-day stop: walk the fields, take photos among the flowers and then have lunch. Look out for dishes made with turmeric and the farm’s lettuce shake, which kids tend to find either brilliant or baffling.
Good to know
- Entry has been free — you pay for food, drinks and souvenirs. Check before you go in case this changes.
- Allow 30–45 minutes by road from Puerto Princesa city, depending on traffic.
- Go early for cooler temperatures and softer light for photos; the fields have little shade at midday.
- Glamping has been offered on site if you want to stay longer.
4. Bohol Bee Farm (Panglao Island, Bohol)
Bohol Bee Farm sits on a cliff in Dauis on Panglao Island and is equal parts organic farm, apiary, restaurant and small resort. The food is the real draw: organic salads with edible flowers, homemade breads and honey spreads, and ice cream in herb and flower flavours you will not find in a supermarket.
Beyond the restaurant you can walk through the gardens, learn how the bees are kept and watch local craft demonstrations such as basket and raffia weaving. It pairs easily with a Bohol countryside day (Chocolate Hills, tarsiers and the Loboc river) or a beach afternoon on Panglao.
Good to know
- The grounds are free to walk around; guided farm tours can be arranged on site.
- Reserve lunch in peak season (Christmas, Easter and long weekends) — the cliffside tables fill up.
- You can stay over in the on-site rooms, which include a pool.
- Bring cash for the shop, which sells honey, spreads and handmade crafts that make good gifts.
5. Tam-an Village (Banaue, Ifugao)
Tam-an is not a farm in the commercial sense — it is a small Ifugao village surrounded by working rice terraces, and that is exactly why it belongs on this list. The terraces of Ifugao have been farmed by hand for around 2,000 years, and visiting a village like Tam-an is the most direct way to show children how that farming still works today.
The village is about 240 steps down from the swimming pool area of the Banaue Hotel. It is known for back-strap weaving and wood carving, and crafts are sold directly by the families who make them. The Banaue Hotel also hosts evening cultural performances of Ifugao songs and dances.
Good to know
- The steps are steep. Fine for school-age children; with toddlers, a carrier is easier than a stroller.
- Banaue is a long way from Manila — 8–9 hours by overnight bus or road. Plan at least two nights to make it worthwhile.
- Timing matters. The terraces are greenest around April and May, and harvest is typically June to July.
- Bring cash. ATMs in Banaue are limited, and many guides and craft sellers only take cash.
- Hire a local guide through your guesthouse or the tourism office if you want to hike further to Batad or Bangaan.
Our Picks for Booking Farm Tours
Banaue Rice Terraces Tours
The simplest way to see the terraces and Ifugao villages without arranging the long overland trip yourself. Look for tours that include a local guide and enough time in Banaue — day trips from Manila are very rushed.
Bohol Countryside Tours
Most Bohol countryside tours can be combined with a lunch stop at Bohol Bee Farm. A private tour gives you more flexibility with young kids and nap times.
Puerto Princesa Tours
Yamang Bukid is easy to add to a day heading north towards the Underground River. Book Underground River permits early, as daily numbers are limited.
What to Pack for Farm Days and Long Transfers
Farm visits in the Philippines often mean long road trips, ferries and patchy charging points. These are three travel basics we rely on for long travel days with kids.
Best Time to Visit Farms in the Philippines
The dry season, roughly December to May, is the easiest time for farm visits — paths are drier and boat and road transfers run more reliably. June to November is the rainy and typhoon season, when trips can be disrupted, although the countryside is at its greenest. For the Banaue rice terraces specifically, April–May is best for green terraces and June–July for the harvest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most famous farm in the Philippines?
For agritourism, Costales Nature Farms in Majayjay, Laguna is the best known. It was the first farm accredited by the Department of Tourism as an agritourism destination and is easy to reach from Manila.
Which Philippine farm is known for vegetarian cuisine?
The Farm at San Benito in Lipa, Batangas. Its ALIVE! restaurant is known for plant-based dishes made with produce from the resort’s own gardens.
Are farm tours in the Philippines suitable for young children?
Yes. Costales, Yamang Bukid and Bohol Bee Farm are all easy with kids of any age. Tam-an Village involves steep steps and a long journey to Banaue, so it is better suited to school-age children.
Do I need to book farm tours in advance?
For Costales and The Farm at San Benito, yes. Yamang Bukid and Bohol Bee Farm generally accept walk-in visitors, but reserving lunch at Bohol Bee Farm is a good idea in peak season.
How do I get to the Philippines from Dubai?
Emirates, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific fly direct from Dubai to Manila, and the flight takes around 8.5–9.5 hours. From Manila, short domestic flights connect to Puerto Princesa and Bohol-Panglao. Schedules change, so check current routes when you book.
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