Davao Oriental is a province in Davao Region, Philippines, made up of 11 cities and municipalities and 167 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 554,058. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 1200610000. This directory documents 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Davao Oriental.
About Davao Oriental
Davao Oriental is a province on the Pacific coast of the Davao Region, with Mati City as the provincial capital. The province faces the Philippine Sea and Celebes Sea. Davao Oriental is known for the Mayo Bay, one of the safest natural harbors in the Philippines, and the whale shark encounters off the coast of Governor Generoso municipality. The Pujada Bay Protected Landscape and Seascape near Mati City is a marine conservation area. The province is known for its pearls, seaweed farming, and fishing industry along its Pacific coastline. Mati City has been developing its tourism infrastructure around Dahican Beach, one of the longest and most pristine beaches in Mindanao. The province has significant indigenous Mandaya and Kalagan communities.
Davao Oriental is a province in Davao Region, Philippines. It is composed of 11 cities and municipalities covering a total of 167 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 hotels and accommodations, 0 restaurants, 0 local dishes, and 5 activities across Davao Oriental.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Davao Oriental, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Cities & Municipalities
Local Directory
Davao Oriental Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 11 cities and municipalities, covering 167 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Attractions | No listings yet | 0 |
| Beaches | None documented | 0 |
| Festivals | Sambuokan Festival | 1 |
| Activities | Dahican Beach Surfing | 5 |
| Hotels | No listings yet | 0 |
| Restaurants | No listings yet | 0 |
| Rentals | No listings yet | 0 |
| Local Food | No listings yet | 0 |
| Businesses | The Lyric Apartelle | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Davao Oriental based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Davao Oriental
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baganga | Municipality | 18 | 59,796 | - |
| Banaybanay | Municipality | 14 | 46,231 | - |
| Boston | Municipality | 8 | 15,074 | - |
| Caraga | Municipality | 17 | 39,630 | - |
| Cateel | Municipality | 16 | 45,623 | - |
| Governor Generoso | Municipality | 20 | 63,695 | - |
| Lupon | Municipality | 21 | 68,717 | - |
| Manay | Municipality | 17 | 39,271 | - |
| Mati City | Component city | 26 | 148,672 | 6 |
| San Isidro | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Tarragona | Municipality | 10 | 27,349 | - |
| Province Total | 167 | 554,058 | 6 |
Browse Municipal Directories
Select a city or municipality to explore its complete directory of attractions, festivals, food, hotels, and barangays.
Planning a Trip Across Davao Oriental
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Davao Oriental. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 11 cities and municipalities of Davao Oriental, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
Mati City is among the most active destinations in Davao Oriental by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
About Davao Oriental in the Philippine Administrative System
Davao Oriental is a component province of Davao Region under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) classification system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Provinces serve as the primary political subdivisions of the Philippines, each governed by an elected governor and a provincial board.
The 11 cities and municipalities of Davao Oriental collectively cover 167 barangays, the smallest administrative units in the country. Each barangay is governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council responsible for community-level services, dispute resolution, and local peace and order.
People Also Ask About Davao Oriental
How many cities and municipalities are in Davao Oriental?
Davao Oriental has 11 cities and municipalities, comprising 1 cities and 10 municipalities, with a total of 167 barangays.
What is the capital of Davao Oriental?
The provincial capital of Davao Oriental is the seat of the provincial government. Browse the cities and municipalities index to explore the province's administrative centers.
What festivals are held in Davao Oriental?
Davao Oriental hosts 1 documented festivals across its cities and municipalities, ranging from religious fiestas honoring patron saints to cultural and harvest festivals unique to specific communities within the province.
What is Davao Oriental known for?
Davao Oriental is a province in Davao Region, Philippines. It is known for its 11 cities and municipalities, 0 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 0 documented local dishes.
Where is Davao Oriental located?
Davao Oriental is located in Davao Region, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 1200610000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Davao Oriental?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Davao Oriental, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Davao Oriental follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →