Hop on the Geobus and journey across the remarkable geosites of the Bohol Island Geopark—where landscapes tell stories shaped by time. These guided tours offer a closer look at how our geosites are carefully managed and conserved, ensuring their value for generations to come.

Several groups of students from geoschools visited our new interpretative geosite - the geopark museum.

At the 2025 4GEON annual meeting in Peru, the team collected data and prepared for deploying the DMSS and Mobile Tourist Guide. This effort photodocumented and interpretively described first geosites in the Colca and Andagua Geopark, under the supervision of Abraham Cáseres Cabana, enabling their presentation in the app. The selected geosites include The Tocra Interpretation Center, Sibayo, known as the “Stone Village” in the Colca Valley (Arequipa), The Enchanted Castles of Callalli, volcanic rock formations shaped by erosion to resemble medieval castles, The Cruz del Cóndor, an iconic spot in the Colca Canyon, at 3,800 meters above sea level, famous for the flight of the Andean condor, Mirador de Puca Qocha, Mount Montel in the district of Huambo (Caylloma province, Arequipa) at an altitude of more than 4,300 meters above sea level with stunning highland landscapes, The Mamacocha Lagoon, a crystal-clear spring located in Ayo, Arequipa, considered the largest spring-fed lagoon in the world and declared a natural wonder by the Andean Community, The Twin Volcanoes, also known as Huanacaure, two nearly identical volcanic cones located in the Valley of the Volcanoes, in the district of Andagua, province of Castilla,

The Antaymarca Viewpoint and nearby Antaymarca Archaeological Citadel, a pre-Hispanic Collagua-Inca settlement with stone enclosures, plazas, tombs, and agricultural areas and more...

As part of the global geopark conference in Chile, 4GEON team visited Kütralkura UNESCO Global Geopark—meaning "firestone" in Mapudungun—spans 8,100 km² across the Andes, encompassing Conguillío National Park, the active Llaima volcano, and ancient araucaria forests. This first geopark in Chile boasts over 200 million years of geological history shaped by volcanic activity, glaciers, and subduction zones, alongside rich biodiversity like the pudu deer and monito del monte in its wetlands and high prairies. Home to Mapuche-Pewenche communities in Curacautín, Lonquimay, Melipeuco, and Vilcún, it invites exploration of Earth's dynamic wonders.

4GEON principles have been projected into presentations in the newly built museum and in interpretations in the field.

The journey to Lamanok Point in Anda arranged for geoclub teachers wasn’t just a tour, it was an immersion. Teachers connected with stories carved in caves, whispers of the past in ancient pictographs, and heartfelt exchanges with the Badiang Fishermen Association (BAFIAS)—the local stewards of this mystical place.

Geotour for Geopark School and 4GEON Club Advisers, in partnership with the Department of Education, Bohol Division and the Provincial Government of Bohol - exploring geological wonders like Chocolate Hills, and the Alicia Schist Outcrop, this activity ignited passion, purpose, and pride among our dedicated teachers.

The new vision for the information panels in Rio Coco includes the principles of geoeducation, geoconservation, community involvement, indigenous knowledge and traditions and networking. One of the most significant geosites in the Rio Coco UGGp, is the “Tres Señoritas” geosite, located at the north in the Totogalpa municipality, where there are indigenous communities and a strong community involvement with the Geopark. The "Two-Eyed Seeing" (or Etuaptmumk in the Mi'kmaw language) concept is an Indigenous guiding principle that advocates for learning to see the world by drawing on the strengths of both Indigenous and Western knowledge systems. The core idea is to use these two perspectives together, for the benefit of all people and the world, without one dominating the other. After several exchanges between collaborators, local stakeholders and the contractor the new concept of the panel has been implemented.

Many kids from schools in the Ngorongoro-Lengai wider area visiting the crater for the very first time thanks to the local 4GEON team-coordinated effort.

Club members on field trips and conducting various activities in their communities, schools...

Trips were made to geosites, to learn about the geological heritage, flora and fauna, to the Chilcayarca and Andagua Clubs. Opinion articles and essays have been published on 4GENO geoportal.

Finally, a more spacious vehicle has been acquired to serve the Ngorongoro-Lengai Geopark, including for conducting field trips for 4GEON Club members.

The Technical Working Group of the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist actively took part in a geotour as part of their continued commitmentw to the Geopark’s core values of education, conservation, sustainable development, and community engagement.

The event brought together focal persons from key partner offices of the Bohol Island UNESCO Global Geopark and a representative of the Eskaya Indigenous Cultural Community, with the support of barangay and municipal local government units. The Geotour offered a day of discovery, dialogue, and deeper commitment to geoconservation and geoeducation. Participants journeyed through several of Bohol’s geological and cultural sites: National Museum of the Philippines – Bohol in Tagbilaran City – where heritage and history are vividly portrayed through its engaging exhibits. Sandugo Blood Compact Site in Hinawanan, Loay – a powerful symbol of unity and peace in Filipino history. Museo ng Pamana at Kasaysayang Boholano in Loay – an immersive experience into Boholano culture and identity. Canawa Cold Spring in Candijay and Alicia Panoramic Park – where pristine waters and sweeping vistas offer serene reflections on nature’s beauty. Alicia Schist – the oldest exposed rock formation in Bohol, telling the story of the island’s ancient geologic past.

Asin Tibuok in Alburquerque – a living tradition of salt-making that connects communities to their land and sustainable ways of life.

Multiple meeting with students from Chachas, Andagua and Chiclaymarca in order to organize various activities during the year..

"Sunset in the Ngorongoro Crater, the true Garden of Eden, is pure magic. Golden light spills over the crater’s rim, painting the grasslands in amber and crimson. Silhouettes of wildebeest and zebra stretch across the plains, while lions stir in the fading light. Flamingos wade through Lake Magadi, their reflections shimmering. Above, the sky becomes a canvas of pink, orange, and violet, embracing this ancient wilderness in a perfect, timeless glow." - Elia, The Engaruka English Medium Primary School Geoclub Teacher

Students from Fu Jen Catholic University’s Department of Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management visited the National Museum of the Philippines - Bohol to deepen their appreciation of the Bohol Island Geopark’s cultural heritage and conservation.

Bohol 4GEON team had an unforgettable kayaking experience with Kayakasia along the serene Abatan River! This eco-friendly adventure lets you cruise without fuel, leaving nothing but ripples behind—perfect for nature lovers! 🌊💚 Guided by passionate advocates of sustainability, we learned so much about preserving the beauty of Bohol’s natural treasures.

What makes this tour even more special? It’s a community effort! 💪 They partner with Abatan-Lincod Mangrove and Nipa Growers Association (ALIMANGA), a People’s Organization who nurtures the mangroves being planted by local youth and student volunteers. 🌱

The third 4GEON face-to-face annual meeting of the project team was held in Tanzania, at the Ngorongoro Lengai UNESCO Global Geopark. It was 9 days of intense program, focused on geoscience education development and practical steps in local school engagement, sustainable tourism, and community involvement, and meeting Indigenous group representatives.

Several Interim workshops focused e.g. on 4GEON information systems and the potential of generative AI in geoeducation. The meeting resulted in feedback for Ngorongoro Geopark, fostered multilateral geopark-to-geopark senior-junior experience exchange, deepened cooperation with local geoschools as well as an action plan with tangible tasks and goals. Download

The Bohol Island UNESCO Global Geopark International Forum with the theme Sustainable Management of Geoparks: Raising Awareness, Empowering Partners, and the launching of the Bohol Island Geotrails in celebration of World Soil Day. Over 180 individuals from seven countries have registered to participate via Zoom and on-site at the Bellevue Resort, Panglao, Bohol. Organised by team members from the Bohol Island UGGp, Philippines, Karl Din, Jovencia Ganub.

Various school field trips in the Global Geopark Colca y Volcanes de Andagua involving meetings with elders from the local community explaining how to plant local crops took place throughout the year paired with educational excursions to various geosites.

A rich program full of workshops, field trips and networking activities is awaiting the team of experts from all participating geoparks. Starting with hands-on experience with tourism products and Earth history visual interpretation made by famous paleoartist Zdenek Burian in Dvůr Králové ZOO Safari, a field trip to the Rychory Centre of Environmental Education and Ethics. The next day, followed by a Ceremonial opening at the University of Hradec Kralove presided over by the Dean of the Faculty of Informatics and Management, prof. Josef Hynek and progress presentations from all 4GEON geoparks. Knowledge-sharing, discussion on 4GEON mission and implementation of its activities, hands-on experience, field trips and much more is in store in the following days... Read more

Geo-educational Tour and Geosite Assessment with students at Holy Name University and Bohol Island State University and Geoscience Training for Science Teachers in Candijay, Bohol. The first two days were dedicated for lectures and practical exercises while a special tour visiting the geosites in the town of Candijay and Alicia was organized on the third day. Participants also visited active quarries of the Bohol Ophiolite Complex.