Start with a hearty breakfast; Cafe Demitasse (popular specialty coffee and pastries) opens ~7:30–8:00am, hotel buffets typically 6:30–10:00am. Good to fuel up for morning walking.
A well-kept city park with sculptures, native planting and local life — great for a relaxed walk and photos; generally open from early morning until evening (commonly ~6:00am–9:00pm).
Small civic museum about Davao’s history, culture and indigenous groups; useful for quick cultural context. Typical hours: ~8:30/9:00am–4:30/5:00pm — check current hours before visiting.
Scenic dinner spot with views over Davao; opens late morning to late evening (~10:00am–10:00pm). Great introduction to local food with a view; reserve if possible.
Open-air market along Roxas Avenue offering street food, grilled specialties and souvenirs; usually opens ~6:00pm and runs late into the night — fun for an easy evening snack and people-watching.
Full-day conference sessions (as you noted) from 8:00am–5:00pm; bring water, chargers and business cards. On-site lunch is often provided or nearby food courts are available.
Sit-down dinner near the city center; these spots are open in the evening (commonly until 9:00–10:00pm) and serve hearty Filipino and international fare—great for debriefing day 1.
If lunch isn’t provided, pick a nearby restaurant offering Davao specialties such as kinilaw (ceviche-style) and grilled tuna; typical lunch service 11:00am–2:00pm.
Early start for a full day on Samal; fastcraft and pump boats run frequently from ~6:00am/7:00am through early evening — buy tickets in advance if possible.
Short crossing (20–30 minutes depending on terminal and vessel). Fastcraft schedules vary but commonly run through the day; check the operator’s current timetables.
Home to the world’s largest colony of Geoffrey’s Rousette fruit bats — visitation is limited and hours can be specific; check access rules and opening hours in advance (often morning-only guided visits).
Many resorts offer day passes (e.g., Pearl Farm Resort day access subject to availability) or local beach restaurants serve fresh seafood and grilled items; verify opening and day-pass policies beforehand.
Half-day island hopping to nearby coves and snorkeling spots is the highlight of Samal; tours usually run from late morning into mid-afternoon — book with a local operator and confirm gear and departure times.
Catch a late-afternoon ferry back to Davao so you’re in the city with time to shower and prepare for late-night airport transfer; ferries commonly operate until early evening — confirm last sailings.
If your flight is at 2:00am on Sept 27, check-out late (or request late check-out / luggage hold) and confirm airport transfer timing — you’ll leave the hotel around 11:00pm–12:00am depending on travel time to the airport (allow buffer).
Arrange a pre-booked taxi or hotel transfer to arrive at Francisco Bangoy/Davao International Airport around 12:00–12:30am for a 2:00am international flight; allow extra time for check-in and security.