Located in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, the Del Monte Pineapple Plantation covers thousands of hectares turning hills into undulating waves of pineapple fields and providing an amazing view of Mindanao’s agricultural product. It is a place where industry, heritage, and rustic appeal coexist in a setting that is both rich in local history and cinematic.
Where Pineapples Meet Heritage
This plantation is among the biggest in the world and not simply the largest in the Philippines. It is a monument to Del Monte’s continued presence in Bukidnon since the 1920s and spans an area of over 25,000 hectares dwarfing cities like Makati.
Its roots are in early American colonial agricultural endeavors. The plantation was surrounded by the vast Camp Phillips settlement which included early American employee housing and pioneering pineapple farming started here with kinds imported from Hawaii.
From Plantation to Tourist Destination
Today, visitors can tour the endless rows of pineapple plants and learn how these tropical jewels are harvested, canned, and savor delicious treats created from them like fresh cut pineapple, jams, candies, and pineapple infused souvenirs.
Del Monte Golf Course
Golf lovers can start their game on the plantation’s world class 18-hole, par 72, 6,390 yard golf course surrounded by views of green fields and mountains. Once reserved for golfers, the clubhouse is now open to everyone and serves hearty dishes like locally raised beef steaks blended with Del Monte’s agricultural heritage.
The Del Monte Pineapple Plantation is more than a field of fruit, it’s a living landscape that narrates the story of an industry, a region, and a cultural legacy. Between the golden fields, the sporty golf course, and heritage rich grounds, it’s a place where nature, history, and food intersect in the heart of Bukidnon.
How To Get There?
Location: Area of Camp Phillips, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines
- Via Car: From Cagayan de Oro City, drive south via CM Recto Avenue and take the Sayre Highway toward Manolo Fortich. The trip usually covers around 30 to 40 km and takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on the traffic or weather conditions. You’ll pass through scenic mountain roads with occasional views of the vast pineapple fields before reaching the plantation area in Camp Phillips, where the iconic pineapple statue welcomes visitors.
- Via Commute: From Cagayan de Oro City, take a jeepney or a tricycle to the Agora Bus Terminal. From there, board a bus or a van bound for Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon which takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Ask the driver to drop you off at Camp Phillips which is the gateway to the Del Monte Pineapple Plantation. Upon arrival, you can explore the area on foot or hire a habal-habal for easier visit to different spots within the plantation.
