The city is situated 974 kilometers south of Manila, on the shore of Davao Gulf.

The other approach is at the east side of Samal Island mainly used as an exit channel of vessels departing from points north of Davao Gulf.

Access to the subport of entry in Mati, Davao Oriental is through Pujada Bay.

[3] Davao Gulf is situated on the south coast of Mindanao, the second largest island in the Philippines.

[6] A number of passenger ship-lines operate to Davao, including WG&A Superferry.

The port opened in the early 1900s for the international exportation of agricultural products in then-Davao Province, mostly from Davao City.

It was opened for the prospectors and entrepreneurs in the city to export their agricultural produce internationally.

In World War II, the port became a landing and anchor zone for American naval forces participating in the Battle of Davao.

[7] Vessels awaiting berth availability anchor about 400 meters (1,300 ft) off Sta.

Located at Piso Point, Banaybanay town, Davao Oriental province, this port is primarily used for mineral stockpiling and exportation.