Surfing Capital of the Philippines is Siargao Island
The trip here is 2.5 hours via Plane, before you arrive at the airport you will pay an Environmental fee Php20.00. Their island hopping here is surrounded by trees. The place is very nice, clean, spacious and the people are kind. It is also better if you go here to DIY instead of a package, Because with a package you only limited time in the places you’re going to, Unlike DIY you have your time. You can ask the reception where you are staying what activities can be done here. I know you will enjoy coming here because there are many places to visit such as:
Land Tour:
This is the overlooking view that only stops to take a pictures. Here you can also see that Siargao is full of coconut trees.
It is located in General Luna. The waves here are great, perfect for surfing especially for beginners. The water is very clear. It is also one of the surfing spots in Siargao. It is also the most popular surfing spot in the entire Philippines.
You have to take a boat to get here. The boat ride takes about 30minutes. You can also do paddle boarding, ledge jumping, kayaking, bamboo rafting, snorkeling and even diving for some free diving. Single Kayak: Php200.00, Double Kayak; Php300.00, Clear Kayak: Php500.00.
The entrance fee is Php65.00. Many rock formation can be seen here. This place is also a good place to take pictures. So it is visited because it can be seen in a lagoon that can only be seen during low tide.
The palm tree swing is a popular photo spot. The most famous bent palm in the Philippines can also be found here. The entrance fee is Php20.00. There is a boat here so you can take a pictures in the middle. The boat rent is Php550.00 for 3persons. you will also go to a secret lagoon with a cold spring, each boat will be given 10minutes to swim because it cannot be done at the same time.
Very beautiful beach, It can be used by those who want to relax because the place is peaceful and not crowded. The entrance fee is Php20.00. They also have a light house that you can visit to take a picture in front of the Pacific Ocean.
The water is calm, warm and clear. The best part is it’s free and there are also restaurants near this place.
Very nice the view. The waterfall is about 15meters in height.
This bridge is famous because they call it the sunset spot and it is longest bridge in Siargao.
Trail walk in the cave to the end, they have a pool or lagoon. They also have a swing jump and diving spot.
Island Hopping:
Stingless Jellyfish are found here. It is surrounded by trees. It’s just that it’s a bit far because it is a 2 hours boat ride.
It is surrounded by palm trees and plants. After the boat ride you need to trek to get here. When you get here you will be amazed at what you will see, the place is very beautiful.
It has a 200meter long piece of sand in the middle of the sea. You will enjoy it because the white sand and blue sky are so perfect. That’s why it is called Naked Island because you don’t have any trees or plants to shelter you from.
This is the largest of the three Island. You can do a lot here like fishing and kayaking. There are also many cottages here. The lunch of the tour package was held here.
It is small enough to walk around for a few minutes. It is surrounded by palm trees. Apart from palm trees there are also rock formations here.
Where you can stay?
Apsaras Tribe
Their staff is kind. The place is nice and tidy. It also has a pool area. It’s also good because it is beachfront. The room has 2 twin beds with a veranda with a pool view, aircon, mini fridge, safetly deposit box, tv and kettle. The bathroom has free toiletries and a hairdryer. The room is clean and you will feel really comfortable when you sleep here. The price depends on the day of your visits, sometimes they have a promo.
how to go here:
Manila to Sayak Airport Via Plane
Airport to Apsaras Tribe is a 49minutes drive , you can get a ride when you leave the airport. You can ask the guard where you can ride.
You have a rental car options if you want to visits the tourist spots and if you choose DIY. If you choose the tour package, they have vehicles to use, but not all the tourist spots will be accessible to you.
Habal-habal (motorcycle)
Mini-Multicab Rental
Van or Car Rental
I hope you like my blog and i hope you can come here because i can assure you you will like and love Siargao Island.
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