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• Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in

the Philippine Sea situated 800


kilometers southeast of Manila in the
province of Surigao del Norte. It has a
land area of approximately 437 square
kilometres (169 sq mi). The east where
such Art Skyes coast is relatively straight
with one deep inlet, Port Pilar. The
coastline is marked by a succession
of reefs, small points and white,
sandy beaches. The neighboring
islands and islets have similar landforms.
Siargao is known as the “Surfing Capital of
the Philippines”, but you don't need to be a
surfer to enjoy the beautiful scenery and
natural attractions on the island...
Where is Siargao?

So where is this hidden gem, you ask? Good


question. Siargao is located 800 kilometers southeast
of Philippines' capital Manila. It belongs to the
province of Surigao del Norte, situated at the
northeastern tip of Mindanao.
HOW TO GET TO SIARGAO ISLAND BY FERRY
BY AIR You can also get to Siargao via
Siargao has its own small yet serviceable airport, Roll-on, Roll-off (RoRo) ferries.
These ferries leave to and from
named Sayak Airport. Traveling by air is the most
Surigao City. The main seaport
efficient way to get to the island.
in the island is located in the
In the past, the usual route (from Manila) is to municipality of Dapa. Boat and
first take a flight to Cebu City or Surigao City, ferry rates vary, between PHP
then take another flight to Siargao. This has 200-300.
changed, however, since Siargao Airport now
offers direct flights to and from Manila, as well
as Clark and Davao.
Manila to Siargao: Cebu Pacific and Skyjet
Cebu to Siargao: Cebu Pacific and Philippine
Airlines
Clark to Siargao: Philippine Airlines
Davao to Siargao: Philippine Airlines
Surigao City to Siargao: Cebu Pacific
From Manila, it usually takes two hours to get to
Siargao (one hour if you fly from Cebu). The fare
will vary, with the cheapest average at around
PHP 3,000 for Cebu Pacific (non-promo) flights.
5 Reasons Why You Should Visit
Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte
1. Surfing
Siargao island is the surf capital of The
Philippines
2. Beaches
Siargao island has amazing, isolated beaches

3. Sohoton Caves
The Sohoton Caves is a unique Natural
Reserve

4. The people
Siargao’s inhabitants are some of the
friendliest people around

5. Jungle Disco
Party with the locals in the jungle!
SOURCES
• https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2018/11/siargao-island-
itinerary-guide-
philippines/#BEST_TIME_TO_VISIT_SIARGAO_ISLAND\
• https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2018/11/siargao-island-
itinerary-guide-philippines/
• https://www.google.com/search?q=siargao+how+to+get+ther
e&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjd1__WupLjA
hWXbN4KHUvlB18Q_AUIECgB&biw=1008&bih=636
• https://www.justonewayticket.com/2014/04/26/ultimate-
guide-siargao-philippines-for-non-surfers/
• https://www.google.com/search?q=siargao+travel+guide&sou
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