TRAVEL GUIDE: Siquijor

Siquijor is known to be the smallest island in the country. With the 102 kilometer coastline, it boasts of its white sandy beaches and mangrove forests. The island of fire also contributes to the country's mystical Caves, gracefully cascading waterfalls and panoramic views.

Map of  Siquijor (Photo credit to www.dumagueteinfo.com)

HOW TO GET THERE

TOUCHDOWN DUMAGUETE

By Air:

Dumaguete airport ,also called Sibulan Airport, is catered by major airlines like Cebu Pacific, Air Philippines and Philippine Airlines.  Travel time is about an 1 hour and 10 minutes.

By Sea :

From Manila, Super Ferry and Sulpicio Lines have regular trip schedules to Dumaguete. Travel time can take up to 36 hours.

To Siquijor:

    

From the airport, tricycles are available and can take you to the pier. Just tell the driver that you're headed to Siquijor. Fare is Php80-100. The earliest ferry trip is 5:45 AM and travel time is about 1 hour. Fare is Php120 plus Php20 terminal fee. For the a complete list of ferry schedules click here.

Alone time in Siquijor Port

Travel tips:

•  The waves can be a little rough in the afternoon. I remembered one passenger shouting "Halleluiah Dumaguete!" after an hour and fifteen minutes of crossing through the turbulent waters from Siquijor.
• Waterproof your things.

Local folks near  Salagdoong Beach. Can't get any better than THIS!

• Upon reaching Siquijor, many tricycle drivers in the pier will offer island tour services. Prices can start at Php1000 depending on your haggling skills. The tricycles are huge and can take up to 4 passengers.
• We chose Kuya Joam because of good reviews. He is highly recommended. He is polite, very familiar with the tourist spots and even looked for a cheap place for us to spend the night.

Kuya Joam and Amjo

• Motorbikes are available if you want to tour the island on your own. Maps are available and rates ranges from Php300-350 for 24 hours.

If my dad sees this he'll be like "Oh boy! This is beautiful! " tapos paulit ulit lang :)

• We were supposed go around Dumaguete, but Siquijor is so beautiful that we had to drive around the island the following day and spend another night in the island.

With Kuya Joam in Sta. Maria Church

One day, I promise to jump off this cliff. But for now, I'll just sit here 

• During the rainy season, the San Juan beach stretch is filled with sea grass. But of course, its still up to you. The beach is still pretty nonetheless.
• Entrance fee in Salagdoong is Php15.
• There are many cheap accommodations in the island depending on your budget and preference. The provincial government created a PDF file that includes the list of accommodations available with their corresponding rates. Click here.
• There's a water refilling station right beside the Siquijor State College.Just for P8 for 1 liter of cold water. :)
• Tricycle fares depend on you destination. Average would be around P10 per head or it can go up to Php400 for a chartered trip from Siquijor Port to Salagdoong Beach.

• For my detailed itinerary, more pictures and videos, click here. . 

Contact Details: Kuya Joam ( 09276932095)



Check out my other posts about my Siquijor adventure:

>Siquijor : Braving the Unknown, Unveiling the Truth

>Siquijor : Other Things You NEED to Know