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Siargao
The surfing capital of the Philippines
Surf capital of the Philippines, named after a mangrove, offers a great variety of outdoor activities, including risk-taking adventure sports and gentler pursuits such as exploring rock pools and caves. There are also plenty of opportunities to relax on the white-sand beaches
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Visitors to Siargao normally visit General Luna (GL), while the island’s main town, Dapa Town, is home to grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and cafes.
The island is largely undeveloped apart from these two spots. It is perfect for kayakers, paddleboarders, cliff jumpers, cave swimmers, island hoppers and more with plenty of eco-friendly lodging.
Attracting adventurous travellers from around the world – many on a tight budget – Siargao has an eclectic dining scene embracing international cooking, vegan and other healthy cuisine, and local recipes with or without a modern twist. Filipino favourites not to miss include the seafood boodle fight at Daku Island and the unique surfboard-shaped bread, Pan de Surf. Siargao has a lively nightlife scene focused on different bars on different nights of the week, so chatting to locals is the best way to find out where to head. Regular venues include Bravo, RumBar, Viento and the Jungle Shack. Another way to get to know locals is through their love of karaoke, both in their own homes and in dedicated bars.
What to See and Do in Siargao
In the south of the Philippines is an island entirely covered with palm trees. It boasts the best waves in the country and attracts surfers from all over the world.
How to get there
Traveling by plane to Siargao is the most efficient way to reach the island. You can fly to Siargao directly from the main jump-off points in Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao – three primary island groups of the Philippine archipelago. You can also choose to fly to Surigao City and then travel via ferry to Siargao Island.
Getting Around Siargao
You will have many options for getting around Siargao. Aside from local public transportation like the habal-habal (motorcycle), tricycle, and jeepney, you can also rent a private car or even a tuk-tuk!
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