Siquijor Island is known for its Mystic Traditions, Super natural entities but when I finally see the island- The first word comes to my mind is WOW!
This is beside the Port! #PortGoals
From Dumaguete we take GL Shipping Lines Ferry to Siquijor for Php 140 ($3) then Php 15 terminal fee which will be paid before entering the port. It takes 1 1/2 for the travel time for a regular ferry. If you choose to take the OceanJet – it is faster but the fare is around Php 250 ($5) Check schedule here
Ps: Be there early so you can check the earliest schedule- there are few shipping lines to choose from.
From the port a lot of locals will offer their tour services like Van Rental, Tricycle or Motorcycle. So from there you can book a tricycle tour already and just do some haggle with the pricing.
PS: You need to have a licensed to drive a motorcycle in Siquijor.
Tip: It is easier if bumili na rin kayo ng return ticket nyo bago kayo mgikot sa Island specially if day tour lang kayo.
We choose to rent Kuya Rio who is also a trained Tour Guide.
Trivia: I watched several foreign vlogger who visited Siquijor and Kuya Rio is their tour guide too. 🙂
Kuya Rio's Ride!
On the way to the resort -cost us Php 250 ($5) (One way).
The tour cost Php 1,000 ($20) for 3 pax with normal weight. ha ha Funny but yest he said if the passenger is Extra size then it will be a different rate.
We stayed at Glamping Siquijor.
For ocean view tent for 4 pax it cost Php 3, 500 ($70) including Light breakfast which is Donuts and coffee.
Glamping accommodation comes with free use of gas stove, utensils and condiments in case you want cook/grill.
And this is their common bathroom. YES! hot and cold shower baby! Sosyal db 🙂 camping site with hot and cold shower!!!
Since its habagat season, the shore is not really that nice but look at the sand. :) woahh!!
We ate at D’ Barkads Eatery- Sulit at masarap ang food and not so expensive and safe. They have permit and certification from the Siquijor Government.
Mango Shake is our favorite. 🙂 They have a lot of meals to choose from and they also offer Silog for breakfast.
After lunch, we headed to our first stop: Old Enchanted Balete Tree.
It’s a 400-plus year-old balete tree which is 8 meters up to 20 meters high.
This balete tree has a spring from its base, flowing straight into the man made pool where you can swim in this cold spring or you can just dip your feet into the cold spring and experience fish spa 🙂
The tree is can be found in Brgy. Campalanas, Lazi, Siquijor where you can also buy souvenirs.
Next stop: Broom Shot
Funny thing is this spot is not on our list and I have no idea there is such place like this- thanks to kuya Rio. There is No payment for taking pictures here- only donation so its up to you how much you will put on their donation box. Aside from the broom shot the view up here is so wonderful. 🙂
Please use the hashtag #Broomshotchallenge para makilala pa sila. They have a small store with souvenirs too.
Next: Cambugahay Falls
This is one of the popular destination in the Island. The three tiered falls is also in Lazi.
For Php 20 (Less than $1) you can enjoy unlimited swing. Rental of Life jacket is Php 150 ($3)
Next is Salagdoong Beach near Maria northeast side of Siquijor island.
This is where the famous cliff diving is located.
It's too high we didn't dare to try it. ha ha
Jumping on the cliff is only possible if its high tide, there are picnic tables that can be rented if you’re planning to stay longer but for us we just checked the cliff take photos and stayed at their restaurant and ate halo- halo. 🙂
On the way to Salagdoong Beach madadaanan na rin yung Man Made Molave Forest
It’s like a tunnel of trees-Beautiful but just imagine this place when its dark. ha ha!
From here we made a stop to the famous San Isidro Labrador or also known as Lazi Church and Convent of Lazi but I don't have a picture ‘cos its under renovation.
The Lazi Church is known to be the oldest church in Siquijor Island. The church as finished in 1884.
The Lazi Convent also has a Museum inside – entrance fee of Php 20 (less than $1) and you can see na the collection inside. The convent is said to be the oldest and largest convent in Asia. Constructed 1887.
Church of St. Francis of Assisi will welcome you to the Island. The century old church is constructed from 1795 to 1831 and it’s made of coral stones.
For dinner and for some drinks we went to Monkey Business– one of the famous local bar in Siquijor. Food is worth the price- drinks are amazing look at these the have a special mix of drinks. =)
This place is recommend specially if you want to chill after a tiring day -they have good music too. live acoustic band. 🙂
Glamping at Night.
It’s a great experience to stay at Glamping Siquijor. Not the usual camping. 🙂
So the next day we just spent the morning walking on the shore then ate lunch and head back na sa port to buy our return ticket.
Tip: If you will travel in this kind of season (habagat) choose morning or noon schedule- because the waves are too strong in the afternoon.
By the way we choose the business class Php 250 ($5) which is air-conditioned and we're on the second floor.
We arrived in Dumaguete City Around 2pm. Safe! Thank God! 🙂
Aside from the destination mentioned above you can also visit the Cantabon Cave which requires onting trekking also they said there are group of people what they called “Siquijor Healers” on that area. You have to a lot at least 3hrs for that daw eh. Pagbalik ko na lang 🙂
You may also visit the following if you still time:
Guiwanon Spring Park
Capilay Spring Park– Nadaanan namen to its nice! nsa public area pero malinis! 🙂
Tulapos Marine Sanctuary
Our Lady of Divine Providence Church
Also, recently Skydivecebu launch a tandem sky diving in Siquijor. The location is near the airport. I believe they have schedule so its better if you check on them first. Pricey ( Php 19,000 ($380) pero this is one of my bucket list so surely I will try this if not in siquijor maybe in cebu. ha ha!
check their website: https://skydivecebu.com/product/tandem-skydive-siquijor/
Gosh I left my heart in Siquijor specially the beaches! so clear and breath taking.
I'm Inlove! ♥
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