Summer is just around the corner! If you're still undecided on where to spend your next adventure, let me take you to a mystical paradise—Siquijor Island.
Siquijor, located in the Negros Island Region, is the third smallest province in the Philippines, yet it blessed with enchanting waterfalls, pristine white sand beaches, and a rich biodiversity. Dubbed Isla Del Fuego (Island of Fire) during the Spanish colonization, the island got its name from the glow of fireflies swarming molave trees. While we didn’t see many fireflies during our visit, the picture perfect sunset was surely on fire! With its growing popularity, Siquijor is quickly becoming one of the must-visit islands in the Philippines.
How To Get There
✈️ Direct flights to Dumaguete City are available. From there, you can take a barge or fast craft to Siquijor.
From Cebu City
Multiple routes are available:
🚢 Ocean Jet offers a direct Cebu-Siquijor trip via Tagbilaran.
🚌 Cebu to Dumaguete via Tampi.
🚌 Cebu to Sibulan via Santander (Ceres Bus).
🚌 Cebu-Siquijor Direct.
For schedules and rates, visit the official websites of Ceres Bus & OceanJet.
As for our trip, we opted for the Santander-Sibulan route. Upon arrival in Sibulan, we took a tricycle for ₱300 (group of 4) to Dumaguete City, which is about 9 km away from the port.
3D2N Siquijor Itinerary 2025
Here is our personal Barkada-Friendly itinerary from our weekend trip to Siquijor. We arrived in Dumaguete on friday night and stayed at a friend's house to maximize our time for the 3D2N adventure.
DAY 1 Exploring San Juan, Siquijor
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM | Breakfast at Dumaguete's famous Painitan at the Public Market |
| 7:00 AM – 9:40 AM | Side trip to Valencia's Sulfur Vent & Dumaguete's Rizal Boulevard |
| 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Fast craft to Siquijor via Montenegro Lines |
| 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Travel from Siquijor Port to San Juan |
| 11:30 AM | Early check-in at Lyn's Guest House |
| 12:00 NN – 1:00 PM | Lunch at L Café Restobar |
| 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Freshen up |
| 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Visit Pitogo Cliff, Lugnason Falls, Old Balete Tree, and Paliton Beach |
DAY 2 Island Adventures
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM | Breakfast by the beach at Lyn's Guest House |
| 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Visit Hapitanan, Lazi Church, and Cambugahay Falls |
| 12:00 NN – 3:30 PM | Salagdoong Beach |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Road trip back to San Juan via Enrique Villanueva |
| 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Sunset & cocktails at Runik's |
| 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Freshen up at Lyn's Guest House |
| 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Nightlife at JJ's Backpacker Village |
DAY 3 Departure & Dumaguete Stopover
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM | Breakfast by the beach at Lyn's Guest House |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Travel back to Siquijor Port |
| 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | OceanJet fast craft to Dumaguete |
| 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Lunch and chill in Dumaguete |
| 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Travel to Sibulan Port |
| 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Arrive at Liloan, Santander Port via Maaayo Shipping (Fast Craft) |
| 2:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Travel back to Cebu City |
Breakdown of Expenses
| 🚢🏍️🚌 Transportation 🚢🏍️🚌 | Rate |
|---|---|
| Cebu to Liloan, Santander (Ceres Bus) | ₱330 |
| Fast Craft (Liloan to Sibulan) | ₱140 |
| Tricycle (Sibulan to Dumaguete) | ₱75 each (4 pax) |
| Montenegro Fast Craft (Dumaguete to Siquijor) | ₱364 |
| Tricycle (Siquijor Port to San Juan) | ₱75 each (4 pax) |
| Motorcycle Rental (2 days) | ₱500 each (4 pax) |
| Gasoline for rental | ₱100 each (2 pax) |
| OceanJet Fast Craft (Siquijor to Dumaguete) | ₱350 |
| Tricycle (Dumaguete to Sibulan) | ₱75 each (4 pax) |
| Fast Craft (Sibulan to Liloan) | ₱140 |
| 💸 Entrance & Miscellaneous Fees 💸 | Rate |
|---|---|
| Pitogo Cliff | ₱30 |
| Pitogo Parking | ₱10 |
| Lugnason Falls | ₱20 |
| Tour guide (Lugnason - donation) | ₱50 each (4 pax) |
| Old Balete Tree | ₱20 |
| Paliton Beach | ₱20 |
| Bamboo Raft at Cambugahay | ₱38 each |
| Swing at Cambugahay | ₱20 |
| Salagdoong Beach | ₱60 |
| Runik's (Consumable Package for 4 pax) | ₱3,500 (₱875 each) |
| 🏖️🏨 Accommodation 🏖️🏨 | Rate |
|---|---|
| Lyn's Guesthouse (3D2N w/ breakfast) | ₱1,829 each (4 pax) |
Total Expenses : ₱5,502 (Excluding food, drinks, and snacks)
Personally, I spent around ₱7,000 for this trip, including meals and some extra souvenir and treats.
Let the Photos do the Story Telling
Sidetrip at Dumaguete, visited Painitan, Rizal Boulevard and Valencia's Sulfur Vents
Breakfast at Lyn's Guesthouse, the Ala Carte servings here are superb. Quality Food and a great place to stay in San Juan. They also have good coffee - perfect!
Your trip wont be complete if you don't go chasing waterfalls. Siquijor has several of them spread throughout the island.
Come & chill in the beaches of Salogdoong located in the municipality of Maria & the famous Paliton Beach located in San Juan.
It's easier to rent a motorbike and tour the whole Island in a day. Trust me, Google Map will be your bestfriend here.
End your afternoon adventure at RUNIK and enjoy the beautiful view of the sun setting in the horizon by the cliff.
Yum! Cause there is always room for some desserts. Must try charcoal flavored ice cream just right outside the entrance of Cambugahay Falls for only 30 pesos.
Whether your on the cliff or by the beach side, you will surely have something to enjoy here in the island of Siquijor. 💚
Spending 3 days and 2 nights here is just not enough, I would really want to go back and spend atleast a week here.
Siquijor truly offers the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and mystery. Whether you're chasing waterfalls, watching fiery sunsets, or just soaking in the island’s laid-back vibe, this destination is worth every peso. If you're planning your next summer getaway, let Isla Del Fuego cast its enchanting spell on you.
So, when are you booking your Siquijor trip? Let me know in the comments!
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