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Sandugan Beach and around
A day in Siquijor · 9:30–11:30 · 3 stops
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mapvivid.com/siquijor/itineraries/sandugan-beach-and-aroundA walking day around Sandugan Beach and Larena Port, with a lunch break nearby and Larena Town Plaza to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Sandugan Beach ↗30 min
Calm northern beach with soft sand and clear water
- Good for relaxed swims
- Bring snacks
↓ 21 min walk
10:152↓ 2 min walk
11:003Lunch
11:30Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
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Siquijor tips
Transportation
- Rent a scooter: The ring road around Siquijor is easy to follow and quiet, so renting a scooter near the port in Siquijor town or Larena is the most flexible way to explore.
- Take the ferry from Dumaguete: Fast craft and slower ferries link Dumaguete with Siquijor and Larena ports; check schedules a day ahead and allow extra time for weather delays.
- Hire a tricycle tour: If you do not ride, tricycle drivers at the port offer full-day island loops covering the falls, Lazi Church and beaches; agree the route and price before you leave.
Local Hacks
- Visit the old balete tree: The century-old enchanted balete tree near Lazi has a spring-fed pool at its roots where small fish nibble your feet for a cheap fish spa.
- Go to the falls early: Cambugahay Falls gets busy with day trippers from late morning, so arrive soon after opening to swim in calm water and take photos without crowds.
- Catch sunset at Paliton: Paliton Beach on the west coast faces the sunset and has a quiet sandy shore, so ride there in the late afternoon and stay for the colourful sky.
Saving
- Eat at carinderias: Local carinderias serve rice with adobo, fried fish and vegetable dishes for much less than resort restaurants, and are found in every town on the island.
- Enjoy the free beaches: Paliton Beach, Salagdoong and other stretches of sand cost little or nothing to visit, and are great for swimming and snorkelling with your own gear.
- Share a scooter: Two people can share one scooter for the whole day around the ring road, which halves the rental and fuel cost compared with taking tricycles everywhere.
Security
- Ride with care: Island roads have potholes, stray dogs and steep hills inland, so wear a helmet, avoid riding after dark and check the brakes before accepting a rental scooter.
- Be careful at Cambugahay Falls: The rocks around the turquoise pools are slippery, so wear water shoes and check depths before jumping from the rope swings or ledges.
- Bring enough pesos: ATMs on Siquijor are few and can run out of cash or go offline, so withdraw enough in Dumaguete and keep cash for scooters, food and entrance fees.
Cultural
- Learn about the healers: Siquijor is famous in the Philippines for its mananambal folk healers and herbal traditions, and the Easter season brings healing festivals in San Antonio.
- Dress modestly in churches: When visiting Lazi Church or San Isidro Labrador Convent, cover shoulders and knees, speak quietly and avoid photography during services.
- Visit Lazi Church and convent: The coral stone San Isidro Labrador Church and its large convent in Lazi date from Spanish colonial times and are among the island's top sights.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack for tropical heat: Siquijor is hot and humid all year, so bring light clothes, swimwear, a hat and reef-safe sunscreen, and cover up when riding to avoid sunburn.
- Plan for the wet season: Rain is heavier roughly from June to November, with typhoons possible, so bring a rain jacket and keep flexible plans in case ferries are cancelled.
- Bring water shoes: Rocky beaches, coral shallows and waterfall pools are common on Siquijor, so water shoes protect your feet and help you grip slippery stones.
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Day 3 of 39:30–11:303 stops
Sandugan Beach and around
A walking day around Sandugan Beach and Larena Port, with a lunch break nearby and Larena Town Plaza to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 30 minCalm northern beach with soft sand and clear water
3 tips
- Good for relaxed swims
- Bring snacks
- Sunrise views are pleasant
📷 Photos
21 min walk
210:15 · 30 minMain ferry gateway to the island
3 tips
- Check ferry schedules
- Arrive early for tickets
- Tricycles wait outside
📷 Photos
2 min walk
311:00 · 30 minCentral square of Larena town
- Tip: At night
3 tips
- Evening is lively
- Street food nearby
- Close to the port
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 11:30
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps
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