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SIQUIJOR | a travel guide

The island of magic, as this land has been dubbed, invites a lot of curious minds who want to witness the mystery this island carries. With its turquoise waterfalls and white sand beaches, it is definitely worth the risk!
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​where is siquijor island?

 
Siquijor Island is located in Central Visayas - south of Cebu, southeast of Negros and southwest of Bohol. It is known to be the "Island of Fire" or "Isla de Fuega" because of the fireflies that lit up its night sky. It is also known to be an island filled with magic. Today, the island has preserved a tradition of folk healing and myths of sorcery. 
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how do i get to siquijor from manila?

There are several entry points to Siquijor, either through Dumaguete or Bohol. The easiest I believe would be through Dumaguete. 

Dumaguete is accessible by plane. Several airlines fly to Dumaguete including Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific. From Sibulan Airport, ask any tricycle driver to bring you to Dumaguete Port. There is another port in Sibulan so make sure you mention that you are going to Siquijor through Dumaguete Port. From the port, there are several ferries heading for Siquijor. Fare is at least P165.

how do i get to siquijor from dumaguete?

From any point in Dumaguete City, charter a tricycle to bring you to Dumaguete Port. From Dumaguete Port, there are several ferries heading for Siquijor. Fare is at least P165.
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Enjoying the sunset aboard the ferry to Siquijor


How much should my budget be?


Our expenses amounted to roughly P2,500 per pax for a 2D1N stay in the island. Here is the actual list of our expenses:
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  • Ferry from Dumaguete to Siquijor: P165 per pax
  • Accommodation Islandia Beach Resort: P1,500 per night (for 2)
  • Food: ~P150 per meal (resort prices)
  • Tricycle tour rental: P1,000 (whole day)
  • Parking at Cambugahay Falls: P20
  • Salagdoong Beach entrance fee: P75 per pax
  • Souvenirs (T-shirt and snacks): P345
  • Ferry from Siquijor to Dumaguete: P165

Upon arrival to Siquijor, Islandia Beach Resort provided us with free ride to the resort. Our way back to the port was also taken care of and included in the whole day tricycle tour.
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How many days should i spend in the island?


I think an overnight stay will be enough to complete the whole day tricycle tour and spend half a day free and easy lounging by the beach. Here is our Siquijor itinerary, which was part of a 6-Day Tour Around Cebu-Dumaguete-Siquijor.

Day 1
3:00 PM - Arrival at Dumaguete port; book for Siquijor
4:30 PM - On board boat for Siquijor
6:00 PM - Arrival at Siquijor; meet Kuya Dhen of Islandia for free pick-up
7:30 PM - Check-in at Islandia Beach Resort; dinner

The earlier you get to Siquijor, the better. This way, you can spend half a day free and easy beach bumming and swimming.

Day 2
7:00 AM - Breakfast at Islandia
8:00 AM - Spend time lounging by the beach
10:00 AM - Start tricycle tour! (We rented a tricycle to take us around the province. It would have been a habal-habal only but we needed to bring our backpacks since we have to head back to Dumaguete City by 5:00 PM.)
10:30 AM - First stop: Old Balete Tree and Fish Spa
11:00 AM - Second stop: Lazi Church and Convent
11:20 AM - Third stop: Cambugahay Falls; jump and swim
12:20 PM - Fourth stop: Kagusuan Beach
1:30 PM - Fifth stop: Sta. Maria Church
2:00 PM - Last stop: Salagdoong Beach; cliff-dive; swim; late lunch
4:20 PM - Siquijor Church (San Isidro Labrador)
5:00 PM - On board boat to Dumaguete City
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where can i stay in siquijor?


I have listed down a couple of resorts in Siquijor:
  • Low-priced resorts in Siquijor
  • Mid-priced to premium resorts in Siquijor

what are the things we can do?


For things that you can do and sights you can see in Siquijor, please visit my list of 7 Must-See and Must-Do in Siquijor.
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OTHER USEFUL LINKS:

  • ​Islandia Beach Resort: A Review
  • Cheap Accommodations in Siquijor
  • Mid-priced to Premium Resorts in Siquijor

What to see in siquijor:

  • Enchanted Balete Tree
  • Cambugahay Falls
  • San Isidro Labrador (Lazi) Church and Convent
  • St. Francis of Assisi Parish
  • Kagusuan Beach
  • Santa Maria Church





If you are looking for resorts in Siquijor, please use the box below.
 

KEY contacts:
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  • Islandia Resort: 0939-761-2772 and 0936-901-2228 (Owner: Ate Dimple)
  • Salagdoong Beach Resort: 0910-200-2552, 0906-822-9044 or 0918-771-4714
  • Tricycle Tour: 0916-216-8085 (Kuya Calvin)


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