Ang Siquijor ay isang maliit na isla sa Pilipinas; timog lamang ng Cebu sa Sulu Sea. At habang mayroon itong mga imprastraktura upang suportahan ang turismo, hindi ito masyadong masikip tulad ng mga bayan ng El Nido at Coron. Ang vibe ay naiwan, ang mga tao ay magiliw, may mga nakamamanghang mga beach at talon upang galugarin, ito ay isang kamangha-manghang lugar upang gumastos ng isang linggo o dalawang nakakarelaks!
Siquijor Island Travel Basics
Things to Know Before You Go
At the time of writing the conversion rate was 51.03 Philippine Pesos (PHP) to $1 USD. So if we say that something costs 250 PHP that’s just under $5 USD.
Filipinos learn both English and Tagalog in school and you’re unlikely to encounter anyone who doesn’t speak English. If you want to try your hand at Tagalog, “salamat” is “thank you” and “po” is a polite ending to a sentence. So you would say “salamat po” or “nice to meet you po” or “excuse me po”.
You’ll be referred to as “sir” or “ma’am” by pretty much everyone you meet. It’s a sign of respect and Filipinos are very polite.
While the island is very safe, always take precautions. We had $40 stolen out of our luggage that was locked in our room at the Danish Lagoon. Opportunistic crime can happen everywhere so keep any valuables locked in your room safe.
Weather on Siquijor Island
You are likely accustomed to enjoying four yearly seasons – summer, winter, spring, and fall. The Philippines only have two – wet and dry. Wet season lasts from June until October and dry season is November through May. If you visit during the wet season you can expect to experience the occasional daily torrential downpour but the waterfalls will be more spectacular!
Panahon sa Siquijor Island
Malamang sanay ka sa pag-enjoy sa apat na taunang panahon - tag-init, taglamig, tagsibol, at taglagas. Ang Pilipinas ay mayroon lamang dalawa - basa at tuyo. Ang wet season ay tumatagal mula Hunyo hanggang Oktubre at ang dry season ay Nobyembre hanggang Mayo. Kung bibisita ka sa panahon ng tagulan maaari mong asahan na maranasan ang paminsan-minsang pag-ulan at pag-ulan ngunit ang mga talon ay magiging mas kamangha-manghang!
The temperature year-round is hot, but the hottest months of the year are April and May when temperatures average around 93° F.
Packing for Siquijor Island
Read all about what to pack for a vacation in the Philippines here!
Pagkuha Sa at Paikot na Isla ng Siquijor
Mula sa Cebu Island kakailanganin mong sumakay ng isang lantsa patungong Dumaguete, palitan ang mga daungan, at sumakay ng isa pang lantsa papuntang Siquijor. Tumatagal ng 20-30 minuto upang makarating mula sa Tandayag Wharf patungong port ng Dumaguete City at ang isang traysikel ang pinakamadaling pagpipilian upang makarating ka doon.
Pagdating mo sa Siquijor Island magkakaroon ng maraming traysikel na naghihintay na dalhin ka sa iyong hotel. At marami sa kanila ay nag-aalok din ng makatuwirang presyo ng mga renta ng motorbike (300 PHP / araw). Maaari nilang ihulog ang motor sa iyong hotel at pagkatapos ay kunin ito muli kapag tapos ka na dito. Maaari rin silang magdala ng higit sa isang pagpipilian kung nais mong magkaroon ng mga pagpipilian.
Mayroong isang pangunahing kalsada na bilog ang isla at ang trapiko ay minimal. Kung mas gugustuhin mong hindi magrenta ng isang motorbike, maraming mga traysikel na maaari mong i-flag sa anumang punto sa buong araw. Pagkatapos ng 9:00 ng gabi sa pangkalahatan ay nagtipun-tipon sila sa paligid ng mga tanyag na bar at dumoble ang presyo.
Habang ang pag-hopping ng isla ay hindi gaanong tanyag sa Siquijor tulad ng maraming iba pang mga patutunguhan sa Pilipinas, ang karamihan sa mga hotel ay maaaring makatulong sa iyo na ayusin ang isang paglalakbay sa bangka patungo sa kalapit na Apo Island upang mag-snorkeling (o sumisid) kasama ang mga pagong sa dagat. Kung plano mong sumisid huwag kalimutang i-pack ang iyong scuba diving gear!
Where to Stay on Siquijor Island
The most popular tourist area of Siquijor is in San Juan. Most of our restaurant and bar recommendations are in this area as well.
Coco Grove Beach Resort
Coco Grove Beach Resort is the premier place to stay on Siquijor Island. With spacious rooms, a stunningly beautiful pool, a pristine beach just steps away, and plenty of restaurant and bar options, everything you need is right at your fingertips!
Bermuda Triangle Bungalows
The Bermuda Triangle Bungalows are decorated in a minimalistic style and have loads of natural light which makes them oh so Instagrammable. Plus you’ll love the outdoor shower. And you’re just a short walk from Tubod Beach. It’s definitely one of our favorite places to stay on Siquijor!
White Villas Resort
The White Villas Resort is beautiful beachfront property located on Solangon Beach. The buffet breakfast is the perfect way to start your day and the pool is just steps away from the beach. Plus it’s a smaller hotel so it never feels crowded
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