Philippines
/ North Mindanao / Siargao Island
A regular
boat to Dapa, the islands main town, departs from the wharf in
Surigao (44) usually at around 8:00; but sometimes later,
as the skipper is reluctant to go before the boat is full; the
trip takes 4 hours and costs 50 Pesos.
Places
of Interest
General
Luna - A beautiful white sand beaches stretches for several
kilometers from General Luna towards Union. There are crystal
clear waters, and especially a site around a reef extending into
the Pacific Ocean is very suitable for surfing. The best time
is from July to January. Accommodation is available in native
cottages with bathrooms.
Pilar and
Del Carmen - both towns, located on the east and the west
coast of Siargao, respectively, are known for their lush mangrove
forests streaked by waterways. The mangrove forests make an exciting
day trip by motor bangka. The mangrove forests abound with crabs,
shrimp and prawns, and the surrounding waters are very rich in
fish.
Bucas Grande
Island - This large islet, about half the size of Siargao
and just south of it, is known for the Suhuton Cave that
connects the sea with a small open lagoon rich in marine life.
The cave is passable only during low tide.
Guyam, Daku
and Lajanosa Islets - These islets southeast of Siargao all
have beaches with fine white sand. They can be reached by bangka
from Dapa and General Luna on Siargao Island.
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