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Magical, majestic, and a must-visit! These words best describe this island! And there are so many things to do and tourist spots to visit in Siquijor that you should include in your itinerary!
Siquijor offers a wide array of tourist spots and attractions, exciting activities and amazing things to do that families, friends, and adventure junkies will surely enjoy! Whenever people ask me for the best places to visit in the Philippines, Siquijor is always part of my top picks. It was in 2011 when I first visited and explored this island province. I've been wanting to visit it again but a re-visit only happened after 6 long years.
I waited for so long, so when when the opportunity came to visit it again, I told myself that it has to be a memorable one!
You can find many interesting places and do many things in Siquijor this 2022. With this, let me share to you my "Top Best Things to do, Tourist Spots and Attractions in Siquijor.”
Top Things to Do in Siquijor & Best Tourist Spots to Visit
Arriving in Siquijor
Let's Explore the Top Best Things To Do in Siquijor!
We stayed on the island for 3 days and we truly enjoyed it. Here’s my 13 best activities and tourist spots you should not miss when visiting the magical island of Siquijor.
ALSO READ: Siquijor Budget Travel Guide with DIY Itinerary and Expenses
1. Go on a Road Trip
The best way to tour around the island of Siquijor is with a tricycle tour. This is ideal for small groups, couples, or a small family. For bigger groups, multicabs can also be rented. Just ask your resort on how to rent one. But if you know how to drive a motorcycle or a scooter, you could rent one and explore the island on your own. Most resorts on the island also offer motorcycle rentals. You should have a valid driver's license to rent and drive a motorcycle.
For your tricycle needs and tour guides, see details at the end of this post.
Scooters for rent at Adayo Cove Resort
2. Visit the Churches
The island of Siquijor is home to many old and historical churches. Every town has it's own church and small chapels, but my favorites are the Church of St. Francis of Assisi in the town of Siquijor, the Our Lady of Divine Providence in the town Maria, and the St. Isidore Labradore in the town of Lazi - which was declared as a "National Historical Landmark" by the National Historical Institute.
St. Isidore Labrador Church in Lazi
St. Isidore Labrador Church in Lazi
Our Lady of Divine Providence Church in Maria
Inside Our Lady of Divine Providence Church
St. Francis of Assisi in the town of Siquijor
3. Visit the old Lazi Convent
One of the most popular historical attractions in Siquijor is the huge Lazi Convent which was also declared as a "National Historical Landmark" by the National Historical Institute along with Lazi Church. Known as the biggest convent in the country, it is used to be a place for rest and recreation of the Friars. It is located just across Lazi Church, a must-visit for religious travelers.
Lazi Convent
4. Enjoy a Fish Spa at the Centuries-old Balete Tree
A must-experience in Siquijor! Located in Brgy. Campalanas in Lazi, this centuries-old balete tree is believed to be 400 years old. Known as the oldest and biggest tree in the province, it is a popular landmark that catches the attention of every visitor. At the bottom of the tree is a man-made pool with water coming directly from the tree's roots with numerous small fishes. You can dip your feet and let the fishes gather around your foot and nibble at your dead skin. Hahaha! It's quite relaxing!
Fish Spa anyone?
5. Swim into the clear waters of Siquijor's Beaches
As an island province, Siquijor is blessed with many beautiful beaches with clear turquoise waters. I love Salagdoong Beach in the town of Maria, San Juan Beach and Paliton Beach, both in the town of San Juan. Basking in the sand, and enjoying the clear waters of Siquijor's beaches are definitely a must-do and should not be missed when visiting this majestic island.
Salagdoong Beach
Paliton Beach
6. Fly on a Broomstick
Okay, this is a joke! Hahaha! But you can have an illusion of like "flying on a broomstick" when you visit Hapitanan Cafe and Restaurant along Siquijor Circumferential Road in the town of Lazi. They have this "photo ops area" where you could grab a broomstick and have your photo taken just like this one below. Hahaha!
7. Swim at Cambugahay Falls
Also located in the town of Lazi, it requires a short trek down a stone staircase from the main road to reach Cambugahay Falls. It is made of a cascading 3-level waterfalls, with fresh and clean water coming from natural springs. There are small pools where one can sit, relax and just let the rushing water massage your body. Aside from swimming, you may also swing like Tarzan at the hanging ropes and jump into the cold waters, or have an exciting bamboo raft ride. Cambugahay Falls is definitely a must-see and experience when visiting Siquijor.
TRAVEL TIP: For ease and convenience, you can also book a Siquijor Cambugahay Falls and Heritage Day Tour via Klook.com.
Cambugahay Falls in Lazi, Siquijor
8. Walk through the Mangroves
Known as Guiwanon Spring Park, this eco-park is hidden within the mangroves in Brgy. Luyang, Siquijor, Siquijor. For a minimal entrance free of 10 pesos, you can walk through the lush mangroves via the wooded bridge and enjoy the cool sea breeze in the park. This is the best place to relax, unwind, and to just enjoy nature.
Entering Guiwanon Spring Park
Walking through the wooden bridge
9. Watch Beautiful Sunsets
We always end our day in Siquijor with a beautiful sunset such as this. Needless to say, it's so beautiful!
Sunset in Siquijor
10. Enjoy Endless Photoshoots
Be it at the beach, at the waterfalls, at the historic churches, or just about anywhere, Siquijor offers a lot of scenic landscapes and beautiful scenery ideal to capture those IG-worthy photos.
The road leading to Salagdoong Beach
Welcome to Siquijor
Adayo Cove Resort
11. Stay in a Lovely Resort
Having been to Siquijor twice, I've stayed at two nice and lovely resorts. I highly recommend Coco Grove Beach Resort (see room rates) and Adayo Cove Resort (see room rates) - both in the town of San Juan. Aside from the resorts' amenities and facilities, what I love most about these resorts are the genuinely accommodating staff. They are local residents and really know how to take good care of their guests.
RESORT REVIEWS:
Swimming Pool at Adayo Cove Resort
Guestroom at at Adayo Cove Resort
Great tasting food at at Adayo Cove Resort
12. Buy Pasalubong and Souvenirs
Love potions, herbal oils, voodoo doll souvenirs, t-shirts, peanut brittle (must-try!), ref magnets, key chains, and handicrafts, are just some of the nice pasalubong items and souvenirs you could bring back home to your family and friends. There are a few souvenir shops on the island. Some of them are located at the Old-Balete Tree area, Hapitanan Restaurant, and at the Siquijor Town Center. Just ask your tour guide where is the best place to buy.
Herbal Oil from Siquijor
13. Have Fun and Relaxing Vacation!
Of course, last but not the least. Have fun and enjoy Siquijor!
Enjoying Salagdoong Beach
How to Get to Siquijor?
- From Manila, take a 1-hour flight to Dumaguete City. Cebu Pacific Air and Philippine Airlines have several flights daily from Manila to Dumaguete City. You can search for cheap flights to Dumaguete City using the Traveloka App.
- Located just across Dumaguete City, the island of Siquijor can be reached via an 1 to 1.5 hour ferry ride from Dumaguete City Port.
- From Dumaguete City Airport, take a tricycle to Dumaguete Port. Standard fare is 100 pesos per tricycle and travel time is around 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can just walk outside the airport and take a passenger jeepney to Dumaguete City. Then walk or take a tricycle to the port. For short distances, tricycle fare is 8 pesos per passenger.
- At Dumaguete Port, take a boat or a ferry to Siquijor. Fare is around 130 to 230 pesos depending on where in Siquijor you are going to. From Dumaguete to Siquijor, Siquijor, it's 130 pesos, for Dumaguete to Larena, Siquijor, it's 230 pesos.
- Upon arrival in Siquijor, you may take a tricycle or a habal-habal (Single motorcycle) going to your resort. You may also contact a tour guide with tricycle (see details below) that could fetch you from the port going to your resort.
- You can also reach Siquijor directly by ferry from Bohol or Cebu.
WHERE TO STAY: Hotels & Beach Resorts in Siquijor
- White Villas Resort Siquijor
- The Gabayan Riviera
- Treasure Island Beach Bungalows
- The Bruce Luxury Private Cottage
- Dolce Amore Resort Siquijor
- Infinity Heights Resort
- Descanso En Paraiso Resort
- Apo Diver Beach Accomodation, Siquijor
- Mandala Tribe Treehouses
- Infinity Sands Resort
- Kalachuchi Beach Resort
- Rhumbutan Beach House
SIQUIJOR TOUR GUIDE: Tricycle Rental with Driver
For your tricycle needs and tour guide that will tour around Siquijor, you may contact Kuya Joam at 0927-6932095 or Kuya El at 0905-8809706. They are my most-trusted tour guides in Siquijor. Please give my regards to them when you meet them!
Siquijor Tour Package
For ease and convenience, you can also book a Siquijor Cambugahay Falls and Heritage Day Tour via Klook.com.
- Experience a safe and hassle-free journey starting from and ending at your hotel in Dumaguete.
- Enjoy a private tour around Siquijor Island along with roundtrip ferry tickets.
- Visit centuries-old churches of Siquijor and peek into the religious traditions of locals.
- Take a dip in the turquoise waters of Cambugahay Falls and see the famous 400+-year-old Balete Tree.
- Visit the famed Triad Cafe for a stunning ocean view, with Negros and Bohol on the horizon.
Sample Siquijor Itineraries
For sample itineraries, please visit this post: Sample Dumaguete-Siquijor Itineraries for 3, 4, 5, 6 Days or more
READ MORE: SIQUIJOR TRAVEL BLOGS
- How to Get to Siquijor?
- The Mystical and Natural Wonders of Siquijor
- Centuries-Old Churches of Siquijor
- Coco Grove Beach Resort Review
- Things To Do in Siquijor + Tourist Spots and Attractions
- Siquijor Budget Travel Guide with DIY Itinerary and Expenses
Let's explore the best things to do in Siquijor Island: Old Enchanted Balete Tree. Source: remarlapastora / Flickr. Siquijor Butterfly Sanctuary. Source: adamgn / Flickr. Salagdoong Beach. Source: samson.an / Flickr. Lugnason Falls. Tubod Marine Sanctuary. Paliton Beach. Kanheron Ranch. Al Capone's Pizzeria.
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