The best travel route for Siquijor, Camiguin, and Siargao is to go:
- Siquijor
- Camiguin
- Siargao
Hereβs how!
π¬ Getting to Siquijor
From Cebu City
Fastest Route
π₯οΈ Ferry from Cebu Pier 1 to Siquijor via Bohol | 4.5 hours | (book online)
Notes:
- This route is the fastest and most straightforward way to get to Siquijor from Cebu. However, it’s also the most expensive option. You can check the schedule and buy tickets online here, or you can also buy at the port.
- This route has a short stopover in Tagbilaran, Bohol. It’s about 15-30 minutes.
Direct Ferry
π₯οΈ Direct ferry from Cebu Pier 1 to Larena Pier | 10 hours | (book online)
Notes:
- This is the only direct ferry from Cebu City to Siquijor. It leaves 3x a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. You can find updated schedules and book online here.
- Larena Port is farther away from San Juan (Siquijor’s tourist zone) than Siquijor Port (which the other travel options dock on). Nonetheless, there are plenty of tricycles or motorcycle taxis outside Larena Pier that will be happy to take you there.
Direct Bus
π Direct bus from South Bus Terminal, Cebu to Siquijor | 7 – 8 hours
Notes:
- The bus drives to Liloan Port, gets on the boat, and continues its journey around Siquijor. You can stay inside the bus while it’s on the boat, or you can get out.
- You still have to pay the boat fare. In total, you’ll spend about php650 (roughly 400 for the bus, and 250 for the boat)
- When the boat docks, the bus will loop around Siquijor Island. So if you’re staying in San Juan (Siquijor’s main tourist zone), just tell the conductor to drop you there.
- This is a fairly new route by Ceres Bus Liner, and it currently leaves every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8 pm, and 1 am on Sundays. You can check their Facebook Page for any updates.
Alternative Route
π Direct bus to Dumaguete City | 5 – 6 hours
π₯οΈ Ferry to Siquijor | 40 minutes | (book online)
Notes:
- This is probably the worst route to Siquijor. However, because the other routes are either expensive or not available every day, many travelers still do this route.
- Buses to Dumaguete City leave South Bus Terminal in Cebu every hour starting at 6 am. Like the direct bus to Siquijor, you still have to pay your boat fare.
- From Dumaguete Pier, there are about 6-7 different ferries to take you to Siquijor. The Fast Crafts are owned by OceanJet, and they leave twice a day. Click here to see schedules and book online. The slow boats can only be booked at the pier.
From Manila
βοΈ Fly to Dumaguete City | 1 hour | (Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines)
π₯οΈ Ferry to Siquijor | 40 minutes | (book online)
Notes:
- If you’re coming from Manila, the fastest way to get to Siquijor is to fly into Dumaguete City instead of Cebu City. From there, just grab a tricycle to Dumaguete Pier and it’s very easy to get on a boat to Siquijor
π Siquijor Sample Itinerary
Sample only! See my Siquijor travel guide for more info
Day 1: Explore San Juan
π€Ώ Snorkel in Tubod Marine Sanctuary
π© Swim in the green Lugnason Falls
β² Relax in Capilay Spring Park
π Watch the sunset in Paliton Beach
Day 2: Explore Lazi
π³ Foot spa in the Old Balete Tree
π§ “Witch” jump shot in Hapitanan
π¦ Jump into Cambugahay Falls
π¦ Swim through the Sambulawan Underground River
βͺ Visit the Lazi Church and Convent
Day 3: Explore the Mountains
β°οΈ Visit the Mt. Bandilaan view deck (tallest point in Siquijor)
π¦ Go spelunking in Cantabon Cave
π½οΈ Eat in Larena Triad Coffee Shop
π¦ Visit the butterfly sanctuary
πΊοΈ Try to find Cangbangag Falls
β‘οΈ Siquijor to Camiguin
Best Route via Bohol
π₯οΈ Ferry from Siquijor Port to Tagbilaran, Bohol | 2 hours | (book online)
πΊ Tricycle to Dao Terminal | 15 minutes
π Bus to Jagna, Bohol | 2 hours
π₯οΈ Ferry from Jagna to Balbagon Port, Camiguin | 4 hours | (book online)
Notes:
- This is the only reasonable way to get from Siquijor to Camiguin without going through Cebu City.
- Ferries from Bohol to Camiguin leave from Jagna, which is 1.5 – 2 hours away from Tagbilaran city.
- The ferry from Jagna to Camiguin leaves 3x a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. You can check the schedule and book online here. You can also check Super Shuttle’s Facebook page for advisories.
Best Route via Cebu
π₯οΈ Ferry from Siquijor Port to Cebu City via Bohol | 4.5 hours | (book online)
π Taxi to Cebu Airport | 30 – 45 minutes
βοΈ Flight to Camiguin | 1 hour | (Cebu Pacific)
Notes:
- This is the fastest and most convenient way to get from Siquijor to Cebu City.
- The ferry has a short 15 – 30 minute stopover in Tagbilaran, Bohol.
Direct Ferry to Cebu
π₯οΈ Ferry from Larena Port to Cebu City | 10 hours | (book online)
π Taxi to Cebu Airport | 30 – 45 minutes
βοΈ Flight to Camiguin | 1 hour | (Cebu Pacific)
Notes:
- This ferry leaves from Larena Port, NOT Siquijor Port where OceanJet leaves from.
- This ferry only leaves every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 pm. You can check for schedules and book online here.
Alternative Route #1
π₯οΈ Ferry from Siqujor Port to Dumaguete City | 40 minutes | (book online)
π Bus or tricycle to Sibulan Port | 15 minutes
π₯οΈ Ferry to Liloan Port | 30 minutes
π Bus to Cebu City | 4 – 5 hours
π Taxi to Cebu Airport | 30 – 45 minutes
βοΈ Flight to Camiguin | 1 hour | (Cebu Pacific)
Notes:
- This route sounds complicated, but there are so many buses and ferries plying this route, that itβs very easy.
- There are fast and slow boats from Siquijor to Dumaguete. Fast boats take around 40 minutes, while slow boats take 1.5 hours.
Alternative Route #2
π₯οΈ Ferry from Larena Port to Bato, Cebu | 3 hours
π Bus to Cebu City | 4 – 5 hours
π Taxi to Cebu Airport | 30 – 45 minutes
βοΈ Flight to Camiguin | 1 hour | (Cebu Pacific)
Notes:
- The ferry from Larena Port to Bato in southern Cebu leaves 3x a week at 1pm, and takes 3 hours to arrive. You can find updated schedules on Maayo Shippingβs Facebook page.
- The bus from Bato to Cebu City takes around 4 hours.
π Camiguin Sample Itinerary
Sample only! See my Camiguin travel guide for more info
Day 1: Mt. Vulcan
πͺ Climb the Walkway to the Old Volcano
βͺ Check out the Guiob Old Church Ruins
βοΈ Visit the Sunken Cemetery
Day 2: White Sand Islands
β±οΈ Visit the White Island sandbar
π Chill and snorkel on Mantigue Island
π¦ Marvel at Katibawasan Falls
β¨οΈ Relax in Ardent Hot Spring
Day 3: Springs and Waterfalls
πββοΈ Swim in Sto. Nino Cold Spring
π¦ Check out Tuasan Falls
π₯€ Swim in / drink the water in Bura Soda Water Park
π Watch the sunset in Tongatok Cliff
Optional: β°οΈClimb Mt. Hibok-Hibok (fit people only)
β‘οΈ Camiguin to Siargao
Via Cebu
βοΈ Flight to Cebu City | 1 hour | (Cebu Pacific)
βοΈ Flight to Sayak Airport, Siargao | 1 hour | (Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines)
π Van to General Luna | 45 minutes | (book online)
Notes:
- This is the fastest and easiest route, but it can also be quite expensive because of the double flights.
- General Luna, the main tourist town of Siargao, is 45 minutes away from the airport. There are shared vans waiting to bring you there, or you can book ahead here.
Via Surigao
πΊ Tricycle to Benoni Port | 30 minutes
π₯οΈ Ferry to Balingoan Port | 1 hour
π Bus or van to Butuan City | 2.5 hours
π Bus or van to Surigao City | 3 hours
πΊ Tricycle to Surigao Port | 15 minutes
π₯οΈ Ferry to Dapa Port, Siargao | 1.5 hours | (book online)
πΊ Tricycle or van to General Luna | 25 minutes
Notes:
- This route is significantly longer and more difficult for inexperienced travelers. However, it is also cheaper than taking 2 flights to get to Siargao.
- If you’re going this route, I don’t recommend booking anything ahead since your arrival time will depend greatly on if there are any delays on the road. Plus, there are a lot of buses and ferries doing these routes, so you shouldn’t have too many problems just showing up and buying a ticket.
π Siargao Sample Itinerary
Sample only! See my Siargao travel guide for more info
Day 1: Explore the Island
Rent a motorbike here and go DIY, or book an organized tour here
π© Jump into the green waters of Sugba Lagoon
πͺ¨ Visit the Magpoponko Rock Pools
π¦ Jump into the Tayangban Cave Pool
π£ββοΈ Explore the Maasin River
π΄ Pictures at the Coconut Tree Viewdeck
Day 2: Island Hopping
Book a tour anywhere in General Luna or online here
β±οΈ Visit the Virgin Island sandbar
π€Ώ Snorkel and eat lunch on Daku Island
π΄ Chill on Guyam Island
Day 3: Surf and Chill
π Learn how to surf in Cloud 9 beach
π₯ Eat fruit bowls in Shaka Cafe
π Enjoy pizza in Kermit Siargao
Optional: ଳ Swim with jellyfish and explore Sohoton Cove (book online)
π« Exit From Siargao (General Luna)
Via Manila
π Van to Sayak Airport | 45 minutes | (book online)
βοΈ Flight to Manila | 2 hours | (Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines)
Via Cebu (flight)
π Van to Sayak Airport | 45 minutes | (book online)
βοΈ Flight to Cebu | (Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines)
Via Cebu (ferry)
πΊ Tricycle or van to Dapa Port | 25 minutes
π₯οΈ Ferry to Surigao City | 1.5 hours | (book online)
π₯οΈ Ferry to Cebu City | 10 hours | (book online)
π Taxi to Cebu Airport | 30 – 45 minutes
βοΈ Flight to Manila or outside the country
Notes:
- This route is slower and not that much cheaper, but many slow travelers prefer this route.
- There are two companies plying the Surigao City to Cebu City route, Starlite Ferries and Cokaliong Shipping.
- Both companies leave every day except Sunday. Starlite at 9 am and Cokaliong at 7 pm. Schedules are subject to change, but you can see updated schedules and book online here.
- There are multiple ferries plying the Dapa to Surigao route. Most tourists ride the Evaristo and Sons fast craft, which leaves 3x a day. Check the schedules and book a ticket online here.
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