Why go
- Philippine island.
- Served by Tandag Airport (TDG).
History
Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea situated 196 kilometers southeast of Tacloban. It has a land area of approximately 437 square kilometres (169 sq mi). The east coast is relatively straight with one deep inlet, Port Pilar. The coastline is marked by a succession of reefs, small points and white, sandy beaches. The neighboring islands and islets have similar landforms. Siargao is known as the surfing capital of the Philippines, and was voted the Best Island in Asia in the 2021 Conde Nast Travelers Readers awards.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 3 airlines, 2 direct destinations
- Air Philippines 2P (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Manila
- Cebu Pacific 5J (ATR) · 1 route: Cebu
- Philippine Airlines PR (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Manila
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Cebu Pacific 5J (ATR) · 1 route: Cebu
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
credit: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons · See source page
When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Tandag Airport (TDG); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: SUG has direct flights to 2 destinations on 3 airlines (incl. Manila, Cebu). By water: 6 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: San Benito, 8 km); routes include Del Carmen - Maribojoc, Del Carmen - Sugba Lagoon, Surigao - Siargao Island/Dapa.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Siargao Island, Philippines. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.