Siquijor is quite intriguing and mystical. I remember when I was a kid, a popular TV show which has a Halloween and horror special, featured Siquijor as the land of witchcraft and sorcery.
Who would forget the dancing paper dolls of Siquijor? Through black magic, a man can make a paper doll dance by just waving his hand without even touching it. But after many years, things have changed, Siquijor’s enchantment still remains, the very reason why people are drawn to the province but more than that, Siquijor has also become famous for its awesome tourist attractions.
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Now, more and more people are visiting Siquijor, not just to experience its quaint vibe but to get a taste of its best beaches, falls and nature. Among its popular tourist spots are Paliton Beach, Century Old Balete Tree, Lagaan Falls, and the popular Cambugahay Falls.
Truly, people are drawn by its mystery but once visited, people are in awe of its natural beauty.
Siquijor is located in the Central Visayas region surrounded by the islands of Cebu, Negros, and Bohol. One of the easiest ways to go to the province is via Dumaguete in Negros Oriental. There are many ferries and boats that travel every day from Dumaguete to Siquijor.
Travelers usually fly from Manila to Dumaguete Airport (Sibulan Airport) then ride a ferry from Dumaguete to Siquijor. From Airport going to the port, you can either charter a tricycle for 100 pesos or ride a jeepney to Dumaguete City proper than another tricycle to the port. If you’re also planning to travel to Siquijor, here are the ferries that travel there from Dumaguete and the schedule.
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OceanJet: Dumaguete to Siquijor
Oceanjet is a fast craft that is considered the fastest way of traveling from Dumaguete to Siquijor for only one hour of travel time.
The earliest boat to depart in Dumaguete is as early as 7:20 AM and the last trip is at 5:00 PM for a PHP 250 fare for tourist class. Below is the schedule.
Dumaguete to Siquijor – 7:20 AM, 9:40 AM, 12:20 PM, 2:40 PM, 5:00 PM
Siquijor to Dumaguete – 6:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:50 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:50 PM
You can book your tickets in advance via 12GO Asia by clicking here. Or you may also use the search form below.
Montenegro Lines: Dumaguete to Siquijor
Another shipping company that can take you to Siquijor from Dumaguete is Montenegro lines. This is a RORO so the travel time is one hour and a half. Below is the schedule.
7:00 AM (Monday to Saturday)
10:00 AM (Monday to Saturday)
2:00 PM (Monday to Saturday)
7:00 AM ( Sunday)
Siquijor to Dumaguete via Montenegro Lines
10:00 AM (Monday to Saturday)
2:00 PM ( Monday to Saturday)
4:30 PM (Monday to Saturday)
10:00 AM ( Sunday)
Montenegro Lines has also trips to and from Dumaguete to Larena, Siquijor with the below schedule.
6:00 PM ( Dumaguete to Larena)
6:00 AM (Larena to Dumaguete)
GL Shipping Lines: Dumaguete to Siquijor
There are many shipping lines that offer trips between Dumaguete and Siquijor, one of which is GL Shipping Line.
Dumaguete to Siquijor – 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 4:50 PM
Siquijor to Dumaguete – 5:30 AM, 6:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM
Source for GL Shipping Lines schedule: Siquijor-island.com
Upon arriving in Siquijor, there are many ways to explore the island. The most popular is to charter a motorbike to explore Siquijor. Rate is usually around 300 pesos and additional fuel costs. Another one is through tricycle, you can talk to your hostel or hotel and they will arrange the tricycle tour for you. Rate ranges from PHP 1,000 to PHP 1,500. Lastly, there are also some tour packages for your Siquijor tour.
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Explore the beautiful and enchanting province of Siquijor by booking the Cambugahay Falls and Heritahe Tour via Klook. BOOK YOUR TOUR HERE
Siquijor Resorts and Accommodation
Here are some of the best resorts and accommodation in Siquijor.
Hanna’s Place
Nice accommodation that is within the budget. Hanna’s Place is located at Solangon Road in San Juan Siquijor. The rooms have a garden and terrace perfect for that relaxing moment after swimming at the beach. Rooms are airconditioned with a garden view and offer free Wifi. CHECK ROOM RATES HERE
Siquijor Eastern Garan Seaview Resort
This resort will provide you that needed relaxation with good amenities after a day of exploring the province. Rooms have a relaxing garden view and have free Wifi.
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They also have a fitness center and a bar. Food will not also be a problem because they have an in-house restaurant that offers delectable dishes. CHECK ROOM RATES HERE
Toris Paradise
Toris Paradise will give that complete island experience. This property is a beach resort that offers diving and snorkeling. Plus they also have a bar and restaurant.
This is located in Dumanhog, Siquijor. Just a 5-minute drive from Siquijor port, airport, and the town center. CHECK ROOM RATES HERE
Oceanlife Explorers Dive Resort
If you’re a diver, you’ll definitely enjoy staying at Oceanlife Explorers. It is a hotel, resort and a diving center with a restaurant. They promise an awesome stay on the island and ultimate dive experience. CHECK ROOM RATES HERE
Siquijor Tourist Spots
This enchanting island province will not only pique your curiosity but will also delight you with its beautiful beaches, amazing waterfalls and hospitable people. The most popular waterfall is Siquijor is Cambugahay Falls, famous for its aquamarine blue waters and the nature that surrounds it. For beaches, don’t miss Paliton beach as well as the Salagdoong Beach. For a more unique experience and adventures, visit Capilay Hot Spring and their famous and eerie Balete Tree.
More Siquijor Blog Posts
- OceanJet: Tagbilaran to Larena, Siquijor
- Tagbilaran to Larena, Siquijor (Complete Ferries)
- Larena to Plaridel
