Compared to more popular beach destinations like Boracay, Siquijor’s beaches feel wilder, less populated, and more magical
Rent a motorcycle or scooter, and make your way to each of Siquijor’s attractions on your own power. The popular Paliton Beach’s coconut-palm-lined shoreline partners well with the clear sea, perfect for snorkeling and sunning in the summer.
Salagdoong Beach appeals to more adventurous beach types, with cliff jumps that ascend up to 35 feet above the sea. Go further inland to discover Siquijor’s other natural features, like the cascading Cambugahay Falls and the mysterious Llihan Cave — or take a boat further out to Apo Island and its dive sites inhabited by giant turtles.
You might also try Siquijor’s more man-made brand of magic — the local shaman healers specialize in all sorts of magical solutions to daily problems, from curses to love potions.
How to get there: Book a flight from Manila to Dumaguete via Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines. From Dumaguete airport, take a tricycle to Dumaguete Port (PHP100) for sea-based connections to Siquijor (book tickets via Oceanjet).
Siquijor’s accommodations vary from one- to three-star, with a few beachfront boutique resorts to choose from.
