Siquijor Travel Guide
City Island province and town, known for mystic traditions
An island shaped by coral and old healers: Siquijor attracts divers, waterfall chasers and people after slow beach days. Visitors swim off coral reefs, jump from Salagdoong cliffs, picnic beneath century-old balete trees and trade stories with local folk healers.
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Why Visit Siquijor? #
Island life on Siquijor blends white-sand beaches with old healing traditions and easygoing island culture. Paliton Beach and Cambugahay Falls are show-stopping natural draws, while village rituals and folk healers in Lazi offer a rare glimpse into local spiritual practices. Expect fresh seafood, laid-back guesthouses and island-hopping that pairs snorkeling on coral reefs with evenings listening to local stories.
Best Things to Do in Siquijor
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Siquijor Bucket List
- Cambugahay Falls - Multi-tiered waterfalls with rope swings and turquoise pools ideal for cooling off.
- Salagdoong Beach - Cliff-jumping platforms, clear water and shaded picnic spots on Siquijor's east coast.
- Lazi Convent and Belfry - 19th-century stone convent and distinctive bell tower near Lazi town, history-rich complex.
- Capilay Spring Park - Cool freshwater springs surrounded by banyan trees, popular local swimming and relaxation spot.
- Century-old Balete Tree (Lazi) - Ancient balete tree with small fish spa and shaded wooden viewing platform nearby.
- Tulapos Marine Sanctuary - Protected bay with seagrass beds and quiet snorkeling close to Siquijor town.
- Cantabon Cave - Limestone cave complex with guided tours, dramatic stalactites and underground pools.
- Apo Island - World-class snorkeling and sea turtle encounters, reachable via short boat trip.
- Dumaguete City - Bustling university city with Rizal Boulevard, easy ferry connections to Siquijor and Apo.
Best Time to Visit Siquijor #
Best visited in the dry season (roughly November-April) for sun, diving and snorkeling. The rainy/typhoon months (June-October) bring heavy rains and choppier seas; plan accordingly.
Best Time to Visit Siquijor #
Siquijor's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1325 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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How to Get to Siquijor
Siquijor island is reached almost entirely by ferry from Dumaguete (Sibulan) or Tagbilaran; a small local airport handles limited domestic flights. Ferries are frequent and the most reliable way to arrive from Negros or Bohol.
Siquijor Airport (SJI): A small regional airport on Siquijor island with limited domestic flights; schedules vary seasonally. If you land here, taxis or tricycle transfers take 10-30 minutes to main towns - fares typically PHP 50-300 depending on distance.
Dumaguete (Sibulan) Airport (DGT) / Tagbilaran (Bohol) (TAG): Many visitors fly into Dumaguete (near Sibulan) or Tagbilaran and continue by ferry. From Dumaguete/Sibulan it’s a 20-40 minute drive to the Sibulan ferry terminal; transfers by tricycle/taxi cost ~PHP 50-300.
Train: There is no rail service to Siquijor - the island is accessed by ferry.
Bus / Ferry: Ferries are the main route to Siquijor. Regular ferry operators (OceanJet, Weesam Express, and local ferries) run routes from Dumaguete (Sibulan) and Tagbilaran; crossing times are typically 45-90 minutes and fares commonly PHP 150-400 for fast ferries. From Larena and Siquijor ports local tricycles handle island transfers (PHP 50-200, 10-40 min).
How to Get Around Siquijor #
In Siquijor town and other villages the centre is easy to walk, but the island is best explored by rented motorbike or scooter; rentals are common and convenient. For very short trips tricycles (motorized pedicabs) serve as local taxis; ferries link the island to neighbouring provinces for arrivals and departures.
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Where to Eat in Siquijor #
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Siquijor's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Siquijor #
Nightlife is relaxed and low-key - expect beach bars, a few laid-back bars and occasional live-acoustic nights. There’s no large club scene; most evenings are casual and quiet.
Shopping in Siquijor #
Shopping is small-scale: souvenir stalls, beachside vendors and basic convenience stores. You’ll find local handicrafts and simple island-made goods rather than large shopping centres.
