Siargao is known as the surfing capital of the Philippines and the town of Pacifico embodies this message perfectly. Pacifico Beach stands out as one of the highlights of the island, known for its world-class waves for both beginners and intermediate level surfers, it’s not to be missed on your trip to Siargao.
Whether you decide to stay in the town of Pacifico or drive up from the chaos of General Luna, this place is worth visiting for its crystal clear blue water, white sand, picture perfect palm trees and incredible vibes.
We share a complete guide to Pacifico beach Siargao Island below including how to get there, entrance fee, surfing, nearby restaurants, what to bring and everything else you need to know.
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Where Is Pacifico Beach On Siargao?
Pacifico beach is located in the North East of Siargao in the up and coming surf town of Pacifico, a much quieter and relaxed hub to stay compared to the main area of General Luna and Cloud 9 in the south.
How To Get To Pacifico Beach Siargao?
If you’re staying in the main hub of General Luna, to Pacifico Beach the drive takes 1 hour. This may seem like a long trip but you can break it up by visiting other attractions on the way such as the Magpupungko Rock Pools or Tayangban Cave. We think it’s definitely worth the drive!
The best way to navigate Siargao is by scooter, we rented ours for ₽300 a day and loved whizzing up North to explore more of the island, the roads are pretty well kept on Siargao and traffic was never an issue outside of Tourism Road. On the way up you’ll spot so many sights of local life including the water buffalo, small villages and vulcanising shops (garages), we were unfortunate enough to get two flat tyres!
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Pacifico Beach Description
As you head north weaving through the windy roads of Siargao lined with coconut trees, you will eventually pull into the relaxed town of Pacifico, a digital nomads dream. If you visit in peak season (March-May) there will most likely be a trail of scooters parked along the road leading to the entrance of Pacifico Beach, locals will also probably immediately ask you if you’d like to surf. Our 150+ page Philippines Travel Guide has everything you need to plan the trip of a lifetime!
Siargao can be busy in peak season, so to find a quieter spot, just keep driving for a few minutes past the main entrance and restaurants to find a secluded part of the beach, there are plenty of other small parking areas to enjoy the beach from.
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Pacifico Beach Surfing
The main reason people visit the town of Pacifico is for the surf breaks, if you’re new to surfing we recommend booking some Surf Lessons before attempting to rent a board.
Peak surf season for Pacifico is October-December where only the advanced surfers take on the Big Wish – ‘the biggest and best left-handed wave in Siargao’, arguably better than Cloud 9. Along with Pacifico, in the north of Siargao there are also the smaller and more local towns of Burgos & Tangbo which each have world-class waves in different conditions.
For intermediate surfers, Pacifico beach offers multiple surf breaks relatively close to each other, both left and right-hand waves best surfed on mid to low tides. Take your pick, rent a board and speak to the locals, they are best to guide you where to go.
For beginners, as you pull into the main Pacifico Beach parking area, you will usually see a lot of locals selling lessons, we recommend making sure they have good reviews and are reputable before choosing them. Siargao isn’t known as the surfing capital of the Philippines for no reason, so we highly recommend booking a good Surf Lesson In Cloud 9 or Pacifico.
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Best Places To Stay Siargao
Siargao has lots of accommodation whether you’re looking for a surf school, a luxury resort or a budget hostel you’ll be able to find somewhere.
We recommend staying in the main hub of General Luna as this is where most of the restaurants are located, as well as easy access to most of Siargao’s best tourist attractions. If you want to get away from the crowds you could head up north and stay in Pacifico, which is the northern hub of the island best known for being home to some of Siargao’s best surf spots.
Best Places To Stay In Siargao
$ Budget
Dream Catcher Nipas
A great place in the hustle and bustle of General Luna that is affordable if you’re on a budget. Equipped with a kitchen that you can use and friendly hosts. We stayed here for 5 nights.
$$ Mid-Range
La Boheme Boutique
This boutique glamping experience is one of the most beautiful on the island. With shared dorms available as well as private rooms, it has something for everyone.
$$$ High-End
Siargao Bleu Resort
Luxury meets island life here at this sea front resort in the heart of the surfing capital in the Philippines. With a huge pool and sea views this is a great luxury choice.
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Tourist Spots Siargao
We recommend a minimum of a week on Siargao, especially if you want to learn to surf. The island has an abundance of activities for you to explore and it’s also a great island for digital nomads. Here’s our highlights.
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Top Pick: Magpupungko Rock Pools
A natural attraction that is stunningly beautiful at low tide. You can spend a couple of hours exploring the beach, cliff jumping and swimming in the warm Tidal pools!
Can’t Miss: Learn To Surf
A must in Siargao due to the world famous waves, there are lots of surf spots and shops offering surf lessons.
Off The Beaten Track: Tayangban Cave Pools
A short cave system with a crystal pool at the end to relax in.
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Tips For Travelling Siargao
If you’re visiting Siargao here’s our top travel tips:
- Stay in the General Luna and Cloud 9 area to be amongst the beautiful chaos and be in walkable distance from the best bars & restaurants.
- There’s lots to do for non-surfers on the island, don’t forget to try out the Siargao Wake Park!
- When getting around the Philippines in a tuk-tuk, tricycle or taxi, agree on a price upfront and try to have the right change handy.
- Use an E-sim like Airalo to stay connected and remove the hassle of a physical SIM, don’t rely on Wi-Fi as the island has frequent blackouts.
- Go on the 3 island tour to see the true beauty Siargao has to offer, it’s not all about surfing after all…
- For the surfers, hire a scooter with a surf rack and visit Siargao’s best surf spots
Final Thoughts On Pacifico Beach Siargao Island
Unless you’re only in Siargao for a couple of nights and staying down south in General Luna, we think Pacifico Beach (and the north of Siargao In general) is worth a visit! Whether you take on the hours drive from the Cloud 9 area and stop off at the Magpupungko Rock Pools and Tayangban Cave, or spend a couple of nights in the town of Pacifico, this place is worth seeing. The relaxed surf town vibes are incredible with a main row of bars and restaurants to explore.
Make sure to add Pacifico Beach to your 5 or 7 day Siargao itinerary, we also recommend visiting Alegria Beach just a short drive north.
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