Looking for an adventure beach and a tropical paradise? Well it’s here: Salagdoong Beach Siquijor! Here you can snorkel, cliff jump and relax in the shallow azure waters of the Philippines. This guide will detail how to get here, the best time to visit, how much the entrance fee is and describe all the things you must not miss at Salagdoong Beach.
With some of the best cliff jumping points on Siquijor, turtles swimming which provide great snorkelling and fluffy white sand contrasted against the bright blue water, Salagdoong Beach really is a beautiful spot right in front of the resort. Read on for everything you need to know before visiting paradise.
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Where Is Salagdoong Beach Siquijor?
You will find Salagdoong beach and Salagdoong Beach Resort in the town of Maria on the east of Siquijor.
How To Get To Salagdoong Beach And Salagdoong Beach Resort Siquijor?
The best way to get to Salagdoong beach is by scooter. If you’re travelling from San Juan it will take around 40 minutes. If the long drive isn’t for you stop off on the way, perhaps at Cambugahay Falls as Salagdoong beach is located a little off the beaten track. You can rent scooters for around ₱300 a day and is a great budget option.
Renting scooters in Siquijor island is easy. There are lots of vendors renting scooter at the port or you can wait till you get to San Juan. We arranged our scooter rental through are hostel meaning we didn’t have to leave a deposit. (Tip: Don’t leave anything valuable or money…especially don’t leave your passport!)
If you don’t fancy driving a scooter, the Siquijor Day Tour is perfect to see the highlights.
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The other way would be getting a trike or motorbike taxi. This would be expensive due to the long journey, however if budget isn’t a factor then you may choose to take a trike. Alternatively, it might make more sense to do the Siquijor Land Tour around the island to see all of Siquijor’s top tourist spots in one day.
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How Much Is The Entrance To Salagdoong Beach Siquijor?
To park you pay ₱20 and per person the entrance fee is ₱50. You will see the stand next to the parking area.
Tip: Before going down the steep hill to the beach make sure you have everything you need as you don’t want to be trekking back to your scooter in the heat. The hill is steep and a slog.
Salagdoong Beach
Snorkelling And Swimming At Salagdoong Beach
At Salagdoong beach you have the perfect mix of adventure and paradise. There are two bays, the first great for snorkelling, turtles can be seen here although may be rare. You can explore the colourful reefs and swim till your hearts content. The second is white sands with turquoise waters perfect for swimming or bathing in the shallow waters.
Salagdoong Beach Cliff Diving
But what about the adventure? Well at Salagdoong beach you will find two concrete cliff jumps. One around 5 metres high (16.4 foot) and the other 10 metres (32 foot), from the diving boards on the edge of the small island. These can only be used at high tide and there is a lifeguard on duty if you would like to ask about where to land safely.
There are lots of vendors along the beach for food and drinks meaning you could spend the whole day here easily or just like us stop for a short swim and quick adrenaline rush with some epic cliff jumping.
Best Time To Visit Salagdoong Beach Siquijor
December to February are the best months to visit Salagdoong and the Philippines in general as the temperatures are at their coolest and there is little rainfall.
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Siquijor Hotels, Hostels & Resorts
Siquijor has lots of accommodation whether you’re looking for a dive school, a luxury resort or a budget hostel you’ll be able to find somewhere. We recommend staying in the main hub of San Juan as this is where most of the restaurants are located as well as easy access to most of Siquijor’s best things to do.
Below is a list of top accommodations we recommend for San Juan, Siquijor:
Best Places To Stay In Siquijor
$ Budget
Lazy Lizard Hostel
Lazy Lizard is a great budget option for your stay in San Juan. Up from the main road it is quiet, in the jungle and offers scooter hire. There’s options for private rooms or shared dorms.
$$ Mid-Range
Apo Diver’s Resort
Perhaps you want something more luxury or your here for the diving! Apo Diver’s Resort offers sea views on the beach front with a beautiful pool and chill out spot.
$$$ High-End
Coco Grove Beach Resort
Backing onto Tubod Marine Reserve this is a great luxury choice if you love snorkelling. The resort also boasts a large seafront swimming pool, free coffee and breakfast as well as an on-site restaurant.
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Top Things To Do On Siquijor
We stayed 5 nights on Siquijor and think this is the perfect amount of time to see everything the island has to offer. Here’s our highlights.
Top Pick: Cambugahay Falls
Visit early or don’t bother going, this is our top pick as it was so tranquil at 8am plus we saw an iguana!
Best Beach: Paliton Beach
One of the best snorkelling spots on Siquijor and a hotspot for traveller at sunset. The beach is lined with shacks selling rum for cheaper than water!
Off The Beaten Track: Cantabon Cave
The best cave on Siquijor and still a hidden gem on the island.
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Top Tips For Travelling To Siquijor Island
If you’re visiting Siquijor here are our top travel tips:
- Plan your transport – getting to Siquijor can seem confusing so make sure to plan your route and leave early on your travel day.
- Arrive early to Cambugahay Falls to miss the crowds and experience the natural beauty of the area, we arrived at 8am.
- Eat Local, we had some of our favourite food in the Philippines here, mainly from Roadside Diner!
- Rent a scooter to explore the natural attractions. The island is small so it’s the perfect place to learn to ride a scooter, just make sure you wear a helmet.
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Final Thoughts On Salagdoong Beach
Although Salagdoong beach is a long drive over to the east side of Siquijor. For us it’s worth the hype and long drive. If you can handle a long day in the sun, we recommend grouping a few attraction on the way such as Cambugahay Falls or Lacong Falls. You can go DIY Snorkelling, cliff jumping and relax on the white sand, all which make an amazing afternoon. We broke up the drive on the way back and grabbed something to eat. Overall, visiting Salagdoong Beach is a must do on Siquijor Island in our opinion.
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