Finding the best beach in Siquijor is all part of the adventure, but if you’re short on time we’ve compiled the best beaches for you. If you’re searching for the best beach in Siquijor, it depends on what you’re looking for. For beach bars and a relaxed vibe, head to Paliton. If you’re after adventure, Salagdoong is the place to go, while Tubod Marine Sanctuary is great for snorkelling.
We spent a total of 5 nights exploring the magical island of Siquijor, uncovering all of the beaches mentioned below and finding the top picks so you can find the perfect Siquijor beach for you. The beaches along the coast of the island were some of the best we visited as they were less crowded than other places we had been.
Read on to find out the best beaches Siquijor, for relaxing, snorkelling, cliff jumping and more.
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The Best Beaches In Siquijor
Paliton Beach – Best Beach For Sunsets and Beach Bars
Paliton Beach is the most popular beach on the island and for good reason! Often nicknamed “Little Boracay” for its powdery white sand, this tropical paradise is lined with swaying palm trees and a turquoise shoreline. Gentle waves lap at the shore as travellers unwind on the soft sand. Here, you can sip on a rum and coke or fresh buko while watching one of the Philippines’ world-famous sunsets. This is often described as the best beach in Siquijor. Location 📌
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Salagdoong Beach – Best Beach In Siquijor For The Adventurous Traveller
Maybe you’re searching for a Siquijor beach that offers a bit more adventure, if so head to Salagdoong Beach. Here you can relax just like any other beach, soak up the sun and cool off in the tropical waters but you can also fling yourself off a 5m or 10m platform into the sea. Salagdoong Beach has two diving platforms that can be used at high tide, plus there’s a lifeguard. When we visited a host of local lads were enjoying the jumping platform.
Salagdoong Beach is made up of two bays split by a protruding rock in the middle, one bay is more tranquil and the other deeper and better for snorkelling. We even heard you can spot turtles here. Location 📌
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Tubod Beach – Best Beach For Snorkelling
If you’re looking for marine life and coral on the island of Siquijor we recommend Tubod Beach and Marine Sanctuary. Less crowded than other beaches but just as beautiful, this beach is a great place to come to relax and look for some clown fish. Head here at high tide for the best snorkelling and enjoy the designated area, don’t worry if you don’t own a mask you can hire one at Coco Grove Beach Resort. Location 📌
If you don’t fancy driving a scooter, the Siquijor Day Tour is perfect to see the highlights.
Sandugan Beach and Islanders Paradise Beach – A Great Family Resort
If you’re visiting as a family head north to Islanders Paradise Beach which is based on Sandugan Beach. The resort has a private beach area which is great for children and swimming, also bonus it’s facing the perfect way to see the stunning sunsets. Location 📌
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So… What Is The Best Beach On Siquijor?
Overall, it depends what you’re looking for, but for me Salagdoong took the top spot as the best beach on Siquijor. Paliton beach however is the most popular and most famous so make sure you head here for sunset! Discover all of our top spots and hidden gems in our Philippines Travel eGuide.
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Best Time To Visit Siquijor
How To Travel To Siquijor?
Siquijor is a relatively small Filipino island with a very small airport so the best way to get there is by ferry, however flights run daily from Cebu and take roughly an hour but expect it to cost!
Ferries run very often from the nearby islands of Cebu, Negros and Bohol making it easily accessible. One of the most popular routes is from Moalboal after flying into Cebu City, this is what we opted for and would highly recommend it.
Travelling to Siquijor? Read our Moalboal to Siquijor Guide
Best Places To Eat In Siquijor
Y-Road – A small unassuming restaurant near Locong Falls that serves some of the best local food on the island.
Roadside Diner – a local eatery that serves the best bbq chicken we’ve ever tasted and at a budget friendly price. If you’re in Siquijor you need to eat at Roadside Diner at least once!
Marco Polo Italian Restaurants – If you’re looking for Western Food you can grab a great pizza here.
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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Tips For Visiting 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.
