Gateway to
Postal Code 8900
Area Code 8681
Land Area 934 sq.km.
Population 104,400
Dialects Spoken 95% Surigaonon, Visayan and influences of the Cebuano and Boholano dialects with a Tausug accent can be traced.Majority can speak and talk Tagalog and English.
People and Culture
The Surigaonon is of rich Malay stock with a sprinkling of Chinese, Japanese and Arab blood. Glints of European and American influences are also evident in the Surigaonon's appearance and culture. The Surigaonons are peace-loving and gentle. Its favorable climate makes them non-temperamental. They have the humor of the Visayan, the frugality of the Ilocano and other traits which were inherited from their forebears who ventured into this part of the archipelago.
Butuan, the provincial capital, is located at the central part of Agusan del Norte province. It lies flat along the banks of
Commerce and Industry
The city has a lot of arable land, although very little is being cultivated. Abaca, copra, maiz are the most important agricultural products. However, the city receives much of its income from mining.
Commerce and Industry
Butuan, like the Caraga Provinces, is primarily an agricultural province. It is also one of the leading rice producer after Bukidnon. Butuan is also a major timber producer in the region. There are 23 lumber producers and plywood plants in the city. Butuan's rattan is one of the best in the country. Other products include corn, vegetable, coconuts and bananas.
Amenities
Only the major island barangays of
How to get There
By Air,
Butuan is, 1 hour and 30 minutes away by plane from the national capital, Manila and 50 minutes from Cebu City. Philippine Airlines flies from
WHERE TO GO
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Santo Niño Shrine
- The shrine is situated at
- From the park, about 7km from the city proper, one has a nice view on Surigao's harbor and the off-shore islets.
- The cradle of marine life and sanctuary of various species of fish, the mangrove forest is one of nature's most interesting habitat. A boat ride along the naturally-carved water channels amidst the jade-colored lush of mangrove trees and
- A 45-minute pump boat ride from
Del Carmen
- The Crocodile Sanctuary of the
Pearl Farm
- Their beauty and luster made them one of Surigao's prized dollar earners. One can experience the underwater scenery of the pearls' marine environment in a natural aquarium of incomparable beauty. The farm is the pride of Barangay Nabago, 30 minutes by land or by sea from
By Boat,
Transport is daily to and from Cebu (Cokaliong and Trans-Asia shipping companies, Waterjet fastcraft), and weekly to
By Land,
Buses and jeepneys link the
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Photos from DTI SURIGAO DEL NOrte
Philippine Famous Tourist Attractions
Surigao City Tourist Attractions - Surigao City
Philippines Destinations offers
Located at Barangay Buenavista,
The cave has 12 entrances, one of which is a 30-minute trek from the barangay proper. Its attractions are the small entrances leading to the cave’s big chambers. It is only 15 minutes away from the city proper. This cave has an impressive limestone.
formation to naturally carved stalagmites, stalactites, and columns.
Basul Islands, Surigao City
It is the nearest islet from the city, characterized by fine white sand on one side and rugged rocky shore on the other. It can be reached by motorized pumpboat in 30 minutes from the city port.
It is a tropical island paradise of white sand beach, deep blue seawaters, and shades from the lofty coconut trees. The island’s coral reef teeming with marine life is an excellent site for snorkeling and scuba diving. Sagisi is an hour ride by boat from the city proper.
Two kilometer stretch of white sand beach fringed with lofty coconut trees and lush vegetation, endowed with vast scabbed ideal for swimming. Accessible by paddleboat or a five minute trip by motorized boat from Barangay Zaragoza.
Ride on a paddleboat and view these peculiar stilt houses, popular known as “The Venice of Surigao.” The unique sight is created by the village’s houses erected on wooden stilts and bedded rocks and the villagers commuting by paddleboats through waterways. The village is accessible by land or by sea in about 30 minutes from the city.
Zaragoza Rock Formations,
Rock islet best defined by its unique, natural rock formations. Opposite is another isolated vase-like rock formation complementing this somewhat mysterious creation of nature, which was a historical burial ground of the early inhabitants of surrounding islands. The rock formation is 40 minutes by boat from the city proper.
The cradle of marine life and sanctuary of various species of fish, the mangrove forest is one of nature’s most interesting habitats. A boat’s ride along the naturally carved water channels amidst the jade colored lush of mangrove trees and the visible rich coral undergrowth is an island tropical treat rarely experienced.
Features a manicured bermuda landscape, rocks, and flowering plants facing the ocean. One can stay overnight or more to romance with the beauty of nature, experience the serenity of the park, feel the sea breeze softly rustling the coconut tree leaves with the dancing sea birds and crickets breaking the night’s silence.
Punta Baluarte, Barangay San Jose,
A historical landmark, which was used as the observatory point by the Spanish friars and later by the Japanese during WW II. It is a hill overlooking the town and the use.
Philippine Famous Tourist Attractions
Surigao City Tourist Attractions - Surigao City Natural Attractions
SURIGAO CITY TRAVEL INFORMATION
Surigao City is the capital of the province of Surigao del Norte, located at Northeastern Mindanao and serving as the gateway by land from the country’s largest island to the rest of the Philippines.
Surigao City is blessed with abundant natural scenic spots consisting of various arrays of beaches and island hopping destinations that can cater to different types of adventures, from swimming to snorkeling and scuba diving. Other natural attractions in the locality consist of mangrove forests, caves for spelunking, lagoons, waterfalls, rock and coral formations, and many more.
Another distinct advantage of Surigao City is its unmatched and untarnished socio-political stability. The city’s crime index measures less than one to two crimes reported per 100,000 population. It is very significant to note that the city is relatively free from the cudgels of organized crime syndicates and distinctly devoid of secessionists’ movements and clan violence commonly occurring in other areas of Central and Southern Mindanao.
In this dynamic and vibrant city at Northeastern Mindanao, expect only to find an excellent travel destination and potentially the next stop for doing business.
Geography of Surigao City
Surigao City is located in the northern tip of Mindanao. It is blessed with abundant mineral reserves, fisheries, and aquatic resources as well as tracts of fertile arable lands, which are the prime sources of its people’s livelihood. Its location along the coast offers a wide array of white sand or black pebbled beaches. It also boasts of beautiful islands.
Political Subdivisions of Surigao City
Surigao City is the capital of the province of Surigao del Norte. It has 54 Barangays, 21 of which are in the islands and 33 in the mainland.
Population in Surigao City
Surigao City’s population as of the year 2000 census was 118,534, growing at a rate of 2.56%.
Languages / Dialects of Surigao City
Surigaonon, Cebuano, Boholano, Tagalog, and English are the major languages and dialects spoken in the city.
Climate of Surigao City
The prevailing climate in the city falls under climate type II with no definite dry season but with a very pronounced maximum rainfall from November to January. Its average annual rainfall is 3,673.8 millimeters (144.72 inches) based on a 50-year average. There are 216 rainy days within the year in the area, making the city one of the “wettest” in the country. Its average temperature stands at a convenient 26.9 degrees centigrade with an average humidity of 85 percent (85%).
SURIGAO CITY TRAVEL INFORMATION
BRIEF HISTORY
Banahao was a part of the old district of Caraga, which later became the politico-military district of Surigao with Tandag, presently the capital of Surigao del Sur, as its capital. At its original size during the Spanish era, Surigao was the biggest province in the whole of Mindanao, with territories including parts of Davao Oriental, Agusan del Sur, Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Surigao del Norte up to Gingoog river, Misamis Oriental. According to the Philippine Commission Report of 1901, Surigao was ten times bigger than Rhodes Island and three times bigger than Connecticut. Because of repeated attacks by Moro pirates, the provincial capital was within the defensive perimeter of the Spanish naval squadron in Cebu and Ozamis.
Surigao officially became the permanent residence of the Recollects on February 1, 1752 when all the canonical books were moved from Siargao to Surigao. The first canonical books bore the signature of Fr. Lucas de la Cruz. Previously, the place was just a “vista” of the parish in Caolo, now Siargao. This date maybe considered as Surigao’s foundation day.
It was through the Surigao Strait that the fleet of Ferdinand Magellan, after a brief stay in the island of Homonhon, sailed into the Philippine archipelago during his epic voyage of discovery and eventual circumnavigation of the world in 1521.
Likewise it was in this famous and historic body of water that the greatest naval battle in history, known as “Battle of Surigao Strait,” was fought in World War II, from October 25-26, 1944, between U.S. and Japanese fleets.
Surigao is named after the old province (district) of the same name (Surigao). There are many versions of where the name Surigao was derived. One would be Sulo, which means swift water or current.
With the division of Surigao into two provinces, Surigao del Sur and Surigao del Norte, the municipality of Surigao became the capital of Surigao del Norte. It became a chartered city on August 31, 1970.
SURIGAO CITY DESCRIPTIONS
Surigao City is blessed with abundant natural scenic spots consisting of various arrays of beaches and island hopping destinations that can cater to different types of adventures, from swimming to snorkeling and scuba diving. Other natural attractions in the locality consist of mangrove forests, caves for spelunking, lagoons, waterfalls, rock and coral formations, and many more.
Geography
Surigao City is located in the northern tip of Mindanao. It is blessed with abundant mineral reserves, fisheries, and aquatic resources as well as tracts of fertile arable lands, which are the prime sources of its people’s livelihood. Its location along the coast offers a wide array of white sand or black pebbled beaches. It also boasts of beautiful islands.
Political Subdivisions
Surigao City is the capital of the province of Surigao del Norte. It has 54 Barangays, 21 of which are in the islands and 33 in the mainland.
Populations
Surigao City’s population as of the year 2000 census was 118,534, growing at a rate of 2.56%.
Language / Dialect
Surigaonon, Cebuano, Boholano, Tagalog, and English are the major languages and dialects spoken in the city.
Climate
The prevailing climate in the city falls under climate type II with no definite dry season but with a very pronounced maximum rainfall from November to January. Its average annual rainfall is 3,673.8 millimeters (144.72 inches) based on a 50-year average. There are 216 rainy days within the year in the area, making the city one of the “wettest” in the country. Its average temperature stands at a convenient 26.9 degrees centigrade with an average humidity of 85 percent (85%).
NATURAL TOURISTS ATTRACTIONS
Buenavista Cave
Located at Barangay Buenavista, Hikdop Island, and 45 minutes by pumpboat from the city, is this enchanting cave. The interior stone formation depicts the illusionary image of a grand King’s Court complete with inner chambers complemented by picturesque stalactites and stalagmites. The highlight of the journey down the cave is the knee-deep pond situated in one of its innermost caverns resembling a throne.
Silop Multi Caves (Barangay Silop)
The cave has 12 entrances, one of which is a 30-minute trek from the barangay proper. Its attractions are the small entrances leading to the cave’s big chambers. It is only 15 minutes away from the city proper. This cave has an impressive limestone formation to naturally carved stalagmites, stalactites, and columns.
Basul Islands
It is the nearest islet from the city, characterized by fine white sand on one side and rugged rocky shore on the other. It can be reached by motorized pumpboat in 30 minutes from the city port.
Sagisi Beach
It is a tropical island paradise of white sand beach, deep blue seawaters, and shades from the lofty coconut trees. The island’s coral reef teeming with marine life is an excellent site for snorkeling and scuba diving. Sagisi is an hour ride by boat from the city proper.
Sibale Beach (Barangay Zaragoza)
Two kilometer stretch of white sand beach fringed with lofty coconut trees and lush vegetation, endowed with vast scabbed ideal for swimming. Accessible by paddleboat or a five minute trip by motorized boat from Barangay Zaragoza.
Day-asan Floating Villages
Ride on a paddleboat and view these peculiar stilt houses, popular known as “The Venice of Surigao.” The unique sight is created by the village’s houses erected on wooden stilts and bedded rocks and the villagers commuting by paddleboats through waterways. The village is accessible by land or by sea in about 30 minutes from the city.
Zaragoza Rock Formations
Rock islet best defined by its unique, natural rock formations. Opposite is another isolated vase-like rock formation complementing this somewhat mysterious creation of nature, which was a historical burial ground of the early inhabitants of surrounding islands. The rock formation is 40 minutes by boat from the city proper.
Manjagao Mangrove Forest
The cradle of marine life and sanctuary of various species of fish, the mangrove forest is one of nature’s most interesting habitats. A boat’s ride along the naturally carved water channels amidst the jade colored lush of mangrove trees and the visible rich coral undergrowth is an island tropical treat rarely experienced.
Zaragoza Tourist Park (Barangay Zaragoza)
Features a manicured bermuda landscape, rocks, and flowering plants facing the ocean. One can stay overnight or more to romance with the beauty of nature, experience the serenity of the park, feel the sea breeze softly rustling the coconut tree leaves with the dancing sea birds and crickets breaking the night’s silence.
Punta Baluarte (Barangay San Jose, Surigao City)
A historical landmark, which was used as the observatory point by the Spanish friars and later by the Japanese during WW II. It is a hill overlooking the town and the surrounding waters and islands marked simply by a maroon castle replica. Complementing the landmark are the brightly colored kiosks along the beach, which provide an ideal picnic and resting area. Punta Baluarte is about an hour by boat from the city proper.
Surigao Strait
A historical site where brave sailors, regardless of race, lost their lives during the WW II in defense of ideals; dignity, liberty, and love of country.
Sto. Niño Shrine (Barangay Bad-asay – presently Barangay Serna)
Historic 16th century image of the Santo Niño handed from the previous generations of the Sembranos chapelled at the barangay proper. The image had been lost yet mysteriously found on January 14, 1996, the day of its feast, during the Santo Niño Exhibit in Ayala Center. The statue is believed to be a miraculous lagan (wanderer) with amorceko found sticking to his clothes on occasion.
Surigao City Cathedral (San Nicolas St.)
The cathedral has withstood the ravages of time since 1760 when it was constructed from light materials. During the catastrophic WW II, the old concrete structure was hit by a bomb and burned down. On June 15, 1988, after years of nurturing the Siargao people, the MSC turned over the church’s administration to the Diocesan Clergy.
Tagbasingan Eco-Village (Barangay Mat-I, Surigao City)
Showcases the preserved culture, tradition, and rituals of the Mamanwas. A visit to the village is a journey back in time tracing the early beginnings of the people of Surigao.
MAN-MADE TOURISTS ATTRACTIONS
Maharlika Resort and Training Center (Barangay Lipata, Surigao City)
One of the best convention and training centers in the city offering the best accommodation and facilities. It offers a magnificent view of the Surigao Strait and some of the islands in the city.
Luneta Park
Lying in the heart of the city is this idyllic resting and recreation place for the young and old alike. Features a children’s theme park with playground, with perfectly landscaped promenades and lounge areas. The array of ornamental plants is bordered by age-old pre-war acacia trees.
Cantiasay / San Pedro Bridge
Surigao’s version of the famous San Juanico Bridge, this wooden footbridge is the country’s longest at 391 meters. Originally conceived to ease movement and communication between two towns, the bridge has transformed itself through time into a resting and promenade area giving one the exhilarating experience and thrill of crossing two islands on foot.
FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL INTEREST TOURS
(January 14; Barangay Serna, Surigao City)
A feast and pilgrimage in honor of the Miraculous Holy Child Jesus. The festive religious rites are celebrated with a procession attended by devotees from the different parts of the country, after which is a thanksgiving mass followed by a “Sirong” dance of pilgrims and devotees as a way of offering their prayers and petitions.
Sto. Niño Feast Day
(January 15; Sto. Niño Shrine, Ouano-Ceniza Heights)
A nine-day Novena culminates in a procession/parade of different images of the Sto. Niño around the city followed by a thanksgiving mass and a celebration featuring a fireworks display and the Bonok-Bonok tribal dance.
Suroy sa Surigao (Guided Tours to Surigao City Tourist Destinations)
Initiated by the City Tourism Office as part of the program to boost the city’s potential tourism areas. It includes island hopping adventure, cave exploration, trekking, and canoeing to the lush mangrove areas and other interesting sites.
Sta. Cruzan (May 29; Barangay Taft, Surigao City)
Traditional thanksgiving celebration and a devotion of the Caba family. Beautiful sagalas (muses) and escorts parade the city streets during the Santa Cruzan Procession. A sumptuous dinner is served afterwards.
Barangay Taft Fiesta (May 31)
Feast day celebration for the barangay’s patron, Virgen dela Paz y Buen Viaje.
Sakay-Sakay Abayan (Fluvial Procession) (June 1; Barangay Taft, Surigao City)
Procession at sea led by the patron of Bilang-Bilang, Virgen dela Paz y Buen Viaje or the Patroness of Good Voyage, aboard a beautifully adorned vessel followed by colorful motor launches and bancas passing through the Surigao Strait and back to the city wharf.
Philippine Independence Day Celebration (June 12)
Celebrated with a thanksgiving mass and flag raising ceremony followed by a short program at the City Hall grounds.
Barangay Washington Fiesta (June 27)
Feast day celebration for the barangay’s patron, Mother of Perpetual Help. Highlighted by a search for Mutya ng Barangay Washington.
Surigao City Charter Day Celebration (August 25-31; City Hall Grounds)
Week-long festivities to commemorate the city’s foundation day. Activities include the search for Bb. Surigao, sportsfest, nightly affairs, grand parade, and thanksgiving mass.
Drum & Lyre Competition (August 31; Provincial Sports Complex)
City-wide competition among the secondary schools’ Drum & Lyre Corps.
Balik-Surigao (August-September)
Homecoming party for returning Surigaonons from abroad and elsewhere in the country.
Bonok-Bonok Maradjao Karadjao Festival (September 9)
Day-long Mardi Gras and streetdancing featuring ethnic dance rituals in praise of and thanksgiving to the city’s patron, San Nicolas de Tolentino. The streetdancing parade culminates at the Provincial Sports Complex where a stationary dancing showdown is held.
Surigao City Fiesta (September 10)
Surigao City celebrates the annual feast day of its patron, Señor San Nicolas de Tolentino, with prayers of thanksgiving and merrymaking. The various activities include a solemn mass in the morning and party band concerts in the evening.
Repeat Performance of the Bonok-Bonok Festival Winners (September 11)
After a thanksgiving mass at the city cathedral, winning contingents of the Bonok-Bonok Festival give a repeat of their winning performances from the city cathedral to the City Hall grounds.
Kinilaw Festival (October 2)
Showcases the different styles of preparing the dish “Kinilaw,” depicting the ingenuity, creativity, and artistry of the Surigaonons. It also features the variety of fish and seafood abundant in Surigao.
Battle of Surigao Strait (October 25)
Commemoration of the greatest naval battle in Philippine history during WW II. Highlights include the pre-dawn memorial service, civil military parade, floral/candle offering, flag raising, open house exhibit (at the vessel site), and memorial cruise along the Surigao Strait.
Paskuhan sa Surigao (month of December)
The city’s yuletide activities include: Light-up a Tree; lantern/Christmas tree making contest; Lantern Parade featuring a display of all the winning lanterns and Christmas trees and rondalla contest; Painit sa Pasko held during the Misa de Gallo from December 16-24, when mass goers converge at the park to sample Surigaonon delicacies such as sayong-song, suman, bibingka, tsokolate; fireworks display and concert on December 31; trade fairs and exhibit, especially the Christmas Bazaar at the Provincial Gymnasium.
Commemoration of the First Hoisting of the Filipino Flag in Mindanao (December 26)
Rizal Day (December 30)
Commemoration of the death anniversary of the Philippine National Hero. It is celebrated with a short program highlighted by a playlet of Rizal’s life and followed by a floral offering at Rizal’s Monument.
Special Interest Tours
One of the major areas for scuba diving is at the Rock Formation, one kilometer from Barangay Zaragoza proper. A ferry leaves from the city at 7:00 a.m. and arrives at Surigao City 8:00 a.m. It again departs for Barangay Zaragoza at 12:00 noon. Another is at Sitio Sumilom, Barangay Lipata, which can be reached by a motorized pumpboat within 30 minutes. Sagisi Island fronting Barangay San Jose is accessible by paddleboat in five minutes coming from the barangay proper. It can be reached by a motorized pumpboat within 2 hours from the city proper.
Mountain Biking
Aside from its beautiful islands, Surigao City also offers its magnificent biking trails for biking enthusiasts. A sizeable number of mountain bikers in the city are always willing to guide those interested.
Practical Shooting
A shooting area located in Barangay Mabua is open to members of the Philippine Practical Shooting Association and the public.
Cherinicole Beach ResortPesangan, Gen. Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines
HOTEL DESCRIPTION
CHERINICOLE BEACH RESORT is located on the Pacific Ocean side of the Island of Siargao, conveniently walking distance from the town of Gen.luna.General Luna or known “GL” is the main town of where all the resorts are located. We are Very accessible to wet market, church, boulevard, Karaoke bar, local restaurants and more.
We are less than 10 minutes away from cloud 9 by motorbike. In Siargao we offer nothing but the fresh air, clear water, white sand beaches, amazing caves, lagoon, islets, natural tropical beauty and surroundings with safe and friendly environment. Cherinicole offer a very casual accommodation with a luxurious comfort.
OCEAN VIEW
Ocean view is our top selling room. Staying from this room can enjoy the spectacular view of Guyam, daku and the Pacific Ocean. Room features: 1 queen bed, private bath with hot water, TV, Fridge, Air-Con, emergency light, and 100% sea view with private balcony. Ideally for couple sharing.
POOLSIDE
Poolside is our 2nd top selling room which our guest can enjoy the view of the swimming pool, garden and slight sea view. Room features: 2 full beds, private bath with hot water & emergency light.
FAMILY ROOM
This room is ideally for family or big group who are in a budget and wants to chip in the cost.
Room features: 2 double beds plus 1 single bed. Private bath with hot water, Air Con, fridge, emergency light and with garden view.
BUNGALOW
This is a spacey room with garden view. Room features: 2 full beds, private bath, air con, private balcony and emergency light. Note: Hot water is not available in this room.
STANDARD AIRCON
This is our budget and the cheapest room we offer in the resort with garden view. Room features: 2 single beds, air con, private bath/shower and private balcony. Note: Hot water is not available in this room.
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HOTEL FACILITIES AND AMENITIES
Our fresh water swimming pool is free to our guest to use anytime you need it.
WiFi INTERNET ACCESS
Bring your personal laptop and get a free access while staying with us. We also have available computer to our guest who does not have laptop.
OCEAN VIEW RESTUARANT
Our restaurant is open from breakfast, lunch and dinner in a casual dining experience. Serving International and Filipino dish. Facing Daku, Guyam and the Pacific Ocean.
CONFERENCE ROOM
Our conference room can cater to small group corporate meetings and seminars. From 25-40 people maximum capacity. Please contact us for more information, price and availability.
Tandag Beach Resort at Surigao del Sur, Mindanao
Surigao del Sur is a beautiful province in the Philippines with potentials in tourism, marine resources and beac resorts.
The Tandag beach resort in Surigao, is a Philippine beach located 50 meters away from the poblacion.
A U-shaped beach being managed by the Philippine Department of Tourism. The resort is very beautiful place with resthouse with dressing rooms and a kitchen.
Some popular actitivites in Tandag beach is beach dancing,
Pinoy games and a beauty pageant highlight the festival, which has already been part of the Department of Tourism’s calendar of events.
There are also live bands which graces the show. Some party people enjoy the Tandag beach resort with many foreigners out there .
Tandag beach resort is a great expeirence to explore with in the Philippines.
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Sunday, June 27, 2010
Surfing in Siargao Island, Philippines-Cloud 9
Do you like to surf? If so, Siargao Island, in the province of Surigao del Norte in Northeast, Mindanao, Philippines is the place for you. It has gained international recognition the last five years and has been a tourist attraction for surfers in the world.
Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea situated 800 kilometers southeast of Manila in the province of Surigao del Norte. It has a land area of approximately 437 square kilometers. The east coast is relatively straight with one deep inlet, Port Pilar. The coastline is marked by a succession of reefs, small points and white, sandy beaches. The neighboring islands and islets have similar landforms.
Siargao Island contains the largest mangrove forest reserves in Mindanao, at Del Carmen. Long stretches of wetlands indicate a potential for commercial seaweed propagation. Siargao Island is greatly influenced by the winds and currents coming uninterrupted from the Pacific Ocean, intensified by the Mindanao current running westward through the Siargao Strait.
Siargao Island is situated at a coordinate of 9°52′N 126°03′E / 9.867°N 126.05°E / 9.867; 126.05. It is composed of municipalities of Burgos, Dapa, Del Carmen, General Luna, San Benito, Pilar, San Isidro, and Santa Monica.
Offshore, a classic tropical island lies protected within its surrounding coral reef with dozens of coconut palms dressed in the center circle of the island. Off to the right, well within the massive coastal reef, lies a shining white sand bar, (Pansukian, or Naked island) some 200 meters long. The tide of Siargao is diurnal with tidal curves typically present, especially on the east coast of the island.
The Island's Pacific-facing reefs are situated on the edge of the Philippine Trench, and the extremely deep offshore waters assure the ocean swells have undiluted power when they encounter the many coral and rock reefs. Siargao has excellent surfing conditions, particularly during the southwest "habagat" monsoon from August to November, when the prevailing wind is offshore.
In the past , going to Siargao is by domestic flights from Manila to Surigao, and then by boat to Siargao Island. Beginning March 4 however, the easiest, fastest, most convinient way to the island is now by flying Cebu Pacific direct to Siargao Island via Cebu.1
Cloud 9One of the best known surfing waves on Siargao and the Philippines, with a worldwide reputation for thick, hollow tubes is "Cloud 9 . This right-breaking reef wave is the site of the annual Siargao Cup, a domestic and international surfing competition sponsored by the provincial government of Surigao del Norte.
The wave was discovered by travelling surfers in the late 1980s. It was named and made famous by American photographer John S. Callahan, who published the first major feature on Siargao Island in the United States- based Surfer magazine in March 1993, and hundreds of his photos in many other books and magazines since his first visit in 1992. Callahan has put the island on the international map and has drawn thousands of surfers and tourists to Siargao. Cloud 9 also has a reputation for being a relatively cheap destination for surfers with many cheap accommodations and restaurants and bars to choose from.
There are several other quality waves on Siargao and nearby islands, but Cloud 9 has received more publicity than any other, indeed in the Philippines as a whole. It is the only wave easily accessible without a boat, leading to overcrowding and the nickname of "Crowd 9" among surfers. Eager foreign and locally owned accommodation and tourist facilities have profited from the magazine publicity and the influx of visitors drawn by the annual Siargao Cup competition in September.
Siargao is well known as "The Surfing Capital of the Philippines" with a reputation among surfers within the Philippines and the International scene.
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