Best Siargao Itinerary Guide: How Long to Stay, Island and Land Tours, Where to Go

When is the best time to visit Siargao?

This will depend on which Siargao tourist spots you want to visit and the activities you want to try. For those who want to level up their surfing skills and test them against the legendary waves of Siargao, the best time to visit is July to November, the peak surf season on the island. Do note that during November, there is usually a high chance of rainfall on the island. 

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Those who want to explore Siargao’s beaches, islands, and other natural wonders should visit from March to September when the island gets the least amount of rainfall. During this time, you can enjoy your Siargao island-hopping itinerary best, thanks to the warm weather.

How to get around Siargao?

Siargao is a relatively small island, and there are plenty of options for you to explore it. The easiest way is to book a Siargao private car transfer from the airport or a Siargao motorcycle rental so you can go around the island at your own pace.

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If you’re up for an adventure and want to experience how locals do it, you can try public transportation. You can hail a motorcycle for hire, which is locally called a habal-habal. You can also take tricycles, which are motorized vehicles that can accommodate a maximum of four passengers. If you opt to use public transport, note that these vehicles ply specific routes and areas, and requesting a private or special trip will cost more.

How many days to spend in Siargao?

Those who want a quick getaway can spend three days in Siargao, but to fully immerse yourself in what the island has to offer, we recommend staying for at least five days.

3 Days Siargao Itinerary

Best for: Travelers who want a quick trip to Siargao

A Siargao itinerary of 3 days and 2 nights is possible, but you need to make the most of your visit by going out to explore the island on your second day. For those getting on the island via Manila to Siargao flights, you'll be happy to know that roundtrip transfers from and to Sayak Airport are already included in this Siargao island itinerary so you can maximize your time.

After you are picked up at the airport, you will be escorted directly to your hotel. You can explore the island on your own after check-in. Since you have a full day on day 2, it will be the best time to book an add-on tour. 

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You can enjoy the waters of Sugba Lagoon and have a laid-back time here. You can also go on a Siargao island-hopping tour to Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands. For a packed experience, you can go on an inland tour that will stop at some of the island’s most famous spots like Magpupungko Rock Pool, Coconut Mountain View, Coconut Road, Maasin River, Tayabangan Cave, Panghunagawan Marsh, and General Luna Boulevard. 

Photo by Suyog Life Resort

If you’re an early riser, you can explore more of the island on the third day before heading back to the airport, ending your Siargao itinerary for 3 days.

• Day 1: Arrival in Siargao + Explore the island if time permits

• Day 2: Free Time + Optional Add-on Tour

  • Chill at Sugba Lagoon

  • Visit the Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands

  • Explore the inland attractions of Siargao

• Day 3: Departure from Siargao

3 days in Siargao is a common itinerary, and you have plenty of other options you can consider with this time frame. If you want to have breakfast included for days 2 and 3, you can book this 3D2N Bayud Boutique Resort Siargao package. You can also book packages with airfare from Manila included. Choose from a 3D2N Suyog Life Resort Siargao package, a 3D2N Himaya Resort Siargao package, or a 3D2N Vivo Inn Resort Siargao package.

Siargao Itinerary 4 Days 3 Nights

Best for: Travelers who want to go on multi-day tours to explore Siargao

A Siargao itinerary of 4 days and 3 nights will allow you to explore more of Siargao as you will have two full days on the island. If you book this package, you won’t have to worry about booking airport transfers, as a designated driver will pick you up and drop you off at Sayak Airport.

If you’re unsure what to do in Siargao for 4 days, you can book add-on tours. A Sugba Lagoon tour will allow you to swim and relax in Sugba Lagoon, while an inland tour will take you to some of Siargao’s top tourist attractions, including Magpupungko Rock Pool, Coconut Mountain View, Coconut Road, Maasin River, Tayabangan Cave, Panghunagawan Marsh, and General Luna Boulevard. If you want a tropical getaway, you can book a Siargao island-hopping tour to Naked, Daku, and Guyam Islands.

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On day 4, you will be picked up by a driver so you can head back to the airport, marking the end of your Siargao itinerary of 4 days.

• Day 1: Arrival in Siargao +  Explore the island if time permits

• Day 2: Free Time + Optional Add-on Tour

  • Chill at Sugba Lagoon

  • Visit the Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands

  • Explore the inland attractions of Siargao

• Day 3: Free Time + Optional Add-on Tour

  • Relax at Sugba Lagoon

  • Go island-hopping and see Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands

  • Check out the top land attractions of Siargao

• Day 4: Departure from Siargao

Photo by Vivo Inn Resort

Even if you only have 4 days in Siargao, you have plenty of options when it comes to your Siargao Island itinerary. You can book a 4D3N Vivo Inn Resort Siargao tour package, a 4D3N Himaya Resort Siargao tour package, or a 4D3N Suyog Life Resort Siargao tour package. These three options even come with roundtrip airfare from Manila and a complimentary Siargao island-hopping tour.

Siargao Itinerary for 5 Days 

Best for: Travelers who want to make the most of their Siargao vacation 

If you have plenty of time to spend in Siargao, you can maximize your visit by planning a 5D4N Siargao itinerary. This basic package comes with accommodations and roundtrip airport transfers (which is perfect for those who have booked Manila to Siargao flights), as well as a 1-hour beginner-friendly surfing lesson with free use of a surfboard.

During your stay on the island, you may also book add-on tours so you can fully immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Siargao. Island-hopping to Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands is one of the most popular activities here, allowing you to explore three picturesque islands on one trip.

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  • Sohoton Cove Bucas Grande Island tour
  • Siargao joiner land tour to Sugba Lagoon, Secret Beach & Maasin River
  • Siargao tri-island hopping joiner tour to Naked, Daku & Guyam Islands
  • Siargao eSkateboard tour to top land attractions

You can also visit several attractions, including Magpupungko Rock Pool, Coconut Mountain View, Coconut Road, Maasin River, Tayabangan Cave, Panghunagawan Marsh, and General Luna Boulevard when you go on the Siargao inland tour. If you prefer to just relax in one place, you can go on a Sugba Lagoon tour for a laid-back time. 

On day 5, you will be escorted back to Sayak Airport, ending your Siargao itinerary for 5 days.

• Day 1: Arrival in Siargao +  Explore the island if time permits

• Day 2: 1-hour beginner surfing lesson

• Day 3: Free Time + Optional Add-on Tour

  • Chill at Sugba Lagoon

  • Visit the Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands

  • Explore the inland attractions of Siargao

• Day 4: Free Time + Optional Add-on Tour

  • Relax at Sugba Lagoon

  • Go island-hopping and see Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands

  • Check out the top land attractions of Siargao

• Day 5: Departure from Siargao

There are a variety of ways you can plot your 5 days and 4 nights Siargao itinerary. If you want to focus on surfing during your stay, you can book this 5D4N Siargao surfing package, which comes with roundtrip airfare from Manila, accommodations, and daily 2-hour surfing lessons from days 2 to 4. You should also consider a 5D4N Siargao surfing and wakeboarding package, which comes with a surfing lesson and a wakeboarding lesson.

If you’re not a big fan of water sports, you still have options. You can book a 5D4N Suyog Life Resort Siargao tour package, a 5D4N Vivo Inn Resort Siargao tour package, or a 5D4N Himaya Resort Siargao tour package. All three Siargao tour packages already come with roundtrip airfare from Manila and a complimentary Siargao inland tour.

Cebu to Siargao Itinerary

Best for: Travelers who want to visit Siargao and the popular island of Cebu in one trip

Cebu and Siargao are two of the best islands in the Philippines, and if you want to visit both in one go, a 6-day Cebu Siargao itinerary is recommended. This package comes with accommodations and Siargao to Cebu airfare.

During your stay in Siargao, you will go on an island-hopping tour of Guyam, Daku, and Naked islands. You also have the option to rent a motorbike or book an add-on tour. You can choose from two tours: a Sugba Lagoon tour and an inland attractions tour that will take you to Cloud 9, General Luna Boulevard, Coconut Mountain View, Maasin Coconut Road, Maasin River, Panghungawan Marsh, and Magpupungko Rock Pool.

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You’ll head to Cebu on day 4, and here, you have a complimentary tour that will bring you to Oslob for whale shark-watching, as well as to Tumalog Falls, Sumilon Sandbar, and Pescador Island. You may also choose to book one of the following add-on tours: a Cebu highlands tour, a Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City heritage attractions tour, or a Cebu panoramic views evening tour.

• Day 1: Arrival in Siargao + Optional motorbike rental

• Day 2: Island-hopping tour of Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands

• Day 3: Free Time + Optional Add-on tour

  • Chill at Sugba Lagoon

  • Explore the inland attractions of Siargao

• Day 4: Arrival in Cebu + Optional tour

  • See awesome views from Cebu’s highlands

  • Visit heritage attractions in Cebu City and Lapu Lapu City

  • Go sightseeing in Cebu at night

• Day 5: Oslob whale shark-watching, Tumalog Falls, Sumilon Sandbar, and Pescador Island tour

• Day 6: Departure from Cebu

If you have more time, you can add more destinations and expand your Cebu Siargao itinerary. These Siargao to Cebu travel packages are perfect for those planning a 10-day or a 1-week itinerary in the Philippines.

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Best Siargao and Multi-Destinations Tour Itinerary

Best for: Travelers who want to explore other top destinations in the Philippines aside from Siargao

Thanks to Sayak Airport (also known as Siargao Airport), it’s easy to plan a Siargao tour itinerary within different Philippines itineraries. Of course, the more time you have, the better, but a 1-week itinerary will allow you to visit two other destinations apart from Siargao.

A 1-week Siargao to Cebu and Dumaguete tour package comes with tours that will allow you to explore Daku, Guyam, and Naked Islands in Siargao, Gilutungan, Coahagan, and Olango Islands in Mactan, Cebu, and Pulangbato Falls and Hot Spring near Dumaguete.

You can also consider a 1-week Siargao to Cebu and Boracay tour package. This package will bring you to Siargao’s Daku, Guyam, and Naked Islands, Cebu’s Pescador Island, and Boracay’s Puka Beach, Tambisaan Beach, and Crocodile Island. You can also visit Boracay’s White Beach on your own time. You can also book add-on tours and activities to maximize your vacation in the Philippines.

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Another option is the 1-week Cebu and Coron Palawan to Siargao tour package, which comes with several tours. A Coron super ultimate island-hopping tour will bring you to several attractions, including Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, and Barracuda Lake.

You’ll visit Gilutungan, Coahagan, and Olango Islands in Mactan via a Cebu island-hopping tour. You will also go island-hopping in Siargao and explore Daku, Guyam, and Naked Islands. If you want a packed itinerary, you can also book add-on tours to this package.

Photo by Himaya Resort

Those who have more than a week to spare can try this 10-day Bohol to Cebu to Siargao tour package, which already comes with tours. In Bohol, you’ll go on a countryside tour and see some of the province’s top attractions, like the Chocolate Hills and the Tarsier Sanctuary. 

You’ll also go island-hopping and visit Balicasag and Virgin Islands. In Cebu, you will enjoy a highlands vista tour, and in Siargao, you will tour Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands. During your stay in Siargao, you also have the option to book add-on tours and activities.

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For your convenience, all of these Philippine tour packages come with accommodations and round-trip airfare from and to Manila.

Plan your Siargao travel itinerary today!

Siargao is just one of the many reasons why you should visit the Philippines, and with so many Siargao itineraries to choose from, you won’t have a hard time finding one that fits your schedule, budget, and travel preferences. It’s also a great option whether you want to experience solo travel in the Philippines or if you’re looking for honeymoon destinations in the Philippines.

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You will also be spoiled for choice when it comes to accommodations. If you are traveling with a group, you can check out our list of Siargao resorts for families. Those who can indulge can stay and be pampered at luxurious resorts in the Philippines.