Siquijor, known to being the place of witchcraft and sorcery which for me makes it enticing and unique. I never expected I'll have such an amazing experience in this small province.
How we got here:
Upon arriving in Dumaguete, we head straight to the seaport near the boulevard where we bought tickets to Siquijor. Fare: Php 250. Travel Time: 45 minutes
PLACES TO VISIT
ST. FRANCIS DE ASSISI CHURCH
This is the sight that welcomed us upon arriving in Siquijor port.
ST. FRANCIS DE ASSISI CHURCH
This is the sight that welcomed us upon arriving in Siquijor port.
Best to visit during sunset.
Entrance Fee: Free
CAPILAY SPRING PARK
Located in the town plaza where locals usually gathered for swimming and get together. A lot of food stalls are located here as well specially at night.
ENCHANTED BALETE TREE
This massive tree is believed to be around 400-600 years old. Beneath you can submerge your feet in a small pool for fish spa and relax while admiring this enchanting tree.
Entrance Fee: Php 10
HAPITAN CAFE AND RESTAURANT
This is where you can try the illusion of flying in a broomstick.
It's nice to take a refreshing dip to this cold water falls.
You can also try their swings for Php 50 (unlimited) and rafts for Php 20.
This site is popular for cliff diving. The sand in the beach is not as fine as other beaches in the island but surely you'll still enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the area.
Entrance Fee: Php 75
LUGNASON FALLS
This falls is another spot for those adrenaline junkies out there where you can swing and jump towards the water.
TULAPOS MARINE SANCTUARY
Swam with barracudas, sea turtles and other marine life, we even experienced swimming with a black tip shark and visited giant clams.
GUIWANON SPRING PARK
There are lots of mangroves here. There is also a restaurant where you can eat and have a picnic with the majestic view of the sea.
Itinerary:
This is our itinerary when we went here. You can take it as a guide and modify it depending on your length of stay.