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(86)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
Taxis are available both at the
airport and Dapa Pier. You can also ride a
habal-
habal
or an extended-seat motorbike to get to your
lodgings. There are mini and jeepney buses on the
island itself.
BYDAY
There are several places to go to if you’re
coming from the municipality of Del Carmen. You
can rent a boat and roam the mangrove forest, truly
a delight to birdwatchers. You can also visit the
beaches in Caub during high tide.
BYNIGHT
Siargao nightlife is pretty laid-back,
so don’t expect noisy bars and restaurants with
loud dance music. Nature is the main attraction,
so wherever you are on the island you can just sit
back and stargaze.
SLEEP
Inexpensive accommodations are available
along General Luna and Cloud 9. Pansukian
Tropical Resort is a bit pricey, but totally worth it.
dedon.island@dedon.ph
PHILIPPINES
SURIGAO
PHILIPPINES
SIARGAO
LOCALSPEAK
Happy with your
meal? Say
"Kalami”
which means
"Delicious!"
BESTSOUVENIRS
Take surfing
lessons! The experience is the best
souvenir you can take with you.
BESTBREAKFAST
Whether
you're a family guest or staying at a
hotel, try having
danggit
(salted dried
fish) for breakfast.
Vivian Galan
client executive
Hanz G.
Cubillan
customer
engagement
manager
EDGAR ALAN ZETA YAP
AREA CODE
(86)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
Upon arrival, you can hire
a jeepney or tricycle to get around the city.
Although there are no taxis, most hotels offer a
complimentary van pickup from the airport as
well as for departure.
BY DAY
Hire a van/multi-cab for a quick city tour,
then grab a cup of coffee at Almont Beach Resort
overlooking Lipata Beach. Or enjoy Mabua’s
pebble beach and go swimming. End the day
watching the sunset by the beach.
BY NIGHT
Listen to live acoustic music while
enjoying some drinks at Kody’s along the
Boulevard, or go dancing at Club Alcatraz along
Borromeo Street. If you feel like singing your heart
out, head to Dales along Rizal Street.
SLEEP
For some peace and quiet, stay at Almont
Beach Resort in Lipata Hills, the premier leisure
and business destination in the city.
Tel: +63 (86)
826 7544–46, beach.resort@almont.com.ph
LOCALSPEAK
"Tagpila man?"
(How much?) and
"Pahangyoa sad."
(Discount, please.)
INSIDERTIP
Although there aren't
any cabs available, there are plenty of
tricycles and multi-cabs to go around.
BESTDINNER
Chicken barbecue
at Sabeth or Lotty’s BBQ along Bilang-
bilang, as well as
kilawin
(ceviche) at
Hotel Tavern.
DIDYOU
KNOW?
The Del Carmen Mangrove Swamps
are home to salt-water crocodiles!