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    Siargao Island in the Philippines has become a top surfing destination known for its perfect waves, especially at Cloud 9. Surfing first began on the island in 1980 when two foreigners discovered its waves. In 1992, famous surfing photographs of Cloud 9 brought greater international attention. Now, Siargao offers world-class surfing at breaks like Cloud 9 as well as beautiful beaches, lagoons, and other natural attractions for visitors.

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    Siargao Island in the Philippines has become a top surfing destination known for its perfect waves, especially at Cloud 9. Surfing first began on the island in 1980 when two foreigners discovered its waves. In 1992, famous surfing photographs of Cloud 9 brought greater international attention. Now, Siargao offers world-class surfing at breaks like Cloud 9 as well as beautiful beaches, lagoons, and other natural attractions for visitors.

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    Siargao Island in the Philippines has become a top surfing destination known for its perfect waves, especially at Cloud 9. Surfing first began on the island in 1980 when two foreigners discovered its waves. In 1992, famous surfing photographs of Cloud 9 brought greater international attention. Now, Siargao offers world-class surfing at breaks like Cloud 9 as well as beautiful beaches, lagoons, and other natural attractions for visitors.

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    SIARGAO ISLAND

    Now known as one of the top surfing destinations in the Philippines, Siargao Island is
    found west of Surigao del Norte (800 km from Manila). It’s a paradise destinations for
    vacationers from all walks of life. Siargao is close to the Pacific Ocean and is the
    Philippines’ tourist alternative for Tahiti and Oahu. The history of Siargao is relatively
    short from a tourism perspective, but the region is steeped in history.
    Surfing is the main attraction in Siargao. It all started way back in 1980 when two
    foreigners, Tony Arruza and Steve Jones, came to the island during their search for the
    “perfect wave.” They apparently found it within the municipality of General Luna,
    and called it “Jacking Horse.” Their perfect wave is actually what most people today
    know as Cloud 9. Until now, Siargao was known for its waves that couldn’t be compared
    elsewhere.
    At that time, Siargao hadn’t become a popular tourist destination yet. For a while it was
    still under the radar, only known to a few surfers who looked for it. Among them was a
    surfer named Max Walker, who was known to have established a lot of surfing camps
    around Southeast Asia before he died. This paved the way to more and more people
    hearing about Siargao.
    Finally, it was in the year 1992 that Siargao hit the maps. A famous surfing
    photographer named John Callahan took pictures which featured famous surfers John
    Slater, Taylor Knox, and Kevin Davidson riding the huge waves in Cloud 9. The story
    was published in a magazine that circulated all over the world.
    This turning point made Cloud 9 so famous that surfers from all over the world rushed
    to the destination. 
    But of course there are more than the waves, there are other attractions to do on the
    island.

     natural pools and beach of Magpupungko in the Pilar


     sand bar and white sand islands off General Luna
     the underwater caves and unspoiled sites around the island
     SUP in Sugba Lagoon;
     bird watching
     beaches, waterfalls, and natural attractions of the place.

    HOW TO GET TO SIARGAO:


    By Air

     To Siargao Island has an airport - Sayak Airport only Skyjet and Cebu Pacific fly


    there direct from Manila.
     There are two additional airlines - Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific , which
    offer flights from Manila to Siargao, however, they will all make a stop in Cebu

    By Boat

    There is also the overnight passenger boat from Cebu to Surigao City with "Cokaliong
    Shipping Lines". The ferry departs from Cebu daily and you can book even a private
    cabin.

    Once in Surigao Island

     After arrival in Surigao City, catch a tricycle to take you to the port where boats
    or RoRo Ferry to Dapa Port of Siargao dock.
     There are daily trips from Surigao to Dapa, the earliest leaving at 5AM and the
    latest at around noon.
     Boats leave from different port then the RoRo Ferry, so make sure to tell the
    driver on where you intend to go
     From Dapa Port, transfer to a tricycle or habal-habal to take you to General
    Luna.
     Van transfer from Sayak Airport, Siargao to Cloud 9 takes about 45-60 minutes.
     Van transfer from Dapa Port on Siargao to Cloud 9 takes about 30-45 minutes.

     ISLAND HOPPING – NAKED ISLAND, GUYAM & DAKU – Epic day of exploring the
    three closest islands to Siargao mainland. Unlimited palm trees, white sand and
    island vibes with a great, seafood lunch.
     SUGBA LAGOON BOAT TOUR WITH KAWHAGAN –A gem of a spot with a 5m and
    10m diving board in the middle of a vivid blue lagoon! An incredible day.
     JEEPNEY LAND TOUR WITH MAGPUPUNGKO ROCK POOL & TAYANGBAN
    CAVES – An epic day seeing the sights of Siargao as you explore caves,
    tidepools, palm-tree rope swings, and palm tree viewpoints.
     PRIVATE LAND TOUR: Vist ten attraction in one day and hit all the Siargao hot
    spots with one trip. Beaches, caves, rock-pools, palm tree swings and
    viewpoints.
     SOHOTON COVE TOUR: The most incredible islands you’ll ever see and a 10/10
    view from the sky for drone lovers.
     Cloud 9: This is the most famous surf break on Siargao and has some nice
    barrels. This wave has singlehandedly made Siargao the surfing capital of the
    Philippines.
     Jacking Horse: The most accessible beginner wave on the island. A great spot for
    learning how to catch a wave but often crowded with surf lessons and it has a
    strong tide. Lots of paddling if you aren’t a gun. Some of the local long boarders
    tear it up here!
     Stimpys: A consistent left-hander, which is a great place for short-boarders to
    have a little fun.
     Pacifico: Although its a long drive (up to an hour) from General Luna, at Pacifico,
    you will find some of the biggest surf on Siargao.
     Rock Island: Take the boat out for a fast-moving right-hander. Best for
    experienced surfers.

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