Caraga Region

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Cloud 9 as One of the Many Surfing Sites in Siargao

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Those giant waves from the ocean are full of fun and excitement!

cloud nine, general luna, siargao
source: Alan Milan

Siargao became the surfing capital of the Philippines because of Cloud 9 at General Luna. But it is not just Cloud 9, other parts of Siargao has different breaks, and started to gain fame from international surfers. Be prepared when you go for the action.

If you are beginner choose the area that is suit for you, or else go to Tuason Left.

Nevertheless, if you are skilled have some more fun and adventures jump to Barangay Pacifico.

For unisex adventures and good for beginners when small go to Jacking Horse.

Stimpies is a good for a left-hander, perfect tropical surf.

Rock Island is best for the right-hander with so much fun.

Dako waves also started gaining ground for neophytes.

There are other breaks that need to be discovered. Go for it!

Location: General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Surigao City, then RORO or Pumpboat for crossing the sea to the port of Dapa, then from Dapa taking a ride by jeepney or private vehicle to Cloud 9, General Luna.

Distance: It will take for estimated 2 to 3 hours from Butuan City to Surigao City using public utility bus or private vehicle, then from Surigao City seaport crossing the sea by RORO for about 3 to 4 hours or pump boat for 2 to 3 hours in reaching the port of Dapa. While in Dapa, hiring a jeepney or private vehicle for at least half an hour going to Cloud 9, General Luna.

Mesmerizing Turquoise Water in Osmeña, Libjo, Dinagat Islands

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Look at the turquoise clear waters and army of rocky islands floating sweet!

osmena, libjo, dinagat islands
source: Arlen Boquilon

Libjo is a hub of Mother Nature endowed with the beautiful white sand beaches to rock island formations. This islands and rocky islets floating along the ocean in a turquoise water are such a common sights to behold, particularly in Osmeña, Libjo, Dinagat Islands. It is just another 100 hundred islands in Pangasinan, but this one blessed with scenic and panoramic attractions like the reef surrounding the islands, white sands, and turquoise water from the Pacific Ocean.

Location: Osmeña, Libjo, Dinagat Islands, Caraga Region

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Surigao City, then ferry boat for crossing the sea to the port of San Jose of Dinagat Island, then from San Jose, another boat ride to Libjo town where beautiful beaches and islets surrounds.

Distance: It will take for estimated 2 to 3 hours from Butuan City to Surigao City using public utility bus or private vehicle, then from Surigao City seaport crossing the sea by ferry boat for an estimated one to two hours in reaching the port of San Jose. While in San Jose, you can hire a ferry boat to carry you to the beautiful beaches of Libjo.

Scenic Magpupungko, Pilar, Siargao

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Magpupungko of Pilar, Siargao endowed with gifts of Mother Nature where you can witness different God-made pools lying in vast area of locations, scenic mountains and islands, and giant waves smashing the shorelines. Here, the islet mountain in the middle of the sea showing attractions!

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Location: Magpupungko, Pilar, Surigao del Norte

How to get there: From Butuan City by bus or van to Surigao City, then RORO or Pumpboat for crossing the sea to Dapa Port, then from Dapa Port taking a ride by jeepney or private vehicle to Magpupungko, Pilar

Distance: It will take for estimated 2 to 3 hours from Butuan City to Surigao City using public utility bus or private vehicle, then from Surigao City seaport crossing the sea by RORO for about 3 to 4 hours or pump boat for 2 to 3 hours in reaching Dapa Port. While in Dapa Port hiring a jeepney or private vehicle for at least half to one hour in going to Magpupungko.