Surigao City travel info, things to do in Surigao City, places to see in Surigao City

Surigao City Travel Information (and nearby area)

Islands and Beaches in Surigao City:

Nonoc Island - fantastic corals, island tour, mountain bike trail, beach, fresh seafood, 45 mins by boat from the city
Day-asan Floating Village - "Little Venice of Surigao", houses on wooden stilts, 30 mins from the city
Mabua Pebbble Beach - pebble beach a kilometer long, with cottages lining up the beach, a symphony when the waves lash on the stones, 30 mins by land from the city
Looc Beach - hilltop view for a panoramic display of the beach, pebbles, natural rock formation, 300 stair steps to Mabua Pebble Beach
Basul Island - fine white sand beach and rugged rocky shore on the other side, 30 minutes by pumpboat from the city
Manjagao Mangrove Forest - best experienced on a boat meandering through the water channels, with rich coral undergrowth
Sagisi Island - white sandy beach, great for sun and fun!
Sibale Beach - white sand beach, crystal clear water, beach houses, mountain backdrop and lots of coconut trees, a few minutes by boat from Zaragosa
Danawan Island - game fishing area, 45 mins by pumpboat from the city
Punta Baluarte - a historical landmark, used by Spanish friars as observation posts and later by the occupying Japanese forces during WWII, colored kiosk lining up the beach, castle replica perched on a hilltop, 1 hour by pumpboat from the city
Lisondra Rock Formation - a rock islet with interesting rock formation of varied shades and hue, 40 mins by boat
Punta Kalabera Rock Formation - a skull-like rock formation in Brgy. Catadman, Hikdop Island, 45 mins by pumpboat
Banahaw Beach - beach area just 10 mins by tricycle from the city, great for skim boarding, swimming and picnic
Exploring Siargao's Cloud 9 - Cloud 9 is the surfing capital of the Philippines. It hosts an annual international surfing competition attended by surfing dudes from all over the world
Island Hopping Adventures in Tagana-an, Surigao del Norte - 35 minutes by land from Surigao City is the little-known place of Tagana-an - a quaint and charming town tucked nicely into its lush mangrove forest

Caves and Mountains in Surigao City:

Silop Cave - 6 caves comprising the Silop cave system from beginner to advance levels, 15 minutes land trip from the city and 15 min. trek from jump-off
Buenavista Cave - stalactites, stalagmites, interesting rock formation, 45 minutes by pumpboat from the city to Hikdop Island, Brgy Buenavista

Snorkeling in Surigao City:

Birok Islet Coral Reef - massive coral reef system virtually untouched and unheard of
Brgy. Nonoc Reef, Nonoc Island, Surigao City - being close to the barangay, you can do a shore entry...fantastic corals, 45 mins by boat from the city

Scuba Diving in Surigao City:

Rite of Passage on Cantrasa Shoal - strong current, great wall dive, just off Punta Bilar's shore
Cagtinae Reef, Malimono - unheard of, but fantastic dive, about 30 mins drive into Surigao del Norte
Punta Bilar Marine Sanctuary - 2 km stretch of scuba dive area, pristine coral reef and exotic fish
Lisondra Rock Formation - at Sitio Similom, Brgy. Lipata
Sagisi Island - in Brgy. San Jose
Birok Islet Coral Reef - massive coral reef system virtually untouched and unheard of

Waterfalls in Surigao City:

Cantiasay Waterfall - 20-foot waterfall, 15 minute hike from Barangay Cantiasay proper

Parks in Surigao City:

Luneta Park - a popular gathering place in the heart of the city, acacia trees, park benches
Zaragosa Tourist Park - a manicured mini-park on a hilltop overlooking the sea, with ornamental plants, interesting rock formation, good for overnight stay

Other Attractions in Surigao City:

Bitaugan Whirlpool - thundering roar of a swirling mass of water just close to the shores of a village
Cantiasay Wooden Foot Bridge - longest wooden foot bridge in the country at 472 meters long, connecting Cantiasay to San Pedro Island
Surigaonon Heritage Center - mineral rock museum and a research center, with a collection of over 300 rock on exhibit

Activities in Surigao City:

Yoga - studio yoga and community yoga with Jeanne Dumlao
Swimming and Snorkeling - at the numerous beaches as you go island hopping
Scuba Diving - Cagtinae Reef | Cantaras Wall
Caving - just 45 mins from the city, explore Buenavista Cave and Silop Cave
Island Hopping - a scenic boat ride on the water chanels to the mangrove forest of Manjagao, the floating village of Brgy. Day-asan and to the beaches of Sagisi Island
Skim Boarding - at Banahaw Beach, Brgy. Sabang
Mountain Biking - techinical single track and newbie-friendly fire trails for beginners and advanced riders
Trekking - experience mountain trekking at Campomento Mountain, Surigao's highest mountain at 500 meters above sea level, 20 minutes drive from the city

Festivals and Events in Surigao City:

Paskuhan - December 1-24 at the Luneta Park, a celebration of the yuletide season with lantern parade, contests, etc. The event is capped by Misa de Gallo on Dec 16 and 24 where Surigaonon delicacies can be purchased and eaten at the park
Battle of Surigao Strait - October 25 at the Lipata Ferry Terminal, a commemoration of the fierce naval battle that took place during WWII
Bonok Maradjaw - September 9, a thanksgiving festivity marked by dancing and live music with dancers adorned in colorful costumes
Balik Surigao - September 7, a homecoming party to Balikbayan Surigaonons, capped by the main feature, Hari ug Rayna nan Balikbayan
Charter Day Celebration - August 31 at the City Hall ground, celebration of the city's founding, weeklong festivity consisting of street parades, sportsfest, evening affairs, etc.
Sakay-Sakay Abayan Festival - a procession at sea with ornately adorned boats in honor of the Patronage of Good Voyage, Virgen dela Paz y Buenviaje
Tilaw Food Festival - August 29-31 at Luneta Park celebrating Surigao's food culture and unique regional specialties
Sto. Nino de Bad-asay Feast Day - January 14, Brgy. Serna, devotees and pilgrims celebrate by offering a thanksgiving mass followed by a Sirong dance

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