The Guide
Siargao, from someone who lives here
Practical notes on getting to the island, when to come, what things cost, and where to go once you are here.
Getting from Sayak Airport to Salvacion: What the Transfer Really Involves
The airport sits on the opposite side of the island from Salvacion, but one good road connects them. Here is how the vans work, what to agree before the bags go in, and what changes if you arrive as a group of eight with surfboards.
How Many Days Do You Actually Need on Siargao?
Most people book Siargao for too few days or too many, and both are fixable if you know what actually fills a day here. Here is what three, five, seven and fourteen nights each get you, and the point at which the island starts to repeat itself.
If You Don't Surf, Is Siargao Still Worth the Trip?
Siargao is known for its waves, but most of what fills a week here happens on a boat, on a motorbike or at low tide. Here is what a non-surfer actually does with the days, and which months suit that best.