Is Siquijor really the most beautiful island in the Philippines?

Siquijor island… full of nice secrets and lovely spots

Siquijor: The Island of Fire

The southwest of Siquijor, the coast of San Juan, is breathtakingly beautiful…

People on the cute island are welcoming

The warm hospitality of the locals, the unspoilt, peaceful atmosphere and lack of traffic make the island a very special long-haul destination. Some parts of Siquijor are wonderful and covered with green mountains, the coastline is looking like a paradise.

How to get to Siquijor?

For example from Manila to Cebu and from Cebu by ferry …

Getting there is a bit tedious, as it takes a few steps to fly to paradise. From London, Brussels or Frankfurt, for example, you can fly to Hong Kong or Singapore, then continue on to Cebu. An EU or Swiss passport allows you to stay for one month. From Cebu, you can take the ferry to Siquijor. This takes at least 20 hours, but the experiences on Siquijor make up for the effort.

Where to stay, where to go?

Five small towns are living proof of the island’s popularity: Siquijor as the port city and island capital, San Juan as a tourist hotspot, Lazi in the southeast, Maria in the east and Larena in the north as the second port city, and many small villages scattered across the island have a combined population of around 105,000.

A lot of tourists visit San Juan, others prefer the quiet north of Sandugan or Maria. But also Siquijor or Maria and Lazi find a lot of visitors. From the author’s point of view it makes sense to rent a motorbike or scooter and visit all sights of the lovely island of Siquijor. But attention: there is so much to see …

San Juan is the party and tourist center of Siquijor

San Juan … beautiful coastline and mountains, plus lots of restaurants and hotels.

San Juan, on Siquijor’s south-west coast, is the vibrant heart of the island. Here, travellers will find the most beautiful white sandy beaches, such as Paliton Beach, and a lively beach promenade with restaurants and bars. It is the perfect place to experience breathtaking sunsets and enjoy the island’s relaxed way of life.

San Juan at sunset with Apo Island in the background

Many restaurants, bars, a few nightclubs and numerous hotels, resorts and guesthouses guarantee a wonderful holiday for those who want to combine partying and beach life… From here, you can also explore the mountains on foot, by mountain bike or by motorbike/scooter.

Southern part of San Juan …

The Pure Yann Guesthouse : The lovely guesthouse sets the standard

The Pure Yann Guesthouse… located just above San Juan, with a fantastic view of the coast and under German-Filipino management

The Pure Yann Guesthouse in San Juan is a recently opened and highly rated accommodation option that perfectly combines comfort and an authentic atmosphere. Located 300 metres above San Juan, it offers peace and quiet while also serving as a convenient base for exploring the beaches, sights and natural highlights of the surrounding area.

Unique: the upper three guest houses offer a magnificent terrace with an open-air hammock, high above the ground

The guesthouse impresses with its friendly and personal service, clean and well-equipped rooms, and a family atmosphere that creates a welcoming home away from home for guests. In addition, the prices are fair and reasonable. Mostly the nice rooms are fully booked, what shows that the concept is well designed and planned.

Open kitchen for the guests with everything what sophisticated guests can expect…

A well-equipped guest kitchen allows travellers to cook or prepare their own meals, making their stay particularly enjoyable. A gas stove, free drinking water and a large refrigerator are just a few of the amenities offered by the Pure Yann Guesthouse in San Yuan on Siquijor.

Pure Yann Guesthouse

The Pure Yann Gästehaus San Juan

San Juan … is the tourism hotspot of Siquijor

How to move on the lovely island Siquijor?

Best idea: rent a good motorbike and enjoy the unique spirit of Siquijor. Sea Breeze Motorbike Rental in Larena is successful due to its combination of excellent customer service, well-maintained and reliable motorbikes, and convenient location near the harbor. The friendly and knowledgeable staff provide personalized tour plans, helping customers explore Siquijor with ease and confidence.

Thanks to Sea Breeze – fast check in/give the scooters out …: after 15min lucky people can start the perfect maintained scooters

Sea Breeze: Perfect backdrop for exciting adventures on two wheels

From the ferry… quickly onto the scooter or motorbike. Thanks to the excellen, speedy service provided by Sea Breeze Motorbike Rental in Larena

Sea Breeze Motorbike Rental in Larena is the perfect partner for unforgettable experiences on Siquijor. Marie, a pretty girl full of adventure, rented a 125cc Honda scooter there and began her exploration of the island. Thanks to Sea Breeze’s first-class tour plans, she was able to discover Siquijor’s breathtaking beaches, hidden waterfalls and idyllic villages in a stress-free and flexible way.

Even on the dream island of Siquijor, it can rain sometimes… But it never gets cold!

With her reliable Honda scooter, Marie from Dublin, Ireland, enjoyed the freedom to experience the fascinating nature of the ‘Island of Fire’ at her own pace. Marie said in an interview: “The friendly staff at Sea Breeze ensured that everything ran smoothly and gave me valuable tips that greatly enriched my three-week island trip.”

She remembers many little adventures that ‘I have never experienced before’. Marie: “Thanks to Sea Breeze, every ride on the Honda 125cc scooter was a little adventure… Later, my friends joined me and… the six of us met up on six speedy scooters, all in neon yellow, hahaha.”

Ken is the experienced boss of Sea Breeze and he adds in an interview with a serious expression: “Be welcome on Siquijor. But please don’t drink and drive, that also applies in the Philippines and especially on Siquijor,” warns Ken from Sea Breeze Larena….

50 scooters and more often go out and come back in on a single day. The staff are well trained for this. In the event of a breakdown, there is an island service that repairs or replaces…

Sea Breeze Motorbike Rental Siquijor

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