Island, Philippines
Getting around Siquijor
How to get around Siquijor
Scooters rule here; tricycles and hired trikes are the alternative. Reach the island by fast ferry from Dumaguete or Bohol.
Ways to get around Siquijor
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Scooter rental | About 400–600 PHP a day | Best way to do the loop road; carry your licence |
| Tricycle | About 50–150 PHP for short rides | Agree the fare first; day hire about 1,500–2,000 PHP |
| Ferry from Dumaguete | About 300–500 PHP | Fast craft about 1 h; slower ferries are cheaper |
Taxis in Siquijor
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Tricycles and habal-habal motorbike taxis are the options; ask your guesthouse to call a driver.
Arriving in Siquijor
Via Dumaguete (DGT) (DGT)
Fly into Sibulan Airport, taxi to Dumaguete port 300–500 PHP, then fast ferry to Siquijor or Larena, about 1 h.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented everywhere for 400–600 PHP a day; roads are quiet but unlit, and checkpoints fine riders without a licence or helmet.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for 90 days after arrival; non-English licences need an official translation or IDP.
- Onward travel in Philippines: Fly between islands (Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, AirAsia); ferries and fast craft link neighbouring islands. Weather cancels boats and flights, so keep buffer days.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Siquijor?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Tricycles and habal-habal motorbike taxis are the options; ask your guesthouse to call a driver.
What's the best way to get around Siquijor?
Scooters rule here; tricycles and hired trikes are the alternative. Reach the island by fast ferry from Dumaguete or Bohol.
How do I get from the airport to Siquijor?
Fly into Sibulan Airport, taxi to Dumaguete port 300–500 PHP, then fast ferry to Siquijor or Larena, about 1 h.
Is Siquijor walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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