Island, Philippines
Siquijor
Quiet island ringed by a 72 km loop road, with waterfalls, white-sand beaches and traditional healers. Good for slow, low-budget stays; nights are quiet, services are basic and internet is patchy.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$559–878Comfortable, one person · ₱35,000–55,000Details
- Value for money96/100Better value than 95% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJan–MayWarmest: May, 29°CDetails
- Internet114 MbpsFixed broadband, Philippines medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDrink bottled or refill-station water; resorts usually provide it.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$4.8–16.0Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundScooter rentalYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardMostly cashFew ATMs on the island and they can run dry; bring cash from Dumaguete.Details
Where to stay in Siquijor
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| San Juan (Paliton and Solangon) | Beach stays, cafés and most backpacker resorts |
| Siquijor town | Main port and market; fewer visitor services |
| Lazi | Old convent, church and quieter rural stays |
| Larena | Second port and an easy base for ferries |
Apps that work in Siquijor
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps or Waze
- Messaging: Facebook Messenger
- GCash: QR payments and transfers (needs local SIM)
- eTravel: Arrival and departure QR registration
- Taxis: No ride apps. Tricycles and habal-habal motorbike taxis are the options; ask your guesthouse to call a driver.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Philippines.
- Mostly cash Few ATMs on the island and they can run dry; bring cash from Dumaguete. Small resorts and eateries take cash or GCash.
- Currency: Peso (PHP). US$1 ≈ ₱62.61 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Most ATMs charge foreign cards 200–250 PHP; limits often 10,000–20,000 PHP. Island ATMs (El Nido, Siargao) often run dry.
- Tipping: Not obligatory; many restaurants add a 10% service charge. Otherwise round up or leave 5–10%; tip guides and boat crews.
- Paying by phone: GCash and Maya QR dominate but need a local SIM; contactless cards and phone wallets work in malls and chains.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Register on the free eTravel system within 72 hours before arrival (and again before departure) to get a QR code.
- You need an onward or return ticket within your permitted stay; airlines enforce it at check-in.
- Fake eTravel sites charge fees; the official site and app are free.
Emergency numbers
All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type A, B, C · 220 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Smart and Globe airport counters sell tourist SIMs; registration with your passport is mandatory by law. eSIMs available from both. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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