Caraga

A region in northeastern Mindanao, home to the surfing destination of Siargao and the blue-watered Enchanted River.

Caraga lies in northeastern Mindanao and includes Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur and the Dinagat Islands. Siargao Island in Surigao del Norte is known for the "Cloud 9" surf break and island-hopping tours, and is one of the most popular surfing destinations in the Philippines. In Surigao del Sur, the Enchanted River in Hinatuan has brilliant blue water, and Bucas Grande Island has the Sohoton Bay lagoons. The Agusan Marsh is an important wetland. Siargao and Bucas airports are the gateways, and the surf season is roughly August–November.

Destinations

• Siargao

Itineraries

• Siargao Surfing and Lagoon Route – Based in General Luna, this Siargao route covers the Three Islands, Magpupungko Rock Pools, and Sugba Lagoon.