Siargao Surfing and Lagoon Route
Based in General Luna, this Siargao route covers the Three Islands, Magpupungko Rock Pools, and Sugba Lagoon.
The standard five-day itinerary approved by most travel guides: surfing, the Three Islands hopping tour, the northern rock pools, and the west coast lagoon each take up one day, staying in General Luna the entire time without changing hotels. The pace is relaxed, and you can get around the island by motorcycle or chartered car. Sohoton Cove is skipped as it requires a full day. Fly in and out directly, avoiding the overland route via Surigao. Ideal for young travelers and those wanting to learn to surf.
Many countries advise against travel to parts of Mindanao, except Siargao. Be sure to fly directly in and out of the island.
Day by day
Day 1 · Arrive in General Luna and See Cloud 9
Siargao（General Luna & Tourism Road、Cloud 9）
Take a chartered van from the airport to General Luna (about 1 hour), and take a motorcycle to Cloud 9 in the afternoon (about 15 minutes).
Stay: General Luna
Day 2 · Naked, Daku, and Guyam Islands
Siargao（Naked Island (Three-Island Hopping)、Daku Island、Guyam Island）
Take a bangka boat from General Luna pier. Travel time between the three islands is about 20–30 minutes. Return in the afternoon.
Stay: General Luna
Day 3 · Northern Rock Pools and Coconut Road
Siargao（Magpupungko Rock Pools、Tayangban Cave Pool、Maasin River (Coconut Tree Swing)、Coconut Road Viewpoint）
Ride a motorcycle to the rock pools (about 45 minutes). Return via the inland highway, passing the cave and the Coconut Road.
The rock pools are only visible at low tide; check the tide table beforehand.
Stay: General Luna
Day 4 · Sugba Lagoon Day Tour
Siargao（Del Carmen Mangrove Forest Reserve、Sugba Lagoon）
Ride a motorcycle or take a chartered car to Del Carmen (about 1 hour), then take a boat through the mangroves (about 40 minutes).
Stay: General Luna
Day 5 · Morning Surf and Depart
Take a surfing lesson at a beginner's break in the morning, and take a chartered van to the airport in the afternoon (about 1 hour).
Beginners should avoid taking lessons at the Cloud 9 reef break; choose a beginner-friendly spot instead.