Mindanao

The big island in the southern Philippines: the surf island of Siargao, volcanic Camiguin, Mount Apo and the Philippine eagle near Davao, plus pristine waterfalls and rivers.

Mindanao is the second-largest island in the Philippines and is usually planned together with nearby outlying islands such as Siargao and Camiguin, spread across several regions. Siargao, off the northeast, is a well-known surfing destination in Asia, whose "Cloud 9" break, palm-lined roads, lagoon island-hopping and slow pace attract many digital nomads. Camiguin in the north is a small island with seven volcanoes, offering white sandbars, a sunken cemetery, hot springs and waterfalls. Davao in the southeast is Mindanao's largest city, known for durian, the Philippine Eagle Center and climbs of Mount Apo (2,954 m), the highest peak in the Philippines; in the north, Cagayan de Oro has whitewater rafting, and the Bukidnon plateau has "Machu Picchu"-style mountain scenery. Typical plans are 5–7 days in Siargao, 2–3 in Camiguin and 2–3 in Davao, usually requiring connecting flights via Cebu or Manila or ferries between them. Please note: western Mindanao and areas such as the Sulu Archipelago carry security risks, and many governments have issued travel warnings for parts of the region, so keep your itinerary to established tourist areas and check the latest advisories.

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