Sunday, May 4, 2014

20140503. Siquijor


This is a detailed itinerary of our third day in our Central Visayas adventure. Coming from our magical experience at Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort, we now continue our journey to the enchanting island of Siquijor. When the year started, I promised myself that I would go to Siquijor. After our short visit there, I promise to go back to Siquijor and spend at least 3 days and really get to know this bewitching island. It feels like there's always more to see. :)

The beautiful waters of Siquijor
 
Day 3
0500 Wake up call. Pack up. Check out.
0630 ETD. Jeep Chateau de Tan-awan to Liloan Port.
0650 ETA Liloan Port. Board fast craft. Last time I checked the last trip is at 8pm.

Liloan Port

0700 ETD Liloan Port to Sibulan Port.
0740 ETA Sibulan Port. ETD Jeep to Silliman University, near Dumaguete Port
0755 ETA Silliman University. Explore. It's just a 10-minute walk to Dumaguete Port from here.

I heart Dumaguete sign near Dumaguete Port

0830 ETA Dumaguete Port. Buy tickets to go to Siquijor. We found out that some crafts were not in business for the day because of their religion practices. Try to avoid going to Siquijor on Saturdays because it can really get crowded. We looked for the earliest time that we can book and spent almost an hour lining up. We've only managed to get Ocean Jet that leaves at 1PM.

I initially planned to get to Siquijor around 10AM but we arrived at 2PM. I paid P40 for baggage check in. They claimed that the ferry was full and we had to check in our baggage. If you are seating in the front or in the corner, you don’t have to do this. There’s a lot of room in the walkways of the ferry where you can put your bags. But it's going to be uncomfortable if you are seating in the center with your bag since the leg room is very small.

0930 Early lunch at Jo's Chicken. Explore.
1245 ETA Dumaguete Port
1300 ETD Dumaguete Port to Siquijor Port. We had to pay baggage fee as
1400 The beautiful, calm, turquoise waters of Siquijor has greeted us.

Hello beautiful

Even just at the port, the water was clear and was definitely a beauty. We secured return trip tickets just to be safe that we’ll reach our flight back in time.

We love Siquijor

1430 Hired Tricycle for the tour. Dumaguete Port to Lorna's End of the World. It was already late in the day and there weren't any multi-cabs at the time. If you know how to ride a motorcycle, I think that's the best way to go around. Otherwise, take the multicabs since it's faster and more comfortable.

1500 ETA Lorna's End of the World. We just passed by to drop our bags and change our clothes. By 15 minutes we were off to discover this mystical island.

San Juan Beach

1530 ETA Capilay's Spring Park. We didn't even stopped here for more than 5 minutes. All I really wanted was to enjoy Cambugahay Falls and Salagdoong Beach. But I must admit, a public spring in the middle of a town is a nice attraction.

Capilay's Spring Park

1550 ETA Old Balete Tree. This was a very peaceful and relaxing place. Everyone respected the quietness. By the way, I didn't get it in my photos but if you look close enough, the water in the bottom of the tree has a deep shade of blue. There are also bigger fishes that swims only in that corner.

Old Balete Tree

Old Balete Tree

1615 ETA Nazi Church
1630 ETA Cambugahay Falls. There was already a crowd by the time we got there. I suggest going here early in the morning. You can tell by the pictures of Cambugahay Falls that it is a magnificent falls and I'm sure you would appreciate its beauty more if you're the first people here.

Third level of Cambugahay Falls
Vine Swinging at the lowest level falls

 Don't miss the opportunity to Vine-Swing to the lowest level of the falls.


1730 ETA Salagdoong Beach. It was already getting dark by then so I was worried that we wouldn't be able to go inside or enjoy this beach. With little light from the sun left, we didn't bother renting a cottage or picnic tables. We just picked a spot to leave our things and went directly to the cliff diving spot.

Desiree at the Salagdoong Entrance

The Cliff Diving spot is truly an amazing place to be in. 25 Feet above the sea and I can still see the bottom of water. It's a statement of how clear and beautiful the water of Siquijor is. That was a wonderful surprise. I was still nervous to stand on the ledge, but the water was irresistible. I had no choice but to jump... three times.

20-feet platform viewed from the 25-feet platfrom
25-feet platform



They provide lighting on the right side of the cliff diving spot. There is a charm in wading in the sea at night. There is a public shower where you can freshen up before you head back to your accommodation. They also have a restaurant in case you get hungry. If I had more time, this is one of the locations that I would stay overnight.

Salagdoong Beach

1800 ETD Salagdoong Beach to Lorna's End of the world.
1915 ETA Lorna's End of the world. Lorna's End of the world Beach Rooms have very basic accommodation. But I would recommend it because it's a beach front accommodation at an affordable price combined with Ate Lorna's kindest and the relaxing vibe of San Juan's Beach.

That night, we just went around to buy dinner and drinks. Afterwards, we just lied down at the beach. I treasure every second of all the nights I get to lie down on the sand and look at the sky filled with stars. This is the life. There is nothing I miss more when I'm in the city than the way the sea and the sky look and how the sand and the waves feel.

Where to stay:
Lorna’s End of the world beach rooms
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lornas-End-of-the-World-Beach-Rooms-Siquijor/276344449125464
http://itravelrox.com/2013/08/20/our-stay-at-lornas-end-of-the-world/
This is actually my first choice and my only choice if I ever go there solo. It has very basic accommodation but a friendly owner, it’s beachfront, inexpensive and near
Siquijor port. This way, you can stay at San Juan beach then go to Cambughay Falls en route to Salagdoong Beach and go back to San Juan where you would be near the port in case you need to head back the next day.
Price is around P250/head. P500 if you are going solo.
Ate Lorna's Number: 09273816377

Alternatives:
http://www.marmarine.jp/en/
This has very good reviews online It looks like a lovely place. The next time I go to Siquijor, I will seriously consider this.

Itinerary Summary
Day 3
500 Wake up call. Pack up. Check out.
0630 ETD. Jeep Chateau de Tan-awan to Liloan Port.
0650 ETA Liloan Port. Board fast craft. Last time I checked the last trip is at 8pm.
0700 ETD Liloan Port to Sibulan Port.
0740 ETA Sibulan Port. ETD Jeep to Silliman University, near Dumaguete Port
0755 ETA Silliman University. Explore
0830 Dumaguete Port. Buy tickets to go to Siquijor
0930 Early lunch at Jo's Chicken. Explore.
1245 ETA Dumaguete Port
1300 ETD Dumaguete Port to Siquijor Port
1400 The beautiful, calm, turquoise waters of Siquijor has greeted us.
Secured return trip tickets just to be safe that we’ll reach our flight back in time.
1430 ETD Hired Tricycle for the tour. Dumaguete Port to Lorna's End of the World
1500 ETA Lorna's End of the World
1530 ETA Capilay's Spring Park. Didn't even stopped here for more than 5 minutes. All I really wanted was to enjoy Cambugahay Falls and Salagdoong Beach. But I must admit, a public spring in the middle of a town is a nice attraction
1550 ETA Old Balete Tree
1615 ETA Nazi Church
1630 ETA Cambugahay Falls
1730 ETA Salagdoong Beach
1800 ETD Salagdoong Beach to Lorna's End of the world
1915 ETA Lorna's End of the world

Expenses in peso per head for 5 people:
Day 3
20 Jeepney. Tan-awan, Oslob to Liloan Port
64 Fast craft. Liloan Port to Sibulan Port
8 Jeepney. Sibulan Port to Silliman University, near Dumaguete Port
210 Ocean Fast Ferries. Dumaguete Port to Siquijor. Try to avoid going to Siquijor on Saturdays because it can really get crowded. And one shipping company is on rest because of their religion practices.
40 Baggage check in
15 Dumaguete Port Terminal Fee
155 Lunch at Jo’s Chicken. Dumaguete
160 Delta Fast Ferry. Siquijor to Dumaguete. Buy return tickets when you get there just to be safe that you’ll reach your flight back in time
300 Tricycle. Tour around Siquijor. You can already rent a multi-cab for this price but it was already late at that time. One can’t be picky at times like these.
20 Group Expense. Tricycle Parking at Cambugahay Falls
15 Group Expense. Tricycle Parking at Salagdoong Beach
15 Entrance fee. Salagdoong Beach
125 Dinnner and drinks
200 Accommodation. Lorna’s End to the world. P400 / P500 with Kitchen
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Summary of expenses:
942 Day 1 (Cebu City - Oslob)
2870 Day 2 (Whale Shark Interaction and Sumilon Island)
1347 Day 3 (Siquijor)
210 Day 4 (Dumaguete)
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