r/SiargaoPH

I’ve been to Siargao twice, and I know it’s not a secret that most of the "local" instructors aren't actually Siargao local, a lot of them came from different parts of the Philippines. (Honestly, not just the instructors, even other workers there.)

My companions and I didn’t really mind, though. We didn’t interact with them much anyway, except when we went surfing.

Recently, a friend of mine went there with his coworkers. On his flight going there, he was seated away from his group and ended up beside another guy. According to my friend, the guy was acting a bit strange, parang hindi daw siya mapakali. As per his description: "Not to be judgmental, pero sorry ha, mukha talaga siyang adik"

Medyo extroverted itong friend ko, so he tried making small talk. Surprisingly, the guy was pretty open. He told my friend that he was moving to Siargao to become a surf instructor, so naturally, my friend asked more about his background.

Turns out, FIRST time pa lang niya pupunta ng Siargao. He’s from Dipolog and has ZERO experience in surfing. My friend asked him kung paano yun, considering first-timer siya and wala pa siyang experience. The guy casually said na may contact lang daw siya doon,who promised that after about a week of training, he’d be ready to instruct paying tourists.

My friend was shocked. Throughout the conversation, off daw talaga yung vibe nung guy, the way he spoke, his gestures, as per my friend, “mukha talaga siyang adik”

My friend admitted na baka OA lang din siya, but it really got me thinking, What if his instincts were spot on?

So I did a bit of research, and I read somewhere na marami nga daw sa mga incoming "instructors" and guides are unvetted. Supposedly, a number of them have a history of substance abuse, and some even have legitimate criminal records, ranging from minor infractions to major offenses. Yet somehow, they’re now instructing, guiding, and hooking up with tourists there.

If this is true, it’s really worrisome. One of these days, baka may maging Michaela Mickova na naman (yung Slovakian tourist na na 🍇 at 💀 sa Boracay).

Guys trips in janauary 2027

Do you think its time to make local ordinances by the province to regulate Surfing Instructors to require them licenses before can train tourists?

I noticed a lot of online “creators” post content on mostly foreign women and even local tourists women on the streets there, like it excessive. And most of it are objectifying women, like it’s mostly implied and may not be as verbal but shouldn’t it be considered against the “Bawal bastos” law? Are people calling anyone out?

This also happens to foreign men obviously, lots of online content taking photos and videos without their consent.

I’m a local tourist and not conventionally pretty but I’m still kinda cautious I’d end up in someones “vlog” or become a content lol when I go to some spots because of what I’ve been seeing online

Saan maganda mag party tonight?

Don’t drink much and definitely don’t like going to club/bar parties but want to socialize and do something from time to time as I move there next month… Wonder what people who moved/live there do? Haha I know there’s like trivia nights sometimes but apart from that and going on dinners? What do you do? Are there like board game nights, even movie nights? Haha Or you just have to have a fun friend group?

also if you have any general social activities official or unofficial you like doing? I stayed in a hostel before so it was easy to meet people and find something to do together but kinda worried (as an introvert) to have difficulty being social (I know it’s Siargao so there’s always something) but just a bit anxious about this

Hey.. planning a Christmas trip to the Ph (main activity is freediving)

How was the weather in Siargao last December?

Hows the weather in Siargao po? We have an upcoming trip this 8/20-8/25. Thank you!

Hi all,

I am currently developing an app for General Luna, Siargao's Tuktuk / Tricycle transport system. If you are not familiar, Siargao is a place in the Philippines that is a tourist hotspot for surfing, island hopping and other activities.

This is a ride-sharing app and has been approved by their local government to provide ride-hailing and regulate the fare at the same time. It would really be great if you guys could help me through the 14-day 12-tester run so I can submit it to production. It is still under heavy development so expect some bugs here and there, but I would love to hear from the users.

Here is the google group for the Rider and Driver apps:

https://groups.google.com/g/isle-ride-app-testers

Please join the group, and if you already did, you can access the invite links here:

Rider - https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.tarapara.app

Driver - https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.isleride.driver.app 

If you join the testing, please let me know your app details so I can also join back in yours.

Thanks a lot!

Hi! Will be planning to stay in IAO for a month. I work online (Night shift). Any thoughts on the internet speed, frequent black outs, etc? Is it feasible to work there without much interruption? Thanks

I just arrived in IAO 🌴 and i’d like to hear recos on the best matchas 💚 in the island. Also cafes with yes best breads/ pastries. Thank you po 🫶

What can be done to eliminate theft and robbery at Tuason Point, Siargao (or whole siargao). There are frequent thefts of motorcycles and belongings while people are surfing or swimming at the beach, and I know several people who have experienced this. Would it be possible to set up a permanent police outpost there?

We are a couple 35 both visiting on the said date hoping to meet and hangout during tours or even drinks at night. Don’t have much plan yet so open to suggestions. Thanks

Staying around GL also.

Does anyone know if there are many HIV/ STD cases in Siargao?

Hi! 26 y/o male (mlm) first time solo traveler here. Baka may ka-same date ako na first time solo traveler rin hehe hmu!!

anyone going to dapa tom? can we pls ask for a small favor na ipadala yung id namin sa lbc dapa? we left our id kasi sa iao bc nagrent kami ng motor, unfortunately, no one was there to assist us sa pagreturn nd we really needed to catch our trip home na so we just returned motor without getting our id back ☹️. hindi siya napapadala nung napagiwanan namin kasi lagi daw busy :/. dm me pls ! willing to give a* smal*l token of appreciation 🥹🙏

Went here to Siargao w a man and thats my biggest regret. Dont worry im ok hahaha.

Going solo today, just gonna find a new place to stay at then I can go gala na. Wanna make this trip a good one ! (: not really into drinking heavy but i can take a sip, haha mas gusto ko lang talaga kape

Hi pips! Do you think ₱20,000 budget in Siargao is enough for 9 days?