Surigao is located in the region of Caraga, off the island of Mindanao. This small city is known as the gateway to Mindanao, which enjoys a steady stream of visitors due to being one of the biggest islands and tourist destinations in the Philippines. Travel between the islands and Surigao is made easy by
Eva Macapagal Passenger Terminal, which serves regularly scheduled ferry boats into and out of the city.
Most of the time, Surigao is used as a stopover between island hopping vacations or those on their way to Mindanao. And, while Surigao may not have all of the typical tourist attractions, the city has a great deal to offer to the smart traveler. Spend a few hours or days relaxing at one of Surigao’s beaches, which are less structured and often less crowded than those of the bigger islands. For example,
Birok Beach is a great destination for snorkeling or other water activities, and even better for catching some rays while relaxing on the sand.
As travel between the islands is relatively easy, hop over to
Load Island and enjoy great snorkeling and diving off the bay of Bilang-bilang. There is a wide selection of hotels in Surigao, ranging from lavish vacation resorts to simple guesthouses, so planning the perfect getaway that fits with one’s plans should be easy enough.
There’s a lot more to see and do in CITY, and the best way to discover what else this city has to offer in terms of attractions, landmarks, and hotels is by exploring the interactive map on this page.
