Experience Siargao
Make the most of your time on the island. We can arrange surf lessons, island tours, bike and car rentals, airport transfers and more, so everything feels effortless from the moment you arrive.
Simply speak with your host about what you'd like to experience, and we'll be happy to help.
Things to do around Villa Aurora
Malinao is made for slow mornings, active afternoons and beautiful sunsets. Here are a few of our favorite ways to experience the area.
EXPLORE THE MANGROVES
Paddle through the mangroves of Kanaloa by kayak or SUP.
YOGA
Find your flow at Little Shell Yoga, a peaceful studio nearby.
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SUNSET & COCKTAILS
Watch the sun go down at Secret Beach or enjoy a cocktail and good music at Kanaloa Bar.
SKATE & ISLAND LIFE
Head to the famous skate area in Malinao for an easy afternoon of skating, street food, drinks and local island life.
SURF
Catch the waves around Pansukian or Daku, depending on the conditions.
PICKLEBALL
Play a game at Inbox Resort or Smash Court.
OUR BEACH
Or simply slow down and spend the afternoon by the beach in front of Villa Aurora.
Need help planning?
Your host can help arrange surf lessons, tours, rentals and other activities before or during your stay. Just let us know what you'd like to experience.
ISLAND HOPPING
Daku. Naked. Guyam.
Spend a day on the water exploring Siargao's iconic islands.
Swim in clear turquoise water, walk the white sands of Daku, explore Naked Island and discover the tropical beauty of Guyam.
You can also combine your island day with a land tour to Magpupungko Rock Pools and the beaches around Pacifico. And other “secret spots”.
ARRANGE AN ISLAND TOUR →
FREEDIVING
Discover Siargao beneath the surface.
With clear waters and a variety of underwater spots, Siargao is a beautiful place to discover freediving.
Explore locations around Cloud 9, Tuason, Rock Island, Stimpies and Blue Cathedral, depending on conditions and your experience.
For lessons and guided sessions, we recommend Ocean Tribe and Maximum Freediving.
ARRANGE A FREEDIVING SESSION →
SURF-SKATE & SKATEBOARDING
Ride beyond the waves.
Just a short walk from Villa Aurora, you'll find the skate spot near Secret Beach in Malinao — a relaxed place to skate, meet locals and watch the afternoon unfold.
Need a board? Gwapitos, Bravo and other local shops offer rentals.
And don't miss the Malinao sunset skate area. Walking distance
ISLAND HOPPING
Daku. Naked. Guyam.
Spend a day on the water exploring Siargao's iconic islands.
Swim in clear turquoise water, walk the white sands of Daku, explore Naked Island and discover the tropical beauty of Guyam.
You can also combine your island day with a land tour to Magpupungko Rock Pools and the beaches around Pacifico. And other “secret spots”.
ARRANGE AN ISLAND TOUR →
FREEDIVING
Discover Siargao beneath the surface.
With clear waters and a variety of underwater spots, Siargao is a beautiful place to discover freediving.
Explore locations around Cloud 9, Tuason, Rock Island, Stimpies and Blue Cathedral, depending on conditions and your experience.
For lessons and guided sessions, we recommend Ocean Tribe and Maximum Freediving.
ARRANGE A FREEDIVING SESSION →
SURF-SKATE & SKATEBOARDING
Ride beyond the waves.
Just a short walk from Villa Aurora, you'll find the skate spot near Secret Beach in Malinao — a relaxed place to skate, meet locals and watch the afternoon unfold.
Need a board? Gwapitos, Bravo and other local shops offer rentals.
And don't miss the Malinao sunset skate area. Walking distance
SURF
World-class waves, all around the island.
Siargao is famous for its surf, with waves for beginners and experienced surfers alike. From the breaks around Cloud 9 and Tuason to the quieter spots around Malinao, there's always somewhere to paddle out.
At Villa Aurora Malinao: Habagat season : Pansukian, Daku and nearby breaks. 8 min drive to Cloud 9 and rockisland + Stimpies boat dock. 5 min drive to Pesangan.
10 min drive to G1 and paradise - Amihan spots-.
Conditions change throughout the year, so we recommend asking your host or local surf guides where to go on the day.
SURF LESSONS & GUIDES
Whether you're standing on a board for the first time or looking for the best wave of the day, Gwapitos can arrange surf lessons and surf guiding.
BEACHES & SUNSETS
Slow down.
Sometimes the best plan is no plan.
The beach directly in front of Villa Aurora Malinao is perfect for a quiet afternoon, especially around high tide. At low tide, you can walk towards the island in front.
Just a few minutes away, Secret Beach offers white sand framed by mangroves.
For another beautiful sunset, head towards Tuason Point and explore the beaches along the coast.
BEACHES & SUNSETS
Slow down.
Sometimes the best plan is no plan.
The beach directly in front of Villa Aurora Malinao is perfect for a quiet afternoon, especially around high tide. At low tide, you can walk towards the island in front.
Just a few minutes away, Secret Beach offers white sand framed by mangroves.
For another beautiful sunset, head towards Tuason Point and explore the beaches along the coast.
WHERE TO EAT OUR LOCAL FAVORITES
BAR CIAO
Italian pasta, pizza and aperitivo.
GOOD TIMES COFFEE
A relaxed roadside café for coffee and local favorites.
LUNARES CAFÉ
Fresh croissants, focaccia and pastries in a cozy air-conditioned space.
BEBIES BBQ
Great filipino and inexpensive bbq on the main road
BRAVO RESTAURANT
All-day dining with Filipino, Spanish and Asian influences.
BASILIO
hidden fresh seafood cook chinese and filipino way
CEV
Fresh fish, ceviche and kinilaw.
WHITE BEARD
Coffee, breakfast and their popular white cold brew.
HAKATA
Japanese ramen and small plates.
HAWKERS
Affordable Singaporean food.
HAMAL
Mediterranean dishes little out from the main road.
BACKSIDE BURGERS
Some of the best burgers in Siargao
Then a simple:
NEED A RECOMMENDATION?
Tell your host what you're in the mood for and we'll point you in the right direction.
Where to eat nearby
A few local favorites, all within easy reach of Villa Aurora.
LITTLE ROTI SIARGAO
Breakfast, Filipino favorites and Indian cuisine.
SOUL TRIBE SIARGAO
Hearty, wholesome and plant-based options.
KANALOA BAR
Cocktails, good music and laid-back island evenings.
SKATE AREA, MALINAO
Street food, drinks and a lively local atmosphere in the afternoon.
INBOX
International comfort food, from ramen to pizza.