Surfing is Siargao

Go surfing in some of the best surf spots in Siargao. The island is known for its world-class waves, and surfing lessons are available for beginners. There are countless surf spots around the island. There are waves all year round. June to September is when the swell is smallest, sunny, and good for beginners (but summer swell will show up). September to December is the biggest, with normally offshore conditions at Cloud 9 spots. December to March sees very big swells with erratic winds, good for G1, Rock Island, Stimpies… March to June is a mixed season with some big days and some smaller wind changes. It's best to talk to locals and explore secret spots.

In front of Villa Aurora Malinao – Pansukian, Daku... In front of Villa Aurora Tuason, from Cloud 9 to Tuason Point.

Surf Lesson

At Gwapitos we can organize your surf lessons, surf guides, or recommend the best surf spot of the day. Visit our shop at General Luna or contact us to book your lessons ahead.

Surf Lessons usually cost 1500 per person (2 hrs) including your own surf instructor and surfboard.

Island Hopping & Land Tour

Visit Daku Island, Naked Island, & Guyam Island. Spend the day island hopping to some of the nearby islets. Explore Daku Island's vast white sandy beaches and clear blue waters, sunbathe at Naked Island's vast stretch of beach, and go photo hunting at Guyam Island's beautiful rock formations. Visit Magpupungko Rock Pools & Pacifico Beach. Take a scenic drive to Magpupungko's tidal pools, where you can swim and cliff-jump. Once you're done, head northeast to explore the beaches around Pacifico.

Freediving

Siargao has some of the clearest water you can experience. Cloud 9 to Tuason has amazing freediving spots. You can also take a boat from Catagnan (where Pares is located) to go to Rock Island, Stimpies, or Blue Cathedral. Alternatively, you can freedive from General Luna, taking a boat from the boulevard to the island in front. There are 2 freediving schools: Palaka and Maximum Freediving.

Contact Chie from @oceantribe_ph to book your lesson or let us know ahead so we can organize your trip

Surf-Skate/Skateboarding

Just a short walk from Villa Aurora, you’ll find a safe skate spot near Secret Beach, Malinao — a great place to meet fellow skaters or pick up tips from locals. We can also arrange a lesson for you.

Rent or borrow a skate from Gwapitos shop, Bravo shop, and several others around. Malinao is one of the crowd-favorite spots for skateboarding. The Cloud 9 bridge is great for sunset views as well.

Sunset and Secluded Beaches in General Luna

In front of Villa Aurora Malinao, we have a white sand beach that's great at high tide. During low tide, you can walk to the island in front. 300 meters away, there's a secret beach, one of the most iconic beaches in Siargao, where the white sand beach meets the mangroves. The beach in Tuason, right next to one of our properties, has amazing white sand and perfect left waves in front.

Fishing

For big game fishing, contact Hook Pro Siargao, Clifford Gonzales: 09953239197.

Restaurants

• BAR CIAO SIARGAO: Bar Ciao brings the soul of Italy to the island, offering handcrafted pasta, pizza, aperitivos, mains, and more—real Italian flavors against the backdrop of island paradise. Located where the Gwapitos shop is.

• GOOD TIMES COFFEE: Good Times Coffee is a laid-back roadside café right in front of the Gwapitos shop. Serving up your local favorites, it’s the perfect spot to grab a cup, chill, and enjoy island vibes.

• LUNARES CAFÉ: A nice and cozy café with AC. They serve fresh croissants and focaccia. Check out their patisserie too.

• HARANA SURF RESORT: The Saturday night party place, nicely located at the beach in Tuason Point. The restaurant offers decent Filipino food.

• BRAVO RESTAURANT: The resort offers an all-day dining experience with a mix of Filipino, Spanish, and Asian cuisines. It's in a great location for all-day dining, directly at GL beach.

• LA CARINDERIA: Filipino Italian food. A nice spot to have fresh pasta on the main road.

• CEV: A great restaurant offering fresh fish ceviche and kinilaw. One of the best restaurants on the island.

• WHITE BEARD: A go-to restaurant located close to the General Luna pier. Amazing coffee, check out their white cold brew, and they have affordable breakfasts.

• HAKATA: The most authentic ramen place in Siargao. Japanese chef, Seiji. There are some pica-pica (appetizers).

• HAWKERS: Amazing Singaporean food at a very affordable price. It gets busy, so go early.

• CUMIN: A good Mediterranean restaurant on the main road.

• MANU: A go-to speakeasy cocktail bar with an air-conditioned area and al fresco area. Try their bar chow; all great quality. A must-visit bar.

• BED and Brew: The Thursday night party place. Soon to open a new concept restaurant.