1. Explore Cantabon Cave

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Craving an adventure? Then, you’ll definitely want to explore Cantabon Cave, a spacious cave in central Siquijor. The cave’s entrance is simply a small hole in the ground, and once you venture inside, hundreds of stalactites and stalagmites and a pool of fresh water will greet you. For about an hour, you can trek inside, following your local guide as they show you around the cave’s natural beauty.

Though the cave is open daily, it will sometimes close during rainy seasons because of water overflow. Also, it is helpful to note that the guide fee is applicable for up to three people, and if you have more people in the group, you’ll need to pay an additional 100 PHP (1.83 USD) per person. This price already includes a life vest and helmet.

Cantabon Cave

Address: 5HP7+GMJ, Siquijor

Opening hours: 8am - 2pm (daily)

Price: 20 PHP (0.37 USD) per person, plus 500 PHP (9.15 USD) for the guide

2. Skydiving with Skydive Siquijor

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Located at the airport itself, Skydive Siquijor’s dropzone is affiliated with the USPA, and the full-time skydivers here are licensed by USPA and UPT. Because of this, you can expect the best skydiving services and equipment here, and you’ll feel safe as you embark on this thrilling endeavor.

Skydive Siquijor offers a variety of packages. The base package is 21,900 PHP (400.75 USD), and its most expensive and advanced package costs 269,000 PHP (4,922.50 USD). Once you’ve chosen a package, you will fly at an altitude of about 9,000 feet (2,743.20 meters) to 13,000 feet (3,962.40 meters) for about 30 minutes, allowing you to enjoy the breathtaking view of the island and the sea before jumping from the aircraft.

Skydive Siquijor

Address: Siquijor Airport, Cang Alwang, Siquijor 6225

Website: Skydive Siquijor

Opening hours: 8am - 5pm (daily)

Price: From 21,900 PHP (400.75 USD)

3. Admire the beauty that is Lugnason Falls

This magnificent hidden waterfall is a wall of limestone rocks with water coming from a steam up above, fed by a natural spring that is deep within the mountains of Siquijor. Lugnason Falls was closed for some time because the spring had totally dried up, hence, there were no falls. Locals believe that a shaman blessed the springs and the water came back to life. Locals and fearless tourists would climb up the limestone walls and jump directly in the cool, clear water that is around 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8 meters) deep, and which gets deeper in the middle.

Lugnason Falls

Address: San Juan, Siquijor

4. Go swimming at Paliton Beach

If you and your family, friends, or partner need a quiet, lazy afternoon at the beach, Paliton Beach is the perfect place to go! It is the most pristine beach on the island of Siquijor that is well known among locals and travelers for its pure white sand, blue beach water with starfish, and palm trees that give you experience a more tropical ambiance. This beautiful hidden beach has an indiscreet path through an undeveloped plot of land. But as you make your way through, you’ll find a majestic beach that seems to reflect the sunlight with big white coral boulders on each side!

Paliton Beach

Address: San Juan, Siquijor

5. Enjoy a meal at Al Capone's Pizzeria

If you want a little comfort food, there is a place in Siquijor that can satisfy your cravings, and that’s Al Capone’s Pizzeria! It’s one of the few restaurants where the pizzas and calzones are made with imported meat and cheese then cooked in a wood-fired pizza oven. Despite its finest ingredients, the pizzas here are very affordable! They also serve wings, sandwiches, salads, and beers! Internet connection isn’t a problem if you want to surf and get cozy for a couple of hours. So don’t miss a chance to experience one of the few restaurants where you can get Western food in Siquijor!

Al Capone's Pizza

Address: Marjunnix Building (corner Logarta and Legaspi Streets)

Opening hours: 10am - 12am (daily)

6. Explore the mystical Salagdoong Beach

Salagdoong Beach is located in the southeastern part of Siquijor. There is a scenic man-made forest along the way to the flawless and unspoiled beach located in the town of Maria. The beach boasts fine white sand like lots of beaches in Siquijor. Salagdoong Beach’s most fascinating feature is its crystal blue waters that you can witness how it changes its shade as you go deeper. One fun activity you can do here is cliff-diving, where you can jump off seven-meter and ten-meter planks straight into the water! There are also water slides built into the rocks, which will take you sailing into the sea and appreciate the spectacular view of the island!

Salagdoong Beach

Website: Salagdoong Beach

7. Experience the American old west at Kanheron Ranch

Kanheron Ranch is a must go for people who appreciate Western cowboy movies for it transports you to the old frontier with buck heads on the wall, a log cabin, cowhide couches, and everything that reminds you of the wild wild West days! There is nothing like this on the island, where you get to experience the fresh air from the mountains and overlook the sea! The most well-known feature of the Kanheron Ranch is the museum that has mind-blowing Western artistry and architecture. And right after looking at the collections, you can order food and ice-cold beer or juice, then settle in any seat scattered all over the place!

Kanheron Ranch

Address: Siquijor Circumferential Road, Siquijor

Website: Kanheron Ranch

Opening hours: 9am - 6pm (daily)

8. Say a prayer at St. Francis of Assisi Church

The faith of the locals of Siquijor truly runs as deep as their culture and history, and their churches, like the Saint Francis De Assisi Church, have also persevered from the past to the present. This is one of the old famous churches on the island of Siquijor. Located just near the port, the convent was actually built to be a hiding place from the pirates before. Its interior design is simple yet elegant, just like the façade itself. Like most of the old churches on the island, the walls were made of corals and limestone. This church is surely the perfect place to visit for religious travelers.

St. Francis of Assisi Church

Address: Sta. Fe. St, Siquijor, 6225 Siquijor

9. Make a quick stop at the old enchanted Balete tree

Located in the barangay of Campalanas in Lazi, this 400-year-old Balete tree is a popular stop on your way to one of the other Siquijor tourist attractions! It is considered to be the oldest and largest Balete tree in the province, and what makes it really mystical is that a natural freshwater spring flows right underneath the tree! The cold and refreshing spring water flow from the tree to the man-made pool where a lot of fish swim around, and if you need a quick foot spa, just dip your feet directly in the water and the fish doctors, as the locals call them, will nibble around your feet for dead skin!

Old Enchanted Balete Tree

Address: Siquijor Circumferential Road, Lazi, 6228 Siquijor

Opening hours: 6am - 6pm (daily)

10. Take a plunge at Cambugahay Falls

The best tourist attraction in Siquijor? That is none other than the majestic Cambugahay Falls. It is a must-visit stunning waterfall divided into three levels, all including an enormous pool! This waterfall is very accessible, no long hike needed. Its main pool has a couple of improvised rope swings that you can use for free, and that will make it even more fun to spend your day there. The water is very clear, which makes it more swimmable. You can also jump from the top of the falls since its base is deep enough. Make sure to visit the most beautiful waterfalls in the province of Siquijor!

Cambugahay Falls

Address: Siquijor Circumferential Road, Lazi, Siquijor

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 7am - 5:30pm; Sun: 24 hours

11. Snorkel at Tubod Marine Sanctuary

Located right in front of Coco Grove Beach Resort, Tubod Marine Sanctuary awaits! The coral garden in this area is well-preserved and the school of vibrant fish is amazing to behold! Due to its well-maintained state, there are three rules that locals and tourists must follow when visiting this protected marine sanctuary in the Island of Fire – Siquijor! Do not collect any shells, no fishing, and do not damage the corals by stepping on them! Underwater, a perfect spot to grab a snorkel and get acquainted with the massive amount of sea life is waiting for you! This spectacular marine sanctuary is really worth visiting.

Tubod Marine Sanctuary

Address: Tubod, San Juan, Siquijor

12. Visit the Siquijor Butterfly Sanctuary

One of the most surprising tourist destinations on the island of Siquijor is none other than the Butterfly Sanctuary. This butterfly park is not only for mere entertainment and adventure, but it will also contribute to the education of the locals, tourists, and especially the youth. This sanctuary serves as an educational conservation center that teaches children about biodiversity and its preservation! It is well maintained and incredibly peaceful, a perfect spot to observe different breeds of butterflies! Visit the spectacular butterfly sanctuary, which boasts beautifully colored butterflies, and contribute towards their great cause.

Siquijor Butterfly Sanctuary

Address: Lazi, Siquijor

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

Experience the best of Siquijor

Siquijor is a wonderful yet somewhat off-the-beaten-path island in the Philippines, yet you will not see a beach as pristine and as alluring as those in Siquijor! Not like any other crowded tourist destination, Siquijor’s natural spots are well-maintained and unspoiled – the more reason for you to visit the island to avoid the crowds. The island can easily bewitch anyone with its white sandy beaches, majestic waterfalls, and laidback vibe! It is perfect for a vacation and a break from the hustle of the city.