When our hosts in Siargao Island took us to see the famed Cloud 9 resorts, I was somewhat disheartened because the cathedral-like waves I was hoping to see were non-existent. All I saw were very small waves suitable to newbie surfers. Our host explained that it is not yet surfing season so the waves are not here yet. Still I felt sad because if I couldn’t see the waves, then why are we in Siargao for? Turns out, I worried prematurely.
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To the Cloud 9 observation deck
Crowd9
The following day, we woke up really early to explore an island that’s almost shouting distance from GL. The very small island is named Guyam. Folks say that some American wanted to buy it but the owner refused fearing that the island may not be very accessible to the locals once it’s owned by a foreigner.
6 of us in this banca. Seriously?
Guyam Island is an uninhabited island that’s suitable for swimming. Personally I think it’s very limited. Although it has white sands and the water is crystal clear, the thing is, there are a lot of seaweeds that turn off most finicky swimmers, like this blogger. There are clean spots but these are very close to the beach so unless you’re a little child, you’ll find the swimming experience a bit unsatisfying. Still when we were there, the sun was shining really bright and the sky was a delightful blue color, too perfect for sunbathing. So sunbathe I did, though my natural pigmentation begs the question, what for?
No other folks but us in Guyam
Seaweeds! Ick!
An elf enjoying the view.. and the beer.
Sunbathing? Really??
After a few minutes of rolling around in the sand, drinking beer and listening to music, our host suggested that we go to another island. He said that we’ll be heading to Daku Island a nearby island where we can buy freshly caught fish and we could still swim some more. I was open to the idea so we boarded our little boat and put-putted our way to Daku Island.
I iz watching u...
Now Daku Island is a revelation. If there’s ever a beach that can be called sexy, this is it. It has its curves in all the right places. I’m not sure if it looks like the way it looks all year round, but today, the beach looked fierce, as if wearing killer stiletto heels (and nothing else) to seduce anyone within spitting distance.
Lucky locals
Killer curves
Its sand is powdery white, and it has very large areas for swimming. Guyam’s swimming spots can be considered midgets when compared to Daku’s swimming area. The water’s color is a very tempting aquamarine blue and very warm too! And because it’s not yet surfing season, we practically had the beach to ourselves.
Vivid colors
Crystal Clear Waters
Unfortunately, we weren’t very lucky with the fresh fish we were hoping to get. Still, we frolicked under the sun the entire day. We watched the beach turn from low tide, then high tide then we swam some more. As the water flowed in, the winds turned to the other side of the island, leaving us with calm water that’s just absolutely perfect for swimming. It’s like being in Boracay minus the crowd, and cheaper too!
Heaven's a beach!
More, more!
I could live here.
I think folks who think of Siargao Island only as a surf spot is missing a whole lot!
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:16 am
I like this post.. ang ganda talaga ng sariling atin.
September 1st, 2009 at 10:31 pm
Where, may I ask is Siargao? Is it close to the island of Cebu? Do you have a map of it?
September 1st, 2009 at 11:44 pm
Hi Cinnamon, Siargao is in Surigao. That's in Mindanao. Depending on where you're from, there's an airport in Surigao. If you're place doesn't have a direct flight to Surigao, then you can go through the airport in Butuan City.
September 2nd, 2009 at 11:22 am
How Beautiful!
September 2nd, 2009 at 2:19 pm
Wow…. wonderful beach
September 2nd, 2009 at 5:04 pm
whoah! really cool beach photos.
September 2nd, 2009 at 6:57 pm
nice blog.looking at all your pictures…feels like paradise!
September 2nd, 2009 at 11:10 pm
Love that water fall look.. pretty cool!
September 2nd, 2009 at 11:35 pm
It is so peaceful. I wish I could take a vacation.
September 3rd, 2009 at 5:45 am
omg…..what a beautiful beach…i agreed with you man it just like heaven..
September 3rd, 2009 at 5:49 am
Jacqueline, this would be just the spot for you.
September 3rd, 2009 at 5:50 am
Paulo, what are you waiting for? Visit them yourself!
September 3rd, 2009 at 5:50 am
mj, swimming in those beaches is waaaay cooler.
September 3rd, 2009 at 6:47 pm
Wow. The water is aqua marine. Just lovely.
September 4th, 2009 at 4:01 am
He he very cool!
September 16th, 2009 at 3:02 am
Wonderful place!!
September 20th, 2009 at 3:05 am
Hello friend, nice posts you have here.I always dreaming to visit Philipine and of course enjoy the beach.Hehehe. Hope ill get my way soon to get there. Tanks for share.
How about exchange link and follow? Please let me know soon.
September 20th, 2009 at 3:06 am
Here my link
http://traveling-indonesiaku.blogspot.com/
September 22nd, 2009 at 7:25 am
Hey I just saw the video you posted at Jan Geronimo's blog. I love it! I also love the song. It sounded a little familiar. Is it from a local (Mindanao) band?
September 22nd, 2009 at 4:48 pm
Hi Isis, I think they're part of bisrock. Enchin is the band's name.
October 4th, 2009 at 7:38 am
Amazing place. I've always liked the sea/ocean. Pretty far from my country, but it does look amazing indeed.
October 6th, 2009 at 3:37 pm
Perhaps you could visit our islands one of these days.