Cebu To Siquijor Ferry: Best Way To Get Around
- Kate Colliety
- Feb 21
- 5 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Wondering how to get from Cebu to Siquijor? If you’re dreaming of white sand beaches and breath-taking sunsets, you’re in the right place! We've got you covered! This guide compares the cheapest and most efficient routes to Siquijor from Cebu, comparing the direct ferry with flight options and the choice of multiple ferries.
Siquijor is a beautiful paradise with rich history, jungle waterfalls, stunning beaches and home to some of the best sunsets we’ve ever seen. One of the Philippines most underrated destinations, Siquijor is still quite underdeveloped compared to Cebu or Bohol which adds to the charm and island feel. Dive hostels and resorts line the front of San Juan beach and extend to Paliton Beach offering the perfect base to experience Siquijor’s incredible snorkelling. Read on to find out everything you need to know before embarking on your journey from Cebu to Siquijor Island.
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Where Is Cebu In The Philippines
The Philippines is home to over 7,000 islands making it tricky to navigate as a tourist, the island of Cebu is the hub of the central region of the Visayas. Cebu City is seen as the alternative main city of the Philippines alongside Manila and is often the gateway for travellers seeking paradise. From Cebu, you can pretty much get connecting transport to anywhere in the Philippines.
Where Is Siquijor In The Philippines
Siquijor is a small paradise island famous for its black magic and witchcraft by the locals. The island attracts locals & tourists from the neighbouring islands of Bohol, Cebu and Negros who are looking to relax on Siquijor’s best beaches and snorkel in the crystal clear surrounding waters. Some of the island’s highlights include Cambugahay Falls, Paliton Beach and Mount Bandilaan National Park.
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How To Get From Cebu To Siquijor Options
Direct Ferry: Simplest Route From Cebu To Siquijor
By far the simplest and most direct option is the ferry from Cebu City to Siquijor. The most reliable operator is the Oceanjet ferry which takes 4-5 hours, which currently runs once a day.
Alternatively, if you’re on a budget Lite Shipping also runs once a day however it takes 10 hours and arrives to Siquijor Port at 23:00 which isn’t ideal.
The direct ferry is a great option if you’re near Cebu City and need to get to Siquijor, however if you get seasick or you’re already located further south in Cebu it will probably make more sense to head south via bus. Read on to find out the other options to get from Cebu to Siquijor.
Fly via Dumaguete: Fastest Route From Cebu To Siquijor
The quickest way to get from Cebu City to Siquijor is to take a flight to Dumaguete and then get a connecting ferry from Dumaguete to Siquijor. Depending on the flight costs, this option can be expensive, especially if you’re booking seats last minute, however it involves the least amount of time on ferries meaning it can be a good option if you get seasick.
South Cebu via Dumaguete: Cheapest Route From Cebu To Siquijor
The most budget-friendly option, favoured by backpackers, is to travel overland to southern Cebu by bus or private taxi before taking two smaller ferries to Siquijor. This is the same route we took from Moalboal to Siquijor and the same applies from anywhere on Cebu. If you’re traveling in a group or family then it makes sense to get a private taxi to the Port of Liloan. The steps are as follows:
Bus or Private taxi to Liloan Port
Ferry to Sibulan Port (30 mins, ₱130)
Tricycle to Dumaguete Port (20 mins, ₱75)
As mentioned above, the optimal route to get from Moalboal to Siquijor is via the south of Cebu and getting ferries via Dumaguete. The same also applies to Oslob, you’re already near Liloan Port and therefore there is no point in going north to Cebu City to catch the direct ferry to Siquijor.
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The Route We Recommend & Our Experience
We travelled the Philippines for two months on a budget, and tried to keep costs as low as possible on travel days. This meant getting the bus to the south of Cebu and then multiple ferries via Dumaguete.
Overall, the following routes are most efficient:
Fastest: Fly to Dumaguete & then a direct ferry to Siquijor
Direct: Cebu City to Siquijor direct ferry
Cheapest: Bus/Taxi to Liloan, ferry to Dumaguete & then ferry to Siquijor
Arrival in Siquijor
Once you have arrived in Siquijor Port, you’ll then need to make your way to your hotel or accommodation. We recommend staying in San Juan and have written a Siquijor Best Area To Stay Guide which you might find helpful. From the port, a tricycle to your accommodation will be the best option, alternatively there is also scooter rental available if your bags aren’t too big.
Siquijor has lots of accommodation whether you’re looking for a dive school, a luxury resort or a budget hostel you’ll be able to find somewhere. We recommend staying in the main hub of San Juan as this is where most of the restaurants are located as well as easy access to most of Siquijor's best things to do.
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Below is a list of top accommodations we recommend for San Juan, Siquijor:
Best Siquijor Tours
Top Tips For Travelling To Siquijor Island
If you’re visiting Siquijor here are our top travel tips:
Plan your transport - getting to Siquijor can seem confusing so make sure to plan your route and leave early on your travel day.
Arrive early to Cambugahay Falls to miss the crowds and experience the natural beauty of the area, we arrived at 8am.
Eat Local, we had some of our favourite food in the Philippines here, mainly from Roadside Diner!
Rent a scooter to explore the natural attractions. The island is small so it's the perfect place to learn to ride a scooter, just make sure you wear a helmet.
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