20 Best Things to Do in Camiguin Island Philippines
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Camiguin is located as part of Region X, the Northern Mindanao Region of the country, and formerly a part of Misamis Oriental province. It is situated some 30 km. from Negros and about 56 aerial kilometers from Manila. It is bounded in the north by the island of Cebu, Bohol to the northwest, Leyte island to the east, Siquijor to the west, and mainland Mindanao to the south.
Traveling to Camiguin Island for the first time? This detailed and curated travel guide will make it easy for you to navigate your way inside, save money, and maximize your time.
HOW TO GET TO CAMIGUIN ISLAND
Direct Flights from Manila,Cebu, Davao and Cagayan de Oro are being served. Flights are operated by Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and AirAsia.
✓ ENTRY POINT MANILA (NAIA)
◾By Airplane (Cebu pacific or Philippine Airlines)
Manila to Cebu then to Camiguin. 1 stop at Cebu.
✓ ENTRY POINT CEBU (Mactan Cebu International Airport)
◾By Airplane (Cebu pacific or Philippine Airlines)
Direct flights from Cebu to Camiguin.
✓ ENTRY POINT CAGAYAN DE ORO (Laguindingan Airport)
◾ By Van or Bus
At Cagayan De Oro Airport (Laguindangan Airport) ride a van to Agora Market terminal. Travel time is 30-45 minutes. Fare is about Php 199 or $4.00.
Enter Agora Terminal. Ride a bus or van bound for Balingoan Port. Don’t forget to tell your driver to drop you off at Balingoan Port. Travel time is around 2.5-3 hours. Bus Fare is about Php 150 or $3.00.
Ride a ferry from Balingoan Port to Benoni Port,Camiguin. Travel time to Camiguin is 1.5- 2 hours. Ferry Fare to Camiguin is Php 170 or $3.4. Please take note that an additional Php 5 or $0.1 for terminal fee and Php 4 or $0.08 for Environmental fee are collected.
From Benoni Port, there are vans, jeeps and multi-cabs to Mambajao Town Proper.
◾ By Taxi
At Cagayan De Oro Airport (Laguindangan Airport) hail a taxi to Balingoan Port. If you want to save money, choose the regular metered taxi or don’t choose the YELLOW TAXI.
Ride a ferry from Balingoan Port to Benoni Port,Camiguin. Travel time to Camiguin is 1.5- 2 hours. Ferry Fare to Camiguin is Php 170 or $3.4. Please take note that an additional Php 5 or $0.1 for terminal fee and Php 4 or $0.08 for Environmental fee are collected.
From Benoni Port, there are vans, jeeps and multi-cabs to Mambajao Town Proper.
✓ ENTRY POINT BOHOL
◾ By Ferry/Boat
Ride the a ferry (Super Lite Ferries) from Jagna, Bohol to Balingoan Port, Cagayan De Oro. It will costs you around Php 500-900 or $10-18 with a travel time of 7 hours.
Ride a ferry from Balingoan Port to Benoni Port,Camiguin. Travel time to Camiguin is 1.5- 2 hours. Ferry Fare to Camiguin is Php 170 or $3.4. Please take note that an additional Php 5 or $0.1 for terminal fee and Php 4 or $0.08 for Environmental fee are collected.
From Benoni Port, there are vans, jeeps and multi-cabs to Mambajao Town Proper.
MAP ON HOW TO GET TO CAMIGUIN
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Where to Stay in Camiguin
Me and my friends personally stayed at Camiguin White Island Beach Resort. Our room was named Amakan. The room is made of wood.
It costs around Php 2500.00 or $50 good for 5-8 pax per day.
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You can contact the owner of the Resort thru 0917-794-7896.
For more info about this place check this guide here.
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| Balai sa Baibai | Splurge / Agoho,Mambajao. See discounts |
| Bintana Sa Paraiso | Splurge / Tangub Naasag, Mambajao. Check Rates |
| Nypa Style Resort Camiguin | Mid-Range / Bug-ong, Mambajao. Check Rates |
| Camiguin Volcan Beach Eco Retreat & Dive Resort | Mid-Range / Camiguin Cir. Road. Check Rates |
| Lanzones Cabana | Budget Hostel / Agoho,Mambajao. Check Rates |
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Book sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. Cheaper-priced rooms and hotels with high reviews tend to get fully booked faster, especially during busy days like weekends, holidays & peak tourist seasons.
20 BEST THINGS TO DO ON CAMIGUIN ISLAND
1. WALKWAY TO THE OLD VOLCANO
- Address: Panaad Walkway, Catarman, Camiguin
Hiking while enjoying the view of Camiguin. Plus stations of the cross with statues are in the area.
2. VISIT THE OLD CHURCH RUINS OR GUIOB CHURCH RUINS
Address: National Highway, Catarman, Camiguin
This place is super rich in history. Plus its good for group picture.
3. BIRD’S EYE VIEW OF THE SUNKEN CEMETERY
Address : Panaad Walkway, Catarman, Camiguin
Do you see what I see? It is the Sunken Cemetery! A semi-circular color surrounding the Cemetery can be naturally seen by the naked eyes.
4. ENJOY THE COLD SPRING AT STO. NIÑO COLD SPRING
Address : Sto Niño Cold Spring, Catarman, Camiguin
Enjoy the cold waters from the Mountain.
5. SWIM IN ARDENT HOT SPRING
Address: Ardent Hot Spring, Mambajao, Camiguin
We were lucky when we visited the area because a few people were swimming. Thus, giving us the opportunity to swam in any directions without hassle and took pictures greatly.
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6. DISCOVER THE MAGNIFICENT FALLS IN TUASAN FALLS
Address : Catarman, Camiguin
Rainbow! Colorful Rainbow! Magnanimous Rainbow! O ye!
7. EAT THE CHICHARON PUSIT
Address: Old Church Ruins
You will keep on wanting to eat more!
8. PONDER AND SWIM AT KATIBAWASAN FALLS
Address: Mambajao, Camiguin
9. DRINK THE FAMOUS LANZONES WINE
Address : Gasa or Samuel by Vjandep
10. DISCOVER THE NAKED ISLAND AT CAMIGUIN WHITE ISLAND
Address: Mambajao, Camiguin
Enjoy the naked island!
11. I SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM LANZONES
Address: Pasalubong sa Camiguin
Calling all Lanzones and not Lanzones Fans!
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12. SNORKEL AT SUNKEN CEMETERY
Address: 6J4J+Q9 Catarman, Camiguin
Corals! Not just corals. Giant Clams! School of fishes!
13. EAT PASTEL WITH FILLINGS IN A BUN
Address: Vandjeep Store
Are you thinking about the color Pastel? Well, this Patel is so different than that. It can be eaten. Try one out.
14. LANZONES PICKING AND EATING
Every October, a festival is happening. Look out for the crowd.
15. AMAZING VIEW AT VIEW POINT
Address: Viewpoint
Me and my friends did not expect to see this breathtaking view.
16. SIGHT THE GORGEOUS TRES MARIAS
Have fun finding the it! Just ask the locals!
17. SWIM AT MANTIGUE ISLAND
Address: Mantigue Island, Mahinog
Opposite side of the White Island. White sand also awaits you!
18. DINE AT GUERRERA RESTAURANT
Address: Pearl Street, Rocky Village Yumbing
Experience dining at this beautiful restaurant overlooking a field of grass with different animals.
19. TREK AT MT. HIBOK HIBOK
Address: Mambajao, Camiguin
Trek to Mt. Hibok-Hibok. Due to time constraint, we did not trek this mountain. Maybe I’ll be back next time!
20. EXPERIENCE SPRING AT SODA SPRING
Address: Compol-NIA-Mainit Road, Catarman, Camiguin
This Spring is much smaller than Ardent Hot Spring and Sto.niño Cold Spring.
HERE IS A MAP TO HELP YOU GET AROUND THE CAMIGUIN ISLAND, PHILIPPINES
Anything else I’m missing? Have you been to Camiguin? How many of these have you been to? What’s next on your list?
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