Wanderers : Philippines 🇵🇭 Siquijor

Siquijor is a small island province in the Visayas. The island was first sighted by the Spaniards in 1565 during Miguel López de Legazpi's expedition. The Spaniards called the island Isla del Fuego ("Island of Fire"), because the island gave off an eerie glow, from the great swarms of fireflies that lived in the numerous molave trees on the island.

What did we do?

Cambugahay Falls a 3-tiered waterfall and swimming hole with swing ropes. You can easily spend a few hours here. We had to pay 50 Php which is about 82 cents. There are additonal charges for the rope swings and bamboo rafts.

It's only 135 steps down

What am I wearing???

Water was cold

It's also 135 steps back up

Laga-An Falls smaller than Cambugahay Falls. In addition to the entrance fee we also had to pay for parking and we had to have a mandatory guide. The guide was free but, of course, a tip was expected. We had no problem with that.

Down we go

Our guide helped me into
the water

The water was cold

Someone didn't wear their
swimsuit

This young lady was
determined to do a flip

Was she able to do the flip? Watch and see!

You could also slide down the waterfall.

Laundry

I think my bras are hanging right
up front

Laundry ready for pickup

Scootering Around Town

We captured short videos from around town, the kind that show the real Siquijor: kids playing, dogs wandering, roadside stands, and the slow hum of island living.

Sunsets

Random pics and quick videos

Philippine money 💰

They sell everything in
packets including cheez
whiz

Cemetery

Beach

Where did we eat?

Aroi Makmak Thai Station Cafe and Restaurant

Chicken Pad Thai

One Muai Thai (white & dark
rum, Cointreau, almond
liquer & lime juice) and he
was hammered

Fig Café

Juices were so fresh

Fig Supreme Omelet

American Breakfast

Luca Loko Restaurant right across the street from where we were staying.

Chicken Rice

Chicken Thai Curry

Iced Coffee

Avocado Toast

Summer Bowl
Fresh fruit, yogurt, granola &
coconut 🥥

Spanish Omelet
Thick spanish style omelet
made of potatoes 🥔 & onions

Marco Polo Italian Restaurant

Where did we stay?

Casa Juan Del Barrio sits right on the beach, facing a marine sanctuary. We booked the Studio with a kitchenette — cozy, simple, and beachfront. But… the road noise was loud.We asked if any Beach Cottages were available and luck was on our side — one opened up for the rest of our stay. Our new view: Palm trees, quiet waves, and the kind of peace you can feel in your bones. Plus: a pool for cooling off after long scooter rides.