Sugba Lagoon
Sugba Lagoon
4
Tours & experiences
Explore different ways to experience this place.
Full view
Top ways to experience Sugba Lagoon and nearby attractions
The area
Address
Best nearby
We rank these restaurants and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.
Attractions
1 within 6 miles
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
4.0
89 reviews
Excellent
37
Very good
32
Average
14
Poor
3
Terrible
3
These reviews have been automatically translated from their original language.
This service may contain translations provided by Google. Google disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to translations, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and freedom from forgery.
Lsabatier
Paris, France1 contribution
Sep 2024 • Friends
We went to Sugba Lagoon as part of an Island Tour.
It takes 30 minutes by boat and 30 minutes by boat to return.
I strongly advise against visiting this place: heavenly on the photos but overcrowded with tourists once there. Behind the photos that can be found on the internet with a platform to jump in turquoise water hides about twenty tourists queuing for a photo shoot and water closer to green than crystal clear water. You can rent kayaks on site for 300 to 500 pesos.
The swimming area is restricted by buoys close to the shore, which makes swimming unpleasant, as everyone is crammed in the same place.
Although the setting remains beautiful, the place has been transformed into a real tourist factory.
There are more authentic places to discover on Siargao, and I recommend you to spend your way on it.
It takes 30 minutes by boat and 30 minutes by boat to return.
I strongly advise against visiting this place: heavenly on the photos but overcrowded with tourists once there. Behind the photos that can be found on the internet with a platform to jump in turquoise water hides about twenty tourists queuing for a photo shoot and water closer to green than crystal clear water. You can rent kayaks on site for 300 to 500 pesos.
The swimming area is restricted by buoys close to the shore, which makes swimming unpleasant, as everyone is crammed in the same place.
Although the setting remains beautiful, the place has been transformed into a real tourist factory.
There are more authentic places to discover on Siargao, and I recommend you to spend your way on it.
Automatically translated
Written September 4, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
misty t
Singapore, Singapore7 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
it was a painful 4 hr boat ride to and from, with a P4,500 price for the boat ride. To find out it's under renovation when we got there was a bummer.
No food, can't even swim there. so the trip was useless. we left 5 mins after we arrived.
No food, can't even swim there. so the trip was useless. we left 5 mins after we arrived.
Written August 12, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
KingSevens
Pasay108 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
Well.... the trip took almost an hour to get to the ferry that would take you to the lagoon. We took a tricycle from the General Luna to Del Carmen that costs only Php1000. No need to do package tours in you plan to see Sugba Lagoon. Just take a trike and pa the boat fee. Find a group you can join so you can share the boat fee (boat can accommodate up to 6 pax), No entrance fee in the lagoon but if you want to do the activities, pay extra. I recommend the paddle board. Overall, it really isn't anything special. The trip was almost as long as the time that we spent getting there. But heck, if you go to Siargao might as well see this place.
Written January 6, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Mariloulouloulou
24 contributions
Mar 2017 • Friends
Siargao is no Mauritius or Fidji Islands. Not yet. But they already want the same prices.
There are plenty of islands to be visited north of Del Carmen, some with population, some without.
What we found is that some are full of plastic dirt and they still collect an entrance fee. Others are clean and no fee. At the main attraction, the Sugba lagoon, they start grinning as they recognise us tourists and permanently watch you for the next moment to open your wallet.
After return people suggested us to rent a private boat that would do a full day tour for a cheaper price and to show more islands. Maybe we will try this.
There are plenty of islands to be visited north of Del Carmen, some with population, some without.
What we found is that some are full of plastic dirt and they still collect an entrance fee. Others are clean and no fee. At the main attraction, the Sugba lagoon, they start grinning as they recognise us tourists and permanently watch you for the next moment to open your wallet.
After return people suggested us to rent a private boat that would do a full day tour for a cheaper price and to show more islands. Maybe we will try this.
Written March 28, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Shopaholic333
Singapore, Singapore80 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
We took a van (Php3500 two-way) from our resort (Sandy Feet) to the jetty (about an hour). Then we took a boat (Php1600) to Sugba Lagoon (about 35 mins). The entrance fee is Php100/pax and we also paid a flat fee of Php50 for the use of the cottage at the lagoon. There is no food at the lagoon so we bought packed lunch at the jetty.
The mangrove swamps is supposed to be home to some of the world's largest saltwater crocodiles but we didn't spot any (Thank God!). I enjoyed the beautiful views during the boat ride as well as at the lagoon. We brought a paddle board from our resort and had a good time paddling around the lagoon. You can also rent rafts at the lagoon. It is nice to swim at the lagoon but you have to be careful of jellyfish. Apparently the small ones are harmless but the big transparent jellyfish with long tentacles do sting. We would do this tour again.
The mangrove swamps is supposed to be home to some of the world's largest saltwater crocodiles but we didn't spot any (Thank God!). I enjoyed the beautiful views during the boat ride as well as at the lagoon. We brought a paddle board from our resort and had a good time paddling around the lagoon. You can also rent rafts at the lagoon. It is nice to swim at the lagoon but you have to be careful of jellyfish. Apparently the small ones are harmless but the big transparent jellyfish with long tentacles do sting. We would do this tour again.
Written June 24, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Kenjie Gar Bal
Dumaguete City, Philippines228 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Sugba Lagoon is the first part of our 3-destination itinerary that we booked in our hotel. We spent P2,000 per person.
👍The travel that you'll spent by boating is just really worthwhile. Watching and be wowed by the mangroves, that most species of mangroves in the world can be found here.
👍Sugba Lagoon is actually nice. You can do diving, kayaking, paddle boarding, and jumping off their wooden diving board.
👍You can choose and enjoy the kayak if your choice as they have colorful kayaks and even a clear one. Same goes for the paddle board having several colors to choose from.
👎Unfortunately, having lots of people mainly tourists is what makes it less enjoyable and less comforting. Fortunately, during my visit, I haven't seen people disrespecting the place like throwing their trash anywhere.
👍The travel that you'll spent by boating is just really worthwhile. Watching and be wowed by the mangroves, that most species of mangroves in the world can be found here.
👍Sugba Lagoon is actually nice. You can do diving, kayaking, paddle boarding, and jumping off their wooden diving board.
👍You can choose and enjoy the kayak if your choice as they have colorful kayaks and even a clear one. Same goes for the paddle board having several colors to choose from.
👎Unfortunately, having lots of people mainly tourists is what makes it less enjoyable and less comforting. Fortunately, during my visit, I haven't seen people disrespecting the place like throwing their trash anywhere.
Written June 9, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Tim S
Bozeman, MT40 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
Sugba Lagoon is great! We booked a trip for 2000 pesos per person ($40 USD) through Kermit's in General Luna. It was 1 hour van ride to Del Carmen then about 30 minutes by boat to the lagoon. At the lagoon you can hang out in the two-story building that is built in the lagoon, dive off the two-meter diving board, snorkel, stand up paddle board and swim. It is paradise. If you chose a to do a DIY trip you should know that you must arrange your snorkel gear, stand up paddle boards and lunch on your own. It can be done I'm sure, but it was worth having Kermit's do all that for us. Oh, and the only reason I say this was 'almost' perfect and not just plain perfect is because the boat was super loud. It sounded like sitting next to a jet engine for 30 minutes. My ears were ringing after we got off. Definitely bring some ear plugs if you have them.
Written April 3, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Bula2424
Cagayan de Oro19 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
The trip starts at the Port of Del Carmen. The tourist office is behind the Krocodile Restrant on the left side of the harbour. The office is very clean and well organized. They will ask you what you want to do and how many in your group. Do all the activities as the price is very resonable. The will organize a Banka boat and you will be away in a short time for a great 3-5 hours. The last two time we went, we requested to go to a small island after we went to the lagon. It is a fantastic place but bring all your own food and drink as there is no services there. The first time we went the island had lots of litter all over. We told the tourist office, and the next time we went they place was cleaned up somewhat but still needs for cleaning. This is the only place on Siargao that I saw and trash. If they cleaned up this island I would give 5 stars. Still a great trip, but please keep insisting to the tourist office to clean up the island !!!!
Written July 13, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Polds83
Breda, The Netherlands64 contributions
Dec 2014
To get there, drive to the small port of Del Carmen town. You can get some decent lunch to take out at the Krokodeilo restaurant. You'll need to pay a fee to enter the mangrove area and organize a boat (ask around).
The boat trip takes 45 minutes and is half of the fun. It takes you through the massive mangrove area, past fishermen, to the offshore island that consists off bumpy rocky hills. You'll pass through a narrow passage, after which a new world opens op of a large bay with small villages with houses on stilts on small islands with tiny sandy beaches. After some wonderful scenery you'll reach a two storey floating pavillion for your picnic. It is set in a lagoon with green-blue water and surrounded by jungled rocky islands, not a single other soul in sight.
It is a nice place to relax in the hammock, swim a bit, have lunch and return.
Watch out, the pavillion is aging and some of the planks are loose.
On the way back we stopped to see "Japanese cave", an eery cave with dripping eater, lots of bats, and the remains of Japanese soldiers of WW2. We dis not gind out their story unfortunately.
All in all it was a very nice half day trip, especially because we only saw two other (Filipino) tourists!
The boat trip takes 45 minutes and is half of the fun. It takes you through the massive mangrove area, past fishermen, to the offshore island that consists off bumpy rocky hills. You'll pass through a narrow passage, after which a new world opens op of a large bay with small villages with houses on stilts on small islands with tiny sandy beaches. After some wonderful scenery you'll reach a two storey floating pavillion for your picnic. It is set in a lagoon with green-blue water and surrounded by jungled rocky islands, not a single other soul in sight.
It is a nice place to relax in the hammock, swim a bit, have lunch and return.
Watch out, the pavillion is aging and some of the planks are loose.
On the way back we stopped to see "Japanese cave", an eery cave with dripping eater, lots of bats, and the remains of Japanese soldiers of WW2. We dis not gind out their story unfortunately.
All in all it was a very nice half day trip, especially because we only saw two other (Filipino) tourists!
Written December 27, 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
littlebopeeep
Manila, Philippines268 contributions
Aug 2019
as part of our package tour, we came around opening time, 9am-ish. had to ride a boat for about 30mins? the famous plank looks high from the pics you see online but in reality it's really not that high unless you're scared of heights. but the jump is worth it. must try. i didn't try the stand up paddle because you have to complete the 1 hour. so we just rented the diving stuff, which turned out to be unnecessary. fun place for group of friends. :)
Written September 30, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Going to land in Siargao island around 9am.
Was planning to go directly to Del Carmen port.
Since its 15min drive from airport.
And buy ticket from there to Sugba lagoon.
Is it doable?
Or do i need to buy an online ticket?
And how long will it take to arrive to sugba lagoon?
Thank you
Written November 22, 2019
Yes you can. You can buy your tickets on its wharf.
Written December 3, 2019
Is there ever a shortage of Standup Paddle Boards (not kayaks) to rent at Sugba Lagoon?
Or should we rent our own SUPs in town and bring them there?
Written February 3, 2019
there are paddle boards for rent on the sugba lagoon however if there are so many tourist during your visit there is a shortage. i suggest if you want to enjoy just go there during weekdays and not on holidays or summer vacation because there's a lot of tourist.
Written February 11, 2019
hi guys?, is it worth it to spend whole day in this lagoon ? rather than going other places?thanks
Written December 22, 2018
There’s no restaurant to buy snacks, crowd gets unbearable even during non-peak season (I visited in July). While there are restrooms, you need to walk & pass through the bamboo bridge—there is no fresh water. Yes, the lagoon is a real beauty but I would not recommend spending an entire day there. I’d suggest pair this destination along with Magpopongko Rock formation so you get to maximize your day.
Written December 23, 2018
Showing results 1-3 of 3
Is this your Tripadvisor listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim your listing