Siargao Mangrove Paddle & Sugba Lagoon
About this tour
This full-day nature trip pairs a peaceful glide through one of the largest mangrove forests in the Philippines with a swim in the surf island's most photogenic lagoon. Setting off from Del Carmen, you boat through roughly 4,000 hectares of protected mangrove sanctuary before reaching the emerald-green waters of Sugba Lagoon, sheltered between limestone outcrops.
At the lagoon you can leap from the famous two-storey wooden diving board, rent a stand-up paddleboard or kayak to explore the calm jade water, or simply float and soak in the scenery. The protected, mirror-flat lagoon is ideal for beginners and a paradise for photographers, with the wooden jump-off platform a Siargao Instagram icon.
The mangroves of Del Carmen are a vital ecosystem and home to saltwater crocodiles and abundant birdlife, and the slow paddle through their channels is a serene contrast to Siargao's famous waves. With calm water year-round in the lagoon and lush green surroundings, it is the island's best low-key escape from the surf scene.
Highlights
- ✓Cruise through 4,000 hectares of protected Del Carmen mangrove forest
- ✓Swim in the emerald, sheltered waters of Sugba Lagoon
- ✓Leap from the famous two-storey wooden diving board
- ✓Rent a paddleboard or kayak to explore the calm lagoon
- ✓Spot rich birdlife and pristine mangrove scenery along the way
What's included
- ✓Boat transfer from Del Carmen through the mangroves to Sugba Lagoon
- ✓Lagoon entrance and environmental fees
- ✓Life vests and crew
- ✓Use of the cottage or hut at the lagoon
About the area
Del Carmen lies on the western side of Siargao and is home to one of the largest contiguous mangrove forests in the Philippines, a protected sanctuary teeming with wildlife. Beyond the mangroves sits Sugba Lagoon, a sheltered emerald pool framed by limestone, offering a tranquil counterpoint to the surf breaks that made Siargao famous.
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