On our first day in Siargao, we decided to explore the island’s eastern shore. We wanted to check out a few beaches, and Pasikon Beach was one of them.
In this guide, I’ll share everything you need to know about visiting Pasikon Beach in Siargao, including how to get there and what to expect once you arrive.
Pasikon Beach Complete Guide
Pasikon Beach is a secluded cove on the eastern shore of Siargao. The beach is located in a small cove, so the water stays relatively calm and safe to swim. While much of the cove is rocky, it has little pockets of soft white sand in the water, making it an enjoyable spot for a swim.
Getting to Pasikon Beach is a bit of a drive. It’s about 1 hour from General Luna, which keeps it quiet most days. It’s a great spot to visit, especially if you’re already heading up to explore Siargao’s north shore.
Pasikon Beach is privately owned, so it has an entrance fee of 80 pesos per person. But the beach’s clean white sand and laid-back atmosphere make it worth the cost. And if you get hungry, there’s a convenient restobar right at the beach where you can grab a drink or a meal.
How to get to Pasikon Beach
Pasikon Beach is located on the eastern side of Siargao, just off the Siargao Circumferential Road. It’s a short ride from Pacifico, making it easy to visit both beaches in one day.
To reach Pasikon Beach, keep an eye out for a small driveway leading off the highway. It’s easy to miss, especially if you’re riding fast. We learned this the hard way when we zipped right past it on our motorbike and had to double back.
The location below for Pasikon Beach is accurate and can be used to navigate there. When you get close to Pasikon Beach, slow down so you don’t ride past it like we did.
Pasikon Beach: Our Experience
We turned down the driveway to Pasikon Beach and found ourselves on a sandy dirt road. As we got closer, we noticed a few buildings scattered around a grassy area near the beach.
The place was pretty cute. We headed to the largest building, where a friendly woman greeted us at the bar. It looked like they served food as well because a few police officers were enjoying a meal together. But we weren’t there to eat, so we paid our entry fee and headed straight to the beach.
The beach was absolutely empty and we had it all to ourselves. We set our things down under a coconut tree with a swing hanging from it. The swing was a blast! I gave Chloe a few spins on it before we both decided to cool off in the ocean.
The water was calm with gentle waves cascading over the shoreline. As we walked in the water, we came across some rocks that made swimming a bit tricky. But Chloe spotted a sandy patch further out, so we swam straight to it but Chloe spotted a patch of sand in the water. We swam straight toward it and just hung out in the ocean for a while. It was a nice little nook in the ocean where we just relaxed.
Where to Stay in Siargao
Choosing where to stay in Siargao is pretty straightforward. General Luna is the island’s main tourism hub. Most of the accommodations, restaurants, and shops are located in General Luna, and it’s also where all the tours and activities depart from. If you want to be close to everything, General Luna is the place to be.
Here are our recommendations on where to stay in Siargao:
- Luxury: If you’re looking for the best place to stay in Siargao, Las Palmas Villas is hard to beat. It has everything you would expect from a resort, including a swimming pool, a garden, and a full-service restaurant and bar.
- Mid-range: Big Waves Boutique Hotel is located right in the heart of General Luna, in a local neighborhood. The rooms are clean and all have their own private bathrooms and AC.
- Budget: We enjoyed our stay at Hostel Bajala so much that we ended up extending it a few times. The place is clean, cozy, and comfortable. We couldn’t ask for more.
If you prefer to find your own place to stay, you can visit Booking.com to explore all your accommodation options in Siargao.
What to Pack for Siargao
Here are some of our must-have items you might not have thought of when packing for a trip to Siargao.
- Crocs: During our time in Siargao, I was so glad to have Crocs to protect my feet when exploring caves and islands. They are the ultimate shoe in the Philippines for a reason – many Filipinos wear them too!
- Earplugs: If you’re planning to do any island hopping while in Siargao, I recommend bringing a set of earplugs for the boat rides. Most boats in Siargao have super loud diesel engines that will make your ears ring!
- Sunscreen: For some reason, sunscreen is expensive in the Philippines and I’ve even encountered places selling fake sunscreen that doesn’t work! So I recommend bringing your own sunscreen to Siargao.
- Dry Bag: With all the sand, salt, and water flying everywhere during our adventures out to Siargao’s islands, I was so glad to have a dry bag to keep all my things safe from the elements!
- Travel Towel: In my opinion, a travel towel like this one is super necessary for a trip to Siargao! It packs down nicely and was there for me anytime I went swimming, or just needed to brush sand or dirt off.
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We spent 16 days in Siargao and found so many things to do there—from caves to beaches, mangroves, and lagoons. To help fellow adventurers, we’ve put together guides to the best places we found. You can check them out by clicking the links below.
- Start planning your trip here: Siargao Travel Guide
- Our ultimate guide to Siargao: 26 Awesome Things to Do in Siargao
- How to plan your Siargao vacation: Siargao 3 Day Itinerary
- Our Siargao Beach Guide: 15 Best Beaches in Siargao
- Our favorite place to swim in Siargao: Beto Cold Spring
- Our most intense adventure in Siargao: Exploring the Marvelous Somyot Cave
- Our favorite day tour in Siargao: Sohoton Cove
- Our favorite beach in Siargao: Pacifico Beach
- How to rent a motorbike in the Philippines
I hope you enjoyed our guide to Pasikon Beach in Siargao! Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions 🐸
