Siargao is one of the world's great surf destinations, and many of its best breaks are a short ride from the villa. Below are the spots within reach — from gentle, beginner-friendly waves to heavy, expert-only reef breaks. Always check the tide and swell before paddling out, and when in doubt, ask a local or hire a guide.
Every spot below comes with a live surf forecast — swell, wind and tide, updated through the day. Tap “Live” in a spot's stats row, or open the full surf report.
World class wave and one of the best in the Philippines, it is a perfect barreling right hand reef break that can be both fun and challenging. Although it is a relatively short wave, the fact that it barrels nearly the whole way guarantees satisfaction.
Looks smaller than Cloud 9, but it's a hidden giant. In peak season it serves up huge, fast, pro-level waves and incredible right-handed barrels, with locals dominating the line-up. In quieter times it mellows out — good for learners and manageable waves.
Jacking Horse is a great beginner wave. Although it is a reef break, it has the feeling of a beach break / sandy bottom waves and is better for beginners than most waves in Siargao. Not nearly so big as Quiksilver or Cloud 9 yet located in the same area. The take-off is quite mellow and soft but Jacking Horse can deliver long, good quality right-handed waves.
Heavy, barreling lefts — a goofy-footer's paradise in peak conditions. Waist-to-overhead with three peaks, though the exposed spot often brings messy close-outs. Fast and shallow, it demands quick reflexes. For experienced surfers chasing technical rides, Tuason is legendary for its rare, perfect barrels.
Best at shoulder-high with light offshore (west) winds — when it lines up, one of the island's best. A slow, soft take-off onto a right-hander that goes on forever, in stunning scenery. Usually at its best in peak season or spring. A 15-min boat ride from General Luna.
A forgiving wave with many peaks — a great spot to improve, beginner or above. Small offshore days give glassy, shoulder-high faces to carve; when it's big, expect mammoth Pacific rollers. Hard to catch at times, but find the sweet spot and you could ride some of the biggest waves of your life.
Ideal at head-high but grows with strong swells. Easy to catch, with long left-hand rides in most winds — offshore days bring barrels. Deep enough for gentle wipeouts, but watch the big rock at low tide. Great for shortboarders: relaxed at chest-to-head height, challenging when it's overhead.
A challenging wave with fast, steep drops — a wrong move sends you into the washout and a tough paddle back, so don't sit too deep and choose your waves wisely. In good conditions it's a perfect, long right-hander with hollow sections and open faces. Best from head-high to double-overhead; it demands skill in bigger swells.
Clean, shoulder-to-head-high waves with long right-hand rides. A winter favorite, sheltered when wind makes other spots unsurfable (so expect crowds). It needs a bigger swell — roughly half of Cloud 9's — working for beginners when small and overhead when big. Your go-to when Cloud 9 is too big. Glassy with a slightly fast take-off, but manageable except in straight north winds.
This guide comes with a villa — Kamaya sits in quiet Santa Fe, ten minutes from most of what is on these pages.
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