Cloud 9 Siargao

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Cloud 9 is the ultimate destination in the Philippines for surfers. It is the most popular surfing spot in the country and is the venue for the annual Siargao Cup which happens between late September to October. Siargao is open to local and foreign participants and is the first and longest-running international surfing tournament in the Philippines.

What makes Cloud 9 a favorite among seasoned surfers is the thick, hollow tubes and barreling right-hand waves that can reach up to 5 to 6 meters high. The waves in Cloud 9 has been described as a deathride and are forceful thus recommended for advanced and expert surfers only.

Cloud 9 was featured on Surfer magazine in 1993 and was listed 8th in the World’s Top 50 Best Surf Spots by CNNGo.

Fast Facts

Attraction:

Cloud 9

Type of Attraction:

Beaches | Surfing

Address:

General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte

Website:

generalluna.gov.ph

Phone:

+63 926 449 3615

Hours:

Always open

Closed:

None

Best Time to Visit:

July to November

Food & Drink:

YES

FREE WiFi:

Cost:

Cost per Person: $15+

Payment Type:

Cash

Fees:

P500 – P1,000 pesos ($10 – $20 USD) – Surf lessons (per hour and including use of surfboard)
P200 pesos ($4 USD) – Surfboard rental (per hour)
P500 pesos ($10 USD) – Surfboard rental (per day)
P500 – P1,000 pesos ($10 – $20 USD) – Motorbike rental (per day)
P1,500 pesos ($30 USD) – Island tour
P50 pesos ($1 USD) – Entry to Cloud 9 boardwalk

Notes:

Best time of the day to surf is during mid to high tide. Make sure to check the tide times in advance.
Swim at the beach during high tide as it gets shallow during low tide.