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It is a choice between passion and danger. Like humans, places have gems to offer to the world, may it be of good value or otherwise. But in reality, both complement each other. Risking towards danger sometimes gives us the bonus of experiencing the best in life just like fighting the big waves to reach the gold – Surfing in Siargao.

The story behind the birth of surfing in Siargao, generally, remains a mystery. But one of the best surfing waves that earned a worldwide reputation for thick, hollow tubes, popularly known as Cloud 9, was discovered around 1980’s by a group of travelling surfers.

Around 1993, American photographer featured and internationally mapped the photos taken during his visit in Siargao around 1992. Eventually, thousand of surfers and tourists were drawn to the island.

Geographically situated, the reefs and points are excellent for picking up any swell that comes along turning into clean, fast waves. Decent waves for surfing are accessible at any time of the year. Its huge, powerful rollers have been considered as one of the world’s top surfing waves. These waves rooted from the typhoons in season passing General Luna municipality to northeast, bringing the big waves in from the deep water.

The surfing season usually takes place around September to March such that the biggest and best months for surfing are November and December. Its waves possess both the best quality features of Hawaii’s fabled pipeline waves and top-billed Indonesian waves.

Surfing is not only a recreational activity but also a profession to both local and foreign individuals. Surfers around the globe gather at Siargao for the prestigious National and International Surfing Competition once a year.

For beginners, you can attend surfing lessons from nearby resorts and schools in the island. Not spending a single penny is also an option provided an acquaintance willing to teach. Have or rent a surf board and befriend the smaller waves first before moving forward.

Surfing is a dangerous but challenging sport that the Philippines can offer. Living in a tropical area isn’t bad at all. Listen to the weather man and better book your flights. Try the best and big surfing waves in Siargao and certainly you will keep coming back.

Leave your comfort zones, pack your backpacks and make the most of your adventure-seeking life by surfing in Siargao.