Palm Tree Lookout Siargao - The Best View On The Island

The Palm Tree Lookout in Siargao has the best views on the Island, stretching out as far as the eye can see. Palm trees fill the island of Siargao, whilst surfers fill the shores. Siargao has recently become our favourite island in the Philippines, you will soon see why.

Not only does the Island have amazing views, but it also has plenty to do. You get to enjoy Rock Pools, Island Hopping and Rope Swings.

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📍 Where Is The Palm Tree Lookout in Siargao

🛵 Getting Around Siargao

🕒 Best Time To Visit The Palm Tree Lookout

🌴 Things Near The Lookout

🏖️ More Things To Do In Siargao

✔️Siargao Travel Tips

🏨 Where To Stay In Siargao

Where Is The Palm Tree Lookout In Siargao 📍

You can find the palm tree viewpoint in between the Maasin River, where the famous Palm Rope Swing is found and General Luna, the main tourist area of Siargao. If you are staying in General Luna it is a short 25-minute moped ride. The route will take you along winding roads, passing rice terraces and off course palm trees!

We have included a handy map of where to find the viewpoint. If you are searching on google, you need to search for Coconut Trees View Deck.

The Best Way To Get Around Siargao 🛵

Whether you are in the Philippines or anywhere else in Asia, you can’t beat jumping on a moped with the wind in your hair and exploring. This is how we got around Siargao most of the time.

We hired our moped for 24 hours, the evening before we planned to set off. Make sure you do this so you can get up nice and early without having to worry about finding somewhere to hire a bike from. The bike cost us 400 pesos for 24 hours. Most bikes will come with no fuel, 150 peso’s worth of fuel will be more than enough for the day.

We understand that some people are not keen on riding a moped, so we have the perfect solution for you. There is an amazing Land Tour run by Klook which will take you to all the top spots on the island. These include The Palm Tree Lookout, Magpupungko Rock Pools and Subga Lagoon. This full-day tour is run daily.

Best Time To Visit The Palm Tree Lookout Siargao 🕒

We recommend getting up early and heading to the lookout for sunrise. When we arrived the sun with just hitting the tops of the palm trees with the morning mist still lingering in between the trees. This makes for an epic photo, you will also have the place to yourself.

As the lookout is in a lay by at the side of the road on a large hill, you might need to go into the road to get the shot. This is why getting up early comes in handy. There is a lot less traffic and people around at that time.

Things Near The Palm Tree Lookout Siargao 🌴

The Palm Tree Road

Just passed the lookout you start to descend into the palm forest, you will reach a straight stretch of road. Lining each side are coconut palm trees, branching out to create an amazing canopy. The Palm Tree Road is where you can taking some amazing pictures standing in the middle of the road. We took our shots with a drone.

The Maasin River Palm Tree Rope Swing

Once you have finished, continue along the road until you reach the small town of Maasin. As you enter, you will cross a red bridge. This is where you will find the famous Siargao Palm Tree Rope Swing.

You can cool down and enjoy swimming in the Maasin River or swing from the bent palm tree that leans out over the water.

Magpupungko Rock Pool

The Island of Siargao isn’t all about surfing and palm trees, it is also homed to the magnificent Magpupungko Rock Pools. These huge rock pools are one of the biggest and deepest, with crystal clear water that we have ever come across. After living on Rottnest Island in Western Australia where there is a lot of incredible rock pools, we think we are quite good judges.

Tayangban Cave Siargao

A short ride from the Palm Tree Lookout you will find the Tayangban Caves. Here you can pay the 100 peso entrances fee which includes a mandatory guide to take you through the cave systems. Once you reach the end of the system you are greeted by the lagoon, where you can cliff jump into the pool below.

Other Things To Do In Siargao 🏖️

One of the best things about Siargao is that there is plenty of things to do within a small radius. If you are looking for more fun things to do in Siargao then we have a list of the top spot you need to check out.

Sugba Lagoon

If you want to visit the beautiful Sub Lagoon you can book the Siargao Land Tour. This tour combines all the best Siargao tourist spots for the ultimate day out.

Alternatively, you can ride to the Port Of Del Carman on the west side of the Island. This is where you will take a boat from to reach Sub Lagoon. There are plenty of private boat operators around the town where you can agree on a price to get you to the lagoon.

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Island hopping

One of the most popular activities in Siargao, which technically isn’t even on the island is Island Hopping. Although a long day, you defiantly get your moneys worth. You get to visit the amazing Sohoton Cove, Daku Island, Naked Island and Guyam Island

More Island Hopping

Experience the Corregidor Island Tour in Siargao with the One Love Boat Tour. Also known as Casolian Island, this tropical paradise is where you can experience the true island life. Join the One Love crew planting coconut trees, cooking up an island feast and meeting the locals.

This day tour is all about giving back to each other, enjoying the smaller things in life and having an epic day out in the Philippines.

Surfing At Cloud 9

Siargao is best known as the surf capital of the Philippines. All around the island, you can find beautiful surf spots, but none can beat Cloud 9. This section of waves are more for the advanced surfers, but if you are a beginner head to Jacking Horse. This is where you will find more forgiving waves. Whether you just want to walk along the Cloud 9 Boardwalk or chill with a Shaka Bowl this small town in Siargao has some of the best vibes in the Philippines.

Siargao Travel Tips ✔️

A few handy top tips to make you might want to know about Siargao Island.

Best Time To Visit 🕒

Like most of the Philippines Siargao has a wet and dry season. Luckily the dry is a lot longer than the wet, however, it is the Philippines so anything can happen.

March – November: The dry season is the best time to visit Siargao. The waves get bigger for the surfers between September-November.

December – February: The wet season, we recommend you avoid these dates.

Wifi & SIM Cards Siargao 📱

The Wifi in Siargao is renowned for not being good, much like the rest of the Philippines. So most people rely on their phones. If you need to get a Sim Card whilst you are in the Philippines you can organise one right here.

Siargao Surf Competition 🏄‍♂️

Every year Siargao Island hosts an international surfing competition. This is typically around September-October and means the Island becomes a lot busier. If you are a keen surfer then this is the time to visit, for other’s you might want to avoid the competition.

Our Best Meal In Siargao 🍕

Although defiantly not the cheapest place on the Island, but in this case, you get what you pay for. At the Isla Cabana restaurant, the food was out of this world, you can order a mixture of local or western dishes.

Best Area To Stay In Siargao 🛏️

The most popular area of Siargao is General Luna, here you will find everything you need from bars and clubs to healthy breakfast spots. The main stretch of road is funnily enough called Tourism Road.

Where To Stay In Siargao 🏨

Siargao has some of the best hotels and hostels that we have seen in the Philippines. Here are our top recommendations, starting with the traveller who wants two splash the cash or just had enough of hostel life for a few days. Followed by something in between and then the budget traveller.

Luxury:

Nay Palad Hideaway

Isla Cabana Resort

Buddha’s Surf Resort