Camiguin
Island Born of Fire
Overview
Camiguin is a small volcanic island known for having more volcanoes per square kilometer than any other island on Earth. Beyond its volcanic heritage, it offers pristine beaches, cold springs, waterfalls, and the unique sunken cemetery - all in a friendly, laid-back atmosphere.
Camiguin, officially the Province of Camiguin, is an island province in the Philippines located in the Bohol Sea, about 10 kilometers (6.2 mi) off the northern coast of mainland Mindanao. It is geographically part of Region X, the Northern Mindanao Region of the country and formerly a part of Misamis Oriental province.
Read more on WikipediaCamiguin is a small island province off the northern coast of Mindanao in the Philippines.
Top Attractions
White Island
Pristine white sandbar with volcano backdrop
Sunken Cemetery
Underwater cemetery from 1871 volcanic eruption
Katibawasan Falls
250-foot waterfall in lush forest setting
Sto. Niño Cold Springs
Crystal-clear natural cold spring pool
Ardent Hot Springs
Natural hot springs from volcanic activity
Old Catarman Church Ruins
Church ruins from volcanic eruption
Mt. Hibok-Hibok
Active volcano trek for experienced hikers
Mantigue Island
Small marine sanctuary with great snorkeling
Things to Do
White Island Trip
Morning visit to the stunning sandbar
Island Hopping
White Island + Mantigue Island combo
Sunken Cemetery Snorkeling
Snorkel over the underwater cross
Mt. Hibok-Hibok Trek
Challenging hike to active volcano crater
Waterfall Hopping
Visit Katibawasan, Tuasan, and Binangawan falls
Hot & Cold Springs
Experience both Ardent hot and Sto Niño cold springs
Scuba Diving
Explore volcanic underwater formations
Photo Gallery
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Explore DealsGetting There
- Fly to Camiguin direct (limited flights from Cebu)
- Fly to Cagayan de Oro + bus to Balingoan + ferry
- Fly to Cebu + ferry via Bohol
Local Food
Lanzones
Sweetest lanzones in the Philippines (in season Sept-Oct)
Kiping
Colorful rice wafer decorations turned snacks
Fresh Seafood
Catch of the day at beachside restaurants
Pastel
Local filled bread, Camiguin specialty
Where to Stay
Mambajao
₱800-3,500/nightCapital town, most services and restaurants
Yumbing/Agoho
₱1,000-5,000/nightBeach area, close to White Island tours
Bug-ong
₱600-2,500/nightNear Ardent Hot Springs
Catarman
₱700-2,000/nightNear Sto. Niño Cold Springs and church ruins
Weather Forecast
Travel Tips
- •Visit White Island early morning for best photos (before 9am)
- •Rent a motorbike to circle the island (64km loop)
- •Do the hot springs at night for a relaxing experience
- •Sunken Cemetery cross is best seen at low tide
- •Mt. Hibok-Hibok requires a guide - register at tourism office
- •Lanzones Festival (3rd week of October) is unforgettable
- •The island is small - you can see most attractions in 2 days
- •Try the local pastel bread as pasalubong
Best Time to Visit
Lanzones Festival in October is a highlight