Visit Duration

Entrance Fee

Entrance fee: ₱100 per person. Environmental fee: ₱50 per person. Regular kayak: ₱300. Crystal/transparent kayak: ₱500. SUP board: ₱300. Life jacket: ₱50. Table rental at floating platform: ₱50. DIY boat fee: approximately ₱2,150 total (split among group). Organized tours: from ₱1,500 per person including transport.

Best Time to Visit

March to October (dry season) offers the best weather and clearest water. Early morning (before 9:00 AM) has fewer crowds and optimal lighting for photos. Avoid visiting during heavy rain or monsoon season (November-February) when boat trips may be cancelled. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.

How to Get There

Option 1 (Organized tour): Book a Sugba Lagoon tour from General Luna (₱1,500+ per person) which includes van transfer to Del Carmen and boat ride to the lagoon. Most convenient option. Option 2 (DIY): Rent a scooter and drive 45 minutes to Del Carmen Port, then hire a boat (₱2,150 total for the boat, can be split). Tours often combine with Kauhagan and Pamomoan Islands. Ask your hotel for tour recommendations.

What to Expect

After a scenic boat ride through mangrove channels, arrive at the stunning lagoon surrounded by towering limestone cliffs. A floating bamboo platform serves as the base where you can rent kayaks, SUP boards, and relax. The water is shallow (chest-deep in most areas) and crystal clear with an emerald-turquoise color. Spend your 3-hour time limit paddling around the lagoon, swimming, and taking photos. Note: Food and alcohol are no longer allowed at the lagoon, so eat before or after your visit. Facilities are basic - just the floating platform and simple restrooms.