Do I really need to inspect a rental scooter before riding?

Yes. Even if the rental provider has already checked the scooter, doing your own inspection takes less than ten minutes and protects you from being held responsible for pre-existing damage.

What should I do if I find damage on the scooter before I ride?

Point it out to the rental staff immediately, take photos, and ask for the damage to be noted in writing before signing any agreement.

Is it safe to ride a scooter in Siquijor as a beginner?

Many beginners ride in Siquijor without difficulty. The roads are generally quiet. You should be comfortable with basic scooter controls before renting.

Do I need a driver's license to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Philippine law requires a valid driver's license. Foreign visitors should carry their home country license and an International Driving Permit (IDP).

What happens if the scooter breaks down during my rental?

Pull over safely, turn on hazard lights, and contact your rental provider immediately with your location.

How do I check if the scooter tires are safe?

Press your thumb firmly into the tire — it should feel firm. Check for visible tread grooves, and look for cuts, bulges, or embedded objects.

Is a helmet required when riding in Siquijor?

Yes. Helmet use is required by law in the Philippines under the Motorcycle Helmet Act.

What are the most common road hazards in Siquijor?

Common hazards include loose gravel or sand, dogs crossing roads, slow-moving tricycles, rain-slicked roads, and tight mountain curves.

Should I take photos of the scooter before I ride?

Yes, always. Photograph all four sides before leaving the rental location to protect yourself from being charged for pre-existing damage.

Where can I find fuel stations in Siquijor?

Fuel stations are available in Larena, Lazi, and San Juan. Fill up before heading to remote areas.

What are SiquiRide's terms and conditions for scooter rental?

Full rental terms and conditions are available on the SiquiRide Terms and Conditions page at siquiride.store/pages/terms-and-conditions.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Daily rates for a standard automatic scooter in Siquijor typically range from ₱350 to ₱500 per day. Newer or larger models may cost ₱500 to ₱700 per day. Always confirm current rates directly with your rental provider.

Is a security deposit required to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Yes. Most rental shops require a security deposit of ₱1,000 to ₱3,000 before releasing the scooter. The deposit is refunded when you return the scooter in the agreed condition.

Is fuel included in the scooter rental price?

No. Fuel is not included in the standard rental rate. Ongoing fuel costs are the renter's responsibility. Confirm the fuel return policy with your provider at pickup.

Do I need a driver's license to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Philippine law requires a valid driver's license to operate a scooter. Foreign visitors should carry their home country license and an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Are scooter rentals cheaper during low season in Siquijor?

Daily rates don't change dramatically between seasons — usually ₱50 to ₱100 per day difference at most. The bigger advantage of low season is better availability and more flexibility on weekly or monthly rates.

What happens if the scooter breaks down during my rental?

Move to a safe location and contact your rental provider directly. Most shops will guide you through the next steps. Formal roadside assistance is not standard, so save your provider's contact number before you ride.

Is travel insurance included in a scooter rental in Siquijor?

No. Scooter rentals do not include personal travel insurance or medical coverage. Check whether your travel insurance policy covers motorized two-wheeler use before your trip.

How far in advance should I book a scooter rental in Siquijor?

During low season, walk-in rentals are generally easy to arrange. During peak season — particularly Holy Week, Christmas, and New Year — contact a provider before you arrive to confirm availability.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Daily rates for a standard automatic scooter in Siquijor typically range from ₱350 to ₱500 per day. Newer or larger models may cost ₱500 to ₱700 per day. Always confirm current rates directly with your rental provider.

Is a security deposit required to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Yes. Most rental shops require a security deposit of ₱1,000 to ₱3,000 before releasing the scooter. The deposit is refunded when you return the scooter in the agreed condition.

Is fuel included in the scooter rental price?

No. Fuel is not included in the standard rental rate. Ongoing fuel costs are the renter's responsibility. Confirm the fuel return policy with your provider at pickup.

Do I need a driver's license to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Philippine law requires a valid driver's license to operate a scooter. Foreign visitors should carry their home country license and an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Are scooter rentals cheaper during low season in Siquijor?

Daily rates don't change dramatically between seasons — usually ₱50 to ₱100 per day difference at most. The bigger advantage of low season is better availability and more flexibility on weekly or monthly rates.

What happens if the scooter breaks down during my rental?

Move to a safe location and contact your rental provider directly. Most shops will guide you through the next steps. Formal roadside assistance is not standard, so save your provider's contact number before you ride.

Is travel insurance included in a scooter rental in Siquijor?

No. Scooter rentals do not include personal travel insurance or medical coverage. Check whether your travel insurance policy covers motorized two-wheeler use before your trip.

How far in advance should I book a scooter rental in Siquijor?

During low season, walk-in rentals are generally easy to arrange. During peak season — particularly Holy Week, Christmas, and New Year — contact a provider before you arrive to confirm availability.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Daily rates for a standard automatic scooter in Siquijor typically range from ₱350 to ₱500 per day. Newer or larger models may cost ₱500 to ₱700 per day. Always confirm current rates directly with your rental provider.

Is a security deposit required to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Yes. Most rental shops require a security deposit of ₱1,000 to ₱3,000 before releasing the scooter. The deposit is refunded when you return the scooter in the agreed condition.

Is fuel included in the scooter rental price?

No. Fuel is not included in the standard rental rate. Ongoing fuel costs are the renter's responsibility. Confirm the fuel return policy with your provider at pickup.

Do I need a driver's license to rent a scooter in Siquijor?

Philippine law requires a valid driver's license to operate a scooter. Foreign visitors should carry their home country license and an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Are scooter rentals cheaper during low season in Siquijor?

Daily rates don't change dramatically between seasons — usually ₱50 to ₱100 per day difference at most. The bigger advantage of low season is better availability and more flexibility on weekly or monthly rates.

What happens if the scooter breaks down during my rental?

Move to a safe location and contact your rental provider directly. Most shops will guide you through the next steps. Formal roadside assistance is not standard, so save your provider's contact number before you ride.

Is travel insurance included in a scooter rental in Siquijor?

No. Scooter rentals do not include personal travel insurance or medical coverage. Check whether your travel insurance policy covers motorized two-wheeler use before your trip.

How far in advance should I book a scooter rental in Siquijor?

During low season, walk-in rentals are generally easy to arrange. During peak season — particularly Holy Week, Christmas, and New Year — contact a provider before you arrive to confirm availability.

Are there fuel stations in Siquijor?

Yes. Fuel stations are available in Siquijor's main towns, including Larena, San Juan, and Lazi. Roadside bottle vendors also sell fuel by the liter in smaller areas between towns.

Will I run out of fuel riding around Siquijor?

Not if you start with a full tank and top up when passing through main towns. A standard 125cc scooter has enough range to cover the full island loop on a single tank under normal conditions.

What type of fuel do rental scooters use in Siquijor?

Most rental scooters in Siquijor run on regular unleaded gasoline — typically RON 91. Confirm with your rental provider before you ride. Never use diesel in a scooter engine.

How much does fuel cost in Siquijor?

Unleaded gasoline has typically been priced between ₱58 and ₱72 per liter in recent years. A full tank refill for a standard 125cc scooter generally costs between ₱250 and ₱360. Confirm current prices locally as rates change regularly.

Can I pay for fuel with a card or GCash in Siquijor?

Cash is the most reliable payment method. GCash may be accepted at some larger stations but is not guaranteed. Card payments are rarely available. Always carry enough pesos to cover at least one full refill.

How far can I ride on one tank in Siquijor?

A standard 125cc scooter with a 4–5 liter tank can typically cover between 140 and 225 kilometers on a full tank. The full island loop is approximately 72 kilometers — well within the range of a single tank for most riders.

What should I do if I run out of fuel in Siquijor?

Move to a safe location and look for a nearby sari-sari store selling fuel by the bottle. Ask a local 'May gasolina po ba dito?' Contact your rental provider for guidance on the nearest fuel source.

How much should I budget for fuel per day in Siquijor?

A daily fuel budget of ₱200 to ₱400 covers most riding scenarios in Siquijor comfortably. Most travelers spend less than this, particularly if they're not completing the full island loop.

Where is Secret Beach Siquijor located?

Secret Beach is located in Barangay Liloan, municipality of Maria, on the eastern side of Siquijor Island, Philippines. It is also known as Bacong Beach or Kagusuan Beach.

How much is the entrance fee at Secret Beach Siquijor?

The environmental fee is ₱50 for local visitors and ₱100 for foreign visitors. Residents are exempted. Parking fees are separate: ₱20 for scooters, ₱40 for tricycles/tuktuks, and ₱50 for cars. Fees may change — confirm at the entrance.

How do I get to Secret Beach Siquijor?

Follow the circumferential road to the municipality of Maria, then proceed to Barangay Liloan. From San Juan, the drive is approximately 45–60 minutes by scooter. From Siquijor Town, allow 35–50 minutes.

Can I visit Secret Beach by scooter?

Yes — a scooter is the recommended way to visit Secret Beach. It gives you the flexibility to combine the destination with other eastern Siquijor stops like Salagdoong Beach and Cambugahay Falls in a single day.

Is Secret Beach Siquijor safe for swimming?

Swimming conditions depend on tide and weather. On calm days, the water near the rocks can be clear and swimmable. On days with strong swell, swimming is not advisable. Always assess conditions on arrival.

How much is the drone shot at Secret Beach?

The drone shot costs ₱300. A drone operator is typically present at the site. Arriving before 9 AM reduces your waiting time.

What is the best time to visit Secret Beach Siquijor?

The best time to visit is between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Morning light is ideal for photography, crowds are smaller, and the drone queue is shorter.

Are there facilities at Secret Beach Siquijor?

Secret Beach is a natural destination with minimal facilities. There is a parking area and an entrance fee collection point. There are no beach resorts, restaurants, or vendor stalls on-site. Bring everything you need before arriving.

Where to Stay in Bohol: Choose an Area, Not a Hotel List

Independently researched. Last checked 12 August 2026. No SiquiRide hotel “picks.” Confirm rates and cancellation on the booking page before you pay.

This page answers where on the island to sleep. It does not rank resorts.

The destination overview is the Bohol Travel Guide. What to do once the base is chosen: Things to Do in Bohol. Dedicated stay-decision and hotel-type pages publish after this one — they are not live yet.

30-Second Answer

Practical first-trip recommendation: Panglao. The airport is on that island. Most hotels, dive boats and countryside-tour pickups concentrate there. That is infrastructure, not a slogan.

Choose Alona if you want restaurants, dive shops and walkable evening food.

Choose another Panglao beach if you want the same logistics without the strip.

Choose Tagbilaran if you have a dawn ferry.

Choose Anda only if the trip is long enough — commonly 2.5–3 hours from Panglao.

Choose Loboc only if the river is the holiday.

Do not split a 3-day trip across Panglao and Anda. You will live in a van.

Why Panglao is the practical first-trip base

A recommendation, with reasons you can check:

TAG airport is on Panglao, not in Tagbilaran.
Provincial tourism highlights Panglao and Anda as the well-known beach areas.
Booking platforms show the largest hotel cluster on Panglao / Alona.
Countryside vans and island-hopping boats advertise Panglao / Alona pickup.
GrabCar, per official tourism, covers Tagbilaran–Dauis–Panglao only.

If your trip is hills + reef + one arrival day, sleeping anywhere else adds transfer time you do not have.

Anda-first, Tagbilaran-only and Loboc-first trips are valid. They are different products.

Area comparison

Area	Best for	Trade-off
Panglao (near Alona)	First trip, diving, tours, food	Noise, touts, premium beachfront rates
Panglao (not Alona)	Beach + same island logistics	You will ride or tricycle to Alona for boats and nightlife
Dauis	Quieter, still close to TAG and the city	Not a “scene”; Hinagdanan is here
Tagbilaran	Ferries, ATMs, malls, early departures	Not a beach holiday
Loboc	River lodges, slow evenings	Far from reef and airport
Carmen / Sagbayan	Sunrise over the Chocolate Hills	You gave up the beach and the boats
Anda	Quieter sand, caves, east-coast nature	2.5–3 hrs from Panglao; thin evening services

Match the base to the traveler

You want	Sleep
First visit, easiest logistics	Panglao, near Alona
Beach without bars	Panglao, not Alona (e.g. Dumaluan / Danao)
Diving	Panglao
Tomorrow’s 6 AM ferry	Tagbilaran
River and quiet nights	Loboc
Emptier sand	Anda, on a 4-day trip or as a second base
Lowest room rate	Tagbilaran or backstreet Panglao

Coming from Siquijor, you will dock in Tagbilaran. You do not have to sleep there. Plan the hop with Siquijor to Bohol context on the hub and the first-hand Siquijor DIY Travel Guide.

Indicative nightly ranges

From current booking-platform listings (August 2026). Not quotes. Not SiquiRide rates.

Band	Typical published range	What that usually means
Budget / hostel	₱800–₱2,500	Fan or simple AC; walk to Alona or a city street
Mid-range	₱3,000–₱8,000	Pool, AC, often a short ride from sand
Resort / upscale	₱8,000–₱20,000+	Beachfront or villa — mostly Panglao, a few Anda properties

Peak weeks (Christmas, Holy Week, March–May) jump. Habagat months often drop.

Planning to stay in Panglao?

Compare current hotels on Panglao Island (area search — not a single property). Tagbilaran, Loboc and Anda booking links publish on the dedicated stay-booking page after this one. A quieter-Panglao search stays unlinked until a distinct deeplink is supplied.

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What usually wastes a short trip

Two bases in three nights.
A Carmen hotel “to be near the hills” when you also want Balicasag.
Assuming every “Panglao” map pin is walkable to Alona. Check the beach name.
Leaving a 4:30 AM port transfer to chance. Sleep in Tagbilaran or pre-book. Grab is the wrong tool at that hour (Tagbilaran–Dauis–Panglao only).

How stay choice locks the rest of the plan

Panglao → countryside van pickup is easy; boat day is easy; 2- / 3- / 4-day plans work as written on the hub.
Tagbilaran → add 30–50 minutes each time a van collects you for hills or boats.
Anda → invert the trip: east-coast nature first, then a long transfer if you still want Alona boats.

Experiences that sit on those days: Things to Do in Bohol.