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Siargao Airport Terminal Expansion 2025: Manila–Siargao Sea Travel Sets Sail Starting October 20,2025

Table of Contents

Introduction

Siargao Airport Terminal Expansion

  • Expansion Details

  • Supporting Evidence

  • Conclusion

Manila–Siargao Sea Travel Launch

  • Verified Information

  • Passenger Amenities

  • Supporting Evidence

  • Conclusion

What This Means for Siargao

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Ending Notes

 

Introduction

Naked island, Siargao Philippines

Siargao is evolving from a hidden paradise to a strategic investment hub in Southeast Asia. As tourism numbers surge, two major projects are underway in 2025: the expansion of Siargao’s airport terminal and the launch of a new Manila to Siargao sea route. These aren’t just upgrades. They are signs of long-term confidence in the island’s economic future.

Siargao Airport Terminal Expansion

Expansion Details

  • The Department of Transportation officially commenced construction on the Siargao Airport Passenger Terminal Building (PTB) on August 8, 2025.

  • Current capacity: 200 passengers

  • Post-expansion capacity: 750 passengers daily

  • Objective: Enhance comfort, reduce congestion, and future-proof the island for growing tourist traffic.

Supporting Evidence

  • Trendrod (Aug 8, 2025): “It is seen to quadruple its capacity once completed.”

  • DOTr (Aug 5, 2025): “Capacity will increase from 200 to at least 750 daily.”

  • PNA (Aug 5, 2025): Confirmed the August 8 start date via Secretary Vince Dizon.

  • Media Coverage: GMA News

Conclusion

Confirmed by multiple sources. Construction began August 8, 2025, with consistent expansion figures.

Note: As of mid-August 2025, there is no exact completion date yet declared.

Manila–Siargao Sea Travel Launch

Courtesy of : 2GO Travel MV Saint Francis Xavier

Verified Information

  • 2GO Travel will officially begin operations for the Manila to Siargao sea route on October 20, 2025.

  • Vessel: Saint Francis Xavier

  • Capacity: 1,900 passengers

  • Schedule: Departs Manila every Monday, arrives in Siargao the next day

  • Travel Time: Approx. 28 hours

  • Fare: Starts at PHP 2,000

Passenger Amenities

  • Aboard the Saint Francis Xavier, passengers can expect cruise-style features:

  • Spa and wellness center

  • Dining halls and cafés

  • Souvenir shops

  • Karaoke rooms, arcade, and live music

  • Onboard medical clinic

Supporting Evidence

Conclusion

Confirmed consistently by major outlets.

Note: As of mid-August 2025, 2GO Travel’s booking platform has yet to list Siargao.

What This Means for Siargao

With both air and sea access being significantly upgraded, Siargao is entering a phase of rapid, strategic transformation:

More Routes = More Tourists: Sea travel opens up budget access; air expansion supports volume.

Infrastructure Confidence: National and private sectors are clearly investing in Siargao’s future.

Luxury Real Estate Impact: Higher visitor arrivals mean stronger demand for premium accommodations.

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Ending Notes

Siargao’s Booming Economy & Bond Villas PH. These back-to-back infrastructure milestones are more than conveniences. They are evidence of Siargao’s booming economy. The government and private sector are both making major bets on the island’s future.

For travelers, this means easier, more affordable access. For investors, it represents a rare window of opportunity. With more tourists arriving, the demand for luxury accommodations will surge, creating strong potential for premium real estate.

At Bond Villas PH, we see Siargao entering its next golden era. The airport expansion and sea route opening underline the island’s future as a high-value destination. Now is the best time to invest in luxury villas in Siargao.

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