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Tandag
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Tandag: see the boulevard and Green Falls, then catch a bus or flight onward.
Tandag, the capital of Surigao del Sur in Caraga, offers a short waterfront boulevard and nearby Green Falls waterfall. With limited transport options, a 1‑day visit fits most itineraries before moving on to larger hubs like Butuan or Surigao.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Dec–May (dry season)
- avoid Jun–Nov (rainy season)
- Airport
- TDG
- Nights
- 1
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- Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tandag117 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tandag, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Philippine pesos (₱) in small notes for jeepneys, market stalls, tips and taxis; malls and hotels take cards.Philippines-wide
- SIM or eSIMGlobe and Smart sell SIMs at airports; SIM registration with passport is required by law.Philippines-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations cheap.Philippines-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if no service charge.Philippines-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Philippines-wide
- SafetyTandag is generally safe; stay alert on night streets and keep valuables secure in transport.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 117 fire and ambulance · 911 National emergency
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTDG Tandag Airport (Cebu Pacific flies direct to Cebu City.).
- Getting aroundMulticabs run town routes; PHP 8 (≈ under US$1) for the first 2 km (1.2 mi).Multicabs run town routes; PHP 8 (≈ under US$1) for the first 1.2 mi (2 km).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeePHP 30–50 (≈ under US$1)
- Street or quick mealStreet BBQ skewersPHP 20–40 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget hotel, a night, per person₱400 (≈ US$8)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱1,800 (≈ US$35)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱600 (≈ US$11) · Mid ₱1,000 (≈ US$18) · High ₱1,500 (≈ US$30)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TDG Tandag Airport (Cebu Pacific flies direct to Cebu City.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Aug (15 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tandag: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Multicabs run town routes; PHP 8 for the first 2 km. Buses and minivans connect to Butuan, Davao, Bislig and Surigao; Bachelor Express is the main line. Philtranco offers one daily Manila‑Surigao service.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Green Falls
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round trip
Hire a multicab or motorbike; about 30 min east via Cagpangi road
Waterfall with rental huts and basic facilities.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
I G M Hotel
Fan single/double rooms, PHP 300–400 per night.
Haguisan Inn
A/C double rooms, check‑in noon.
Qbens Lodge
A/C single/double, PHP 400–550 per night.
Shacene by the Sea Pension House
A/C rooms near Boulevard, PHP ? per night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- PHP 500–800 (≈ US$9–15) excl. bed
- Mid
- PHP 800–1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel1 × 1 night × ₱400 | ₱400 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₱600 | ₱600 |
| Multicab ride (first 2 km)1 × ₱8 · check | ₱8 |
| Bus to Surigao (Bachelor Express)1 × ₱250 · check | ₱250 |
| eSIM 7‑day data1 × ₱300 · check | ₱300 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱156 |
| Trip total≈ ₱1,714 per person per day, bed included | ₱1,714≈ US$35 |
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and long‑distance bus fares excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | PHP 30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Street BBQ skewers | PHP 20–40 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | PHP 15–25 (≈ under US$1) |
| Multicab (first 2 km) | PHP 8 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus (Bachelor Express, 100 km) | PHP 200–300 (≈ US$4–6) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedules are limited; confirm times in advance.
- Airline seats on Cebu Pacific can sell out quickly; book early.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire and ambulance
- 117
- National emergency
- 911
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Emergency
- Police117
- Fire/ambulance117
- National emergency911
Embassy
US embassy in Manila; consulate in Davao (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Multicab 0‑2 km: PHP 8 (≈ under US$1) (check)
- Bachelor Express bus to Surigao: PHP ≈250 (check)
- Cebu Pacific Tandag‑Cebu flight: PHP ≈3,500–4,500 (check)
Say or show
- Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sya na)
- Salamat — Thank you (sa-la-mat)
- Magkano ito? — How much is this? (mag-ka-no i-to)
- Nasaan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (na-san ang ban-yo)
- Pahingi ng resibo — Can I have the bill? (pa-hin-gi ng re-si-bo)
- Kailangan ko ng taxi — I need a taxi (ka-kin-han ko ng taxi)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tandag. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Nov (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add ferry link to Cebu via Cokaliong shipping lines.
- Map multicab routes for quick town hops.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata Tandag
- officialTandag official website
- secondaryWikivoyage: Tandag, revision 5257657 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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