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Major city · Philippines

Zamboanguita

Zamboanguita is a quiet seaside town best as a 1–2 night base for diving Apo Island and the Wednesday Malatapay market; skip it if you only want Dumaguete's nightlife.

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Zamboanguita is a small coastal town south of Dumaguete on Negros Oriental's southern coast. Its main draws are the Wednesday Malatapay market (3 km north) and easy boat access to Apo Island. Most travellers use it as a quiet base for diving or a stop between Dumaguete and Siaton. The town itself is walkable, but you'll need a tricycle for the market or outlying resorts.

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Currency
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Best months
Jan–May (dry season)
avoid Jun–Oct (typhoon season, rough seas for Apo Island)
Airport
DGT
Nights
1–2

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  • Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
  • Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
  • 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.

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Emergency numbers for Zamboanguita911 ▾
  • National emergency911

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Zamboanguita, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • BeerBeer (bottle at a resort)check₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2)
  • Budget bedDorm bed (e.g. Kav's Beach Resort), a night, per person₱450 (≈ US$8)
  • Mid-range bedDouble room (resort), a night, per room₱2,200 (≈ US$40)
  • High-end bedDouble room (resort), a night, per room₱3,500 (≈ US$65)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱1,200 (≈ US$25) · Mid ₱2,500 (≈ US$45) · High ₱4,000 (≈ US$75)

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.

Malatapay Market (Wednesdays)Apo Island boat tripsDiving resortsQuiet seaside atmosphere
Airports
DGT Dumaguete–Sibulan Airport (About 30–40 min by bus or jeepney south to Zamboanguita)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  5. May

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    not flagged

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Jan–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest Apr (32°C (90°F)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Apr (4). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Zamboanguita: next 7 days

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

8 rd

Feb

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

6 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Apr

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

4 rd

May

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

8 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

15 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

13 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

14 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

14 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

11 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

9 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

The town centre is walkable. For Malatapay market or resorts, take a tricycle (about ₱20–50 per ride). Buses and jeepneys run north–south along the highway to Dumaguete and Siaton.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Apo Island

go

Door to door: About 1 h

Boat from Zamboanguita (about 30 min) or from Malatapay port

Snorkelling, diving, sea turtles; best in calm weather (Jan–May).

Dumaguetego

Door to door: About 45 min

Bus or jeepney north along the highway, about 30–40 min

City for dining, shopping, and the Rizal Boulevard.

Dauingo

Door to door: About 30 min

Bus or jeepney north, about 15–20 min

Diving resorts and the Dauin Marine Sanctuary.

Siatoncaution

Door to door: About 40 min

Bus or jeepney south, about 20–30 min

Less touristy; beach and waterfalls, but limited 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.

Along the National Highway (town centre)

Walkable to eateries and the beach; tricycles to the market and resorts.

Resort strip (Mojon area)

Quieter, with dive shops and direct beach access; need a tricycle into town.

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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₱1,200–1,800 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
Mid
₱2,000–3,500 (≈ US$40–65) excl. bed
High
₱4,000 (≈ US$75)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Double room (resort)1 × 2 nights × ₱2,200₱4,400
Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ₱2,500₱10,000
Boat to Apo Island (return, per person)2 × ₱800 · check₱1,600
Tricycle ride (town to market or resort)1 × ₱50 · check₱50
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱1,610
Trip total≈ ₱4,420 per person per day, bed included₱17,660≈ US$350

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2026 estimate in PHP; flights excluded.

Prices of common things

Tricycle ride (town centre to Malatapay)check₱30–50 (≈ under US$1)
Boat to Apo Island (return)check₱700–1,000 (≈ US$13–18)
Meal at a resort restaurantcheck₱200–400 (≈ US$4–8)
Beer (bottle at a resort)check₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Zamboanguita is generally safe. Usual precautions: secure valuables, avoid walking alone late at night on unlit roads. Tricycle fares should be agreed upfront.
  • Malatapay Market is only on Wednesdays; plan your trip around it if you want the full experience.
  • Apo Island boat trips depend on weather; check sea conditions in the rainy season.
  • Tricycle fares: agree on the price before boarding.

Emergency numbers

National emergency
911

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Embassy

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Dumaguete Airport → Zamboanguita (bus/jeepney): about ₱50–70 (≈ US$1–2), 30–40 min (check)
  • Tricycle town centre → Malatapay: ₱30–50 (≈ under US$1) (check)
  • Boat to Apo Island (return): ₱700–1,000 (≈ US$13–18) (check)

Say or show

  • Tagpila? — How much?
  • Salamat — Thank you
  • Asa ang merkado? — Where is the market?
  • Dad-a ko sa resort, palihug — Take me to the resort, please
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 Zamboanguita. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Jan–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Oct (typhoon season, rough seas for Apo Island) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 4 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Place pages for Malatapay Market, Apo Island boat trips, and each resort with verified hours and prices.
  2. Dive-shop pages with equipment rental rates and boat schedules.
  3. Weather-live feed for Apo Island crossings.

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