Overview
Siaton is a small coastal municipality at the southern tip of Negros Oriental Province, Philippines. Its main claim to fame is Tambobo Bay in the barangay of Bonbonon, which serves as the province's primary port of call for cruising yachts and one of the country's most sheltered hurricane holes.
Beach · Day Trips · Nature · Transit Hub
Before you go
Accommodation
Limited options: Tonga Sail Inn (basic), Cove Sands Beach Resort (mid-range beachfront), and Antulang Beach Resort (upscale with pool). Book ahead during typhoon season when cruisers may flood in.
Connectivity
Cellular coverage available via Globe and Smart networks. Wi-Fi is limited; Cove Sands Beach Resort offers free Wi-Fi for guests. Prepare for limited connectivity during your stay.
Money
Philippine Peso (PHP) is the local currency. ATMs may be limited in Siaton proper; withdraw in Dumaguete before extended stays. Cash is essential for small establishments and tricycles.
Safety
General Philippine provincial safety applies. Tambobo Bay is well-sheltered from storms. Standard precautions against petty theft. Healthcare facilities are minimal; major medical care requires travel to Dumaguete.
Transport
Reach Siaton by bus or jeepney from Dumaguete (55 km, ~1.5-2 hours) or Bacolod (250 km, ~4-5 hours). Jeepneys and tricycles provide local transport. Yachts arrive at Tambobo Bay.