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Sohoton Speed Boat Adventure

Experience THE ultimate Siargao tour! Forget the crowded pump boat trips to Sohoton where you will sit all day in a noisy, slow boat and only have a short time being processed at touristy spots with other travelers and see nothing but selfie sticks and drones. Instead, come with us and truly explore Sohoton far from the other tourists. We will spend all day exploring hidden beaches, snorkeling, visiting a cave, enter a deserted cove to spend time with the stingless jellyfish and cruise through nearly the entire Sohoton area that nobody else gets to see. 

On this tour we will NOT visit the touristy areas where you will be processed in typical manner in Siargao, instead, you will be able to see the very best of untouched Sohoton that no one else gets to experience. On regular pump boats the trip takes a noisy 2 to 2,5h. On our speed boat it will take about an hour.

Even though the touristy area of Sohoton with the more famous cove is not part of our trip, we CAN take you there if you want to see it, but it means we have to first stop at Socorro town on the way to get you registered and they will ask you for a long list of extra fees, such as “jellyfish fee” totaling about ₱3,000 more. 

Once we arrive, we will set up base camp in a private resort with their very own cove where you can experience complete silence. From there we will head out to snorkel in the same cove and watch stunning flora and fauna and relax for a while in this incredibly relaxing and peaceful place, before we head out on the boat again to explore beautiful Sohoton, visit a cave and explore near untouched beaches from where we can see some of the local wildlife and swim with the stingless jellyfish or watch them from the boat. On the way, we will pass through incredibly beautiful waterways with crystal clear, turquoise water.

Once the afternoon approaches, the plans depend on which tour option you booked. Most guests chose the overnight tour, as it is only slightly more to cover accommodation and extra time spent there, but also offers the advantange to have more time to explore in the afternoon and most importantly to be able to head back early morning when the ocean is the calmest. For safety reasons, this is the ideal option.

If you chose the overnight option, we will have more time to visit another deserted beach to watch the sunset after we docked at a very authentic little water village to refill our gas tank and have a walk around, if you are curious to see how people live there. Before dark, we will bring you to your resort and at 7am we head back to Siargao island after breakfast.

If you booked the day trip, we will head back at 4pm and will experience the sunset from the boat just as we get back to Siargao.

Either option is a guaranteed adventure only a few lucky guests get to experience every month. Message us for more info and check out the gallery for an insight of what to expect. We look forward to create unforgettable moments with you!

What's included?

  • Full day or overnight adventure tour to Sohoton
  • Safe and fast speed boat trip
  • Stingless jellyfish in a totally hidden bay without any other people around
  • Visit to one or two caves at a magical location
  • Cruise and exploration through the quiet parts of Sohoton not many get to see
  • No entry fees, lines, or transfer to other pump boats with other tourists necessary if you come with us
  • Visit at a private cove and resort for you to relax, eat, snorkel and shower
  • Full day or overnight options available
  • Professional equipment, life vests and food for the trip
  • Photography over and under water included
  • Your guide will be with you the entire trip and point out interesting facts and keep you safe at all times

Requirements

  • 1-4 people
  • Must be physically fit and healthy

What to bring?

  • Sunblock and a hat. Both available at our shop and meeting place for sale.
  • Anything you need to swim, explore and be comfortable

Price

All tours are PRIVATE

Option 1:

₱33,000 for 1 or 2 people – 24h adventure tour with overnight stay at Sohoton for the full experience. Departure time 6:30am or 7am (the earlier the higher the chance to see dolphins on the way) and return 7am from Sohoton to Siargao. 

₱29,000 for 1 or 2 people – Full day trip adventure tour to Sohoton for an all day trip. Departure time 6:30am or 7am (the earlier the higher the chance to see dolphins on the way) and return 4pm from Sohoton to Siargao. 

For a reservation you can pay cash in our shop or through Paypal or GCash at least one day before the tour.

Same day last minute bookings are not possible for this tour, due to the extensive preparation needed for this trip. 

We are looking forward to meet you and are excited to explore nature with you!

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Some of our reviews

Teresa Day

   “Chris took us to some islands outside of the tourist swarm and we had an amazing time! We had coconut drinks on a pristine beach, tried conch for our first time, enjoyed a delicious BLT sandwich which Chris provided. Chris took us way-off the beaten path and into an authentic village on a pretty much un-touched island! We then went snorkeling with him on some gorgeous reefs, and saw a ton of beautiful fish and ocean life. He is very informative and specializes in taking tourists away from the hustle and bustle and gets you places most people will never see! I can’t say enough good things! If you have the opportunity to take a tour with Chris, get it booked before someone else does because you won’t forget it!”

Pierson Tan

    “Chris is an awesome guide. He brought us to an amazing snorkeling spot and taught us a lot about the coral reef and the wildlife that we saw. He swam alongside us and took photos which he sent to us. The speedboat we were on was comfortable and not too loud like a Bangkla. Then we went to the mangroves which were really beautiful and peaceful. We saw a Filipino eagle. Then we headed to Guyam Island for the sunset. Chris didn’t rush us even though our 3 hours were up.”

Ellen Davidson

    “Chris took us on a magical day. We saw the most beautiful beaches and his timing allowed us to feel like the only ones there. He is so knowledgeable about the area and was able to lead us through gorgeous snorkeling sites on coral reefs, a short hike to a magnificent view and a side trip to mangrove forests. He provided equipment, lunch and so much information. We couldn’t have been happier. Highly recommend!”

Ru Liu

    “We took the island hopping tour with Chris and it was exactly what we were looking for in terms of peace and nature. Chris was very attentive and made sure my parents were okay and comfortable the whole time as my mom is a bit scared of the water. He is also very knowledgeable of the surroundings so we also learned a lot during our time with him. Will definitely check out his other tours when I’m back in Siargao!”

Kevin You

“I booked the 2 hour private speedboat snorkel tour for my girlfriend’s birthday and it was everything we wished for and more. Chris was very knowledgeable and showed us the best parts of the coral reef in Siargao. He was extremely flexible with the tour and even took candid shots for us for this special occasion. Chris was super personable and felt like more of a friend than a guide. I highly recommend splurging on this private tour. We not only had a 10/10 experience but also learned a great deal of ocean facts. Thank you so much again Chris and we hope to book another excursion soon!”

Ali St John

“Highly recommended. Chris was a legend and full of local knowledge. This was exactly what we needed as a family, some local culture, some beautiful snorkeling and a delicious sandwich. Thanks Chris, look forward to the next adventure.”

Sara Bjørnø

“We went on a great snorkeling adventure together with Chris. He has a lot of knowledge about corals, fish and is very focused on safety – so that you yourself can enjoy and have fun! He will show you the world underneath the sea that no one else on the island can, he has the greatest spots to show, and you are completely alone to enjoy it! I highly recommend the snorkeling tour!”

Michael Hall

“Chris provided an excellent tour, everything was well organized. Would recommend and have no hesitation in booking again”

Robyn R

“We did the 3 hour private snorkeling tour. Chris was amazing. Jeff has some mobility issues and we could not have managed without him. He was friendly, knowledgeable and so helpful. We highly recommend Chris and Shapeshifter Tours.”

Nova Giebson

“Excellent communication through WhatsApp . We booked an early morning tour to go snorkeling . Chris took us to an area no other tour boats go to; giving us an area to explore all to ourselves. Excellent equipment used plus interesting stories about the islands, mangroves, etc.”

Jose Rivera

“Had a brilliant afternoon snorkeling with our two kids (6 and 13), thanks to Chris’ flexible planning. He was kind enough to accommodate us at very short notice, taking us to two beautiful snorkel spots. The kids were thrilled, and even when the weather turned unexpectedly. We still had a blast. Loved being able to snorkel with no one else around, away from the crowds, and stay as long as we needed at each spot. We would love to come back and do the two day Sohoton tour, Chris clearly knows the area well and is passionate about making the experience worthwhile for guests. Thanks so much, this was the highlight of our stay”

Lu

“This guy is legend. He made for us unforgettable trip, just as we wanted, boat drive has amazing, snorkeling can’t be any better… I am very glad that we met, can wait to hear from you again.”

The Minimalist Plan

“Fun snorkeling trip! We felt in safe hands, good boat and friendly guy who runs the tours”

Kornon Dakobb

“Will def come back when my youngest is a little older. Wonderful and engaging people that go the extra mile. You can really tell when people pour their heart and soul into what they do. Thank you for everything!!!”

Hannah Ferens

“We had an awesome boat trip with Chris. He adapted to our needs when some storm clouds came rolling in. And we went back out in the afternoon for a stunning sunset boat trip, and his son came along too to play with our son! A perfect end to our last day on the island. And our morning snorkel was magical too. Very attentive and knowledgeable about the area. Safe and reliable.”

Hannah Ferens

“My partner and I did the private tour with Chris and fair to say, it was definitely the highlight of our siargao trip! Chris let us take our time to explore and relax so we were able to go at our own pace. The whole atmosphere was relaxed, adventurous and felt secluded away from the hustle of crowds. Chris was also very knowledgeable of the eco system so we could admire the vast coral and reef fishes at various snorkeling locations (even some secret spots). We got some awesome candid photos from Chris too. Thank you so much for this experience, highly recommend if you want a memorable Siargao experience! “

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