Watersport· Siargao· Philippines
Cloud 9
9° 48.8′ N · 126° 9.9′ E
The thick, hollow right-hand reef barrel off Tuason Point that put Siargao on the world surf map - named by photographer John Callahan after a chocolate bar and featured in Surfer in 1993.
Practical
Pin is the Cloud 9 viewing tower at the end of the boardwalk; the wave breaks on the reef just beyond. Expert wave over shallow reef - wear booties, expect crowds ('Crowd 9'). Lessons and board rentals at the boardwalk entrance; Surfista Siargao day package PHP 2,200 (Philippine Beach Guide, July 2026). Boardwalk entrance fee PHP 100 per day (same source). Wikipedia: best conditions in the SW habagat, Aug-Dec, when the prevailing wind is offshore. Watch from the tower at sunset if you don't surf. Cut feet: clean and dress immediately.
Best for
Watching or surfing a world-class barrel
Season
Peak surf Aug-Dec (Wikipedia); Lakwatsero says Jul-Nov