Landmark· Siargao· Philippines

Maasin River

9° 49.3′ N · 126° 3.4′ E

A green palm-lined river in Dapa famous for the bent coconut tree once used as a rope swing; now a spot for river cruises, mangrove tours and firefly watching.

Practical

Pin: Maasin Bridge (OSM). Fees (July 2026): entrance PHP 30; river-cruise boat PHP 600 (1-3 pax); bamboo raft PHP 20; mangrove tour PHP 1,500 (1-6 pax); fireflies PHP 1,000 (1-3 pax). Water about 6 ft deep at the swing. About 30 min by road from General Luna.

Best for

A relaxed river afternoon and fireflies