Day 4 was the move from Surigao to Siargao.
I accompanied Martin and Emely to the ferry terminal to buy our tickets, and I requested we stop over at the market so that I could see the daily catch.
The market was incredible. The fish were literally hopping off the tables. They were so fresh you could see most of them trying to breathe. I picked up a couple of still live squids and a thick 1 inch marlin steak for my breakfast. Bought it outside to "Mr Pangang" to grill them for me. The fish was absolutely delicious. No condiments necessary. All they did was wrap the fish up in banana leaf to transport back to the hotel. I will have plenty of dreams about that fish.
We got tickets on the fast boat (2.5hrs) to Siargao. There was also a slow boat (4 hours) and a outrigger boat (3hrs), each costing different amounts, catered to different customers.
From Dapa, we headed to General Luna where we were to stay for the next 3 nights (Travellers lodge). I hate to admit it, but I was totally disappointed when we got to the lodge. The tide was low and the beach was a marsh. Granted it was a budget place, but the rooms were disappointing too. It was not what I had envisioned when I was looking forward to the trip. What happened to the white sand, blue water beaches? I guess I had Bohol on my mind.
Dinner was a 30minute walk down to "Patrick's at the beach". Supposedly the 'best' place to eat in Siargao. The Mango Rum was great, the service was quick. Nuff said.
Cards and Tanduay followed (a much better batch of Tanduay). Guess we're all getting old. We were in bed by 10pm.
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