Try advanced surfing at Jacking Horse
Siargao, Philippines • 
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PopularSiargao, Philippines
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Best months to visit
Mar, Apr, Aug
25°C – 32°C, hottest and sunniest; best for swimming, island hopping, and beginner surfing, high crowds, peak season
25°C – 32°C, hottest and sunniest; best for swimming, island hopping, and beginner surfing, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Requires walking; not wheelchair accessible.
Requires walking; not wheelchair accessible.
Value for money
Medium
Lessons and rentals are standard priced, experience is good.
Lessons and rentals are standard priced, experience is good.
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Summarised by AI
Perfect Romance
Couples found it a great spot for learning to surf together with a relaxed vibe.
Amazing Lessons
Friendly instructors made learning fun and easy, perfect for beginner couples.
Easy Access
Convenient location and walk from Cloud 9 made it super accessible for everyone.
Crowded Waters
Peak season can be very crowded, making it less intimate for couples.
Strong Currents
Be careful of the strong currents, especially at high tide.
Inconsistent Waves
Wave quality can vary, sometimes not ideal for intermediate surfers.
Hours of operation
Monday
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Sunday
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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Master advanced surfing at Siargao's Jacking Horse!
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
HIGH
25-33°C
Hottest and sunniest; best for swimming, island hopping, and beginner surfing.
Hottest and sunniest; best for swimming, island hopping, and beginner surfing.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability; booking in advance is recommended.
High demand may lead to limited availability; booking in advance is recommended.
Recommended
April provides warm temperatures and favorable surf conditions for intermediate surfers. However, the peak tourist season results in crowded surf spots and higher prices. Booking accommodations and surf lessons in advance is highly recommended.
April provides warm temperatures and favorable surf conditions for intermediate surfers. However, the peak tourist season results in crowded surf spots and higher prices. Booking accommodations and surf lessons in advance is highly recommended.
May
LOW
26-32°C
Warm temperatures with minimal rainfall.
Warm temperatures with minimal rainfall.
Open
Limited wave activity; suitable for beginners.
Limited wave activity; suitable for beginners.
Not recommended
May offers warm weather and low crowd levels, but wave conditions are generally small and inconsistent, making it less ideal for advanced surfers.
May offers warm weather and low crowd levels, but wave conditions are generally small and inconsistent, making it less ideal for advanced surfers.
June
LOW
26-32°C
Warm temperatures with slightly increased rainfall.
Warm temperatures with slightly increased rainfall.
Open
Wave conditions remain small; not ideal for advanced surfing.
Wave conditions remain small; not ideal for advanced surfing.
Not recommended
June continues with warm weather and low crowds, but the surf conditions are still not favorable for advanced surfers due to small and inconsistent waves.
June continues with warm weather and low crowds, but the surf conditions are still not favorable for advanced surfers due to small and inconsistent waves.
July
MEDIUM
25-31°C
Warm temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Warm temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
Wave conditions start to improve but remain inconsistent.
Wave conditions start to improve but remain inconsistent.
Not recommended
July sees a gradual improvement in wave conditions, but they are still not consistently suitable for advanced surfers. Crowds begin to increase as the peak season nears.
July sees a gradual improvement in wave conditions, but they are still not consistently suitable for advanced surfers. Crowds begin to increase as the peak season nears.
How to get there
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Shuttle
Taxi
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
