When is the best time to play in Duma Gaidi?

Duma Gaidi is also one of the more popular islands in the Philippines. The scenery in Duma Gaidi is very beautiful. Although there may not be as many water games as in Boracay, the scenery here is also beautiful.

You can also see many underwater creatures at nearby diving spots.

The best travel time is from March to May every year, when the weather is hot and dry. June-10 is the rainy season, so it is not recommended to travel. From June to February, the weather is cool, which is very suitable for diving.

The Philippines belongs to monsoon tropical rain forest. It is hot and rainy all year round, and the humidity is relatively high. Whenever you go to Duma Gaidi, you can basically wear cool and breathable summer clothes. Of course, sunscreen, sunglasses and swimsuits are indispensable. In particular, you must do a good job of sun protection. If you want to dive, you can prepare a pair of diving shoes. Some hotels don't have diving shoes, only flippers, and corals on the beach and in the sea are very painful.

Consumption level The consumption level of Duma Gaidi is still relatively low. The maximum cost of taking the Tu Tu bus in the city will not exceed 20 RMB, and a seafood dinner will basically not exceed per capita 100 RMB. As for the three-star hotels in the downtown area, 300 yuan is basically less than RMB every night. There are many kinds of fruits in Duma, which are less than 10 yuan per kilogram. A coconut can be bought in 2 yuan. Is it cost-effective?

The Philippines is still a tipping country, so hotel bellboys, waiters in restaurants and bars, and room attendants all charge tips, and the amount of tips should not exceed 100 yuan. Tips for tourist attractions and essential oil masseurs are relatively high, about 100-200 p. Don't give coins in person, because it may be interpreted as charity, so be careful.

Recommended island 1. Apo i.

Daoyin Abo Island is one of the highest diving islands in Duma Gai, with relatively complete facilities. You can rent flippers, diving shoes, underwater cameras and other equipment here. You can observe turtles up close here.

Popularity index: ★★★★★★★

Per capita consumption: 250-400 yuan RMB per person.

How to play: If you want to play more easily, you can choose a one-day tour. In addition to diving, I can also pack meals, which is also more worry-free. In APO, you can also go to different diving spots to see different underwater creatures, including lovely turtles and clown fish. There are also many sea urchins here. But be careful not to feed or touch turtles, or you will be fined 5500 pesos.

2.Oslob

You can get in close contact with whale sharks here. You can choose snorkeling or deep diving, or you can take a boat tour. You can also rent an underwater camera on the island.

Popularity index: ★★★★★★★

Per capita consumption: 180-300 yuan RMB per person.

How to play: You can go to the local registration office to buy tickets for a one-day tour. If you go by yourself, you have to queue up around 5: 30 in the morning, and the group will leave from Mint Island. When playing, take photos of whale sharks or take photos with them, be careful not to turn on the flash.

Do not wear sunscreen or touch whale sharks, or you will be fined 2500 pesos. If you want the boatman to take your picture, you need to pay a tip, usually 50- 100 pesos.

3. Sumilon Island

This is a marine nature reserve nearby, with the best diving spots and white beaches. It also belongs to an island hotel.

Popularity index: ★★★★★

Per capita consumption: 250-400 yuan RMB per person.

How to play: Stay directly in the only luxury holiday villa on the island and enjoy the sunny beach. Non-local residents can also take a day off here. You can use the hotel's bicycles, swimming pools and snorkeling equipment by paying the entrance fee of 600P p. Does it feel super good?

Tip: staying in a hotel is about 800-900 RMB per day.