San Juan La Union
- Surfing is one of the water sports that anyone can try even without experience. There are a lot of surfing spots in the Philippinesand one of them is in San Juan La Union. San Juan La Union is considered as the Surfing Capital of the Northern Philippines. It is one of the perfect getaways for surfing enthusiast and also the best place to relax and feel the good vibes. San Juan La Union is on the west part of La Union Province and it’s also a second class municipality in the province of La Union.
What To Do?
Surfing
One of the main reasons why people go here is to surf. La Union has waves that can reach 8 to 10ft on a good swell. The best month to go here is from May to March as the good waves last up to 10 months. Waves become consistent in the month of October until March that will peak in December and January and it attract tourist and surfers around the world. Renting a surfboard will cost you PHP 200 or $4 to $5 for an hour and if you are a beginner, there are a lot of surfing instructor in San Juan that you will also pay for the same price and it will be PHP 200 or $8 to $10 for the whole package. The surfing instructors will really teach you the basics so that beginners can surf even if it’s their first time.
Watching The Sunset
The place San Juan La Union is located in the east part of the Philippines and is a perfect spot to watch the sunset. Don’t forget to bring your camera and take a photo or a video as you will be mesmerized by the sunset
Hike And Cliff Tangadan Falls
An optional place that people can go is by going at Tangadan Falls at San Gabriel La Union. San Gabriel is just one jeepney ride away from San Juan. Once you reach San Gabriel, head up to the Municipal Hall and go to the Tourism office and they will be the one who will give you guide going to Tangadan falls. There are two ways to go there, first is to hike for about an hour or more and secondly if you have your own private vehicle, you can drive together with the guide at the nearest place to get to Tangadan falls. Tangadan falls is a beautiful falls at La Union that has a height of 30ft that anyone can jump on. But make sure that you know how to swim as the water is really deep
Chat With Friendly Locals
Locals at San Juan La Union are really friendly. Just chat with them and you will be able to converse a lot of topics. A lot of locals will also ask if you want to learn to surf as they are willing to coach you but of course there will be a fee.
Eat And Get Stuffed
Traveling to San Juan La Union will not be completed without eating at their eateries and restaurants.
Where To Stay?
Almost every buildings and house that you will see near the beach is for accommodations. There are a lot of people going here especially on the month with good waves and that is the reason why people will have a lot of choices in choosing an Accommodation. Anyone can view their website to contact these accommodations or sign up through Agoda and find discounts. Some accommodations also offer surfing lessons.
Here are the list of accommodations. Please click the resort’s name for you to get to their websites
Please include San Juan La Union on your bucket list and once you go there, you will surely go back. Everyone would really unwind, chill, enjoy and will feel the good vibe of this place. So what are you waiting for, pack your things now and travel now at San Juan La Union!
