Travel highlights from Sipalay City, the “Jewel of the Sugar Island.” This beautiful beach destination is located in the southwest part of Negros Occidental Province, also known as the Sugarbowl of the Philippines and the Land of Sweet Surprises.

In Sipalay, you can find scenic viewpoints overlooking peaceful beach coves and green hilly islands that resemble Bohol’s famous Chocolate Hills. Sipalay is also sought after for its diving sites and thriving marine protected areas.

Sipalay Travel Essentials

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Here are some of my favorite photos from the land tour around Sipalay’s beaches and island hopping at Campomanes Bay. Included a Sipalay itineray at the end. Scroll down to read Sipalay travel tips before you go.

Sipalay City, Negros Occidental

Campomanes Bay Marine Sanctuary in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Campomanes Bay Marine Sanctuary in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Sugar Beach in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Sugar Beach in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Sugar Beach in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Sugar Beach in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Sipalay Poblacion Beach, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Bugana Beach Resort in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Campomanes Bay Marine Sanctuary in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Maasin Island in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Perth Paradise Resort in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Perth Paradise Resort in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Perth Paradise Resort in Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Sipalay Itinerary

Day 1: Sipalay Island Hopping

Time Activity
Bacolod to Sipalay / Dumaguete to Sipalay. Travel time is 5 to 6 hours by bus/car.

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Start Campomanes Bay boat tour (island hopping). Jump-off/pick-up from Punta Ballo Beach or your resort in Campomanes Bay area.
Maasin Island cave.
Snorkeling at Campomanes Bay Marine Sanctuary.
Bugana Beach.
Punta Ballo Beach & Nataasan View Deck.

Day 2: Sipalay Land Tour

Time Activity
Start Sipalay Land Tour. Rent/charter a tricycle or motorcycle taxi (habal-habal/single) to get around Sipalay.
Perth Paradise Resort infinity pool with a view
Tinagong Dagat & Lataasan Island.
Sipalay Poblacion Beach
Sugar Beach

Where to Stay in Sipalay

Stay at Punta Ballo Beach or Poblacion Sipalay area if you’re looking for a convenient location close to the main tourist spots. If you have the budget to splurge, check out high-end resorts the tucked away in stunning beach coves all around Sipalay & Cauayan.

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Recommended Sipalay Hotels and Resorts

Angels Bed and Breakfast (Sipalay Poblacion / Budget Backpacker)

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Easy Diving and Beach Resort (Punta Ballo Beach / Mid-range)

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Bugana Beach Resort (Campomanes Bay (Brgy. Maricalum) / Mid-range)

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Manami Resort (Brgy. Cagyahan. Near Campomanes Bay) / Splurge)

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Perth Paradise Resort (Brgy.4, Sitio Sambulawan / Budget)

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Takatuka Beach Resort (Sugar Beach / Mid-range)

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Big Bamboo Beach Resort (Sugar Beach / Mid-range)

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Punta Bulata Resort (Cauayan / Mid-range)

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