Tangbo
By Koobo Surf Team ·
Surf guide
Written by the Koobo team from local sessions and boatman intel
Tangbo is the reward for the drive. Ninety scenic minutes north of the GL circus on Siargao's quiet northern coast, this mellow A-frame throws both lefts and rights with forgiving take-offs and long, workable faces, and it's so often empty you can score uncrowded waves in the thick of peak season. It's at its best in winter, December to March, when south-to-southeast winds blow it offshore and a north-to-northeast…
Ideal conditions
What to look for before you commit to the boat fare
Swell direction
North-Northeast (N to NE)
Wind direction
Southwest (SW) offshore or West (W) light cross-offshore
Tide
Mid to High tide preferred but it's surfable on all tides. Cleaner with more water over reef. Barbecue can only be surfed around high tide.
How to get there
Tangbo is roughly 45 km north of General Luna, about a scenic 1.5-hour drive along the coast. From GL, head toward Dapa, where you have two options: take the road north through Pacifico and on toward Alegria, or go via Del Carmen toward Santa Monica. Once in Santa Monica, follow local signs or ask residents to point you to Barangay Tangbo's surf spot. Roads are generally good, but drive slowly and carefully. The north coast is rural and scenic, part of the draw. You'll find a few local kubos and small eateries around, but bring water and supplies. It pairs naturally with a north-coast road trip taking in Pacifico and Alegria.
Surf forecast & live wind
Where the wave breaks
Nearby spots
Other breaks within reach of the same trip
At a glance
Wave difficulty
Intermediate
Advanced beginner to intermediate. The current can be strong with a high tide and decent swell. Barbecue is suited to advanced surfers only.
Wave quality
Good
When the swell hits from the north-northeast and winds are offshore, Tangbo can produce clean, powerful waves with long workable faces. It’s less consistent than the main east-coast breaks but can deliver excellent sessions when the conditions align, especially during the September to January swell season.
Crowd factor
Moderate
Tangbo is located far from General Luna and requires a longer drive, which keeps crowds low. Most sessions have only a few surfers out, and it’s possible to score uncrowded waves even during peak surf season.
