About Mt. Bandilaan
Mt. Bandilaan is the highest peak on Siquijor Island, located in Barangay Cantabon, Municipality of Siquijor, Siquijor Province. Rising about 557 meters above sea level, it forms the Mt. Bandilaan Natural Park, a protected forest area at the island's center. Notable for panoramic island views, forested trails, and religious Stations of the Cross, it serves as the island's main natural viewpoint and ecological reserve.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested mountain park at the center of Siquijor Island with a paved viewpoint area, observation tower, and telecommunications towers at the summit. The site offers 360-degree views over Siquijor and surrounding seas, shaded trails through secondary forest, a small chapel and Stations of the Cross along the ascent, and picnic areas. The environment is quiet and natural, with birdlife and native vegetation, accessible via a steep winding road from Cantabon.
Key highlights
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Highest peak in Siquijor at approximately 557 meters above sea level
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Panoramic 360-degree views of Siquijor Island and neighboring islands from summit view deck
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Mt. Bandilaan Natural Park protected forest and watershed area
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Stations of the Cross pilgrimage path and summit chapel
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Forested hiking trails and nature walks within central Siquijor
History of Mt. Bandilaan
Mt. Bandilaan is the highest point on Siquijor Island and forms the Mt. Bandilaan Natural Park, a protected area under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) that preserves the island's central forest cover and watershed.
Culture & Context
The mountain hosts a Stations of the Cross and summit chapel used for Catholic pilgrimage, especially during Holy Week, reflecting the religious traditions of Siquijor within a natural forest setting.
Route
| By road | Approximately 7-8 km from Siquijor town proper via Cantabon Road; steep paved/concrete mountain road best accessed by habal-habal (motorcycle taxi), tricycle, or private vehicle |
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