Welcome to Gigaquit!

HOW TO GET THERE:


- From Surigao City:
Option 1: Hire a van all the way to Gigaquit
Option 2: Take the van or jeepney going to Gigaquit at the Surigao City Central Terminal. You can also ride those going to Claver or Surigao del Sur then get off at Gigaquit Junction in Bgy. San Isidro (Parang), Gigaquit. To go to the town proper, take a motorcylce (habal-habal) from the junction.

- From Butuan City:
Option 1: Hire a van all the way to Gigaquit
Option 2: Take the van or bus from Langihan Terminal in Butuan City then get off in Bad-as, Placer. Then take a jeepney, van or bus going to Gigaquit. You can also ride those going to Claver or Surigao del Sur then get off at Gigaquit Junction in Bgy. San Isidro (Parang), Gigaquit. To go to the town proper, take a motorcylce (habal-habal) from the junction.

- You can take the airplane or ferry boat from Manila or Cebu City to go to Surigao City or Butuan City.


WHERE TO STAY

- You can book at the Gigaquit Town House. Please contact Gigaquit Tourism Office for reservation.

WHERE TO EAT

Option 1: If you want cook by yourself, gas stove can be provided at the Gigaquit townhouse.
Option 2: A local chef can be hired to cook for you.
Option 3: Arrange for cooked meal to be delivered to you.


TOURISM

Please see Tourist Spots

For assistance, please contact https://web.facebook.com/gigaquit.higakit.gigacuit. You may send email also to gigaquit.lgu@gmail.com


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GIGAQUIT TOUR PACKAGES (AUG~SEPT 2013)

GIGAQUIT TOUR PACKAGES
AUG~SEPT 2013

2nd beach football Feb. 3, 2013

February 3, 2013.
Second testing of Doot beach grounds for football game suitability by the Surigao del Norte Football Association.

Doot Beach Soccer January 27, 2013

January 27, 2013
Photo source: Gigad Gakit

Women's Center Room Rates

As of January 30, 2013

For bookings, please visit the Tourism Office at the Gigaquit Municipal Hall.

Or contact Ms. Chona Bolotano at 09491350111.

Town House Room Rates

As of January 30, 2013

For bookings, please visit the Tourism Office at the Gigaquit Municipal Hall.

Or contact Ms. Chona Bolotano at 09491350111.

111th Foundation Anniversary of Old Surigao

The Municipality of Gigaquit participated in the 111th Foundation Anniversary of the former Surigao Province (before it was divided into del Norte and del Sur)  held at Surigao City Provincial Complex last May 13-15, 2012.

3rd GAKIT Festival

1st Beach Volleybal Friendship Game

The First Gigaquit Beach Volleyball Friendship Game was held at Gigaquit Beach last March 31 upto April 1, 2012. Players were from the different government agencies in Gigaquit.

trekking to cuyapnit cave

Gigaquit Municipal Tourism Orientation at Silop Cave

First Las-ay Festival (Video)

For the original news story please click here . . .

Jinawa Festival 2009 (Video)

NOTE: This story was originally posted in this site last Nov. 18, 2009 without the videos.

For several years the Local Government of Gigaquit had been staging Jinawa plays. This originated many years ago as amusement for the local ancestors of the municipality and the Spanish priests. A traditional cultural show performed by Gigaquitnons through a play with dances and music. It had been the usual practice of performing Jinawa during the festivity of the town every 28th day of August honoring Patron St. Augustine

Recently, the Tourism Council decided to make it as a separate stand alone festival instead of being part of the fiesta celebration. November 1 was chosen as the official schedule of the event due to the play's relevance to souls/spirits.

Last November 1, 2009 the 2nd Jinawa Festival was held at Doot Beach, Gigaquit, Surigao Del Norte (the first was last November 1, 2008). There were entertaining performances from the two (2) barangays in the town proper . . . barangays Alambique and Ipil. These are very supportive communities headed by their active barangay captains. The street dancing started at exactly 5PM and went around the town proper. The general public positively responded. The participants with "evil" costumes caught the attention of the audience. The performers were given cash gifts for being participative and for sharing talents and efforts for the sake of the town's traditional folklore.

First Las-ay Festival

Doot new beach ground
October 31, 2009

Submitted by Miss J. Galanida / Municipal Tourism Office

Gigaquit is well-known for its nipa wine called "Gigaquit Rum”. Through the efforts of the Local Government of Gigaquit and the Gigaquit Agra-Multi Purpose Cooperative (GIAMUPCO) the manufacturer and producer of the famous wine, the “Gigaquit Rum” was identified as the One Town One Product (OTOP) of the municipality. With great pride it was also adopted by the Provincial Government as the "OTOP" of Surigao del Norte.

Accordingly, the Local Tourism Office of the Gigaquit Local Government launched the “1st Las-ay Festival” last October 31, 2009 at Doot Beach, Gigaquit, Surigao del Norte. Another objective was to utilize what is given by mother earth and mother nature . . . our Doot Beach. The masses positively responded and cooperated by sharing their time and money during the festival. Government employees, barangay officials and the general public gave great support to the event through their attendance . . . their contribution in promoting our local product and other tourism assets. Tickets amounting to 100/person were sold to those who wanted to avail of the unlimited meals and drinks (las-ay).

Various activities were involved . . . the bar tendering competition and wine mixing served as the highlight of the affair. Contestants were HRM students from several colleges in Surigao City namely; Surigao Education Center, Philippine Women’s University and Center for Healthcare Profession. The core point during wine mixing is they used the "GR" as the main ingredient. The flavorings depends on the choice of each competitor.

From First Las-ay Festival 2009

The winner was the Center for Healthcare Profession. They were awarded with cash gifts and certificates.

The spokesperson during the event was the Regional Director of Department of Tourism Ms. Letecia Dc. Tan assisted by the Provincial Tourism Operations Officer Mr. Romeo P. Edillor and company.

From First Las-ay Festival 2009

The Augustinians and GNSHIans also participated assisted by their respective faculty staff by giving intermission numbers. Other entertainment were performed by the Mamanwa Tribe of Brgy. Mahanub, an acoustic band from Surigao City, Rodol (the Gigaquitnon pianist), and DJ R-Cue.

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The Local Tourism Office would like to extend its wholehearted appreciation to the sponsors who fully supported the activity . . . the municipal officials, college and high school departments from the aforementioned schools, all the committees and individuals who shared time and effort for the success of the festival.

Tourism Promotion in Mahanub

Last November 23, 2008 the Gigaquit LGU lead by Mayor Egay conducted a tourism information drive in Barangay Mahanub. This barangay has some tourism potential as this is proximate to Putian Falls as well as the gateway to the beautiful Palilihan Mountain View.

Kindly click here to see photos.

Baoy Tourism Information Drive

This tourism information drive was held in Baoy, Gigaquit last November 16, 2008 for the purpose of drumming up support in developing Baoy as a tourism area. Among the potential attractions are Cuyapnit cave, mountain climbing, kayaking, cliff climbing and a vacation inn.

Tourist Spots of Gigaquit

Some places to go to in Gigaquit . . .
All photos below are clickables . More details available by clicking the image of your choice . . .

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Are you adventurous enough to explore its wonders?

Or do you prefer to take take a dip at the beach? . . . .

Or do you like the thrill of riding the local pump boats that will take you to the islands . . . or snorkel underneath the sea . . .

How about climbing the cliffs or paddle the kayaks here . . .

Then in a lazy afternoon stroll here . . .

Then take a rest here . . .

After taking a sip of this . . .

But then if you want to go away from it all . . . you can always meditate here . . . 

See you in Gigaquit!

DILG Gigaquit Workshop 2008

The Department of the Interior and Local Governments (DILG) held its Workshop last September 12, 2008 in Doot Beach related to the Strengthening of Barangay-based Institutions. This event was attended by no less than the DILG Regional Director Atty. Rene K. Burdeos and other ranking DILG personnel. This was made possible through the efforts of DILG Provincial Director Rudy Nasi, a loyal son of Gigaquit.

Some photos as follows:

Tourism Regional Director Visited Gigaquit

Department of Tourism Regional Director Ms. Letty Tan has visited Gigaquit last October 28, 2008 to survey the potential tourist spots in Gigaquit. She came out very impressed and ranked Gigaquit as one of the most promising sites in Caraga. She was particularly impressed with the potential to develop the Baoy area.

Tourism Regional Director Ms. Letty Tan meeting with the Gigaquit municipal officials . . .

Other Photos below . . .