Siquijor Coast Guard announces Holy Week trip cancellations

SIQUIJOR, Philippines — Travelers planning to visit the enchanting island province of Siquijor or departing from its shores this Holy Week are advised to take note of significant changes to ferry schedules. The Coast Guard Station Siquijor has issued a public advisory announcing the cancellation of several shipping vessel trips within its area of responsibility, primarily impacting routes connecting the island to Negros Oriental and Cebu.

The advisory specifies the following disruptions to normal operations:

• Maayo Shipping Inc. – Larena to Liloan
  • No trips on April 3 and 4
  • Regular trips will resume on April 5
• Montenegro Shipping – Siquijor to Dumaguete
  • No trips on April 3
  • Regular trips will resume on April 5

The Coast Guard Station Siquijor strongly urges all passengers whose travel plans are affected by these cancellations to immediately coordinate directly with Maayo Shipping Inc. and Montenegro Shipping Lines for rebooking, refunds, or updated information. This proactive coordination is crucial to mitigate travel inconveniences during this peak season.

Authorities emphasize the importance of public cooperation and vigilance, advising travelers to continuously monitor official advisories from the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), and local port authorities for any further updates or changes, especially as Holy Week progresses.

For more details, you may also visit the Montenegro Shipping Lines and Maayo Shipping operator page where their contact information is available.