Sagay

Sagay is a city in Negros Occidental, located on the northern coast of Negros Island facing the Visayan Sea. It is home to the Sagay Marine Reserve, one of the largest marine protected areas in the Philippines, featuring coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests. The city is also a major fishing port and sugar-producing centre.

By land

Sagay is on the national highway between Cadiz (30 minutes west) and San Carlos (30 minutes east). Buses and vans pass through.

By plane

The nearest airport is Bacolod-Silay Airport (BCD), about 2 hours away.

Tricycles and jeepneys serve the city.

• Sagay Marine Reserve — A 32,000-hectare protected area with coral reefs and marine biodiversity.

• Carbin Reef — A marine sanctuary within the reserve with a viewing platform, excellent for snorkelling.

• Panal Beach — A long stretch of grey-sand beach.

• Sagay City Plaza — The central park.

• Sagay Church (St. Joseph the Worker) — The main Catholic church.

• Mangrove Eco-Park — A boardwalk through the mangroves.

• Snorkelling at Carbin Reef — The main attraction, with abundant marine life.

• Island hopping in the marine reserve — Tour the reef systems and islets.

• Mangrove boardwalk tour — Walk through the mangrove forest.

• Visit the Sagay Fish Port — One of the largest fish ports in Negros.

• Dolphin watching in the Visayan Sea — Seasonal dolphin sightings.

• Seafood — Fresh fish, crabs, prawns, and squid.
• Negrense dishes — Chicken inasal, cansi, and KBL.

• Buko juice — Fresh coconut water available.
• Coffee — Served at local eateries.

• Sagay Beach Resort — A beach resort near the marine reserve.
• Sagay City Hotel — A mid-range hotel.
• Sagay Lodge — Budget accommodation.

• Dried fish and seafood — Sagay is a major fishing hub.
• Sagay Public Market — Fresh seafood and produce.

• Cadiz — 30 minutes west.
• San Carlos — 30 minutes east.
• Carbin Reef — 20 minutes by boat.
• Lakawon Island — 30 minutes by boat from nearby Cadiz.