Dinagat Island

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Dinagat Island is a small island in the Philippines, located on the south side of Leyte Gulf in the province of Surigao del Norte. Leyte is to the west, across Surigao Strait, and Mindanao is to the south. Dinagat is about 60 km from north to south.

It has great rock climbing and white sand beaches.

Dinagat Island, situated on the north-eastern part of the province is a Shangri-La of adventurers. Its caves, rock formations and mountain lakes provide a perfect ambience for the thrill seeker and highly-strung individuals. It is also the seat of the greatest and historic Battle of Surigao Strait during the World War II and the entry point of the American Liberation forces before the momentous return of Gen. Douglas MacArthur in Leyte.

It is known as one of the holiest sites on the islands in the Pre-christian native religion where the God of Hurricanes was persuaded to relent his attacks on the islands by Da the god of peace.

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