Samal Island is a tropical paradise located off the coast of Davao City in Mindanao in the Philippines. Famed for its idyllic beaches, pearl farms, and crystal-clear waters, Samal Island is just 5.5 km from Davao International Airport.
There is no bridge from the mainland near Davao International Airport to Samal Island, so vehicles and patrons board a ferry at Samal Ferry Wharf to get to the island. You must take a taxi to get from the Davao Airport to Samal Island Wharf.
The cheapest and most comfortable option is to book a private taxi and have a driver who will pick you up at the airport, drive their vehicle onto the ferry, and take you all the way to the door of your accommodation on Samal Island. Another option is to hail a taxi at Davao Airport, get dropped off at the ferry wharf, take the ferry to the island on foot, and find another taxi to your accommodation once on the island. Including the 10-minute taxi to Samal Ferry Wharf and the 20-minute ferry ride, the trip will take around 30 minutes excluding waiting times, and cost just €2.30 (PHP 140).
Alternatively, you can take a taxi from Davao Airport to Samal Island and then board a bus at the ferry wharf. Your bus will travel to the island on the ferry. This will take around 30 minutes, including the taxi and ferry. In total, this will cost around €2.80 (PHP 170) per person.
Opt for a private taxi with Welcome Pickups for a seamless travel experience from Davao Airport to Samal Island. This way, you won’t need to worry about bus timetables and waiting times, and you’ll also enjoy benefits like low-cost, fixed fares, secure pre-payment, and flexible cancellation.
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