Private boat hire in Siargao Shapeshifter: a private boat for the day.

About 800 m from Tuloy, a 13-minute walk · Back Road, next to Tropical Temple · checked 12 October 2026

A private speed boat over clear turquoise water — Photo: D Dmitri on Google Maps

Shapeshifter Rentals on the Back Road runs private speed boat trips only, so there are no strangers on your boat and you set your own times. Island hopping, snorkeling, a sunset cruise or the long run to Sohoton.

What Shapeshifter offers

Private speed boats only, 60hp to 200hp
Island hopping to Corregidor, Guyam and Naked Island, up to five hours
Snorkel trips to up to two reefs
Sunset cruises through the mangroves to Naked and Guyam Island
Sohoton day and overnight trips, plus land and camping trips

A Shapeshifter speed boat anchored off a palm-lined beach — Photo: Felipe Poudereux Rios on Google Maps

A sandbar island seen from above with a small boat — Photo: Noa Greco on Google Maps

Good to know

Their trip pages list a sunset cruise from 8,000 for two people (October 2026; currency not stated on the page).
Sohoton prices change weekly with fuel.
Bring a long-sleeve rash guard, a sun hat and a towel.
You need to climb back into the boat from the water; non-swimmers snorkel in life vests.
Photos and drone video are included on some trips.

How to book Shapeshifter

Message them on WhatsApp, which their site says is the fastest way to get a reply.

See Shapeshifter trips ↗ Google Maps ↗ Directions from Tuloy ↗

Staying with us? Tick Private boat when you request your room. You can book Shapeshifter yourself, or press Please handle all of this for me and we arrange it for you at 20% on top.

Artist's impression of Tuloy Siargao in the golden hour: ten doors over two floors — Artist's impression

Where to stay near Shapeshifter

Stay a 13-minute walk from Shapeshifter.

Tuloy is ten private ensuite rooms by the month in Catangnan, General Luna: a real desk, Starlink with a fiber backup, air-conditioning and housekeeping, with the pool and the coworking space next door. Monthly stays from ₱35,000.

Request your room → See the rooms

Questions people ask

Can I hire a private boat in Siargao?

Yes. Shapeshifter rents private speed boats for island hopping, snorkeling, sunset cruises and Sohoton.

How much is a private sunset cruise?

Shapeshifter lists 8,000 for two people on its small boat, per its trip page in October 2026.

What should I bring on a snorkel trip?

A long-sleeve rash guard, a sun hat and a towel, per Shapeshifter.

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