Lakawon Island
Also known as: Lakawon sandspit
Small island with sand spits and turquoise flats
Wind & season
Wind, water and season at this Negros Occidental (Cadiz), Philippines spot - what to expect and when to come.
Amihan NE Nov to Apr, best Dec to Feb, blowing >15 kn; island also hosts a Habagat SW-season event
E, constant; approx 15-25 kt (est)
Good Dec-Feb (est)
Dec-Feb (Amihan)
Shallow flats affected by tide (est)
Off-season variability; typhoon season
The water
Flat / chop
Calm clear shallows over soft sandy bottom; sand spits form flat water in both corners
Warm approx 28 C (est)
None needed (est)
Skill & group fit
Beginner-friendly; freestyle on the flats
2 (easy)
Learners and freestyle riders
Resort island, good for groups and families
Getting there & schools
Lakawon Island (1 km long) off Cadiz Viejo, north Negros; sand spits both corners
Bacolod then land transfer to Cadiz Viejo, boat to island (est)
No fixed school on island; single resort with cottages, bring own gear, 2-3 day stay ideal
Luxury resort (16 ha), restaurant, spa, water toys, weekend DJ parties
SUP, kayak, wakeboard, hobie cat, island tours, parties
Low-key; kite events draw crowds; friendly
Permits & safety
Resort day/boat fees (Confirm.)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Shallow sandy bottom, low hazard - wipeout-safe
Confirm.
Bacolod/Cadiz mainland facilities (est)
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand wind-sport spot report. Coordinates are approximate.