Several tourism destinations in Glan, Sarangani have reopened several weeks after the magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the province on June 8, 2026.

According to the Sarangani Provincial Information Office, the town’s tourism industry is beginning to recover with 16 beach resorts reopening.

Glan tourism officer Rhoa Wadingan confirmed that the Office of the Building Official authorized these resorts to resume operations after passing structural and safety inspections.

The first batch of resorts that reopened includes five in Taluya; four in Gumasa – home of the renowned SarBay Festival – three in Cablalan; and one each in Barangays Kapatan, Lago, Tango, and Pangyan.

Wandingan said the establishments accredited by the Department of Tourism (DOT) that sustained severe structural damage are expected to resume business by the end of July 2026.

Governor Rogelio Pacquiao welcomed this development, saying that while public safety remains the top priority, reopening establishments is an essential step in restoring the livelihood of workers who depend on the local tourism industry.

The destructive tremor altered the town’s coastline significantly with authorities confirming extensive coastal uplift in several areas.

Despite the changes in topography, Wandingan said only one registered resort in Pangyan affected directly.

The provincial government said the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape reported that the coastal uplift spans about 373 hectares across five coastal barangays, including Pangyan, Small Margus, Big Margus, Batulaki, and San Jose.

Authorities added that the damage to seagrass beds and coral reefs was estimated at around P45 billion.

Warning signs have already been put up to restrict public access to the area affected by the coastal uplift while assessment continues.

Authorities also clarified that although the resorts have begun accepting guests, areas affected directly by coastal uplift, along with waters nearby, will remain closed to the public until clearance is issued.