The Port of Cagayan de Oro is among the busiest in the country and has since expanded. Departing passengers will have to pay a terminal fee of around 10 Pesos per person. Keep your coins on hand to avoid inconveniences. Non-passengers are not allowed to get in the terminal. Prepare your boat ticket.

Be early in the terminal, especially during important Philippine holidays (Christmas and Holy Week).  Depending on the ferry company, a passenger must go through several procedures. These might include being photographed, having one's belonging scanned by X-ray machines, being frisked (be alert during this process) and sniffed by K9 dogs.