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Cebu Whaleshark Tour
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Cebu Whaleshark Tour

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"From your hotel lobby, embark on a 3-hour journey to Oslob, located south of Cebu, for an unforgettable experience of seeing and swimming with whale sharks. The interaction lasts about 30 minutes. Upon arrival in Oslolo, we'll change into rash guards or swimwear and prepare for a briefing, take our life jackets and snorkel gear. We then take a small boat to the interaction area, where you'll have the chance to swim and snorkel with these gentle giants. Don't worry it you're not a strong swimmer-life jackets are provided. Next, we'll head to sumilon Island for some beach lounging, snorkeling in the sanctuary to spot Nemo, or simply relaxing with stunning sea valley views. Afterward, we return to the mainland and take a dip in the refreshing Tumalog Falls Well then transter to our vehicle for the drive back to the city. Please be aware that whale shark sightings are not guaranteed; on rare occasions, they may not appear or only one may be visible-therefore, refunds are not provided.
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Ages 5-100, max of 15 per group
Duration: 12h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Guide
  • Entry/Admission - Cebu Island
What's not included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 102538P30

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 102538P30

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        • Naidles Cruise & Tours
          22
          Lapu Lapu, Philippines
          Joined in October 2018
        • iGRiMR3AP3R
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A must do in Cebu, enjoy all the sights!
          A fantastic and very full day out. Plenty of time to enjoy the so many different sights and locations on the tour. Really covers a lot of the important sights to see and enjoy. Relaxed and not rushed, the guides were very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.
          Written 25 May 2024
        • W2833FOec
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Yumm
          I’ve come here 3 times and traveled throughout Philippines eating bbq pork fresh off the grill And native plants in dishes Safe to eat That’s all I eat during my month at a time of being here from america
          Written 14 April 2024
        • Darnelleprice
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very much worth the early start!!
          What a fun day! We were hesitant about the 4hr each way travel time from our hotel in Mactan but it was so worth it. A ‘local’ style breakfast along the way fuelled us for the wonderful experience which began with a scooter ride up the road, followed by a zip wire ride (worth the small extra fee) to the start of the canyon. Beautiful warm milky blue waters, plenty of (optional) cliff jumps, rope swings, waterfalls… It was lovely to see more of the island and experience some of the natural beauty that Cebu has to offer.
          Written 10 April 2024
        • Rowelen V
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very educational and the guide Jojo was very professional and knowledgeable of every nooks and cranny of the place.
          Full of wonders and history. An enjoyable experience. Still with many more to see and learn but our time is very limited so we have to run.
          Written 20 June 2023
        • Victor M
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Bohol Attractions
          Don`t miss this attraction if you are visiting Cebu. They are a wonderous sight. Also see the Tarsiers on Bohol Island. We also visited the Floating Restaurant which takes diners up and down the river.
          Written 6 March 2023
        • 599daphneu
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very Good
          Thank you Cherry! Everything was great, the driver and Lelia were all fantastic and had clear communication from the time we booked. It is a big day but you get breakfast and lunch in between activities. The drive itself is quite long but very pretty.
          Written 3 March 2023
        • kenjosephhortelano
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          i love whalshark
          my first time to see the whaleshark its been very amusing to me that a little giant exist in just our backyard
          Written 25 January 2023
        • jdjoann
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Worth it! Go be part of a school of fishes, swim with a turtle, appreciate the corals and have a canyoneering rush!
          Wonderful place for awesome experiences. Have fun with the sardine run!! Have leisurely walk/swim with a pawikan. Appreciate the corals. Have a canyoneering rush! Pros Friendly people Affordable - php500 per pax package for the sardine run+pawikan+coral and php1500 per pax for canyoneering (includes lunch). Package includes rent for basic gear (snorkel and life vest) and 2 expert guides who happen to be brothers and are safety focused and take really good underwater pictures (contact: Charlie Tundag 09557280005) You can rent extras - gopro @php500, fins for snorkeling , footwear for canyoneering Shower area available - with minimal pay (manage expectations - think outdoor rustic) Cons Jellyfish!!!! And more jellyfish!!!! Notes Better to do this first before going to sumilon/oslob; if planning on renting a gopro and having more underwater photoexperienced guides - negotiate to have them also for the sumilon island snorkeling and oslob butanding/whale shark experience (the oslob gopro were dated and the guides there had limited expertise in taking pics) Best to have your own gear ie snorkel, fins, mojos/footwear If planning for all activities to be done in a day - start early!!! There are canteens/food establishments by the sardine run area Lockers are available for a minimal fee When planning an overnight - check in before sundown as navigating can be tricky (narrow dark and winding roads with dead ends) Be prepared for jellyfish stings Lots of affordable/budget lodging (for oslob - we highly recommend castroverde homestay with its free unending coffee and drinking water, hammocks for outside relaxation and friendly and helpful staff; for moalboal - Oyo RN Guesthouse had a clean room for us even when we booked really late at nivht)
          Written 6 January 2023
        • Bernard T
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          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fun but very long
          Overall the day was great. Whale sharks are awesome had many pictures. I went on a Monday and it was not crowded. If you want to avoid crowded go during the week. Canyoneering was ok the beginning is great 5 jumps in like 20 minutes. Then the distance between jumps only becomes longer and longer. I have an injured hip from when I was in the military and the long walks were difficult. I did make it to the end but I really wish I know it would be 4 hours of walking before I signed up. Like I said in the beginning overall the day was great. I have many great pictures and memories but I will never go Canyoneering again once is enough lol
          Written 19 September 2022
        • mehb2022
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Day tour Oslob, Sumilon & Kawasan
          We did this tour this week with me and my daughter. Amazing tour and very well organised by the company. Leila was very good and very efficient as the tour company planner and our guide Cherry was excellent and very helpful and courteous. Our tour car driver Bryan was excellent and very professional. The day tour was just very well planned, great iteniery and also the food stops. The team at Kawasan falls were also very good including our guide Roland on the falls. Very knowledgeable and courteous. Thank you Leila and Cherry. Good luck for the season. From Mehernosh.
          Written 11 April 2022
        • ikjm
          0 contributions
          3.0 of 5 bubbles
          Underwhelming
          Our trip started with a cancellation and then a no show which added to the journey time. Once out of Cebu City the roads are terrible so it was a very uncomfortable 2 hours. We arrived to chaos and frankly given how crowded you are on the boat as well in the water, it is simply not worth it. Too many people in the water vying for their video or picture. The Whale Sharks were delightful but only for a half hour. The waterfall was the same, crowded and uninspiring. The trip back took 5 hours as traffic was awful. I don't recommend this at all. I know people have to make money and they are all very nice but it simply isn't worth it.
          Written 26 December 2019
        • niknaklew4359
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fabulous
          Fabulous when you get there - get there very early or it is a long wait, after a long early journey, we left at 4am! Beware of all other swimmers too they can be very aggressive! Kawasaki falls are beautiful and so nice to swim in on a hot and sweaty day.
          Written 11 December 2019
        • Christine Q
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing day!!!
          A brilliant and packed day of experiences and travel in Cebu making memories we will never forget. We were so well looked after with thoughtful touches of pillows and fans for our comfort. We were expertly guided and given help and information throughout the day. I would thoroughly recommend the tour for its variety and value for money.
          Written 21 November 2019
        • Jeff O
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day in Bohol!
          We had such a great time in Bohol! First class service all of the way! Leila met us at hotel and took us to the train station. Once we arrived in Bohol we were greeted by Bing and we were off. Bing was very knowledgeable and a local to the island. Our driver Fidel was quiet but cracked a few smiles throughout the day. The Chocolate Hills were amazing and the Tarsiers were so cute. Our mini river cruise with lunch was delicious and it was neat to meet the Ati tribe. We really enjoyed our special one day tour and would highly recommend this company.
          Written 17 September 2019
        • medicarekev
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Marine Reserve was great!
          Cost about $125 for 12 people on a 4-hr trip which included a great lunch and snorkling in a marine reserve with 10's of thousands of fish! Worth every penny.
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        Julie J
        Prague, Czech Republic4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        It was a completely unique experience that one will never forget.
        It's a big tourist attraction, which means it took over three hours to get to the sharks, but the result was worth it.
        All tourists are trained in what they can and can't do, you get vests (you can/don't take them off when swimming), diving goggles, a snorkel and fins. Your guide is with you on the boat (ours had a go camera with it, so we have beautiful photos and videos).
        You spend around half an hour with the shark, with a quick dive under the water as soon as the plankton-feeding shark approaches.
        Overall, we had an indescribable feeling about it, and it's exactly the kind of experience you have to experience for yourself.
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        Written 26 December 2023
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        Thank you!
        Written 28 December 2023
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        Christopher E
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2023 • Friends
        Had the best time of my life scuba diving with the whale sharks. It felt like a real life Avatar! I was pretty nervous beforehand but the instructors were great and I felt like I knew what I was doing when I got in the water. I couldn't believe the size of the whale sharks! I 100% want to do it again one day and have been urging friends and family to give it a go.

        The driver Joel made sure to get us there on time and our guide Amalia was very helpful. I left my shoes at the waterfall and they went back for me to find them.

        It was an amazing day and incredible experience.
        Written 2 February 2023
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        Thanks much!
        Written 28 December 2023
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        Corey E
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2024 • Family
        This was an amazing adventure. Our guide was top notch and she made us feel like family. I definitely will return and book this same tour. I left wanting more.
        Description is as it says.
        Written 13 March 2024
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        thank u so much! ❤️
        Written 15 March 2024
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