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Oslob Whale Sharks and Moalboal Sardine Run, Sea Turtles Tour
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Oslob Whale Sharks and Moalboal Sardine Run, Sea Turtles Tour

By Fun Group Cebu
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A tour for snorkeling lovers which contains snorkeling with Whale Sharks for a lifetime memory in Oslob, and swimming with a large school of sardines and sea turtles at the finest diving and snorkeling spot, Moalboal. We provide safe and secure tours with licensed and experienced guides and *insurance! Experienced guides certified by the Philippines Department of Tourism will take you around, so you don't need to worry about anything. You can enjoy a fulfilling tour with insurance! *Insurance coverage requires the submission of the names and dates of birth of all participants for age verification.
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Ages 7-75, max of 20 per group
Duration: 14h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Towel rental
  • Life jackets
  • Access to clean shower and bathroom
  • Guide and Driver
  • Travel Accident Insurance
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Admission fee
  • Oslob Paid Waiting Facility (BCD) Fee
  • Moalboal Amo Diving fee
  • Bottled water
  • GoPro rental (Including latest model HERO12) Please request upon booking!
What's not included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Underwater photography fee taken by boatmen (150PHP)


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Pick-up time will be between 3:00 and 4:00 a.m. Pick-up is offered only from hotels in Cebu City and Mactan Island. The exact pick-up time will be notified the day before the tour. Please let us know the name of your hotel at the time of booking. Pick-up from Oslob or Moalboal can only be cater as a private tour, so please contact us.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Mactan Intl Airport, Philippines
      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: 237616P7

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
        • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • For safety reasons, children under 7 years old are not allowed on the tour.
        • You can wait for your turn to snorkel in Oslob (30 minutes to 1 hour) in the comfort of our dedicated waiting area (BCD'S PLACE).
        • We recommend that you bring your own anti-sickness medicine, since the travel time by car is relatively long and the roads are very bumpy.
        • The schedule for the day may be subject to change due to weather conditions. In the event of inclement weather, changes will be at the discretion of the guide on the day of the tour.
        • For insurance purposes, we will require the names and dates of birth of all participants in order to verify the age. Failure to provide this information will result in your ineligibility for insurance.
        • Insurance cannot be provided for those who are 76 years and older; however, you may participate if you purchase own insurance.
        • The entrance fee for the Oslob area may be increased by the Philippine government in the future. In the event that this increase occurs after your reservation has been confirmed, please be aware that the tour price may also be adjusted accordingly. In such cases, you will be required to pay the increased amount on-site.
        • 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 20 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: 237616P7

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        • Fun Group Cebu
          101
          Cebu City, Philippines
          Joined in January 2020
        • jirowaters
          0 contributions
          2.0 of 5 bubbles
          Do Not Bother With This Tour - Save Your Money
          Ironically, this company is named “Fun Group,” which is ironic because it is not fun. I do not recommend the Island Hoping tour unless you have never been snorkeling in your life before, and never been to a nice beach or waters anywhere in the world before (including other places iin the Philippines). Also, this is not really an “island hopping trip.” You do not get off the boat at the first stop, you jump in the water off an island (rather dirty water), you proceed to the second island where you get off the boat to walk around a tiny island with nothing on it to see except a small private resort, and then do a little more snorkeling, and then finally you will go to a slightly larger island where people live with a very mediocre beach. The last island is full of roosters and stray dogs and basically is just trap to get you to buy souvenirs from the locals. Highs: 1) Our guide, Norvina, was very nice and even though this tour was a total letdown, she did her job well and cared about our well-being and attempted to make sure we were having a good time. 2) We did not get sick from the BBQ lunch – quite a surprise. Lows: 1) BE WARNED, the engine on these boats are very very loud – I highly recommend brining noise cancelling earbuds, headphone, or industrial grade earplugs/protection. I wish they had warned us. 2) The boat is very very slow. I am not sure if they did this on purpose to make it feel like your tour is longer than it is so you feel like your getting your money’s worth, but it was the slowest boat I have ever been on. 3) If it is low tide expect the water to be full of seaweed and kind of dirty. 4) They only provide two bottles of water, and two small cokes. Luckily Norvina asked us if we wanted to buy water before we got on the boat, which we did. However, I have been on many boat tours before and never had to buy extra water, because at the bare minimum water is usually included. 5) There Is very little to see snorkeling, I have been snorkeling many times and there was hardly anything to see except the same species of fish over and over again. We could have seen the same thing just snorkeling in front of our hotel. I do take some responsibility as I should have done some more homework before booking this tour. I booked it because it seemed like a good deal and was pretty affordable, but you get what you pay for. Having been snorkeling all over the world, and having paid for a private boat tour (granted usually much more expensive than this tour was), and this was the worst snorkeling experience I have ever experienced. I should have done more homework and booked a more reputable tour company with more reviews. I was a bit suspicious when I saw the high score, but few reviews for this company, but I didn’t think it was going to be this bad. Also, if you do make the mistake of booking this tour, be warned that if the tide is low the water at the first stop is kind of gros sand dirty with a lot of garbage and seaweed. So bad we almost did not get in. Overall, this was an awful experience, and if it were not for the fact that our guide tried really hard, I would give this tour a 1 star rating and call it a scam. Be warned! This tour is only for people who have never been anywhere before and who have never snorkeled before. If you are used to a more comfortable, high-end experience DO NOT book this tour! You will almost certainly be disappointed.
          Written 8 January 2025
        • Nomad15226230143
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day outing to explore the ocean
          宿霧的第三天,我們選擇了這個跳三個島嶼的海上行程;整個接送的過程非常的流暢,而且沒有耽誤太多的時間。正值過年的假期,但是在路上並沒有太多的耽誤。 這是一個八個人的小型旅遊團,船上的空間也非常的寬敞舒適,三個島嶼各有特色,唯一的缺點是早上的環境並沒有整理得太好,不過浮潛的品質還算是優良,只是太多的團體太多的船同時都聚集在同一個浮潛的地點有一點點擁擠。船上的午餐簡單,但是很美味,導遊跟船家都非常的友善,也都把整個行程做到很流暢。很棒的一日遊,也很清楚就了解宿霧所在的海洋環境,非常推薦。 Great staffs and great organization, we enjoyed all three islands. Lunch is well prepared and also tasty. The snorkeling is fantastic even kind of crowded when all the boat tours came together. Wishing less damage to the environment, especially corals and ocean animals. First visit to Cebu and was thinking of white sandy beaches and turquoise blue water. The tour is small only 8 passengers, very efficient in transportation. Luckily we did not get too much traffic during this coming new year holidays.
          Written 29 December 2024
        • 704edwarc
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Best tour
          I was one of the best tour That I have done here in Cebu I would highly recommend this tour they are so nice and friendly and funny.
          Written 4 December 2024
        • E2192CJnaomih
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A Must Do
          Super fun and must do! The staff and crew are awesome- so helpful and lovely. They were always ready to give a hand, literally, when boarding on/off, taking photos etc.. They recorded us snorkeling and we downloaded the videos directly to our phone. I probably totally overpaid the fisherman for the fresh seafood but being an American I know they can use that money.. but be prepared to bring some cash. I wasn’t fully aware of that option and honestly would have negotiated the seafood we bought. The staff cooked it for us and was very yummy. Highly recommend and remember to bring cash to tip the crew- they work super hard!
          Written 17 November 2024
        • lonniew787
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Island Hopping Tour
          I had an amazing time. Jess (driver) and Mae (tour guide) were two exceptional individuals. Jess is a great driver, and Mae’s attitude and her high level of professionalism made this tour worthwhile. She’s a very welcoming person and the passion that she has about her work that made the Philippines that much more beautiful. Even the boat crew were fun. I’m glad I chose this trip. I highly recommend if you’re in Cebu to take advantage of this trip and to request Mae. You won’t be disappointed.
          Written 28 October 2024
        • kenichiroh2024
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          You should experience!
          Whale sharks were so close! The Sumilon Island was so amazing. Depends on the weather but it’s so nice during our visit. :):)
          Written 15 August 2024
        • sahoo90
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A great day
          The sea was so beautiful! We were able to take lots of photos with a GoPro. Even though I don't understand much English, I was able to enjoy myself without worry!
          Written 29 July 2024
        • israeln217
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Best waters
          The most spectacular beaches and waters we’ve ever seen! The boat crew and driver were great. The tour guides were nice but didn’t try too much at conversations. They were mostly on their phones. Overall still greatly positive.
          Written 21 July 2024
        • Trail766803
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Sardine run, turtle watching and waterfalls - Australian review.
          The trip is split into two parts. The first part was the sardine run and the turtle viewing. The waters are crystal clear and there are SO MANY sardines present. I thought we would have to go far from the shore but it’s more like a drop off close to the shore which is very nice. We also saw some barracuda, jelly fish, lots of other colourful fish and a turtle!! He was so cute. There is a good amount of time to swim and the guide was fantastic. You can hire flippers also for 150p so you can swim further down which was helpful. The second part was the falls. They are BEAUTIFUL! You can swim under them and they provide life jackets for such. The photos we took here are really nice. Definitely recommend bringing your own snacks and lunch for the day however the tour guide did stop at the 7/11 for us which was awesome! They also have a GoPro that you can borrow and they will upload all the photos and videos for you to your phone before you leave. Definitely recommend. :)
          Written 3 July 2024
        • Ðana M
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          CEBU day tour
          Was nice tour, visiting Garden, Church and Fort. Not tiring and very convenient. Tour guide is super kind and helpful. Highly recommend for half day activity.
          Written 24 June 2024
        • peorm2
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Whale Sharks and Sumilon Island
          The trip was so amazing! Can't believe the size and gratefulness of the whale sharks. We got so close to them :) I highly recommend it and our tour guides were fantastic!! 10 out of 10
          Written 12 June 2024
        • KavinPhil
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Cebú - Enjoyable Tour
          Nice tour, though long drive to Sirao Garden, worth the trip, our guide Norvino shared many interesting history facts and made the trip enjoyable. The Santi Nino Bastila is a must, take your time and enjoy the atmosphere feel the reverence. All in all an interesting tour made enjoyable by Norvino. Don’t forget to have a bottle of water and hat handy as it gets pretty hot!
          Written 19 April 2024
        • nicolewP1164RR
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Must do
          Had a great time on this tour with our lovely and very sweet female guide. Her name escapes me now but the tour was on March 8th so I hope the business gives her some credit. The stops were very nice. The water was beautiful. The tour company provides water, towels, lunch, snorkels and a go pro! We got some great pics and had a wonderful day on the boat. The two men driving were very friendly and the ride was smooth. TONS of fish snorkeling and the guys gave you fish food to draw them near. Crystal clear water. Overall great time. Highly recommend.
          Written 16 March 2024
        • mohanda2019
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Contact number
          Dear Gents can you contact me I want to book 9291884461 I want to book bohol tour for tomorrow Kindly give me your contact or your what's up
          Written 29 February 2020
        • Tebowglobal
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fantastic experience of swimming with large Sharks!
          It was much better than I expected to swim with large sharks!! Sharks swam almost next to me. You must try this unforgettable experience in Cebu!
          Written 17 February 2020
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        Justin M
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2025 • Solo
        Very well done tour. The staff is super respectful and runs a smooth operation! They keep your belongings safe while you are with the whale sharks and snorkeling so it makes it very easy to enjoy the experience. The animals are absolutely incredible. The guides at Moalboal are very good about taking pictures for you if you hand them your camera while you’re in the water. At Oslob you have to pay for that (but you can rent the camera itself for free I believe, I brought my own)
        Written 9 January 2025
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        It’s fantastic to hear that you had such a great experience! Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we’re glad we could make your visit memorable. Hope to see you again soon!
        Written 16 January 2025
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        おやじ さ
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2024 • Couples
        Thank you very much for your help this time.
        It may have been a time of year, but I was prepared to wait for an hour or two, but I'm lucky not to have one♪
        The waves were calm and I enjoyed it.
        There were several sea turtles, small and large, that came to the shallows and looked good.
        If you have turtle and sardine Guides take underwater photos, you may want to tip them.
        The Guide also taught me a lot about the Philippines, and I learned a lot.
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        Written 20 October 2024
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        この度はFun Group Cebuのツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございます! ツアーにご満足いただけたようで、こちらも大変嬉しく存じます。 またのご参加をお待ちしております!
        Written 5 November 2024
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        Global39170768578
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2024 • Family
        Whale shark
        He was cute. I couldn't swim, I couldn't leave the ship's outrider because there were so many waves.
        I couldn't go out to sea like the others. But if I can go again next time, I want to brave it. The sardine tunnel in the afternoon was cancelled due to poor weather, so I will go see it again next time.
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        Written 28 July 2024
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        Livia E
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2025 • Family
        The whale shark experience is really amazing. Ethics aside, you get incredibly close to them - more than one of us actually got bumped into. You’re about 10 ppl/boat and get taken into the midst of the whale sharks, so we got to see several of them swimming back and forth amidst us. There’s some waiting time involved and there’s room for improving the logistics, but all in all a really special experience.

        The monkeys were social and approached to take the pieces of fruits that we got to give them. All ages, including babies still climbing on to their mothers.

        The falls were closed (lack of water) and instead we went snorkeling in Moalboal. Excellent snorkling with massive sardine run, big turtles and smaller, colourful fish. The guides were great and made sure we got to the best spots. However I would have liked to be informed of the change if destination beforehand.
        Written 22 January 2025
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        Road29339374112
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        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Friends
        Amazing oslob trip with tour guide Farrah! She is so nice! Friendly, helped us alot. Appreciate all the local guide which guided us throughout the trip and took alot of nice photos for us
        Written 4 May 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you so much for taking the Oslob whale shark and Moalboal tour and sharing your comments. We are glad to hear the guide Farrah helped you and you had a great time. We hope to see you again.
        Written 6 May 2024
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        Rikako A
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        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2025 • Family
        It was a long road trip, but it was a great experience. I went there with my younger child and my elderly mother, but I was able to sleep on the move, and most importantly I was able to experience something new. I was able to see both whale sharks and turtles very close. Thank you very much.
        Long-sleeved, long pants are recommended as they can sting jellyfish.
        Also, it was cold in the car. There was about two hours from the whale shark spot to the sea turtle spot, but I could choose to ride as I was wet or after changing clothes, but I thought it would be difficult to wear a wet bathing suit for the sea turtles again, so I wiped it down well, but the cooler was cold. Of course, it is possible to have the cooler turned off, but it was difficult to say because there are others.
        You will have more luggage, but you may want to have two swimsuits.
        The guides and drivers were very helpful in taking care of us.
        If I have another chance, I would like to take other family members with me.
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        Written 9 January 2025
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        この度は、貴重なご感想をお寄せいただき、ありがとうございます。ご家族皆様にとっての新しい経験が素晴らしいものとなり、私たちも大変嬉しく思っております。 また、移動中の快適さについての貴重なご意見もありがとうございます。お客様からいただいたアドバイスを参考に、より良いサービスを提供できるよう努めてまいります。 次回もぜひご家族皆様でお越しいただけることを楽しみにしております。ご参加いただき、ありがとうございました!
        Written 16 January 2025
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        Henrik M
        Bad Vilbel, Germany10 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Super organized tour with Cebu Fun Group. Our guide Mae gave us comprehensive information during the trip and organized the day perfectly. There were toilet and coffee breaks during the long drive as well as an extensive lunch break after the Moalboal snorkel tour. Mae looked after us very friendly and always inquired about our well-being. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience with memories. We will definitely come back and book again anytime with Cebu Fun Group Tours.
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        Written 13 November 2024
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        Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We appreciate your positive words and will be sure to pass along the kind message to our guide. Hope to see you again soon!
        Written 18 November 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Jim
        Los Angeles, CA7 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2024 • Couples
        Our tour guide Mae was wonderful. Even though the road was rough due to on going construction, the driver gave us a comfortable ride. They took good care of us at the boat dock and on the seas shore. We saw whale sharks and beautiful turtles along with reefs and reef fish. It was a great experience.
        Written 26 December 2024
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        We’re thrilled to know you enjoyed your time with us! Your positive feedback means a lot and we will pass along your kind words to our guide. Thank you for choosing us!
        Written 6 January 2025
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        いづみ 篠
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2024 • Couples
        We snorkeled the coveted Oslob whale shark, the Sea Turtle Sardine Tornado at Moal Bowl!
        I was able to see it really close and sensitive!

        We also enjoyed the trip thanks to the care of our Guide Fara♡

        I also want to use it when I come to Cebu!
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        Written 10 July 2024
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        この度はFun Group Cebuのツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございます! ツアーにご満足いただけたようで大変嬉しく存じます。 またのご参加をお待ちしております!
        Written 30 July 2024
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        由紀子 森
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2023 • Couples
        It was a wonderful experience.
        I was so impressed to see the whale sharks and sea turtles up close! The sardine tornado was also fantastic!
        The guide and driver were very kind and friendly, and they took lots of photos and videos for me, which made for a wonderful memory.
        It was early in the morning and the distance was long, but I'm glad I went.
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        Written 22 January 2024
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        Fun Groupツアーにご参加ありがとうございました。また、レビューの投稿もいただきありがとうございます。素晴らしい体験をされ、素敵な思い出を作っていただけたようで大変うれしく思います。また、機会がございましたらFun Groupツアーをご利用いただけますと幸いです。お待ちしております。
        Written 26 January 2024
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