Whether you are an adrenaline junkie, an outdoors lover, or a water enthusiast, the stunning island of Cebu has something for every type of traveller.
This Cebu trip is packed with adventures every day to ensure you get the most of what Cebu has to offer. You'll start the trip by diving on an exciting sardine haul and swimming with turtles at the famous Turtle Bay. Have a unique experience swimming with curious whale sharks in Oslob and relax on the pearly white shores of the Sumilon sandbar.
Although the beaches are some of the most spectacular in the Philipinnes, you will also find a plethora of outdoor activities to do inland. Visit the awe-striking Kawasan Falls, hike up Osmena Peak for panoramic views and explore pristine beaches on Bantayan Island.Whether you are an adrenaline junkie, an outdoors lover, or a water enthusiast, the stunning island of Cebu has something for every type of traveller.
This Cebu trip is packed with adventures every day to ensure you get the most of what Cebu has to offer. You'll start the trip by diving on an exciting sardine haul and swimming with turtles at the famous Turtle Bay. Have a unique experience swimming with curious whale sharks in Oslob and relax on the pearly white shores of the Sumilon sandbar.
Although the beaches are some of the most spectacular in the Philipinnes, you will also find a plethora of outdoor activities to do inland. Visit the awe-striking Kawasan Falls, hike up Osmena Peak for panoramic views and explore pristine beaches on Bantayan Island.
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Highlights of this Trip
Quench your thirst for diving and snorkelling with the sardine run in Moalboal.
Canyoneer through surreal rivers, streams, lakes, and rocks.
Unwind on the powdery white sands of Virgin Island in Bantayan
Itinerary
Day 1
Moalboal, Badian and Kawasan Falls
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Kick off your Cebu trip with a diving experience through a sardine run at Moalboal and swim along with the turtles at Turtle bay. Immerse yourself in an invigorating canyoneering experience. Enjoy the adrenaline rush as you navigate yourself through cliffs, streams, rivers, rocks, and lakes. Then, you can feel a sense of accomplishment as you complete a course of jumping from cliffs and waterfalls. Finally, trek your way to Kawasan Falls and get the chance to admire nature as you rest there.
Accommodation
Sole E Mare Beach Resort★3 star
Activities
Sardine Run in Moalboal
Badian Canyoneering Adventure
Kawasan Falls
Transportations
Private Driver from Marina Village Dive Resort to Moalboal
Private Driver from Moalboal to Badian
Private Driver from Kawasan Falls to Marina Village Dive Resort
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Moalboal
Badian
Alegría
Day 2
Oslob and Sumilon Island
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On day two, swim with the gentle giants that are the famous whale sharks in Oslob. Bask under the sun on the powdery shore of Sumilon and gaze in awe as you witness Tumalog Falls cascading right before your eyes. Then proceed to Osmena Peak for a challenging hike and reward yourself with a stunning 360-degree view of the surrounding landscape.
Accommodation
Rublin Hotel Cebu
Activities
Snorkelling with Whale Sharks in Oslob
Sumilon Island Sand Bar
Tumalog FallsOptional Activity
Cuartel RuinsOptional Activity
Osmena Peak
Restaurants
Paul & Madz Restaurant
Transportations
Private Driver from Marina Village Dive Resort to Oslob
Boat from Bangcogon to Sumilon Island Sand Bar
Boat from Bangcogon to Sumilon Island Sand Bar
Private Driver from Tumalog Falls to Osmeña Peak
Private Driver from Osmeña Peak to Rublin Hotel Cebu
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Moalboal
Oslob
Central Visayas
Badian
Cebu City
Day 3
Mactan Island Hopping
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Quench your thirst for diving and snorkelling with a Mactan Island hopping experience today. First off is Hilutungan Island, a popular sanctuary and dive site. The channel offers pockets of heaven beneath deep blue waters brimming with marine life. Next, have fun snorkelling all day long at Caohagan Island. Lastly, you can enjoy water photography at Nalusuan Island because of its shallow waters.
Accommodation
Rublin Hotel Cebu
Activities
Mactan Island Hopping Experience
Transportations
Private Driver from Cebu City to Mactan
Private Driver from Mactan to Cebu City
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Cebu City
Cordova
Day 4
Bantayan Island
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Don’t leave Cebu without enjoying its hidden gems in the north. Bantayan, for one, offers a peaceful and laidback experience. Beach bum in Paradise Beach’s long stretch of powdery white sand on its shores. Fill your camera with beautiful pictures at Mangrove Ecopark and Butterfly Garden. Then, visit the island’s local bamboo workshop and have your name engraved in one of the products.
Accommodation
Anika Island Resort★3 star
Activities
Santa Fe Butterfly Garden
Obo-ob Mangrove Garden
Bantayan Bamboo Innovation Workshop
Ogtong Cave
German Ruins Santa Fe
Paradise Beach
Kota Beach
Transportations
Private Driver from Rublin Hotel Cebu to Hagnaya Port
Ferry from Hagnaya Port to Santa Fe Port
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Cebu City
Santa Fe
Bantayan
Consolacion
Central Visayas
Day 5
Bantayan Island
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On the final day of your Cebu trip, discover a wide selection of seafood at Baigad Seafood Market and bargain your way to affordable scallops, shrimps, and squids. After that, discover the rich and diverse marine sanctuary in Jilantagaan through snorkelling and meditate at the peaceful Virgin Island.
Activities
Bantayan Island Hopping
Transportations
Boat from Anika Island Resort to Hilutungan Island
Boat from Virgin Island to Anika Island Resort
Private Driver from Anika Island Resort to Santa Fe Port
Ferry from Santa Fe Port to Hagnaya Port
Private Driver from Hagnaya Port to Cebu City
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Santa Fe
Central Visayas
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What’s included?
4 nights accommodation
15 activities
4 breakfasts and 4 lunches
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Notes
Includes Round Trip Ferry to Bantayan Island as well.
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Benefits of this trip
Philippines in 5 days
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