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Cebu South in One Day: Whale Sharks, Kawasan Canyoneering and the Moalboal Sardine Run

Cebu, PhilippinesAbout 15 hoursGuided in English

A long, full day down Cebu's south coast: whale sharks at Oslob at dawn, canyoneering to Kawasan Falls, then snorkelling with the sardines and turtles of Moalboal.

About 15 hoursExplore at your own pace
Small group; private option on requestKeeps the experience personal
EnglishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • Whale sharks at Oslob
  • Canyoneering through the Kawasan canyon
  • The Moalboal sardine run
  • Sea turtles on the reef
  • Transport for the whole day

Full description

This is Cebu’s big adventure day, and it starts in the dark. A pre-dawn pickup in Cebu City gets you to Oslob on the south-east coast for the morning whale-shark watching, when you snorkel or watch from a small boat as the sharks feed near the surface.

You then cross the island to Badian for canyoneering: in helmet and life jacket you jump, slide and swim down a limestone canyon of turquoise water with a guide, finishing at the cascades of Kawasan Falls. The day ends on the west coast at Moalboal, snorkelling off Panagsama with the famous sardine run, a shimmering school of millions of fish, and looking for the sea turtles that graze on the reef. Expect to be back in Cebu City late in the evening.

Itinerary

  1. Pre-dawn pickup

    Leave Cebu City around 3 to 4 am for the drive south.

  2. Oslob whale sharks

    Briefing, then snorkel or watch from the boat for your allotted time.

  3. Kawasan canyoneering

    Drive to Badian for a guided canyoneering route ending at Kawasan Falls.

  4. Moalboal

    Snorkel with the sardine run and look for turtles off Panagsama Beach.

  5. Return

    Drive back to Cebu City, arriving in the late evening.

Included

  • Pickup and drop-off in Cebu City or Mactan
  • Air-conditioned transport for the day
  • Whale-shark watching fee and snorkel boat at Oslob
  • Canyoneering guide, helmet, life jacket and fees
  • Moalboal snorkelling trip with guide and gear

Not included

  • Breakfast, lunch and drinks
  • Aqua shoes and underwater camera rental
  • Tips for your guide and driver (optional)

Meeting point

Pickup from hotels in Cebu City or Mactan (time confirmed with your quote)The exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • Whale-shark watching rules apply: no touching, no flash, no sunscreen in the water, and keep the distance the staff tell you
  • The whale sharks at Oslob are fed by local fishermen, a practice that conservation groups debate; ask us about wild-encounter alternatives if you prefer
  • Canyoneering needs basic swimming ability and reasonable fitness; jumps are optional
  • Sea and weather conditions can change the order or cancel parts of the day
  • This is a very long day with several hours of driving

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

You need to be comfortable in the water. Life jackets are worn for canyoneering and are available for snorkelling.

Are the whale sharks guaranteed?

They are seen on most mornings at Oslob, but they are wild animals and sightings are never guaranteed.

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