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DAY TOURS FOR CEBU
❯❯ Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Twin City Tour
❯❯ Cebu City + Highland Vista Tour
❯❯ Cebu City Tour + Simala Shrine
❯❯ Cebu Highland Vista Tour
❯❯ Bohol Day Tour From Cebu
AQUATIC TOURS FOR CEBU
❯❯ Private Mactan Island Hopping Tour: Caohagan Island + Hilutungan Island + Nalusuan Island
❯❯ Private Mactan Island Hopping Tour: Hilutungan Island + Nalusuan Island
❯❯ Private Mactan Island Hopping Tour: Hilutungan Island + Pandanon Island
❯❯ Whale Shark Encounter Tour
❯❯ Whale Shark Encounter + Sumilon Sandbar
❯❯ Whale Shark Encounter + Kawasan Falls
❯❯ Whale Shark Encounter + Moalboal Island Hopping Tour
CANYONEERING
❯❯ Badian Canyoneering + Kawasan Falls
❯❯ Whale Shark Encounter + Badian Canyoneering + Kawasan Falls
❯❯ Osmeña Peak + Badian Canyoneering + Kawasan Falls
ACTIVITIES FOR CEBU
DIVE FOR CEBU
❯❯ Mactan Fun Dive for Certified Divers
❯❯ Dive with Whale Sharks in Oslob
❯❯ Sardine Run Dive in Moalboal
❯❯ Dive with Thresher Sharks in Malapascua
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
SEACRAFT RENTAL
SPA & WELLNESS
EVENTS FOR CEBU
Day Tours for Cebu
CEBU & LAPU-LAPU TWIN CITY TOUR
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Completed in December 2000 by artist Eduardo Castrillo, the Heritage of Cebu Monument is a tableau of sculptures made of concrete, bronze, brass, and steel depicting important segments of the history of Cebu. / Team Javalava
Exploring Mactan Shrine with guests from Indonesia / Team Javalava
The history of Magellan's Cross traces its roots back to 1521 when Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan set foot and began propagating the Roman Catholic faith in what is now Cebu. / Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBCTY
Duration: 6 hours
Pick up: 9 AM
Highlights: Magellan’s Shrine & Lapu-Lapu Monument, Alegre Guitar Factory, Magellan’s Cross, Basilica del Santo Niño, Heritage of Cebu Monument, Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House, San Pedro Calungsod Shrine, Lunch
Discover the island province of Cebu, listed as one of the best islands in the world by luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler and prestigious travel company Big 7 Travel, with this day tour of two of its cities… the capital city which is also named Cebu, and the neighboring City of Lapu-Lapu. We begin the day with a visit to Mactan Shrine, the site of the Battle of Mactan that witnessed the death of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan at the hands of Chief Lapu-Lapu on April 27, 1521. The site hosts two important landmarks dedicated to the two key figures in the historic battle… Magellan’s Shrine & Lapu-Lapu Monument. Afterwards we proceed to Alegre Guitar Factory, a pioneer in the guitar manufacturing business, which takes pride in its guitars made from indigenous wood and shell ornaments. Here we can witness up close the production of handmade export-quality guitars. Next, we make our way to Cebu City to feast on a delightful buffet lunch. We then view Magellan’s Cross, an important relic that signifies the birth of Christianity in the Philippines. Located a few steps away is the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño which houses the country’s oldest Catholic relic… the Santo Niño de Cebu, a gift of Ferdinand Magellan and Father Pedro de Valderrama to the wife of Rajah Humabon of Cebu upon their arrival in the Philippines in 1521. We also visit The Heritage of Cebu Monument and Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House before making our way San Pedro Calungsod Shrine. Born in 1654 in the territory of Cebu, Pedro Calungsod suffered religious persecution and martyrdom in Guam in 1672. San Pedro Calungsod is widely venerated as the patron saint of the Philippines, Guam, Cebu, the Filipino youth, altar boys, and overseas Filipino workers. Rolling tour of Colon Street, Fuente Osmeña Circle, and Cebu Provincial Capitol. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Additional PHP 1,000 per group for airport pick up
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 8,618 or USD 160
4-5 persons PHP 6,318 or USD 117
6-9 persons PHP 5,258 or USD 97
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
CEBU CITY + HIGHLAND VISTA TOUR
Sirao Flower Garden is visited not only for its colorful blooms but also for its epic selfie spots. / Team Javalava
Lapu-Lapu is widely celebrated as the first Filipino hero for defeating Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan on April 27, 1521 in what is now known as the Battle of Mactan. / Team Javalava
Temple of Leah is a majestic structure that, like India’s great Taj Mahal, is a symbol of undying love. / Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBCTY2
Duration: 6-7 hours
Pick up: 8 AM
Highlights: Sirao Flower Garden, Temple of Leah, Tops Lookout, Magellan’s Cross, Basilica del Santo Niño, Heritage of Cebu Monument, Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House, San Pedro Calungsod Shrine, Lunch
Get ready for a fun-filled day in some of the most Instagramable spots in Cebu. Located around 17 kilometers from Cebu City, Sirao Flower Garden is an 8,000-square-meter piece of uphill land filled with colorful blooms. Unlike Amsterdam’s famous tulips, the highlight of Sirao is the Celosia flower which fully blooms in October. Sirao features other colorful flora, like Hyacinths and Sunflowers. Here we will also find selfie corners, play houses, fountains, and windmills resembling the fields of Amsterdam. We then make our way to Temple of Leah, a majestic structure that, like India’s great Taj Mahal, is a symbol of undying love. Temple of Leah is Cebuano businessman Teodorico Adarna’s gesture of love to his late wife Leah Albino-Adarna, life partner for 53 years who perished due to lung cancer. Teodorico and Leah are the grandparents of Ellen Adarna, a famous actress in the Philippines. The temple is made up of 24 chambers that house an art gallery, museum, among others, dotted with life-size statues of Roman gladiators, lions, and angels. Wide stone steps give everyone access to the portico and the lobby where a 10-foot brass statue of Leah is placed. Next, we proceed to Tops Lookout. At a height of 610 meters, it’s a great place to enjoy a panoramic view of Cebu City and the nearby Mactan Island and Olango Island. After a hearty lunch, we make our way back to Cebu City to view Magellan’s Cross, an important relic that signifies the birth of Christianity in the Philippines. Located a few steps away is the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño which houses the country’s oldest Catholic relic… the Santo Niño de Cebu, a gift of Ferdinand Magellan and Father Pedro de Valderrama to the wife of Rajah Humabon of Cebu upon their arrival in the Philippines in 1521. We also visit The Heritage of Cebu Monument and Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House before making our way San Pedro Calungsod Shrine. Born in 1654 in the territory of Cebu, Pedro Calungsod suffered religious persecution and martyrdom in Guam in 1672. San Pedro Calungsod is widely venerated as the patron saint of the Philippines, Guam, Cebu, the Filipino youth, altar boys, and overseas Filipino workers. Rolling tour of Colon Street, Fuente Osmeña Circle, and Cebu Provincial Capitol. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 9,508 or USD 176
4-5 persons PHP 6,488 or USD 120
6-9 persons PHP 5,468 or USD 101
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
CEBU CITY TOUR + SIMALA SHRINE
Simala Shrine dominates with its distinctive architecture that is often likened to a fairytale castle earning it the moniker “Religious Disneyland.” / @markmatteo.garcia
Lechon Cebu (Roasted whole pig) was named by American chef and TV host Anthony Bourdain as the “best pig ever.” Don't ever leave Cebu without tasting Ayer’s Lechon and Rico's Lechon. / Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBSML
Duration: 9 hours
Pick up: 7 AM
Highlights: Simala Shrine, Magellan’s Cross, Basilica del Santo Niño, Heritage of Cebu Monument, Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House, San Pedro Calungsod Shrine, Lunch
The highlight of this tour is a visit to Simala Shrine, a Marian monastery nestled in the uphill area of Sibonga, situated around 60 kilometers south of Cebu City with a travel time of about 2 hours. Built in 1998 by Marian Monks from Pampanga, Simala Shrine is the home of the miraculous Birhen sa Simala. Enjoy a pleasant time while praying and meditating in the shrine’s sacred grounds while admiring its distinctive architecture that is often likened to a fairytale castle earning it the moniker “Religious Disneyland.” After a hearty lunch, we make our way back to Cebu City to view Magellan’s Cross, an important relic that signifies the birth of Christianity in the Philippines. Located a few steps away is the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño which houses the country’s oldest Catholic relic… the Santo Niño de Cebu, a gift of Ferdinand Magellan and Father Pedro de Valderrama to the wife of Rajah Humabon of Cebu upon their arrival in the Philippines in 1521. We also visit The Heritage of Cebu Monument and Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House before making our way San Pedro Calungsod Shrine. Born in 1654 in the territory of Cebu, Pedro Calungsod suffered religious persecution and martyrdom in Guam in 1672. San Pedro Calungsod is widely venerated as the patron saint of the Philippines, Guam, Cebu, the Filipino youth, altar boys, and overseas Filipino workers. Rolling tour of Colon Street, Fuente Osmeña Circle, and Cebu Provincial Capitol. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
This octagonal pavilion houses Magellan’s Cross, an important relic that signifies the birth of Christianity in the Philippines. / Team Javalava
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 8,798 or USD 163
4-5 persons PHP 6,108 or USD 113
6-9 persons PHP 4,788 or USD 89
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
CEBU HIGHLAND VISTA TOUR
Tops Lookout serves jaw-dropping panoramic views of the sprawling metropolis.
Located in the lobby of Temple of Leah is this 10-foot brass statue of Leah Albino-Adarna. / Team Javalava
Situated around 2,000 feet above sea level in the mountains of Busay, Top of Cebu is a multi-awarded restaurant serving mouthwatering food and spectacular views. / Top of Cebu
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBRES
Duration: 5 hours
Pick up: 1 PM
Highlights: Sirao Flower Garden, Temple of Leah, Tops Lookout, Resto hopping
Enjoy stunning views and visit some of Cebu’s award-winning restaurants with this afternoon till evening tour. Located around 17 kilometers from Cebu City, Sirao Flower Garden is an 8,000-square-meter piece of uphill land filled with colorful blooms. Unlike Amsterdam’s famous tulips, the highlight of Sirao is the Celosia flower which fully blooms in October. Sirao features other colorful flora, like Hyacinths and Sunflowers. Here we will also find selfie corners, play houses, fountains, and windmills resembling the fields of Amsterdam. We then make our way to Temple of Leah, a majestic structure that, like India’s great Taj Mahal, is a symbol of undying love. Temple of Leah is Cebuano businessman Teodorico Adarna’s gesture of love to his late wife Leah Albino-Adarna, life partner for 53 years who perished due to lung cancer. Teodorico and Leah are the grandparents of Ellen Adarna, a famous actress in the Philippines. The temple is made up of 24 chambers that house an art gallery, museum, among others, dotted with life-size statues of Roman gladiators, lions, and angels. Wide stone steps give everyone access to the portico and the lobby where a 10-foot brass statue of Leah is placed. Next, we proceed to Tops Lookout. At a height of 610 meters, it’s a great place to enjoy a panoramic view of Cebu City and the nearby Mactan Island and Olango Island. Come dinnertime, enjoy resto hopping as we visit Cebu’s finest dining places where you are free to order as you wish on your own account.
▪ La Vie in the Sky (French dining and winery). Pizza foie gras is a must-try.
▪ Balay sa Busay (Filipino food with a modern twist). Lechon tinola, Mixed seafood, and Binagoongang baboy are highly recommended.
▪ Top of Cebu (Awarded as best outdoor dining experience). Try the “Street Sweets of Cebu” platter featuring well-loved Filipino delicacies such as puto, kutsinta, mango, sticky rice, maja, otap, sikwate, and more, served with a siding of tablea.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Food and drinks can be purchased on site on your own account
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 7,248 or USD 134
4-5 persons PHP 4,778 or USD 88
6-9 persons PHP 3,708 or USD 69
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
BOHOL DAY TOUR FROM CEBU
Exploring the Chocolate Hills with guests from Malaysia / Team Javalava
Tarsiers measure around 4-5 inches with large eyes and tails longer than their bodies.
The Loboc Loay River Cruise experience comes with a delightful buffet lunch aboard the floating restaurant as well as an engaging cultural show performed by the local community. / Austin Nicomedez
PRIVATE TOUR WITH SHARED RIVER CRUISE
Tour code: OPTCEBTAG
Duration: 7 hours + 2 hours ferry per way
Pick up: 5 AM for Cebu City hotels, 4:30 AM for Mactan hotels
Highlights: Blood Compact Shrine, Baclayon Church & Museum, Loboc Loay River Cruise with buffet lunch, Loay Backyard Industries, Clarin Ancestral House, Man-Made Mahogany Forest, Tarsier encounter, Chocolate Hills
Explore Cebu’s neighboring island of Bohol with this day tour from Cebu. See the Chocolate Hills, old churches, and the cute Tarsier, a curious primate with enormous eyes. Get ready to explore the breathtaking countryside of Bohol. We visit the Blood Compact Shrine which honors the Sandugo or the blood compact between Bohol’s Datu Sikatuna and Spanish explorer Miguel Lopez de Legazpi. Sandugo is considered as the first treaty of friendship between two different races, religions, and civilizations. We then proceed to Baclayon Church. Originally built out of coral stones and cemented using the white of over millions of eggs, this church which is located facing the sea holds religious relics dating back to the early 16th century. Baclayon Church was declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines in 2010. Next, enjoy a delightful dining experience aboard the Loboc Loay River Cruise where lunch is served while the floating restaurant traverses the length of the jade green colored Loboc River, passing through lush foliage and towering trees. Enjoy an engaging cultural show performed by the local community. We then check out the backyard industries of Loay. This vibrant town not only lives on tourism but also on metalcrafts and handicrafts. Learn the laborious process of making roofing materials from dry nipa leaves and metalworking, where the practices have remained fairly unchanged since the townspeople first started. Witness the traditional way of handcrafting a slab of metal into a variety of tools and weapons, with nothing but the sweat of the artisans and their dedication towards the art. Tourists can even delight in asking for a bolo or machete of their choice to be made for them, as well as try their hand at making and designing their own! Afterwards, we visit Clarin Ancestral House – the museum home of the Clarin family, a prominent family of politicians from Bohol. Afterwards, we pass by the Man-Made Mahogany Forest, a two-kilometer stretch of dense forest seemingly guarding the road on both sides. The trees were planted by local volunteers in the middle of the last century in an effort to reverse the destruction caused by kaingin, a form of slash and burn agriculture that decimated the original forest. Afterwards, prepare to meet the unofficial mascot of Philippine tourism that is the Philippine tarsier (Carlito syrichta), an endangered animal endemic to Bohol. The Tarsier species is believed to be about 45 million years old. They measure around 4-5 inches with large eyes and tails longer than their bodies. Tarsiers are nocturnal and spend their days sleeping on tree branches. We also visit the famous Chocolate Hills — over a thousand haycock-shaped hills that turn into color brown during summer. A true wonder of nature and a sight to behold! After the tour, transfer back to Cebu then back to your hotel.
IMPORTANT: As Tarsiers are usually resting during daytime, please observe silence at the Tarsier Conservation Area. Do not feed the animals and do not use flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ All land transfers in Cebu & Bohol including hotel pick up and drop off
✓ Roundtrip Cebu-Bohol-Cebu fast ferry tickets
✓ Buffet lunch aboard the Loboc Loay River Cruise
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Cebu Pier terminal fee PHP 25 per person
✗ Tagbilaran Port PHP 25 per person
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 13,548 or USD 251
4-5 persons PHP 11,578 or USD 214
6-9 persons PHP 10,838 or USD 201
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
Aquatic Tours for Cebu
PRIVATE MACTAN ISLAND HOPPING TOUR: CAOHAGAN ISLAND + HILUTUNGAN ISLAND + NALUSUAN ISLAND
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBISL
Duration: 6 hours
Pick up: 8 AM for Cebu City hotels, 8:30 AM for Mactan hotels
Highlights: Caohagan Island, Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary, Nalusuan Island, Lunch
Get ready for a fun day under the sun around the beautiful islands near Mactan Island in Cebu. From Mactan Marina Wharf, we board a pumpboat and head off to the first stop of the tour – Caohagan Island. Enjoy frolicking on the beach, explore the nearby Olango Reef Flat, or perhaps walk around the island for cultural exchanges with the local residents. Next we head to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary. Discover the gorgeous marine life all around the area as we dive into the crystal-clear waters that are filled with schools of fish swimming just a few inches away. Afterwards we navigate to Nalusuan Island, a man-made island resort with a beach that is half the size of a football field, surrounded by coral reefs. Here we can enjoy the rest of the day swimming and snorkeling. Sumptuous barbecue lunch will be served. Fun times guaranteed!
Make sure to bring swimming clothes, extra dry clothes, hiking sandals or aqua shoes, beach towel, hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, toiletries, underwater camera or GoPro, and waterproof bag. This is a private tour and comes with a private boat to ensure your utmost enjoyment. Island hopping itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions, rise & fall of tides.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Barbecue lunch, drinking water
✓ Pumpboat, lifevest
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking boat steward
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 10,948 or USD 203
4-5 persons PHP 7,408 or USD 137
6-9 persons PHP 5,598 or USD 104
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
PRIVATE MACTAN ISLAND HOPPING TOUR: HILUTUNGAN ISLAND + NALUSUAN ISLAND
Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary in Bantayan, Cebu is home to thriving marine life and is an excellent location for snorkeling, diving, and swimming. / civitatis.com
Man-made paradise. Nalusuan Island was once a sandbar but was reclaimed in order to create the Nalusuan Island Resort which now occupies the entire island. / @poyah2016
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBISL2
Duration: 6 hours
Pick up: 8 AM for Cebu City hotels, 8:30 AM for Mactan hotels
Highlights: Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary, Nalusuan Island, Lunch
Get ready for a fun day under the sun around the beautiful islands near Mactan Island in Cebu. From Mactan Marina Wharf, we board a pumpboat and head off to the first stop of the tour, Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary. Discover the gorgeous marine life all around the area as we dive into the crystal-clear waters that are filled with schools of fish swimming just a few inches away. Afterwards we navigate to Nalusuan Island, a man-made island resort with a beach that is half the size of a football field, surrounded by coral reefs. Here we can enjoy the rest of the day swimming and snorkeling. Sumptuous barbecue lunch will be served. Fun times guaranteed!
Make sure to bring swimming clothes, extra dry clothes, hiking sandals or aqua shoes, beach towel, hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, toiletries, underwater camera or GoPro, and waterproof bag. This is a private tour and comes with a private boat to ensure your utmost enjoyment. Island hopping itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions, rise & fall of tides.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Barbecue lunch, drinking water
✓ Pumpboat, lifevest
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking boat steward
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Tipping
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
PRIVATE MACTAN ISLAND HOPPING TOUR: HILUTUNGAN ISLAND + PANDANON ISLAND
Though technically part of Bohol, Pandanon Island is one of the stops for this Mactan island hopping tour. Pandanon Island features an immaculate sand bar, crystal clear waters, and pristine white sand beach perfect for swimming. / Ryan Yoo
Advice from the ocean: Be shore of yourself. Come out of your shell. Take time to coast. Avoid pier pressure. Sea life’s beauty. Don’t get so tide down on work that you miss out on life’s beautiful waves. / Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBISL3
Duration: 6 hours
Pick up: 8 AM for Cebu City hotels, 8:30 AM for Mactan hotels
Highlights: Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary, Pandanon Island, Lunch
Get ready for a fun day under the sun around the beautiful islands near Mactan Island in Cebu. From Mactan Marina Wharf, we board a pumpboat and head off to the first stop of the tour, Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary. Discover the gorgeous marine life all around the area as we dive into the crystal-clear waters that are filled with schools of fish swimming just a few inches away. Afterwards we navigate to Pandanon Island to explore its immaculate sandbar, crystal clear waters, and pristine white sand beach perfect for swimming. Pandanon Island lies between Cebu and Bohol but it is politically part of the latter. Sumptuous barbecue lunch will be served. Fun times guaranteed!
Make sure to bring swimming clothes, extra dry clothes, hiking sandals or aqua shoes, beach towel, hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, toiletries, underwater camera or GoPro, and waterproof bag. This is a private tour and comes with a private boat to ensure your utmost enjoyment. Island hopping itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions, rise & fall of tides.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Barbecue lunch, drinking water
✓ Pumpboat, lifevest
✓ Admission fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking boat steward
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Tipping
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
WHALE SHARK ENCOUNTER TOUR
Fun fact: Whale sharks are filter feeders which cannot bite nor chew. Instead, they mostly sieve plankton through their gills for nourishment. When feeding, their mouths can stretch over one meter wide.
Discovered in 2012 by local hikers, Tumalog Falls is an impressive sight to behold because of its sheer height & width. / @sandywadingan
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBWHL
Duration: 10 hours
Pick up: 3 AM
Highlights: Whale shark encounter, Tumalog Falls, Brunch
Get ready for an unforgettable life experience as we go underwater to swim with the Whale sharks that call the town of Oslob their home. You will need to wake up bright and early for this adventure as hotel pick up time is at 3 AM. The trip starts with a scenic three-hour drive along the Southern Cebu coastline. Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are the world’s largest fishes, which can grow up to 40 feet long and weigh an average of 20 tons. Whale sharks are carnivorous, but they don’t pose any threat to humans – they filter plankton through their enormous mouths while swimming on the surface. Swimming with Whale sharks is a unique wildlife interaction that will leave memories to last a lifetime. After the Whale shark encounter, swim and marvel at the amazing Tumalog Falls then enjoy brunch which will be served in a local restaurant. On the way back to Cebu, rolling tour of the historic quarters of Baluarte, Cuartel, Boljoon Church, and finally Carcar Shoe Expo.
IMPORTANT: The Whale shark encounter tour in Oslob provides a larger source of income and employment to a town that historically has a high unemployment rate and also a knock-on effect for the entire economy of Cebu. It also encourages local and foreign visitors alike to advocate for the preservation of Whale sharks and helps to end the hunting of these gentle giants. Furthermore, marine biologists are present to monitor water activities. Please maintain at least 5 meters distance when swimming with Whale sharks. Do not touch, kick, ride, or chase a Whale shark. Don’t block its path. Do not use sunblock lotion and flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Brunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Paddle boat with steward, lifevest
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Optional GoPro rental PHP 500
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 11,168 or USD 207
4-5 persons PHP 8,078 or USD 150
6-9 persons PHP 6,288 or USD 116
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
WHALE SHARK ENCOUNTER + SUMILON SANDBAR
Sumilon Island is actually privately owned with a resort in place. Only the sandbar is open to the public.
Sumilon is a tiny island about 20 minutes by boat from Tan-awan, Oslob. It feautures a divine sandbar that's perfect for relaxing and swimming. Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBWHL2
Duration: 12 hours
Pick up: 3 AM
Highlights: Whale shark encounter, Sumilon Sandbar, Tumalog Falls, Lunch
Get ready for an unforgettable life experience as we go underwater to swim with the Whale sharks that call the town of Oslob their home. You will need to wake up bright and early for this adventure as hotel pick up time is at 3 AM. The trip starts with a scenic three-hour drive along the Southern Cebu coastline. Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are the world’s largest fishes, which can grow up to 40 feet long and weigh an average of 20 tons. Whale sharks are carnivorous, but they don’t pose any threat to humans – they filter plankton through their enormous mouths while swimming on the surface. Swimming with Whale sharks is a unique wildlife interaction that will leave memories to last a lifetime. After the Whale shark encounter, transfer by boat to nearby Sumilon Sandbar to enjoy its divine white sandbar and clear blue water perfect for swimming. Afterwards, return trip by boat then we make our way to Tumalog Falls. Swim and marvel at the amazing Tumalog Falls then enjoy lunch which will be served in a local restaurant. On the way back to Cebu, rolling tour of the historic quarters of Baluarte, Cuartel, Boljoon Church, and finally Carcar Shoe Expo.
IMPORTANT: The Whale shark encounter tour in Oslob provides a larger source of income and employment to a town that historically has a high unemployment rate and also a knock-on effect for the entire economy of Cebu. It also encourages local and foreign visitors alike to advocate for the preservation of Whale sharks and helps to end the hunting of these gentle giants. Furthermore, marine biologists are present to monitor water activities. Please maintain at least 5 meters distance when swimming with Whale sharks. Do not touch, kick, ride, or chase a Whale shark. Don’t block its path. Do not use sunblock lotion and flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions.
Our guests from Malaysia excited to see Whale sharks up close. / Team Javalava
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Pumpboat, paddle boat with steward, lifevest
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Optional GoPro rental PHP 500
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 13,878 or USD 257
4-5 persons PHP 9,648 or USD 179
6-9 persons PHP 7,558 or USD 140
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
WHALE SHARK ENCOUNTER + KAWASAN FALLS
Kawasan Falls is a three-tiered waterfall which features Gatorade-like waters in light blue color during good weather, earning it the moniker “Gatorade Factory.” / Team Javalava
Fun fact: Whale sharks have about 3,000 tiny teeth, less than 1-inch long, that help them eat small shrimps, fishes and plankton.
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBWHL3
Duration: 13 hours
Pick up: 3 AM
Highlights: Whale shark encounter, Kawasan Falls, Lunch
Get ready for an unforgettable life experience as we go underwater to swim with the Whale sharks that call the town of Oslob their home. You will need to wake up bright and early for this adventure as hotel pick up time is at 3 AM. The trip starts with a scenic three-hour drive along the Southern Cebu coastline. Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are the world’s largest fishes, which can grow up to 40 feet long and weigh an average of 20 tons. Whale sharks are carnivorous, but they don’t pose any threat to humans – they filter plankton through their enormous mouths while swimming on the surface. Swimming with Whale sharks is a unique wildlife interaction that will leave memories to last a lifetime. After the Whale shark encounter, we proceed to Kawasan Falls, a three-tiered waterfall which features Gatorade-like waters in light blue color during good weather, earning it the moniker “Gatorade Factory.” To reach Kawasan Falls, we trek for around 15-20 minutes from the main road. Once we reach the Falls, you can swim in the cool water pools surrounded by lush green forests. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
IMPORTANT: The Whale shark encounter tour in Oslob provides a larger source of income and employment to a town that historically has a high unemployment rate and also a knock-on effect for the entire economy of Cebu. It also encourages local and foreign visitors alike to advocate for the preservation of Whale sharks and helps to end the hunting of these gentle giants. Furthermore, marine biologists are present to monitor water activities. Please maintain at least 5 meters distance when swimming with Whale sharks. Do not touch, kick, ride, or chase a Whale shark. Don’t block its path. Do not use sunblock lotion and flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Pumpboat, paddle boat with steward, lifevest
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Optional GoPro rental PHP 500
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 14,378 or USD 266
4-5 persons PHP 10,048 or USD 186
6-9 persons PHP 8,008 or USD 148
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
WHALE SHARK ENCOUNTER + MOALBOAL ISLAND HOPPING TOUR
A daily occurrence in the waters of Moalboal, the Sardine run is a huge group hundreds of tiny Sardines (Sardinella longiceps) that congregate into one enormous school, and swimming as if a single unit. / cbonthego.com
Moalboal island hopping with guests from Europe / Team Javalava
The waters of Moalboal are frequented by Hawksbill turtles, Loggerhead turtles, and Green turtles. Fun fact: Sea turtles are among the oldest creatures on Earth and have remained essentially unchanged for 110 million years. / Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBWHL4
Duration: 13 hours
Pick up: 3 AM
Highlights: Whale shark encounter, Moalboal island hopping tour to Turtle Point, Pescador Island, Sardine run, Lunch
Get ready for an unforgettable life experience as we go underwater to swim with the Whale sharks that call the town of Oslob their home. You will need to wake up bright and early for this adventure as hotel pick up time is at 3 AM. The trip starts with a scenic three-hour drive along the Southern Cebu coastline. Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are the world’s largest fishes, which can grow up to 40 feet long and weigh an average of 20 tons. Whale sharks are carnivorous, but they don’t pose any threat to humans – they filter plankton through their enormous mouths while swimming on the surface. Swimming with Whale sharks is a unique wildlife interaction that will leave memories to last a lifetime. Afterwards, we proceed to Moalboal where we hop on another boat to explore its diverse underwater treasures. The Sardine run is the most well-known attraction of Moalboal. The Sardine run is a huge group of hundreds of tiny Sardines (Sardinella longiceps) that congregate into one enormous school, and swim in synch. The surrounding reef is covered with hard and soft corals and is inhabited by the typical reef dwellers and the occasional Sea turtles. The waters of Moalboal are frequented by Hawksbill turtles, Loggerhead turtles, and Green turtles. Imagine swimming with Whale sharks, hundreds of Sardines, and Sea turtles all in one day. This is one experience not to be missed! Pescador Island will be sure to impress with the incredible species we might run into including Frogfish, Cuttlefish, Ornate ghost pipefish, Moray eels, all kinds of tiny shrimp and crabs, and countless other critters, hiding in very healthy corals around the island. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
IMPORTANT: The Whale shark encounter tour in Oslob provides a larger source of income and employment to a town that historically has a high unemployment rate and also a knock-on effect for the entire economy of Cebu. It also encourages local and foreign visitors alike to advocate for the preservation of Whale sharks and helps to end the hunting of these gentle giants. Furthermore, marine biologists are present to monitor water activities. Please maintain at least 5 meters distance when swimming with Whale sharks. Do not touch, kick, ride, or chase a Whale shark or Sea turtle. Don’t block its path. Do not use sunblock lotion and flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Pumpboat, paddle boat with steward, lifevest
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Optional GoPro rental PHP 500
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 16,558 or USD 307
4-5 persons PHP 11,548 or USD 214
6-9 persons PHP 8,938 or USD 166
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
Canyoneering for Cebu
BADIAN CANYONEERING + KAWASAN FALLS
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBCYN
Duration: 10 hours
Pick up: 6 AM
Highlights: Badian canyoneering, Kawasan Falls, Lunch
Get ready to face your fear of heights and jump into an adrenaline-pumping canyoneering tour to Kawasan Falls. Canyoneering is making your way down a stream or falls by climbing, jumping, sliding, and abseiling. At Kawasan Falls we jump and slide our way from top to bottom passing through all levels of the falls until we reach the 12-meter tall main waterfall. Together with a highly skilled guide, get ready to brave through 3-5 hours of trekking, jumping off 20-50 feet canyons into refreshing water pools, and so much more. Before that, we gear up with the latest safety equipment. At the end of the tour, we will reach the stunning Kawasan Falls and here, we can swim in the cool water pools surrounded by lush green forests. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
Canyoneering is making your way down a stream or falls by climbing, jumping, sliding, and abseiling. At Kawasan Falls we jump and slide our way from top to bottom passing through all levels of the falls until we reach the 12-meter tall main waterfall. / Team Javalava
Accompanied by a highly skilled guide, get ready to brave through 3-5 hours of trekking, jumping off 20-50 feet canyons into refreshing water pools, and so much more. / Team Javalava
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Canyoneering tour with lifevest, helmet
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide & canyoneering guide
✓ Insurance
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 12,158 or USD 225
4-5 persons PHP 8,618 or USD 160
6-9 persons PHP 6,958 or USD 129
Pregnant women, children 1-3 years, and those with heart or blood pressure conditions, back & neck disorders, motion sickness, or dizziness are prohibited.
WHALE SHARK ENCOUNTER + BADIAN CANYONEERING + KAWASAN FALLS
Face your fear of heights and jump into an adrenaline-pumping canyoneering tour to Kawasan Falls. / MJ Tangonan
Go with the flow! The cool temperature of the flowing river provides relief and a jolt of much-needed energy to finish the canyoneering tour. / Team Javalava
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBWHL5
Duration: 12 hours
Pick up: 3 AM
Highlights: Whale shark encounter, Badian canyoneering, Kawasan Falls, Lunch
Get ready for an unforgettable life experience as we go underwater to swim with the Whale sharks that call the town of Oslob their home. You will need to wake up bright and early for this adventure as hotel pick up time is at 3 AM. The trip starts with a scenic three-hour drive along the Southern Cebu coastline. Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are the world’s largest fishes, which can grow up to 40 feet long and weigh an average of 20 tons. Whale sharks are carnivorous, but they don’t pose any threat to humans – they filter plankton through their enormous mouths while swimming on the surface. Swimming with Whale sharks is a unique wildlife interaction that will leave memories to last a lifetime. Afterwards, get ready to face your fear of heights and jump into an adrenaline-pumping canyoneering tour to Kawasan Falls. Canyoneering is making your way down a stream or falls by climbing, jumping, sliding, and abseiling. At Kawasan Falls we jump and slide our way from top to bottom passing through all levels of the falls until we reach the 12-meter tall main waterfall. Together with a highly skilled guide, get ready to brave through 3-5 hours of trekking, jumping off 20-50 feet canyons into refreshing water pools, and so much more. Before that, we gear up with the latest safety equipment. At the end of the tour, we will reach the stunning Kawasan Falls and here, we can swim in the cool water pools surrounded by lush green forests. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
IMPORTANT: The Whale shark encounter tour in Oslob provides a larger source of income and employment to a town that historically has a high unemployment rate and also a knock-on effect for the entire economy of Cebu. It also encourages local and foreign visitors alike to advocate for the preservation of Whale sharks and helps to end the hunting of these gentle giants. Furthermore, marine biologists are present to monitor water activities. Please maintain at least 5 meters distance when swimming with Whale sharks. Do not touch, kick, ride, or chase a Whale shark. Don’t block its path. Do not use sunblock lotion and flash photography. Let’s respect animals and their natural habitat whenever we do wildlife interactions.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Paddle boat with steward, lifevest
✓ Canyoneering tour with lifevest, helmet
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide & canyoneering guide
✓ Insurance
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Optional GoPro rental PHP 500
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 16,108 or USD 298
4-5 persons PHP 11,658 or USD 216
6-9 persons PHP 9,248 or USD 171
Pregnant women, children 1-3 years, and those with heart or blood pressure conditions, back & neck disorders, motion sickness, or dizziness are prohibited.
OSMEÑA PEAK + BADIAN CANYONEERING + KAWASAN FALLS
Many often liken the view at Osmeña Peak to Bohol’s Chocolate Hills, but instead of rolling curved mounds, the hills here have sharp protruding peaks.
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTCEBOSM
Duration: 12 hours
Pick up: 6 AM
Highlights: Osmeña Peak, Badian canyoneering, Kawasan Falls, Lunch
Osmeña Peak is one of the highest points on the island of Cebu. Standing 1,013 meters above sea level, this stunning site offers a dramatic view of jagged cliffs with a view of the sea in the distance. Locals often liken the view to Bohol’s Chocolate Hills, but instead of rolling curved mounds, the hills here have sharp protruding peaks. The tour begins with a two-hour drive from Cebu City to Dalaguete. The hike to Osmeña Peak is a short 15-20 minutes along a narrow, rocky path passing by thinly forested areas and farmer’s crops while enjoying the crisp and cool highland climate. Afterwards, get ready to face your fear of heights and jump into an adrenaline-pumping canyoneering tour to Kawasan Falls. Canyoneering is making your way down a stream or falls by climbing, jumping, sliding, and abseiling. At Kawasan Falls we jump and slide our way from top to bottom passing through all levels of the falls until we reach the 12-meter tall main waterfall. Together with a highly skilled guide, get ready to brave through 3-5 hours of trekking, jumping off 20-50 feet canyons into refreshing water pools, and so much more. Before that, we gear up with the latest safety equipment. At the end of the tour, we will reach the stunning Kawasan Falls and here, we can swim in the cool water pools surrounded by lush green forests. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Lunch
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Admission fees
✓ Canyoneering activity with lifevest, helmet
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour guide & canyoneering guide
✓ Insurance
✗ Tipping
Pregnant women, children 1-3 years, and those with heart or blood pressure conditions, back & neck disorders, motion sickness, or dizziness are prohibited.
Activities for Cebu
CEBU SKY EXPERIENCE ADVENTURE
Sky Walk Extreme will give you a natural high by walking on translucent glass flooring on the edge of the Crown Regency Hotel & Towers 126.55 meters high above the street.
The Edge Coaster will get your adrenaline pumping as it goes around the edge of the building, even tilting 55 degrees while you enjoy the spectacular view of the city.
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTACTCEBSKY
Duration: 3 hours
Pick up: 3 PM
Highlights: Edge Coaster Ride, Sky Walk Extreme, Buffet dinner
Unleash your fearless side as we take you to greater heights with the Sky Experience Adventure located on the 37th floor of Cebu’s second tallest building yet. Enjoy these attractions:
▪ Sky Walk Extreme: The country’s first ever Sky Walk Extreme will give you that natural high by walking around translucent glass flooring on the edge of the Crown Regency Hotel & Towers with an overhead safety harness at the main outer rim of the building, 126.55 meters high above the street. Whether you do your Sky Walk Extreme in the morning or at nighttime, expect to see a spectacle from the breathtaking view of the city.
▪ Edge Coaster: The Edge Coaster is a ride that goes around the edge of the building high above on the 38th floor of the tower while riders are securely fastened onto a rail seat. Riders can indulge in a breathtaking panorama of the entire Cebu landscape 130.84 meters above ground. Adding to the excitement, the seat will tilt 55 degrees while you enjoy the spectacular view of the city.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Sky Experience Adventure admission and rides
✓ International buffet dinner
✓ Light snack, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking tour coordinator
✗ Tipping
Children 1-3 years old free of charge. Full rate for 4 years old and above.
MACTAN WATER SPORTS:
PARASAIL, JETS SKI & BANANA BOAT
PRIVATE TOUR
Tour code: OPTACTCEBPRS
Duration: 4 hours
Pick up: 8 AM
Highlights: Parasailing, Jet Ski ride, Banana boat ride
Adrenaline junkies and the adventurous will have a blast with this day activity with passes to three exciting water sports activities. Enjoy viewing the coastline of Mactan from above as you go parasailing. Feel the rush of the wind and splash of the water aboard a Jet Ski and banana boat. Book now and enjoy some fast thrills around the island of Mactan.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Parasailing experience, Jet Ski ride, and banana boat ride (15 minutes per activity)
✓ Lifevest, towel
✓ Safety gear
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking water sports instructor & crew
✗ Tipping
RATE PER PERSON
2-3 persons PHP 9,438 or USD 175
4-5 persons PHP 8,558 or USD 158
6-9 persons PHP 8,068 or USD 149
Participants must be 8-60 years old
CEBU SUNSET CRUISE
SHARED CRUISE
Tour code: OPTACTCEBCRS
Duration: 2 hours
Set sail on a two-hour yacht ride aboard a luxurious trimaran yacht that will take you around the Mactan Channel where you'll be treated to spectacular views of the sunset as you sail. Board the spacious vessel at the Cebu Yacht Club then simply relax as you're taken out into the open waters. Enjoy the warm tropical breeze with your companion and indulge in free-flowing drinks throughout your cruise. Dig into an appetizing dinner feast as you watch the golden sun set into the horizon and the city lights on shore begin to appear. The cruise departs from Cebu Yacht Club at 5 PM.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Two hours shared sunset cruise along the Mactan Channel
✓ Barbecue dinner
✓ Free-flowing drinks (Beer, wine, soda)
✓ Snacks
✗ Optional hotel pick up or drop off at PHP 1,500 per car (2-3 pax) one way, PHP 3,000 per van (4-9 pax) one way
✗ Tipping
Children 1-5 years free of charge
Dive for Cebu
MACTAN CEBU FUN DIVE FOR CERTIFIED DIVERS
Tour code: OPTACTCEBDYV
Duration: 10 hours
From diving at 3 meters to 100 meters on a wreck or for a trimix hypoxic course, there is a lot of dive sites around Mactan. All levels of scuba divers will enjoy diving in Mactan as there is so much for every type of dive from underwater caverns, freshwater cave diving, shallow shipwrecks, to deep penetration technical wrecks diving. Enjoy two dives and choose among the following dive sites:
▪ Marigondon Cave, an underwater cavern over 40 meters long
▪ House Reef
▪ Kontiki Reef, a shallow flat area suitable for novice divers
▪ Tambuli, known for its airplane wreck lying 20 meters below the water surface
▪ Talima Marine Sanctuary, a vast plateau with walls covered with soft and hard corals, big sea fans and beautiful gorgonians. It houses Groupers, Snappers, and schools of Sweetlips
▪ San Vincente Marine Sanctuary
▪ Hilutungan & Nalusuan Marine Sanctuaries. The first dive site (Hilutungan) is known for its schools of big fishes. The second dive site (Nalusuan) is known for the huge fields of plate corals and colorful reef fishes shoaling around.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Pumpboat, dive gear, tanks & weights
✓ Marine park fees
✓ Barbecue lunch, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking dive guide
✗ Optional hotel pick up or drop off at PHP 1,500 per car (2-3 pax) one way, PHP 3,000 per van (4-9 pax) one way
DIVE WITH WHALE SHARKS IN OSLOB
Tour code: OPTACTCEBDYV2
Duration: 10 hours
Pick up: 5 AM
Get ready for an unforgettable life experience as we go underwater to dive with the Whale sharks that call Oslob, Cebu their home. You will need to wake up bright and early for this adventure as hotel pick up time is at 5 AM. The trip starts with a scenic three-hour drive along the Southern Cebu coastline. Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are the world’s largest fishes, which can grow up to 40 feet long and weigh an average of 20 tons. Whale sharks are carnivorous, but they don’t pose any threat to humans – they filter plankton through their enormous mouths while swimming on the surface. Swimming with Whale sharks is a unique wildlife interaction that will leave memories to last a lifetime. After the Whale shark encounter, swim and marvel at the amazing Tumalog Falls then enjoy brunch which will be served in a local restaurant. On the way back to Cebu, rolling tour of Baluarte, Cuartel, Boljoon Church and Carcar Shoe Expo.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Pumpboat, dive gear, tanks & weights
✓ Marine park fees
✓ Lunch, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking dive guide & tour coordinator
✗ Tipping
SARDINE RUN DIVE IN MOALBOAL
Tour code: OPTACTCEBDYV3
Duration: 10 hours
Pick up: 5 AM
One of the most remarkable dive locations in the Philippines is Moalboal in Cebu. If you have only a limited time in the Philippines and want the best possible dives, Moalboal is a highly recommended place to go. The day begins with a two-hour scenic drive to the town of Moalboal. Hop on a pumpboat and enjoy two dives and choose among the following: Sardine run (Shore diving), Turtle Point, or Pescador Island. The Sardine run is the most well-known attraction of Moalboal. The Sardine run is a huge group hundreds of tiny sardines (Sardinella longiceps) that congregate into one enormous school, and swim in synch. The location for this dive is a house reef consisting of a shallow coral plateau that leads to an impressive drop-off with a steep wall plummeting to depths of more than 60 meters (170 feet). The reef is covered with hard and soft corals and is inhabited by the typical reef dwellers and the occasional Sea turtles. Pescador Island will be sure to impress with the incredible species we might run into including Frogfish, Cuttlefish, Ornate ghost pipefish, Moray eels, all kinds of tiny shrimp and crabs, and countless other critters, hiding in very healthy corals around the island. This is one experience not to be missed.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Pumpboat, dive gear, tanks & weights
✓ Marine park fees
✓ Lunch, bottled drinking water
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking dive guide & tour coordinator
✗ Tipping
DIVE WITH THRESHER SHARKS IN MALAPASCUA
Tour code: OPTACTCEBDYV4
Duration: 12 hours
Pick up: 3 AM
Malapascua Island is located at the northernmost tip of Cebu. The island is known for its pristine white sand beaches and dive sites like the Monad Shoal, the ONLY place in the world where you can dive with Thresher sharks (Alopias pelagicus) everyday. From Cebu City, travel time to Maya Port is approximately 4 hours. From the port, the island is 30 minutes away by pumpboat. On good days, divers have reported seeing up to 5 sharks at any one time as close as 4-5 meters away during dives. Although Thresher sharks can occasionally be seen at Monad Shoal later in the day, the early morning is the best chance to see them as the Cleaner fishes sleep overnight, waking up hungry with empty stomachs. We also navigate to Chocolate Island teeming with marine life such as Frog fish, Ornate ghost pipefish, Blue-ringed octopus, Flamboyant cuttlefish, Seahorse, Squid, Nudibranchs, and so much more.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation with fully vaccinated driver
✓ Pick up and drop off to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or bus terminal
✓ Pumpboat, dive gear, tanks & weights
✓ Marine park fees
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking dive guide & tour coordinator
✗ Tipping
Airport Transfers for Cebu
CEBU AIRPORT & SEAPORT TRANSFERS
PRIVATE TRANSFERS
Tour code: OPTACTCEBTRN
Book your Cebu airport and seaport transfers with us and enjoy seamless transfers from the airport or seaport to your hotel and vice versa. Our modern fleet partnered with our courteous drivers will ensure safe and timely transfers.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Seamless private transfers from the airport or seaport to your hotel & vice versa
✓ Fuel
✓ Service of fully vaccinated, Filipino or English-speaking driver & port or airport representative
RATES PER UNIT PER WAY
Car PHP 2,500 or USD 46 per unit
Van PHP 4,000 or USD 74 per unit
Maximum 2 persons per car, 6-8 persons per van depending on the quantity and size of luggage.
Seacraft Rental for Cebu
CEBU YACHT RENTAL
TOUR CODE: OPTACTCEBYCT
Duration: 2 hours
Rent a private yacht and cruise around Cebu like a boss. The Catamaran is 65 feet long with a sturdy wide beam built for smooth cruising. Fifty guests can be accommodated in extreme comfort. The deck offers shade and comfortable seating, all to enjoy the views of Philippine waters. The yacht and the full-time crew of four will cruise around the beautiful islands of Cebu, providing you with the holiday experience of a lifetime. The yacht can be chartered for diving, snorkeling, bird watching, light and deep fishing, sunset cruising, honeymoon trips, birthday parties, teambuilding, and wedding photo shoots.
INCLUSIONS
✓ Fully vaccinated, well-trained, and experienced crew
✓ Lifeguard on standby
✓ Fuel
✓ Drinking water
✓ Lifevest, towels
✓ Two large stairways for easy access to the water
✓ Bluetooth sound system
✓ Dining area, generator
✓ Toilet
✓ Outdoor seats
✓ Passenger insurance
✗ Optional hotel pick up or drop off at PHP 1,500 per car (2-3 pax) one way, PHP 3,000 per van (4-9 pax) one way
✗ Snorkeling gear (For health reasons, please bring your own.)
✗ Tipping
RATE PER UNIT
1-20 persons PHP 65,000 or USD 1,204
21-34 persons PHP 80,000 or USD 1,481
35-50 persons PHP 110,000 or USD 2,037
Spa & Wellness
AUM HILOT MASSAGE
Tour code: OPTACTCEBSPA1
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: Aum Spa at Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Experience the age-old Filipino art of healing at Aum Spa, awarded by the World Luxury Spa Awards as the Philippines' Best Resort Spa. This treatment restores balance to your entire body’s circulation and allows your energies to flow. Warm strips of banana leaves are placed on the back and pulled gently in an outward sweeping motion to see if they meet any path of resistance, which may indicate a problematic area. The method has been handed down from generation to generation throughout the islands of the Philippines. This thorough head to toe massage attunes your senses and is designed to ease your body’s common pains while balancing your body’s energies. This treatment includes free use of the relaxation pavilion, changing room, steam room, outdoor Jacuzzi, and spa pool.
❯❯ REQUEST FOR A QUOTATION
AUM SHELL MASSAGE
Tour code: OPTACTCEBSPA2
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: Aum Spa at Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Cowrie shells coated in virgin coconut oil are used on the main stress points – head, neck, and back – for deeper tissue work to relieve soreness and overworked muscles. This treatment includes free use of the relaxation pavilion, changing room, steam room, outdoor Jacuzzi, and spa pool.
AUM HOT STONE MASSAGE
Tour code: OPTACTCEBSPA3
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: Aum Spa at Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Pamper yourself with this deep tissue massage with invigorating hot stone therapy. This treatment includes free use of the relaxation pavilion, changing room, steam room, outdoor Jacuzzi, and spa pool.
Events for Cebu
CEBU GALA EVENT WITH PRIVATE VENUE
TOUR CODE: OPTACTCEBVNT
Create and host the most memorable gala dinner in Cebu for your awards ceremony, anniversary, congress, sales meeting, or incentive. Choose among a wide selection of private venues, whether indoor or outdoor. Enjoy hassle-free events handling by our highly skilled events managers who will see to it everything is arranged perfectly from your food & beverage, decorations, to entertainment, and more. Furthermore, Cebu’s gastronomic offerings will delight even the most jaded foodie. Consider adding Lechon Cebu to the menu. Dubbed “the best pig ever” by food critic Anthony Bourdain, Lechon Cebu will surely please your taste buds and make any party extra special. Talk to us and let’s plan an event to remember.
