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10-Day Sardine Run & Whale Shark Experience

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Extraordinary Experiences

  • Visit the famous Chocolate Hills – one of the most famous attractions in Bohol.
  • Enjoy an exciting adventure of a once in a lifetime experience – swimming with the whale sharks in Oslob.
  • Witness the mind-blowing sardine run surrounding Pescador Island.

Overview

The Phillippines is an archipelago of 7,641 islands and islets, a one-stop country that can give you a full package from its rich culture, a variety of wonderful islands, endless diving spots and incredible nature. The Philippines will spoil you, it has so many activities from wildest adventure and fun escapades up to the more relaxing and laid-back vibes.

This Cebu hopping tour explores Dumaguete, Bohol, and Cebu as you wander for the hidden gems of the sea. Swim across the volcanic island of Dumaguete, wave at one of the giants of the seas in Bohol, and dive along with the school of fish in Cebu.

Discover these unique aspects of the country as you go for a 10-day adventure here in the Philippines.
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Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Begin Your Cebu Hopping Tour!

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Begin Your Cebu Hopping Tour!

When you land in Manila, a private car will pick you up and take you to your hotel in Makati, Manila's central business and tourism district. After checking in, you'll have the rest of the day to explore the city as you wish. A particular highlight is the walled city of Intramuros, whose many buildings date back to the Spanish colonial era in the 16th century when Intramuros was considered the capital of the country.

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    Accommodation

    Coro Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Coro Hotel

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    Destinations

    Makati

Day 2

Flight to Dumaguete

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Flight to Dumaguete

On this day, you will fly to Dumaguete for your first adventure. Your trip will take most of the day when you arrive, you can rest at the hotel. No activities are planned for today.

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    Accommodation

    Thalatta Dive Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Coro Hotel to Ninoy Aquino International Airport

    Plane from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Dumaguete–Sibulan Airport

    Minivan from Dumaguete–Sibulan Airport to Thalatta Dive Resort

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Makati

    Zamboanguita

Day 3

Apo Island Tour

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Apo Island Tour

In the morning, you will take a boat to Apo Island where you can snorkel in its clear waters to see the spectacular and lively reefs that surround the area. The island is also a good spot to swim with large sea turtles!

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    Accommodation

    Thalatta Dive Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Snorkelling around Apo Island

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Zamboanguita

    Dauin

Day 4

Ferry to Bohol

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Ferry to Bohol

On this day, you will continue your Ceby hopping tour and take a 2-hour ferry ride going to Bohol. Again, today's journey will take up most of the day, so you may want to rest when you get to your new resort.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Minivan from Thalatta Dive Resort to Sibulan Port Terminal

    Ferry from Sibulan Port Terminal to Tagbilaran City Port Terminal

    Minivan from Tagbilaran City Sea Port to Bohol Beach Club

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Zamboanguita

    Panglao

Day 5

Chocolate Hills Tour

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Chocolate Hills Tour

On this day, you will see the beauty that Bohol offers. You will visit the famous Chocolate Hills – one of the most popular attractions in Bohol. The Chocolate Hills seem to be made by human hand but the truth is it’s a magical creation of nature. You will have your lunch in a floating restaurant that sails in Loboc River. Some of the attractions that you will see are the man-made forest or Bilar Forest and the world’s smallest primate – the Tarsier.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chocolate Hills & Tarsier Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Central Visayas

Day 6

Balicasag Island-Hopping

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Balicasag Island-Hopping

In the morning, you will ride a boat to visit some of the magical islands around Bohol. You will visit the “Virgin Island” - a long island in the middle of the sea with floating markets selling various seafood and pearls. You will have a chance to see dolphins jumping in the sea. Then, you will continue sailing towards Balicasag Island where you can do snorkelling to see various colourful corals, fishes, and turtles. Before heading back to the hotel, you will have lunch in a local restaurant.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Island Hopping to Balicasag

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Central Visayas

Day 7

Oslob and Kawasan Falls

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Oslob and Kawasan Falls

On this day, you will take a 90-minute ferry ride bound for Oslob. Enjoy an exciting adventure experience – you will swim with the whale sharks in Oslob. Be fascinated to encounter these friendly sea creatures in their usual habitat. After, you will go to Kawasan Falls and experience the thrill of jumping down the stream in the spectacular waterfalls. You will have lunch in the banks of the waterfall and return to the hotel in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Quo Vadis Dive Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Swimming with Whale Sharks in Oslob and Kawasan Falls Tour

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Bohol Beach Club to Momo Beach

    Ferry from Momo Beach to Quartel Beach

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Oslob

    Moalboal

Day 8

Pescador Island Day Tour

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Pescador Island Day Tour

On this day, you will see the beautiful island of Pescador. It is a small, uninhabited island and is considered one of the most beautiful places for diving and snorkelling. It is also famous for the Sardines Run. It's where schools of a thousand sardines can be found. It's truly a magnificent underwater view you can't miss.

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    Accommodation

    Quo Vadis Dive Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pescador Island and Sardine Run Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Moalboal

    Philippines

Day 9

Free Day in Moalboal

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Free Day in Moalboal

Today, you will do activities of your choice on the beautiful island of Moalboal. The recommended activities are doing island tours, snorkelling, and diving, among others. Alternatively, you could choose to spend your day relaxing on one of the spectacular beaches.

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    Accommodation

    Quo Vadis Dive Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in Cebu

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Moalboal

    Cebu City

Day 10

International Flight

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International Flight

This day, you will leave the hotel to take your flight outside the Philippines.

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Turtle Bay Dive Resort to Mactan-Cebu International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Moalboal

Included in Price

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 9 breakfasts and 5 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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