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5-Day Canyoneering & Sardine Run in Cebu

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Extraordinary Experiences

  • Quench your thirst for diving and snorkelling with the sardine run in Moalboal.
  • Canyoneer through surreal rivers, streams, lakes, and rocks.
  • Discover 22 species of live butterflies in a stunning enclosed garden.

Overview

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 Ogtong Cave on Bantayan Island.
Outdoors & Nature
Beach & Sea
Adventure
Sightseeing
Diving
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Moalboal, Badian and Kawasan Falls

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Moalboal, Badian and Kawasan Falls

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.

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    Accommodation

    Sole E Mare Beach 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

    Sardine Run in Moalboal

    Badian Canyoneering Adventure

    Kawasan Falls

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    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

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Moalboal

    Badian

    Alegría

Day 2

Oslob and Sumilon Island

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Oslob and Sumilon Island

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.

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    Accommodation

    Rublin Hotel Cebu

    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 with Whale Sharks in Oslob

    Sumilon Island Sand Bar

    Tumalog FallsOptional Activity

    Cuartel RuinsOptional Activity

    Osmena Peak

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    Restaurants

    Paul & Madz Restaurant

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    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

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Moalboal

    Oslob

    Central Visayas

    Badian

    Cebu City

Day 3

Mactan Island Hopping

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Mactan Island Hopping

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.

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    Accommodation

    Rublin Hotel Cebu

    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

    Mactan Island Hopping Experience

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Cebu City to Mactan

    Private Driver from Mactan to Cebu City

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Cebu City

    Cordova

Day 4

Bantayan Island

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Bantayan Island

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.

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    Accommodation

    Anika Island 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

    Santa Fe Butterfly Garden

    Obo-ob Mangrove Garden

    Bantayan Bamboo Innovation Workshop

    Ogtong Cave

    German Ruins Santa Fe

    Paradise Beach

    Kota Beach

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Rublin Hotel Cebu to Hagnaya Port

    Ferry from Hagnaya Port to Santa Fe Port

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Cebu City

    Santa Fe

    Bantayan

    Consolacion

    Central Visayas

Day 5

Bantayan Island

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Bantayan Island

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.

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    Activities

    Bantayan Island Hopping

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    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

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Santa Fe

    Central Visayas

Included in Price

  • 4 nights accommodation
  • 15 activities
  • 3 breakfasts and 5 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

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