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Cebu: Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour 1
A person snorkeling underwater with a whale shark. 2
People jumping into a river surrounded by rocky cliffs. 3
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Cebu: Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

By Mcrich Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 465 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Swim with Oslob's gentle whale sharks on a guided morning session
  • Canyoneer through Badian's turquoise canyons with cliff jumps up to ~30 ft
  • Helmet, life vest, and aqua shoes provided — guide-led safety throughout
  • Round-trip hotel transfers from Cebu City, Mactan, and Lapu-Lapu
  • Small shared group with a professional English-speaking guide

Activity location

    • Cebu City
    • Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Cebu City
    • Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines

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Cebu: Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 2:00
Price details
RM 465.07 x 1 AdultRM 465.07
Total
Price is RM 465.07

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off (Cebu City, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu)
  • Inclusions
    Oslob whale shark watching entrance and swimming fee
  • Inclusions
    Badian canyoneering entrance fee
  • Inclusions
    Lunch
  • Inclusions
    Snorkeling mask and life jacket
  • Inclusions
    Canyoneering safety gear (helmet, life vest, aqua shoes)
  • Exclusions
    Breakfast
  • Exclusions
    Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities or tips

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags
    • Not suitable for: Children under 4 years, People with back problems, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Experience two of South Cebu's most famous adventures in a single day, with round-trip transfers from Cebu and a professional guide throughout.

    Your day starts very early — pickup is around 2:00 AM for the roughly 3-hour drive to Oslob, timed so you're there for the morning whale shark viewing. In Oslob you'll get a safety orientation, then enter the water to see whale sharks up close. Please note: Oslob is a busy, well-known site where local boats keep the sharks near shore, and there is usually a wait in line for your boat slot before your ~30-minute in-water session. It's an unforgettable close encounter, but it is a managed, popular attraction rather than a remote wild swim.

    After Oslob, drive to Badian for lunch and your canyoneering adventure: trek, swim, and leap through turquoise canyon pools with cliff jumps up to around 30 feet (skippable — your guide will show lower options), all with a helmet, life vest, and aqua shoes provided. Finish with a refreshing swim before the return drive to your hotel.

    Ideal for adventurous, reasonably fit travelers who are comfortable with an early start and a full, active day. Not recommended for young children, pregnant travelers, or anyone with back problems.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
    What time does the tour start and how long is it?
    Pickup is very early, around 2:00–2:30 AM, and the full day runs approximately 12–15 hours. The early start is needed for the 3-hour drive to Oslob and the morning whale shark viewing.

    Will there be a wait at Oslob?
    Usually, yes. Oslob is one of the Philippines' most popular attractions, so there's often a queue for your boat slot before your roughly 30-minute in-water session. We'd rather set this expectation honestly than surprise you.

    What is the whale shark experience actually like?
    You'll see whale sharks very close from a small boat and in the water. Local boats keep the sharks near shore, and the site can be crowded. It's a remarkable close encounter, but it is a managed, popular attraction rather than a remote wild swim.

    Is breakfast included?
    Breakfast is not included however you can buy one when you arrive in Oslob for around 200-300 php per person.

    How fit do I need to be, and is it safe?
    Canyoneering involves trekking, swimming, and optional cliff jumps up to about 30 feet. All jumps are optional with lower alternatives, and you're provided a helmet, life vest, and aqua shoes with a guide throughout. It's not suitable for young children, pregnant travelers, or those with back problems.

    What should I bring?
    A change of clothes, towel, water shoes, reef-safe sunscreen, a waterproof dry bag, and cash for breakfast, tips, and optional extras like GoPro rental.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Cebu City
    • Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Cebu City
    • Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines