4 Snorkeling Trips in Cebu to Build a Day Around

1.Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 343 reviews · 10 hours · from $106Our pick

Leave Cebu around 2:00 to 3:00 AM for Oslob’s whale sharks, Tumalog Falls, and Moalboal’s sardine run and turtles. Breakfast, lunch, transport, entry fees, and snorkeling gear are included. Expect a very long day, possible whale shark queues, and helpful local guides such as Rudy, Noel, or Rudeal, though guide assignments vary.

“This day was absolutely magical! Everything was amazing and it’s for sure a day I will never forget! I highly recommend this trip to everyone! Thank you so much to everyone involved, I’m so thankful and happy for this amazing experience! Much love ❤️”

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2.Whale Sharks, Kawasan Falls, & Sardines Run Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 114 reviews · 8 hours · from $135

Start before dawn for Oslob whale sharks, then continue to Kawasan Falls and Moalboal’s sardine run with turtle snorkeling. You get air-conditioned transport, entrance fees, gear, hotel or airport pickup, and local English-speaking guides. Drivers such as Raul, Jave, and Jepoy are praised for keeping the day moving and helping with photos.

“A unique day out with lots of variety. Be prepared for a long day. Our pickup was at 2am with a long drive to Oslob. When we got to Oslob we had to queue from 4:40am for an hour to get a ticket for the whale shark experience. Now this is necessary as it gets very busy and so essentially ensures you get on the boat earlier. We got out to the water about 7/7:30 am, the time goes quicker than you think. If you arrive after 5am I can see you having to wait much longer so although not necessary pleasant it is a blessing in disguise to leave…”

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3.Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 82 reviews · from $117

Join a small group of up to six for an early hotel pickup from Cebu, Mandaue, or Lapu-Lapu City. Swim with Oslob whale sharks, visit the Monkey Sanctuary, then snorkel with sardines and turtles at Moalboal. Guides such as Paul or Eller may help with photos, transport, and timing. GoPro rental and an underwater photographer are included for a limited time.

“It was a nice escape from Cebu that I enjoyed and I feel like I had enough time in each place to enjoy it. We did have to wait to get in the water with the whale sharks but so did everyone else so that is not the fault of the company. The waterfalls are also beautiful!”

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4.Oslob Whale Shark Snorkeling & Pescador & Sardine Run & Turtle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · from $150

Start before dawn for Oslob whale sharks, Tumalog Falls, and a full Moalboal snorkel trip with sardines and turtles. Private hotel pickup, breakfast, lunch, equipment, and local guides are included. Guides such as Abam, Robbie, Ray, and Noel have earned praise for safe driving and attentive help, but expect crowds, a very long day, and a whale shark encounter shaped by feeding.

“From start to finish the day was amazing. Nothing can prepare you for snorkeling with the whale sharks!! My driver Abam was the best. Very safe, courteous and professional - nothing was too much trouble. It’s a long day in the car but totally worth it - Abam knew all the short cuts to avoid the heavy traffic areas. My guide Ellen was also fantastic. I highly recommend Cebu City tour and would definitely use them again. An incredible day in Cebu!!”

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