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The 15 Best Cebu Tours & Day Trips

69 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Cebu is long, mountainous down the middle and quick to swallow a day in traffic. These 15 sort the Oslob dawn runs, the canyon above Kawasan, the sardines off Moalboal and the Mactan boat days by price, start time and how far south the van really goes.

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering - The pre-dawn road to Oslob
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Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

1.Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 665 reviews · 16 hours · from $124Our pick

Start before dawn for Oslob’s whale sharks, then head to Badian for lunch and a three-hour Kawasan Falls canyoneering course. You’ll swim, scramble, slide, and jump from cliffs up to 30 feet with local guides such as Ray, Ronaldo, Jo, or Marcello. Private trips are often the better value for four or more.

“It’s great to swim with and experience the whale sharks tho the process is kinda stressful with how it’s organized out on the water, and they don’t provide a snorkel so best pay 100 pesos from a guy to have one to make your experience easier. Canyoneering was really fun. I thought I’d be rappelling and things like that but it’s mostly just jumping off rocks and sliding down natural water slides etc.. it was a fun time and the guides will film and take pictures for you the whole time. All in all a fun experience”

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Cebu City: Bohol Countryside Tour with Loboc Cruise Lunch - The early pickup and fast ferry to Tagbilaran
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Cebu City: Bohol Countryside Tour with Loboc Cruise Lunch

2.Bohol Countryside Tour with Loboc Cruise Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 488 reviews · 14 hours · from $144

Travel from Cebu to Bohol by fast ferry for a full day of major sights. You’ll visit Baclayon Church, the Blood Compact Monument, the Tarsier Conservation Area, Mahogany Forest, and the Chocolate Hills, then enjoy a buffet lunch on the Loboc River. English-speaking guides such as Jirah, David, and Genesis add local stories and help with photos.

“Jirah was the absolute best thing about this trip. From the get-go, she made sure our group was comfortable with each other. All day, we were talking to each other and looking out for each other. She also made sure she helped everyone take photos in great spots. She shared the history of each place and how Bohol is taking care of preserving them. You can tell the pride she has in being a Boholano and being able to share the beauty of the province with others.”

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Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch - The first jumps and the river route
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Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch

3.Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 440 reviews · from $55Top rated

This three to four-hour Badian adventure takes you down the Matutinao River by swimming, climbing, sliding, jumping, and using a Tarzan swing. Guides such as Sanjet, Brian, and Owen help with the route and take photos. Helmets, life jackets, safety gear, shoes, lunch, and transfers from Moalboal, Badian, or Alegria are included.

“Not done, just after 5 minute of booking, I have send Mail to refund my money, because after booking it has been cleared that pickup point is not in Cebu. Kindly refund or adjust in my future booking [email protected]

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Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling - What the Oslob whale shark stop is really like
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Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

4.Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

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

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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Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour - Oslob whale sharks at sunrise
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Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

5.Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 318 reviews · 1 day · from $106

Start around 2am to reach Oslob early, swim beside whale sharks with a guide, then travel to Badian for river trekking, slides, swims, and optional jumps to Kawasan Falls. Guides such as Arnick, Anelac, Norbert, and Oslan have been praised for safety help and taking photos. Lunch and transfers are included.

“The whale sharks were amazing! The canyoneering tour was so much fun and the guides were so friendly and made the trip awesome”

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Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles - The pre-dawn ride to Oslob
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Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

6.Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 10 - 14 hours · from $113

Start before dawn for Oslob’s whale shark encounter, then head to Moalboal for turtles and huge sardine schools. Your guide handles queues, equipment, towels, and transfers, with guides such as Mae, Ken, and Norvina praised for calm, friendly help. Expect 10 to 14 hours, long road time, and excellent underwater photo chances.

“Mae was a wonderful guide :) I did this activity twice in a row because nature is metal & the whale shark x turtle collabo is extraordinarily trill!”

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Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour with Ziplining & Lunch - The early pickup and long road to Badian
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Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour with Ziplining & Lunch

7.Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour with Ziplining & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 259 reviews · 1 day · from $97

Ride a jungle zipline, trek through Kawasan Falls, swim in turquoise pools, slide over smooth rock, and choose your cliff jumps. Your local guide handles safety and can film on your phone. The day includes gear, hotel transfers, drinking water, and a Filipino lunch with sea views at Ambak Base Camp.

“The adventure of a lifetime. Zipline to start and a 10 meter cliff jump. Expertly guided through Kawasan waterfalls. Will definetly return next year! Thank you.”

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Cebu: Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Turtles Tour - The early road south from Cebu City
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Cebu: Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Turtles Tour

8.Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Turtles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 234 reviews · 10 hours · from $127

In one long day, you’ll travel from Cebu or Lapu-Lapu City to Oslob for whale sharks and monkeys, then Moalboal for sardines and sea turtles. A small group of up to six rides in a private vehicle. Guides such as Eller, Paul, Rex, and Vince handle transport, water activities, and GoPro photos.

“The tour guides were great and very informative. Stayed by us and made sure we knew what was going on. So close to all of the animals and safe. Will do it again such an amazing time.”

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Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island with Sardines - Tumalog Falls after the first swim
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Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island with Sardines

9.Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island with Sardines

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 223 reviews · from $164

Start before dawn with a whale shark swim in Oslob, then visit Tumalog Falls and Sumilon Sandbar before heading to Moalboal for Pescador Island snorkeling, sardines, and sea turtles. Private transport, guides, meals, towels, and fees are included. Guides such as Lindy, Paula, Wilson, and Melchor have earned praise for careful help throughout this packed day.

“The excursions were well planned and organised. We travelled as a group of 10 including 1 younger child and several teens. Everyone one of us had an amazing time, the Whale Shark experience was unreal. Everyone we met was lovely and helpful, from our driver, to the boat drivers, the catering assistants but especially our tour guide Ruby who was so lovely, giving us the info we needed but also guarding our belongings throughout the day. Every aspect was brilliant, Whale Sharks, sardine run and snorkelling with the turtles. Can cannot recommend this excursion enough.”

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Whale Shark Encounter and Sumilon Sandbar with Kawasan Falls - Oslob whale sharks: the unforgettable and complicated part
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Whale Shark Encounter and Sumilon Sandbar with Kawasan Falls

10.Whale Shark Encounter and Sumilon Sandbar with Kawasan Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · from $200

Start before dawn for a 14-hour private Cebu outing to Oslob’s whale sharks, Tumalog Falls, Sumilon Sandbar, and Kawasan Falls. Your driver and local guides handle tickets, transfers, towels, breakfast, and lunch. Guides such as Glaiza, Lyza, Paula, and Josef are praised for keeping the day moving, but expect long drives, crowds, and a demanding schedule.

“It was very well organized by Cebu Tours. I received my pickup on time, in fact, the driver arrived early My tour guide was Yantcy. She helped me get the ticket and guided me to the tour. Her time management was excellent. During my swim, she was very kind enough to Read more”

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Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon - Yap Sandiego Ancestral House: a short visit with real character
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Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

11.Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 168 reviews · from $75

Spend about nine hours touring Cebu and Lapu-Lapu in a private vehicle, from Santo Niño Basilica and Fort San Pedro to Tops Lookout and Sirao Garden. Your driver handles the traffic and can take photos, while a DOT-accredited guide is available for an extra P2,500. Lunch at House of Lechon includes P500 per person.

“Great experience! Good tour and driver operator. Overall, fabulous tour of Cebu' important historical and cultural sites.”

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Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise - The mahogany forest is a scenic drive, not a major stop
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Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise

12.Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · from $145

Travel from Cebu to Bohol by ferry for a packed countryside day with Chocolate Hills, the Bilar mahogany forest, tarsiers, Baclayon Church, and a buffet lunch on the Loboc River. Guides such as Dolly, Jojo, Janis, and Genesis add local stories and humor. Expect about four hours on the ferry and a 14-hour day overall.

“Bohol is beautiful. Dress comfortably with good walking shoes. There is lots of walking so carry a sun hat, sun block and sun shades. The historic sites are very interesting. Chocolate Hills was amazing. The terrain is very unusual and beautiful. The floating Resturant luncheon was a buffet on the boat. You eat lunch whilst entertained to music and dance. The skipper takes you along the river for about 90 minutes. It was a very interesting tour. I can recommend it.”

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Oslob Whale Shark Watching - Arriving at Oslob and preparing for the water
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Oslob Whale Shark Watching

13.Oslob Whale Shark Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 150 reviews · from $120

Leave Cebu City around 4:00 am for Oslob, where you can swim beside whale sharks for about 30 minutes or watch from the boat. Private road transport, snorkeling equipment, and entrance fees are included. The day may also include Tumalog Falls, with guides such as Maria, Gene, or Danika helping with the local arrangements.

“Driver was early. Well taken care of. Personal driver, personal guide. Good food. Informed every step of the way. Whale sharks were huge gentle giants light breakfast, great lunch, awesome views. Towel and mask provided. 30 minutes in the water. Bring or rent a gopro.”

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Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan - Caohagan Island: your best chance for beach time
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Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch – Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan

14.Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch – Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 132 reviews · from $85

This six-hour Cebu outing takes you by private motorized boat from Cordova to Caohagan’s beach, Hilutungan’s fish sanctuary, and Nalusuan’s reef. You get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, boat crew, and a Filipino lunch. Expect simple facilities, a loud boat engine, and stops that may focus on swimming rather than walking ashore.

“We had a lot of fun. The driver was very attentive, and so was the boat crew. Lunch was absolutely delicious, with a variety of seafood and pork/chicken and fruit.”

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Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience - The first lesson is the most important part
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Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience

15.Beach Scuba Diving Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 130 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $47Best value

Meet your instructor at Nalu Dive’s beachside shop for a safety briefing, shallow-water practice, and one or two guided scuba sessions. Instructors including Kenji, Oniel, Romeo, and Richie work with beginners in English, Japanese, or Tagalog. Expect about 45 minutes underwater, possible sardines and turtles, free GoPro photos, and hotel pickup within Mactan Island.

“I did my very first two dives with Nalu Dive in Cebu, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to diving. From start to finish, the day was amazing. The two dive instructors were incredibly helpful, patient, and reassuring. They took great care of me the entire time and made sure I felt comfortable and confident in the water. The full safety briefing was thorough and easy to understand, which really put me at ease as a first-timer. The marine life was absolutely incredible – so much to see, and way beyond what I expected for my first dives. To top it off, at the end of…”

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