Cebu Island Tours
Whale Shark Encounter & Sumilon Sandbar & Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls
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Whale Shark Encounter & Sumilon Sandbar & Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls

By Cebu Tours
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Ages 10-70
Duration: 16h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Towels
  • Local Tour Guide in all the spots mentioned above
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Light breakfast will be served upon arrival in Oslob
  • Full meal Lunch will be served after you visit Sumilon island sandbar
  • Private transportation
  • Canyoneering fees including helmets life jacket and aqua shoes
  • Snorkeling or Swimming fee with the whale sharks
  • Entry/Admission - Cebu Island
  • Entry/Admission - Tumalog Falls
  • Entry/Admission - Sumilon Island
  • Entry/Admission - Cebu Island
  • Entry/Admission - Kawasan Falls
What's not included
  • Camera Rental, you can rent one from us and can be paid on the day of the tour


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We can pick up from any hotels in Cebu City, Mactan, or even in the South of Cebu. We also offer pickup from the airport, sea port or any residences within Cebu or Mactan area.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Near public transportation
        • Stroller accessible
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 41718P24

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 41718P24

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        $190.00
        per adult (price varies by group size)
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        About the operator
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        • Cebu Tours
          544
          Cebu City, Philippines
          Joined in March 2015
        • U9418JMcamilleb
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent city tour
          Abam did a great job. Pickup at our hotel was punctual and easy. We felt very safe. Abam was knowledgable of the locations and was enthusiastic about getting the best photos for us. I would definitely recommend this service.
          Written September 11, 2024
        • 691nishac
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Best tour ever
          We did the private tour to swim with whale sharks and caynoneering in Kawasan falls and has an absolute blast!! It was one of our day tours ever! Swimming the whale sharks is such an incredible experience and a must do!! Canyoneering in Kawasn fall was incredible!! I was initially a little nervous but our tour guides Roy and Login were super caring and made sure we were looked after and our safety was their first priority!! They took some great photos and videos for us and we were super happy!! Special thanks to Wilson our guide and driver who is an absolute gem!! He is so knowledgeable and informative, very kind and patient person!! We would highly recommend booking with Cebu tours ask for Wilson to be your driver and I promise you won’t be disappointed!!
          Written September 9, 2024
        • Timothy Y
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent chill day island hopping
          An excellent day spent with guide Abam. Today was a very easygoing, chill day visiting the three islands. The captain and boat crew were very helpful throughout the day. The islands were beautiful, the snorkeling showed an abundance of fish and starfish. Abam was a most excellent guide and a great person all day.
          Written September 8, 2024
        • Timothy Y
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Awesome day Oslob and Kawasan Falls
          Excellent day spent with Abam as my tour guide. First, pickup promptly at 4:00 am in Cebu Coty to Oslob for Whale Shark snorkeling. We arrived and Glaiza took over. Top notch service and priority booking all the way. The mango shakes were perfect. The whale shark snorkeling was outstanding. Next stop was Kawasan Falls as Tumilon Falls was experiencing drought. The drive around the south end of Cebu was absolutely beautiful. On arrival to Kawasan Falls, Christine took over. A nice 15 minute walk to level 1 of the Kawasan Falls. Great conversation and upon arrival, the Kawasan Falls were rolling nicely. Swimming in the falls area was fabulous!! The drive from Kawasan Falls to Cebu City was nice. Abam knew a few shortcuts to beat traffic. All in all, one of the most memorable days of my 63 years in life!! Salamat Po.
          Written September 6, 2024
        • noilaa2024
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          City tour with Abam
          We booked our tour at 10:00 pm to next morning next day on their own cebutours website. We were afraid that it would be hard to organize a tour but after 5 minutes they confirmed our tour. We requested to start the tour the tour at 10:00 am, they changed it based on our request 🥹. Our guide Abam was really good in taking photos and energetic. During the whole tour he was smiling and picking up the best spots to take photos. We had a great time. I really recommend this tour agency^^
          Written August 30, 2024
        • guenter2022
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A perfect day for an amazing experience! Thx cebutours
          Was a great day! Booked at the evening before and everything works perfect - fast conversation, cheaper as i expected including light breakfast and lunch, friendly guide there too and good organized! The whalesharksnorkeling was an amazing experience also for my 6 yrs old son! We decided at the waterfalls to go canyoning and the taxidriver got 3 hours as a babysitter for our boy - we enjoyed with 2 guides our private tour in the canyon and got home after all save! Thx to cebutours for the great day!
          Written August 24, 2024
        • pollyc884
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Don’t miss out this tour if you’re in Mactan!
          The guide was very nice and the snorkel experience was really fun! I would definitely recommend this tour to my friends😊
          Written August 21, 2024
        • jamesreyes28
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Nice place
          Overall, the Bohol Countryside Day Tour is highly recommended for those looking to experience a range of Bohol’s highlights in a single day. It offers a convenient and enjoyable way to explore the island’s natural wonders and cultural landmarks, though it’s good to be prepared for a busy schedule and potential crowds.
          Written August 15, 2024
        • Vvolaree
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great!
          I strongly recommend it! It was a good experience. Our driver and guide Bobby was really kind with us. The tour was complete and the food was really well prepared and presented.
          Written August 14, 2024
        • janine0807
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Beautiful
          The tour’s well-organized itinerary, knowledgeable guides, and beautiful sights make it a popular choice for travelers.
          Written August 11, 2024
        • lonniew787
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          An Excellent Tour Guide
          I had an amazing time, and an awesome tour guide. I can’t remember her name but she was a small, petite young lady with glasses, and I must say she did an outstanding job as my tour guide. This young lady did an incredible job which caused me to the most incredible experience on this tour.
          Written August 6, 2024
        • lonniew787
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing Adventure
          I had an amazing time on this trip. The whale shark encounter will be an unforgettable experience. This entire trip from the time my driver, Arnold, picked me up to the time he dropped me off at my residence. I must say Arnold did an excellent job getting me to the destination safely and returning home safely. He would asked me periodically during our ride to Oslob if I wanted him to adjust how he drove so I would be comfortable. He drove very well, and I had no problem with his driving. I recommend if you’re coming to the Philippines or if you’re already here to take advantage of this tour. You will not be disappointed.
          Written August 6, 2024
        • Savy2731
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Disappointing Island Hopping and Completely Missed Canyoning Experience in Moalboal
          Our recent island hopping and canyoneering tour in Moalboal was a major disappointment. Initially booked for a seemingly reasonable price of 3450 pesos per person, the experience was marred by poor communication, unexpected costs, and subpar services. The day began with a 35-minute delay by the driver, despite multiple attempts to contact the agent, Mark. Upon arrival in Moalboal, we were met with another agent who insisted on immediate full payment, contradicting our prior agreement. The pressure tactics didn't end there; we were then bombarded with offers to rent unnecessary equipment at inflated prices. Despite clear communication about payment preferences, we were forced to find a cash machine to avoid a hefty surcharge, causing undue stress, especially in front of our children. The provided lunch was basic and underwhelming, and the promised canyoneering activity was completely omitted. The kasawan falls excursion was merely a drop-off point, with the accompanying guide offering no assistance or engagement. The promised canyoneering was nowhere to be found. Instead, we were simply taken to the falls with no adventure or guidance whatsoever. This was a blatant misrepresentation of the tour. In stark contrast, a previous island hopping experience in Boracay offered exceptional value, including delicious barbecue, for a fraction of the cost. It's evident that the primary focus of this tour operator is profit maximization rather than customer satisfaction. Given that similar activities can be independently arranged for less than half the price, we strongly advise against using this particular agency. Potential travelers should be aware of the potential pitfalls and prioritize clear communication and transparency when booking tours with them as we spent over 14200 pesso Overall, our experience was a costly and frustrating one, and we cannot recommend this tour operator to others.
          Written July 22, 2024
        • israeln217
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The waters are amazing
          Incredible waters once again. The tour guides were mostly on their phones but still a positive experience over all. The sights outweighs that detail for sure.
          Written July 21, 2024
        • israeln217
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Add a tour guide
          The driver was incredibly nice and attentive. Highly recommend adding the guide to your tour. It would help enjoy the history and details.
          Written July 21, 2024
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        aussiecass
        Singapore, Singapore24 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2023 • Friends
        This was an Amazing day! We did so many cool things! The whale shark experience was unreal! The canyoneering can be either 4 hours or 2 hours. We did 2 & it was enough for us. It’s Another fun experience. However it was a Really long day. The drive to & from Oslob is 3+ hrs each way. So I would recommend staying in Oslob overnight.
        Written May 5, 2023
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        Hi, thank you so much for your wonderful review, we appreciate it. Hope to see you again in Cebu.
        Written May 6, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Guilherme S
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2024 • Couples
        This was the best tour! The staff was well-prepared, the route was thoughtfully designed, and the timing was impeccable. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience, and the price was more than worth every penny. I would highly recommend this tour to others looking for a top-notch outing.
        Written May 19, 2024
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        KayCounter
        Dubai, United Arab Emirates19 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        More activities than listed here. Everyone so professional, polite, and genuinely caring. We are in our 50s and the activities pushed us a bit but the guides at all times put our safety first. This day trip ticked so many boxes. World class. Well done Cebu Tours and all involved.
        Written December 30, 2023
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        Thank you for your honest review, we thank you so much for reviewing our Whale Shark Encounter & Sumilon Sandbar & Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls tour package, we hope to see you again in Cebu.
        Written January 10, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Dan M
        1 contribution
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023 • Couples
        We were waiting for pickup outside our hotel at 03:25. No driver came to pick us up. We tried to contact the driver and company for 1.5 hours and decided to go to bed at 05:00.

        We received a full refund and a message from the company saying the driver was asleep. We were beyond annoyed and ended up wasting a whole day of our trip.

        Don’t book with this company as they are not reliable!
        Written March 9, 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Hi, we are really very sorry for what happened this morning, we want to send you a new driver cuz Vilmar (the assigned driver did not wake up on time and he told us 30 minutes after the pick up time, around 4:00am, that he just woke up), but the messaging in viator was down and we can't send a message to you(but we can receive your messages thru email). And then few minutes later, we saw that you have requested a full refund, so we refund the tour immediately. Again, it was our fault that Vilmar was not able to pick you up. This won't happen again.
        Written March 9, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Charmed I’m Sure
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A definate life highlight. My partner and I only had three days in Cebu, part of a month long holiday in The Philippines, and the best way to end out holiday. Cannot fault the staff at Cebu tourism at all. Our driver Joshua was great, and got us around and returned us back to our hotel with ease. We met guide Julianne at Oslog, we’re we got to swim with the butanding. A bucket list item for sure. Amazing, then onto the sandbar, with a quick trip to an amazing water fall. We then met guide Glen for canyoneering. A quick zip line then walked down to the start of the falls. It was a truely amazing experience and cannot fault the staff at all. We booked through an international website, but if your going to book, book direct to save some peso.
        Easily the best day of adventure I’ve ever had. Many thanks to the guides and our driver. You guys are amazing.
        Written March 2, 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we appreciate that. Hope to see you again in Cebu.
        Written March 2, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Joe
        13 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2024 • Couples
        This trip was nothing short of excellent! It’s a long day, we got picked up from Cebu City at 2.30am and got home at 8pm, but it’s so worth it! Our driver, Wilson, was great, super friendly got us down to Oslob early so we could get our tickets for the Whale Sharks! You need to go early to ensure you get a low number ticket because it gets busy! He and both our tour guides then ensured we maximised our day with breakfast, Tumalog Falls, Sumilon Sandbar, before swimming with the sharks (which was incredible). We then had lunch and went to the Kawasan Canyoneering & Falls. The day was seamless and we really enjoyed it, would recommend it to everyone.
        Written February 15, 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you so much for your review, we appreciate it. Hope to see you again in the future.
        Written February 16, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Theora D
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2024 • Family
        Amazing Experience!
        Our guide was wonderful and so friendly.
        Would recommend to everyone!
        For us a great once in a lifetime opportunity!
        Written February 2, 2024
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        Ruqayyah D
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2023
        The day was spectacular. Swimming with the whale sharks was a once in a lifetime experience, and truly amazing. However, the highlight of the day was the canyoneering.

        It was a very early start, and a long journey from Cebu City. However, it was a comfortable enough vehicle.

        Highly recommended.
        Written May 17, 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Hi, thank you so much for your wonderful review, we appreciate it. Hope to see you again in Cebu with our other tour packages.
        Written May 18, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Adewale I
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023 • Couples
        We had a wonderful experience,All thanks to JOY our tour guide and RICHMOND (aka) happy driver and everyone involved.
        They are well organized and very friendly.The trip is filled with happy memories.
        Written March 31, 2023
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        Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we appreciate it. Hope to see you again in Cebu.
        Written March 31, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Jessica
        Mong Kok, China1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023 • Couples
        Joy is the best tourist guide in this trip,她會幫我們拿東西,準備傘,專業拍攝,很主動,很好客
        我們最喜歡是Joy的大大笑容
        還有rich是我們的司機,很有善,經驗豐富,很幽默
        Written March 30, 2023
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        Thank you so much for your review, we appreciate it, hope to see you again.
        Written March 31, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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