What to do and see in Cebu Island, Visayas: The Best Sightseeing Tours

April 16, 2022 Jasper Kershner

Discover the best top things to do in Cebu Island, Philippines including Cebu Canyoneering + Whale Shark Watching, Cebu Simala & Historical Tour, Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon, Whale Shark Encounter and Sumilon Sandbar with Kawasan Falls, Whale Shark Watching with Tumalog Falls & Oslob Cuartel , Oslob Whaleshark Watching Daytours, Half-Day Cebu City Tour, Private Full-Day Cebu and Lapu-Lapu Cultural Tour, Cebu City Tour with Fort San Pedro and Hotel Transport, Cebu Whaleshark Journeys .
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1. Cebu Canyoneering + Whale Shark Watching

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A tour package that will let you experience fun with the whale sharks, Canyoneering Adventure, and Kawasan Falls in Cebu, Philippines. You will enjoy watching and swimming with the very friendly whale sharks and if you are lucky, you can also see a sea turtle and colorful fishes which are swimming with them. Another tour activity which is more on adventure. Be excited to do Canyoneering in Badian, one of the most famous tour activities in Cebu. Canyoneering activity will let you scramble, climb, jump, rappel, and swim through the rugged but scenic cliffs of Badian. It might be tiring but it is really fun and worth it to be done. And also, the endpoint of the Canyoneering Activity is the Kawasan Falls which has a three-stage cascading waterfall and considered as one of the most beautiful falls in the entire Philippines. Create unforgettable memories with these tour activities together with the assistance of our local tour guides.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick-up and drop off, Local Driver Guide, Venue Entrance Fee, WhaleShark Watching Fee, Boat Ride, Canyoneering Activities, Professional Canyoneering Guideman, Kawasan Falls Entrance Fee, Safety Gears (Aqua Shoes, Vest, Helmet, Mask, Snorkel), Complimentary Lunch

Exclusions: Snorkeling or Swimming Fee with the whale sharks (P200 for Local or P500 for Foreigners), Camera Rental (P1000 for GoPro Hero5 and up – SD Card not included) – (micro SD Class 10), Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusions, Non-compulsory Tipping

Reviewed By kimaxel

My friends and I went to Boracay way back May 2019 to celebrate my birthday. Was looking for an adventure that we can enjoy. Then I came across this diving at Ariel's point for whole day. I didn't regret doing this as activity as we really had a good time. We went to the meeting point in the morning, went on a boat ride for half an hour. On-board we had unlimited drinks of soda, liquor and beers which is really cool! when we arrived at the area we were given instructions by the staff. You can dive from 5m, 10m or 15m. And if you get tired from jumping or don't feel doing it you may, paddle boarding and kayaking. The location also was secluded and very clean!

2. Cebu Simala & Historical Tour

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Cebu one of the World’s Best Islands is proud of it’s rich in historical & cultural heritage. A private tour to a must see attractions & historical sites in the city.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

Reviewed By ikjm

Our trip started with a cancellation and then a no show which added to the journey time. Once out of Cebu City the roads are terrible so it was a very uncomfortable 2 hours. We arrived to chaos and frankly given how crowded you are on the boat as well in the water, it is simply not worth it. Too many people in the water vying for their video or picture. The Whale Sharks were delightful but only for a half hour. The waterfall was the same, crowded and uninspiring. The trip back took 5 hours as traffic was awful. I don't recommend this at all. I know people have to make money and they are all very nice but it simply isn't worth it.

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

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IF you are looking for the best experience when exploring the scenic and historical setting of Cebu, then you are looking at the right tour package. This is unique from any tour since we almost covered everything with this package and you will be able to visit all of the historic sites in both Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City. Don't hesitate to book. This is a hassle free tour.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, FREE Hotel Pick up and Drop off within Cebu City, Mandaue, or Lapu-Lapu City, FREE Airport Pick-up and Drop Off (same day of the tour), Plated Lunch at House of Lechon (worth P400 per head), Government taxes and service charge (except payment transaction charges), Experienced Driver serves as Tour Guide, Parking Fees Included, Airconditoned Private Car with Fuel Included

Exclusions: Department of Tourism Accredited Tour Guide - P2500 for whole day (available upon request), Bottled Water

Reviewed By OnlytheBest2030

This is a 3.5 = Pretty good. the guides were kind and resourceful. For the price this was a lovely way to spend the afternoon, the snorkling and island were beautiful. The guides did not actually know much about the islands or the environment, but were good people who need jobs. The boat was leaking diesel and they had to repair the engine several times. I didn't blame them, but the tour operator definitely needs more sustainable boats, it just does not make sense to send gas leaking, oily boats out into such beauty. Tourists - take a bit more time and find the highest rated green and in terms of guide training!

4. Whale Shark Encounter and Sumilon Sandbar with Kawasan Falls

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This package is unique since you will be visiting 4 famous tourist sites in the South of Cebu in just one day. To mention, these are the whale sharks interaction, the Tumalog falls in Oslob, the Sumilon Island tour, and the Kawasan falls. It is also a hassle free tour since this is a guided tour and we can pick up from any hotel in Cebu or Mactan and we can drop you off back to your hotel right after the tour. Worry no more this is the best package for you.

Inclusions: Light breakfast will be served upon arrival in Oslob, Full meal Lunch will be served after you visit Sumilon island sandbar, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Local Tour Guide in all the spots mentioned above, Towels

Exclusions: Optional is the snorkeling fee with the whale sharks which you can pay on the day of the tour, Camera Rental, you can rent one from us and can be paid on the day of the tour

Reviewed By OnlytheBest2030

This is a 3.5 = Pretty good. the guides were kind and resourceful. For the price this was a lovely way to spend the afternoon, the snorkling and island were beautiful. The guides did not actually know much about the islands or the environment, but were good people who need jobs. The boat was leaking diesel and they had to repair the engine several times. I didn't blame them, but the tour operator definitely needs more sustainable boats, it just does not make sense to send gas leaking, oily boats out into such beauty. Tourists - take a bit more time and find the highest rated green and in terms of guide training!

5. Whale Shark Watching with Tumalog Falls & Oslob Cuartel

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Oslob is in Cebu Island. Oslob is one of the two destinations in Philippines famous for Whale Shark watching. It is a tourist magnet and over a hundred thousand tourists come here every year to swim with the whale sharks. Tumalog Falls waterfall is an amazing nature's gift of Cebu that is located in Oslob Municipality. It is located in Barangay Luka, which is close to the famous whaleshark attraction in Oslob Oslob Cuartel. The Spanish cuartel with its double rows of arches and its 91 centimeter-thick walls of coral stones were left to stand unfinished for more than a century.

Inclusions: Roundtrip pick up and drop off from Hotel, Entrance Fees / Driver & Fuel / Parking Fee, Boat Fee, Native Light Breakfast

Exclusions: Optional Swimming Fee for Whale Shark (Local Php200/person│Foreigner Php 500/person), Tumalog Falls Entrance│Lunch, Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusions, Non-compulsory Tipping

Reviewed By kimaxel

My friends and I went to Boracay way back May 2019 to celebrate my birthday. Was looking for an adventure that we can enjoy. Then I came across this diving at Ariel's point for whole day. I didn't regret doing this as activity as we really had a good time. We went to the meeting point in the morning, went on a boat ride for half an hour. On-board we had unlimited drinks of soda, liquor and beers which is really cool! when we arrived at the area we were given instructions by the staff. You can dive from 5m, 10m or 15m. And if you get tired from jumping or don't feel doing it you may, paddle boarding and kayaking. The location also was secluded and very clean!

6. Oslob Whaleshark Watching Daytours

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Our Oslob daytour package # 1 is generally for those who are on a rush or those who have flights to catch on. We pick up guest directly from the hotel lobby where you are staying and we bring them back in same hotel or in mactan airport or cebu port. This tour includes filipino breakfast meals, swimming with the whaleshark activity, and free tour like tumalog waterfalls and pass by cuartel ruins.We also provide free use of snorkel mask and lifevest for those who need one.  Each guest can have a picture underwater with the whalesharks and get a chance to swim closely to the gentle giants. This tour starts early dawn for we only operate from 6 o'clock in the morning up to 9 o'clock in the morning.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charge, Local guide, Driver/guide, Breakfast, Local taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 118asyak

Very well organised, they are feeding the whale sharks to be sure you are swimming with. The only thing is- you are waiting very long to go on board- between 1,5 and 3hours. But is fantastic when you are in the water between this gentle giants.

7. Half-Day Cebu City Tour

TRAVELITE TRAVEL AND TOURS CEBU
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This 4-hour tour allows you to discover the charm of Cebu's major landmarks and churches, in addition to the fantastic shopping.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

8. Private Full-Day Cebu and Lapu-Lapu Cultural Tour

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Discover Cebu Cultural and History by taking this private Cebu and Lapu-Lapu day tour. Learn about the history of Philippines at Fort San Pedro, Taoist Temple, Alegre Guitar Factory Mactan Shrine, explore the amazing and beautiful architecture at Basilica del Sto Nino Church, Magellan’s Cross. The price is per group/car and hotel round-trip transfer is included.

Inclusions: Local taxes and fuel surcharges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses, Additional cost USD$ 45 for professional guide, Gratuities

Reviewed By OnlytheBest2030

This is a 3.5 = Pretty good. the guides were kind and resourceful. For the price this was a lovely way to spend the afternoon, the snorkling and island were beautiful. The guides did not actually know much about the islands or the environment, but were good people who need jobs. The boat was leaking diesel and they had to repair the engine several times. I didn't blame them, but the tour operator definitely needs more sustainable boats, it just does not make sense to send gas leaking, oily boats out into such beauty. Tourists - take a bit more time and find the highest rated green and in terms of guide training!

9. Cebu City Tour with Fort San Pedro and Hotel Transport

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Tour Cebu's rich past with century old churches, the iconic Magellan Cross and Fort San Pedro. Drive thru the country's oldest Colon Street, Cebu Heritage Monument that describes the eventful saga of Cebu's history and the scenic Taoist Temple where you can have your fortunes told.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities

Reviewed By Tonya C

I was worried at first because I hadn't received any word from them for a few days after booking but apparently their office is closed on the weekends. The trip however turned out to be wonderful and well organized. Roy was very knowledgeable and informative as well as personable. He kept us on track and back to the port right on time. This tour really hits the highlights of Bohol I would definitely recommend them. I would also recommend bringing a wrap of some sort for the ferry ride because it does get quite cool in the cabin despite the heat outside:-)

10. Cebu Whaleshark Journeys

Best Guide in Cebu

A lifetime journey with the whalesharks. A 30 minute snorkelling journeys is enough to make it enjoyable & memorable.

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