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Private Mactan boat day

Mactan Island Hopping private boat tour

Private Mactan island hopping from Cebu, a half-day trip, about 6 to 7 hours door to door. A bangka boat for your group only, snorkeling at Gilutungan or Nalusuan marine sanctuary, BBQ lunch on the water, and back to your hotel by mid-afternoon.

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Popular searchMactan island hopping tour Cebu
Tour stylePrivate direct booking
PaymentPHP 500 after confirmation
SupportWhatsApp / LINE / Instagram
Private vehicle always Clean vehicles, no foul smell, guaranteed Free cancellation up to 24h Reservation fee PHP 500 per guest per tour day (up to PHP 5,000), after confirmation WhatsApp / LINE staff support No OTA commission markup

Why this tour wins direct

Your private boat. Your islands. No strangers, no fixed schedule, no rushing.

Most Mactan island hopping tours are shared boats with a fixed island list and a crowd to match. Your private bangka means your group sets the pace, the guide focuses entirely on you, and the snorkeling stops are chosen for your date's conditions.

Planning first? Read the Mactan island hopping guide for timing, costs and what to expect.

Airport-area guests Families Short-stay Cebu travelers Travelers who prefer a lighter activity day

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Gilutungan and Nalusuan marine sanctuary

Common snorkeling stops include Gilutungan Channel, Nalusuan Island marine sanctuary, and Caohagan Island, confirmed based on tides, sea conditions, and your group's preferences.

Perfect if you're near Mactan or the airport

No long south Cebu drive needed. Pickup from Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City, or Cebu City hotels. The boat departs from a Mactan jetty just minutes from most resort areas.

Availability confirmed, then payment

Your boat route and date are confirmed first. The reservation fee (PHP 500 per guest per tour day, up to PHP 5,000) is requested only after availability is secured, and is deducted from your final balance.

Route options

Choose the private plan that fits your group

3-Island Hopping

Nalusuan, Gilutungan, Caohagan

From PHP 5,550 per person for 4 guests

Best-value Mactan island route with snorkeling, lunch on the island, and a private boat day. Choose your add-ons on the booking page.

Add Pandanon Island

Nalusuan, Pandanon, Caohagan

PHP 1,000 per person extra

Pandanon Island is farther from Mactan, which accounts for the extra price. Add it on the booking page.

Add-ons

Add-ons for your day

Start from the base tour and add what you want. Prices are per person unless marked flat, and the total updates as you pick. Stops that do not fit together in one day are blocked on the booking page.

Pandanon Island

Visit Pandanon Island in place of Gilutungan. The boat ride adds about 1.5 hours from Gilutungan.

PHP 1,000 per person

Banana boat ride

Banana boat ride behind a speedboat. In the water near Gilutungan Island, about 30 minutes, minimum age 5 years.

PHP 350 per person

Parasailing flight

Parasailing flight over the water. In the water near Gilutungan Island, about 30 minutes, minimum age 5 years.

PHP 2,300 per person

Jet ski ride

Jet ski ride, priced per guest. In the water near Gilutungan Island, about 30 minutes, minimum age 5 years.

PHP 2,500 per person

Flying fish ride

Flying fish towable ride. In the water near Gilutungan Island, about 30 minutes, minimum age 5 years.

PHP 800 per person

Gear and photos: GoPro rental or photo assistance PHP 650 flat, Professional underwater photography Custom quote, Fins rental PHP 200 per person, Water shoes rental PHP 200 per person, Extra towels PHP 100 per person.

Choose your add-ons and date

Sample timing

Private itinerary overview

08:30 AM

Pickup from your hotel or agreed pickup location. Pickup is 8:30 AM for every area, so you have time to eat breakfast at your hotel first.

09:15 AM

Estimated arrival at Cordova Port.

09:45 AM

Board the private boat.

10:30 AM

Start of island hopping: Gilutungan Marine Sanctuary, Caohagan, and Nalusuan Island, with swimming and snorkeling at each stop.

12:00 PM

Lunch on the island.

01:00 PM

Continue swimming and island exploration.

Included planning advantages

  • Private vehicle and route coordination for your group
  • Written confirmation before reservation fee payment
  • Fast WhatsApp, LINE, and Instagram backup contact
  • English, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese support on request
  • Digital waiver link connected to your booking ID

Why travelers choose direct

  • Quote confirmed before reservation fee payment
  • Private route planning instead of a fixed group schedule
  • Multilingual support for key traveler markets
  • Fast direct messaging when tour timing matters

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  • Tour date and hotel or pickup area
  • Number of guests and ages of children
  • Preferred language and payment method
  • Must-see stops or activities to avoid

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Search questions

Answers before you book

How many hours does Mactan island hopping take?

About 6 to 7 hours door to door. Roughly 30 minutes from your hotel to the jetty, a full morning on the water with 2 to 3 island stops and lunch, and drop-off back at your hotel by early to mid-afternoon. Pickup is usually 7:30 to 8:00 AM.

Which islands are included?

Common routes include Gilutungan Channel, Nalusuan Island, Caohagan Island, or Pandanon Island, confirmed based on tides, weather, and boat availability on your date.

Can we book from Cebu City?

Yes. Pickup is available from Cebu City, Mandaue, and Mactan area hotels. The team confirms the pickup point after your hotel is checked.

Is this good for children?

Yes, Mactan island hopping is one of the most family-friendly Cebu activities. The water is calm, life jackets are provided, and the schedule is flexible around young children's energy levels.

What can I add to Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour and what does it cost?

Choose add-ons on the booking page and the total updates as you pick. Pandanon Island PHP 1,000 per person, Banana boat ride PHP 350 per person, Parasailing flight PHP 2,300 per person, Jet ski ride PHP 2,500 per person, Flying fish ride PHP 800 per person.

What is lunch on the island hopping tour, and can we add Pandanon?

Lunch is a seafood and BBQ meal on the island, with soda and bottled water, and it is included. You can swap Gilutungan for Pandanon Island for PHP 1,000 per person extra. Pandanon adds about 1.5 hours of boat travel from Gilutungan, so the day ends later. Pickup is 8:30 AM for every area.

What are the age rules and water sports on the island hopping tour?

Children from 3 years old can join with the free life vest. Water sports (banana boat, parasailing, jet ski, flying fish) are in the water near Gilutungan Island, about 30 minutes each, from 5 years old. Pregnancy and health conditions are your own decision, so declare them on the liability waiver. If sailing is stopped for weather, we reschedule first, then refund.

What time is pickup on Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour, and how long is the day?

The planned pickup is 08:30 AM from your hotel, and the day lasts about 8.5 hours including the drives. Pickup from outside Cebu City can start earlier, and we confirm your exact time in writing. Please be in the lobby 10 minutes early. If you change hotel, tell us at least one day before.

How active is Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour, and what should I wear or bring?

Activity level: easy water activity. Bring sunblock, sunglasses, cap or hat, towels, secure aqua shoes or water sandals, extra clothes, extra cash. Wear clothes you do not mind getting wet. Tell us the ages of children and any health condition, and we confirm the day suits everyone before you pay.

How long is Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour?

Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour takes approximately 8.5 hours, including hotel pickup and drop-off from Mactan, Cebu City, Mandaue. Exact timing depends on your date, group size, and selected add-ons, the confirmed schedule is sent in your written quote.

Where does Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour depart from?

Hotel or accommodation pickup is arranged from Mactan, Cebu City, Mandaue. Enter your hotel name or meeting point in the booking form and the team confirms the exact pickup time after availability is checked.

Is this tour private?

Yes. Your vehicle, driver and guide are for your group only, all day, with no other passengers. Ferries, river cruises and public activity sites are shared with other visitors.

When do I pay?

Nothing is paid until we confirm your date, pickup time and final total in writing. Then you pay the reservation fee (PHP 500 per guest per tour day, maximum PHP 5,000). It is part of the price, not extra. You pay the balance in cash on tour day. For example, 4 guests on one tour day pay PHP 2,000 to reserve, and the rest on the day. Payment options: GoTyme, BPI transfer or PayPal (PayPal adds 5%).

Can I cancel or reschedule?

Free cancellation and free rescheduling are available up to 24 hours before the activity. Late cancellations and no-shows keep the reservation fee and any supplier costs already paid for your group. If we cancel for weather, safety or a government order, you choose a full refund or a free reschedule. If only one activity cannot run, we offer a replacement activity or a refund of that part, and our team sends you the final refund amount in writing before anything is settled.

How fast will I receive confirmation?

Most requests receive a staff reply within the same day. Urgent and same-week bookings are handled fastest through WhatsApp or LINE, usually within a few hours. We reply in writing with availability, pickup time and the final total. Only after that do you pay the reservation fee, and we confirm the booking again in writing.

Is a hotel included in the price?

Hotels are not part of our tour prices. You book your own hotel, and we recommend, assist and coordinate it. We can also book a hotel on your behalf when the hotel payment is sent together with your tour reservation payment.

What is the pickup arrangement?

Hotel or accommodation pickup and drop-off are included. The pickup time depends on the tour and on where you stay, and the first tour day time is stated in the written reply. Please be in the lobby 10 minutes early. If you change hotel, tell us at least one day before.

How much does Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour cost?

Mactan 3-Island Hopping Private Tour starts from PHP 5,550/person (based on 4 paying guests) per person. The price drops as your group grows. The written quote we send is the final price. Transport, guide, entrance and environmental fees, equipment and any lunch listed are all in the price. You pay extra only for optional add-ons you choose, meals not listed, tips and personal purchases.

Is there an age or fitness requirement?

Many Cebu tours can be adapted, but no activity is suitable for every age or ability. Staff check current operator rules, ages, swimming confidence, mobility, relevant health information, and conditions before confirming a recommendation.

What should I bring?

Sun protection, comfortable clothes, a change of clothes if swimming, reef-safe sunscreen for water activities, cash in pesos for meals not listed, tips and souvenirs, and any personal medications. Each guest gets 1 free bottled water per day. Full packing details are sent in your confirmation.

What happens if the weather is bad on our tour day?

If weather makes the tour unsafe or the destination inaccessible, the tour is rescheduled at no charge or fully refunded. Staff monitor conditions and notify you the evening before if there is any concern. Whale shark and island hopping tours are the most weather-dependent.

Do you have guides who speak Japanese or Korean?

A Japanese, Korean or Chinese-speaking guide is available as an add-on at PHP 2,000 per guide per tour day, subject to guide availability. Tick it on the booking form or mention it on WhatsApp or LINE when checking availability. English-speaking guides are standard.

Which hotels and areas do you pick up from in Cebu?

Hotel or accommodation pickup is included from Cebu City, Mactan Island (Lapu-Lapu), Mandaue, Talisay and most resort areas, at no extra charge. Enter your hotel name in the booking form. Pickup from farther areas starts earlier, and we tell you the exact time in writing.

Can I request a custom itinerary or combine two tours?

Yes. Add stops from the add-on list on the booking page, or message the team on WhatsApp or LINE with your preferred destinations and dates for a custom route. Some stops cannot share one day, for example Kawasan and Moalboal on an Oslob day, and we plan a second day for them.

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