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Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour

A day trip to Malapascua Island for a morning thresher shark dive at Monad Shoal - for certified divers only.

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Duration14 to 16 hours
PickupCebu hotel, airport, or pier
Price guideCurrently unavailable
ActivityCertified divers only

Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour is not currently open for reservations. Ask us about a similar private route or the next available departure.

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

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Highlights

What to expect

  • Thresher sharks at Monad Shoal - one of the only reliable places in the world to see them
  • Early boat out for the best sighting window
  • A long day, but a genuinely rare encounter

Best for

Certified divers wanting a bucket-list species Guests already comfortable with early starts and long days

Tour packages

Choose the route that fits your group

Two-Dive Thresher Shark Trip

Private transfer to Maya port, boat to Malapascua, two dives including the Monad Shoal thresher shark dive, full gear and boat crew.

Sample quote from PHP 6,500 per pax

Certification card must be shown before diving. A refresher or intro dive is not offered for this specific trip.

Itinerary

Sample itinerary, Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour

This 14 to 16 hours private tour departs from Cebu hotel, airport, or pier. Times below are samples, the exact schedule is confirmed in your written quote before tour day.

2:00 AM

Hotel pickup - this trip requires the earliest start of any Cebu OK Travel tour. Hotel breakfast is usually 6 AM, after this pickup, so ask for a packed breakfast the night before and eat it in the car or on arrival.

4:30 AM

Arrive Maya port; boat crossing to Malapascua (approx. 30 minutes).

5:30 AM

Morning boat out to Monad Shoal (or nearby Kimud Shoal, depending on shark movement) for the thresher shark dive.

8:00 AM

Second dive at a nearby reef site.

10:00 AM

Breakfast and rest on Malapascua.

12:00 PM

Return boat to Maya, then drive back to Cebu City.

4:00 PM

Hotel drop-off.

What's included in this tour

The following is included in the standard Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour package. Final inclusions and any add-ons are confirmed in your written quote before payment.

  • Private air-conditioned transport
  • Hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off
  • Friendly local driver and route coordination
  • Fuel, parking, and standard road fees
  • WhatsApp, LINE, and KakaoTalk support before tour day
  • 1 free bottled water for each guest per tour day
  • English support
  • Dive operator and boat coordination
  • Two dives with tank and weights
  • Free use of towels for each guest
  • All entrance and environmental fees

Not included

  • Meals unless listed in the final quote
  • Personal expenses and optional rentals
  • Japanese, Korean, or Chinese-speaking guide is an add-on (PHP 2,000 per guide per tour day, subject to availability)
  • Dive gear rental unless included in final quote
  • Certification courses
  • Medical clearance when required by the dive operator
  • Sightings are never guaranteed - thresher sharks are wild animals

What to bring

Dive certification cardDive log bookSwimwearReef-safe sunscreenCash for meals

Optional activities

Add only what your group wants

Dive gear rental

Full BCD, regulator, and wetsuit rental if you don't bring your own.

Extra dive

Add a third dive at an additional reef site.

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Booking questions

Before you reserve this tour

What time is pickup on Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour, and how long is the day?

The planned pickup is 2:00 AM from your hotel, and the day lasts about 14 to 16 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 Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour, and what should I wear or bring?

Activity level: certified divers only. Bring dive certification card, dive log book, swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, cash for meals. 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.

Is lunch included on Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour?

No. Lunch is at your own expense. Each guest gets 1 free bottled water per day.

How long is Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour?

Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour takes approximately 14 to 16 hours, including hotel pickup and drop-off from Cebu hotel, airport, or pier. Exact timing depends on your date, group size, and selected add-ons, the confirmed schedule is sent in your written quote.

Where does Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour depart from?

Hotel or accommodation pickup is arranged from Cebu hotel, airport, or pier. 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 Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour cost?

Malapascua Thresher Shark Diving Private Tour starts from PHP 6,500/person (based on 3 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. The shorter Kawasan Falls swimming visit (about 2 hours) can share an Oslob whale-shark day with Moalboal sardine snorkeling; Kawasan canyoneering is longer and should be planned separately from Moalboal.

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