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Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu

A private Sumilon Island sandbar trip from Cebu, combining the stunning Blue Waters marine sanctuary, white sandbar swimming, and flexible South Cebu routing.

From PHP 4,600.00/pax (based on 4 guests) Reserve my preferred date
Tour codeA5
Duration12 to 13 hours
PickupCebu City, Mandaue, Mactan
Price guideFrom PHP 4,600.00/pax (based on 4 guests)
ActivityEasy snorkeling and beach

Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu is a 12 to 13 hours private tour with hotel pickup from Cebu City, Mandaue, Mactan, starting from From PHP 4,600.00/pax (based on 4 guests). Activity level: Easy snorkeling and beach. Your group travels exclusively, no shared vehicle, no shared guide.

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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Private-tour pricing by group size

Competitor marketplaces often hide the real local coordination behind checkout. Cebu OK Travel confirms the route first, then sends a written quote with no surprise add-ons.

1 guest Private quote Best when pickup area, date, and add-ons are confirmed. No shared group unless requested.
2 guests From PHP 7,850.00 / guest Based on the 2-paying-guest private-tour minimum. Larger groups pay less per guest.
3 guests PHP 5,516.67 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
4 guests PHP 4,600.00 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
5 guests PHP 3,850.00 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
6 guests PHP 3,800.00 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
8 guests PHP 3,133.33 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
10 guests PHP 2,733.33 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
11 guests PHP 4,042.42 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
15 guests PHP 3,266.67 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
20 guests PHP 2,733.33 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
21+ guests PHP 3,419.05 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
✓ Free cancellation if we cancel for weather ✓ No payment before written confirmation ✓ Reservation fee deducted from total (PHP 500 per guest per tour day) ✓ Same-day reply for most tour requests

Highlights

What to expect

  • Private van to southern Cebu and boat access to Sumilon Island
  • Sumilon sandbar, shifts with the tide for a unique floating-island effect
  • Snorkeling in the Sumilon marine sanctuary with coral gardens and fish
  • Optional add-on with Oslob whale shark tour on the same route

Best for

Snorkeling enthusiasts Beach and sandbar lovers Guests combining with Oslob whale shark tour Couples and small families

Tour packages

Choose the route that fits your group

Sumilon Island Day Tour

Private hotel pickup, van to southern Cebu, boat to Sumilon Island, sandbar swimming, snorkeling, and return transfer.

From PHP 5,100 per person for 4 guests

Best for guests who want Sumilon sandbar and marine sanctuary as a standalone private day.

Sumilon + Oslob Whale Shark Combo

Start with whale sharks at Oslob at dawn, then boat to Sumilon sandbar for snorkeling and lunch.

From PHP 6,100 per person for 4 guests (the Oslob whale shark tour plus the Sumilon shared boat add-on)

Popular combination, both sites are in the same southern Cebu area.

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.

Sumilon Island private boat

Only you and your group ride, and the boat drops you directly at the Sumilon snorkeling sanctuary. Sumilon Island is closed on the third Wednesday of each month.

PHP 950 per person

Oslob whale shark

Whale shark snorkeling on the shared Oslob boat before the rest of your day, usually 30 to 45 minutes. Whale shark sessions run only between about 5:30 AM and 10:00 AM, so pickup moves to 3:00 AM in Cebu City and 2:30 AM outside it. Your day follows the matching whale shark combo, with the same price.

PHP 1,000 per person

Upgrade: Discover Scuba Diving

Try scuba for the first time with a certified instructor near Sumilon Island, arranged with the local dive operator. No experience needed. Price is per guest and covers the guided dive and equipment.

PHP 4,000 per person

Tumalog Falls Viewing

Quick viewing stop at Tumalog Falls near Oslob when the falls are open. The falls are closed on the second Wednesday of each month. Entrance is PHP 200 per person.

PHP 200 per person

Kawasan Falls swimming

Swim at the Kawasan Falls pools after the whale sharks, without the canyoneering. Kawasan Falls is closed on the third Wednesday of each month. Cannot be combined with the Moalboal stop on the same day. Lunch at Kawasan is included.

PHP 950 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

Itinerary

Sample itinerary, Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu

This 12 to 13 hours private tour departs from Cebu City, Mandaue, Mactan. Times below are samples, the exact schedule is confirmed in your written quote before tour day.

4:30 AM

Private pickup from your hotel or agreed pickup location. If your hotel offers breakfast, ask the reception the night before to pack your breakfast, because you leave before breakfast opens. Eat it in the car or on arrival. Pickup is 4:30 AM when there is no whale shark activity. If you add whale shark snorkeling, pickup moves to 3:00 AM in Cebu City and 2:30 AM outside it, because whale shark sessions run only between about 5:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

6:30 AM

Arrive in the Oslob area and prepare for the boat to Sumilon. Whale shark snorkeling can be added to this day. Whale shark sessions run only between about 5:30 AM and 10:00 AM, so pickup moves to 3:00 AM when you add it.

9:00 AM

Boat to Sumilon Island, about 30 minutes each way. Up to 2 hours on the island for swimming, snorkeling in the marine sanctuary, and sandbar exploration. Sumilon Island is closed on the third Wednesday of each month.

12:00 PM

Lunch at your own expense. Choose or order from a restaurant near the island or in Oslob.

1:00 PM

Return van back. Estimated drop-off at your hotel or agreed location around 4:00 PM.

What's included in this tour

The following is included in the standard Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu package. Final inclusions and any add-ons are confirmed in your written quote before payment.

  • One all-in price: no extra fees on the day for anything on this itinerary. You pay only for meals not listed, tips and personal purchases
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with a local driver
  • DOT-accredited English-speaking tour guide
  • Hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off in Cebu City, Mandaue, or Mactan
  • Fuel, parking, tolls, and standard road fees
  • Entrance, environmental, and local government fees for the stops in this itinerary
  • Shared boat to Sumilon Island and back (private boat upgrade: PHP 950 per person extra)
  • Sumilon Blue Waters entry and environmental fee
  • Life vest and snorkeling gear for each guest
  • Free use of towels and hygiene masks for each guest
  • 1 free bottled water for each guest per tour day
  • English support
  • WhatsApp, LINE, and KakaoTalk support before tour day

Not included

  • Breakfast and other meals not listed in the itinerary (ask your hotel for a packed breakfast, or buy breakfast on the way)
  • Lunch (your own expense)
  • Tips for your driver and guide
  • Personal expenses and optional rentals such as fins, water shoes, GoPro, and photos
  • Japanese, Korean, or Chinese-speaking guide is an add-on (PHP 2,000 per guide per tour day, subject to availability)
  • Optional stops and add-ons you do not select (priced as add-ons)
  • Travel insurance
  • PayPal processing fee (5%) if you pay the reservation fee by PayPal. Bank transfer has no fee from us

What to bring

SwimwearReef-safe sunscreenWaterproof cameraTowel and change of clothesExtra cash for meals and personal extrasWater shoes (optional)

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Booking questions

Before you reserve this tour

What can I add to Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu and what does it cost?

Choose add-ons on the booking page and the total updates as you pick. Sumilon Island private boat PHP 950 per person, Oslob whale shark PHP 1,000 per person, Upgrade: Discover Scuba Diving PHP 4,000 per person, Tumalog Falls Viewing PHP 200 per person, Kawasan Falls swimming PHP 950 per person.

Is the Sumilon boat shared or private?

A shared boat is included. A private boat for your group is PHP 950 per person extra.

What time is pickup on Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu, and how long is the day?

The planned pickup is 4:30 AM from your hotel, and the day lasts about 12 to 13 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 Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu, and what should I wear or bring?

Activity level: easy snorkeling and beach. Bring swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, waterproof camera, towel and change of clothes, extra cash for meals and personal extras, water shoes (optional). 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 Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu?

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

Will the places on Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu be open on my date?

Almost always. The scheduled closures are: Sumilon Island is closed on the third Wednesday of each month. Kawasan Falls is closed on the third Wednesday of each month. Tumalog Falls is closed on the second Wednesday of each month. We check your date before we confirm it. If a place on your route is closed, we agree a different date or route with you before you pay anything, and we recheck two days before the tour.

How long is Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu?

Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu takes approximately 12 to 13 hours, including hotel pickup and drop-off from Cebu City, Mandaue, Mactan. Exact timing depends on your date, group size, and selected add-ons, the confirmed schedule is sent in your written quote.

Where does Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu depart from?

Hotel or accommodation pickup is arranged from Cebu City, Mandaue, Mactan. 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 Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu cost?

Sumilon Island Private Tour from Cebu starts from PHP 4,600.00/pax (based on 4 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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