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Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour

Swim with whale sharks in Oslob, then head to Badian for Kawasan canyoneering with local guides and private transfers.

From PHP 4,500.00/pax (based on 4 guests) Reserve my preferred date
Duration14 to 16 hours
PickupCebu City, Mandaue, Mactan
Price guideFrom PHP 4,500.00/pax (based on 4 guests)
ActivityModerate adventure

Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour is a 14 to 16 hours private tour with hotel pickup from Cebu City, Mandaue, Mactan, starting from From PHP 4,500.00/pax (based on 4 guests). Activity level: Moderate adventure. 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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1 guest Private quote Best when pickup area, date, and add-ons are confirmed. No shared group unless requested.
2 guests From PHP 7,500.00 / guest Based on the 2-paying-guest private-tour minimum. Larger groups pay less per guest.
3 guests PHP 5,333.33 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
4 guests PHP 4,500.00 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
5 guests PHP 3,800.00 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
6 guests PHP 3,777.78 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
8 guests PHP 3,166.67 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
10 guests PHP 2,800.00 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
11 guests PHP 4,121.21 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
15 guests PHP 3,377.78 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
20 guests PHP 2,866.67 / guest Per guest, base tour only. One private vehicle, driver and guide for your group.
21+ guests PHP 3,555.56 / 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

  • Two of Cebu's top activities in one private day tour
  • Early Oslob start with Badian canyoneering after breakfast
  • Helmet, life vest, and local guide included

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Adventure travelers Groups of friends Active couples Bucket-list Cebu trips

Tour packages

Choose the route that fits your group

Whale Shark + Kawasan Adventure

Oslob whale shark activity, Badian canyoneering, Kawasan Falls, private transfers, and local guide coordination.

From PHP 4,500 per person for 4 guests, the same price as the Oslob Whale Shark Private Tour from Cebu plus your add-ons

The best-selling South Cebu combination for active travelers.

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.

Upgrade: Discover Scuba Diving

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

PHP 2,500 per person

Kawasan Falls zipline

Zipline at Kawasan, added to the canyoneering and ticked by default. Untick it if you prefer a trek of about 45 minutes instead. Kawasan Falls is closed on the third Wednesday of each month.

PHP 650 per person

Sumilon Sandbar and Sanctuary Snorkeling

Shared (joiner) boat to the Sumilon sandbar and sanctuary snorkeling after Oslob, when sea conditions and local rules allow. Sumilon Island is closed on the third Wednesday of each month.

PHP 850 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

Mantayupan Falls

Stop at Mantayupan Falls in Barili on the way back to Cebu. Only available when a Moalboal or Kawasan activity is also in your day.

PHP 800 per person

Aguinid Falls

Short sightseeing stop at Aguinid Falls in Samboan, in the far south of Cebu, on the route from Oslob toward Badian. Only available when a Moalboal or Kawasan activity is also in your day.

PHP 800 per person
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Da-o Falls

Short sightseeing stop at Da-o Falls in Samboan, in the far south of Cebu, on the route from Oslob toward Badian. Only available when a Moalboal or Kawasan activity is also in your day.

PHP 800 per person

Inambakan Falls

Short sightseeing stop at Inambakan Falls in Ginatilan, in the far south of Cebu, on the route from Oslob toward Badian. Only available when a Moalboal or Kawasan activity is also in your day.

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, Extra towels PHP 100 per person.

Choose your add-ons and date

Itinerary

Sample itinerary, Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour

This 14 to 16 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.

3:00 AM

Pickup from your hotel or agreed pickup location. Pickup is 3:00 AM in Cebu City and 2:30 AM from outside the city, such as Mactan or Mandaue. We confirm your exact pickup time once we have your 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.

6:00 AM

Whale shark snorkeling on the shared Oslob boat. The session is usually 30 to 45 minutes.

8:30 AM

Breakfast stop and drive to Badian.

10:30 AM

Gear fitting and safety briefing for canyoneering.

11:00 AM

Canyoneering route through streams, jumps, slides, and Kawasan Falls. Kawasan Falls is closed on the third Wednesday of each month.

2:30 PM

Late lunch at Kawasan (included).

7:00 PM

Estimated drop-off at your hotel or agreed location.

What's included in this tour

The following is included in the standard Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour 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
  • Water shoes and a dry bag for each guest
  • Kawasan Falls entrance and environmental fees
  • Whale shark boat for each guest (Oslob boats are shared, as required by the local government)
  • Free use of snorkeling gear and life vest for each guest
  • Whale shark snorkeling fee included for local and foreign guests
  • Local canyoneering guide, helmet, and life jacket for each guest
  • Free lunch at Kawasan Falls
  • 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
  • Luggage can stay in the van, safe with our driver and guide
  • Free showers and toilets at Oslob

Not included

  • Breakfast and other meals not listed in the itinerary (ask your hotel reception the night before to pack your breakfast, or buy breakfast on the way)
  • Tips for your driver and guide
  • Personal expenses and optional rentals such as fins, GoPro, and photos
  • Japanese, Korean, or Chinese-speaking guide is an add-on (PHP 2,000 per guide per tour day, subject to availability)
  • Zipline (PHP 650 per person)
  • 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

SwimwearTowelRash guardDry bagChange of clothesExtra cash

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Booking questions

Before you reserve this tour

What can I add to Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour and what does it cost?

Choose add-ons on the booking page and the total updates as you pick. Upgrade: Discover Scuba Diving PHP 2,500 per person, Kawasan Falls zipline PHP 650 per person, Sumilon Sandbar and Sanctuary Snorkeling PHP 850 per person, Tumalog Falls Viewing PHP 200 per person, Mantayupan Falls PHP 800 per person, Aguinid Falls PHP 800 per person, Da-o Falls PHP 800 per person, Inambakan Falls PHP 800 per person.

Is the Oslob whale shark boat private?

No. The Oslob local government manages the whale shark boats and does not allow private boats, so the boat is shared with other guests. This is the same for every operator. Your vehicle, driver and guide are private to your group.

Can I add Kawasan Falls and Moalboal on the same Oslob day?

You can add one of them, not both, because the day would run too long. Kawasan Falls swimming or canyoneering, or Moalboal sardines and turtles, fit after the whale sharks. If you want Moalboal first, the whale sharks move to another morning or into a plan with an overnight stay near Oslob.

What are the whale shark rules, and what is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 7 years. Do not touch or chase the whale sharks, and do not use flash. Follow the guides and keep the life vest on. The in-water session is usually 30 to 45 minutes. Tell us before the tour about swimming ability, pregnancy or heart conditions so we can plan safely.

How many guests fit in one vehicle?

A sedan or SUV takes 1 to 4 guests. A van takes 5 to 10 guests, or up to 8 guests when you carry luggage. The vehicle is for your group only.

What if no whale sharks are seen?

Whale shark sightings are not guaranteed. The activity is managed by the local government unit (LGU) in Oslob, so what applies if none are seen depends on the LGU rules. Your guide explains this on the day.

Are there showers and toilets, and is my luggage safe?

Showers and toilets at Oslob are free. Luggage can stay in the van, safe with our driver and guide.

What ID do I need to bring?

Bring a valid ID. A digital ID is accepted. IDs are listed for registration, validation and verification.

What time is pickup on Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour, and how long is the day?

The planned pickup is 3:00 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 Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour, and what should I wear or bring?

Activity level: moderate adventure. Bring swimwear, towel, rash guard, dry bag, change of 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.

Is lunch included on Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour?

Yes. Free lunch at Kawasan Falls. Breakfast and other meals are not included, and drinks beyond the free bottled water are at your own expense.

Will the places on Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour 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 Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour?

Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour takes approximately 14 to 16 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 Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour 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 Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour cost?

Oslob Whale Shark + Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Private Tour starts from PHP 4,500.00/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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