Oslob Tour
Located at the southern tip of CEBU, this small coastal town has become world famous because of the whaleshark attraction. While this is a controversial tourism activity, in 2014, a report by marine scientists have found a ”bright spot” in terms of coral reef preservation due to less dependency on fishing as a means of livelihood, allowing marine resources in the area to heal. Working hand-in-hand government units and locals are collaborating to slowly transition the interaction to make it more sustainable.
Fortunately, Oslob is not just about the whalesharks. It offers many more natural attractions like the most surreal sandbar, a majestic waterfall, coral reefs, secret caves, heritage sites, and Spanish ruins.
ITINERARY
| 3:00 AM | Pick-up at hotel |
| 7:30 AM | Breakfast at local restaurant |
| 8:00 AM | Whaleshark encounter |
| 9:30 AM | Proceed to Sumilon sandbar |
| 10:00 AM | Swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing |
| 11:30 AM | Lunch @ local restaurant |
| 1:00PM | Proceed to Tumalog Falls |
| 1:30 PM | Tumalog Falls swimming and picture-taking |
| 3:00 PM | Leave for Cebu City |
| 7:00 PM | Drop off @ Hotel |
INCLUSIONS
- Private use of DOT accredited transportation inclusive of driver and fuel
- Whaleshark activity : Use of life jacket & masks, eco tour fees, GoPro rental & service towels
- Option to upgrade to diving with whalesharks, just add PHP 2500.00/pax
- Beginners will be given a 20-minute intro to diving and will be assisted all throughout the underwater observation by a dive master.
- Sumilon Sandbar : free use of life jacket, eco tour fees, and round trip boat fare
- With option for exclusive Sumilon pumpboat transfers to manage time. Just add required additional fee (PHP 500-2,000 depending on group size)
- Tumalog Falls : eco tour fees, local guide, round-trip motorbike fare
- Tour coordinator all throughout the trip to ensure safety and responsiveness to guests needs.
- Daily allocation of two (2) 500ml mineral water.
EXCLUSIONS
- Mask, snorkel and snorkeling guide fee for Sumilon fish sanctuary
- All meals and snacks
- All other items not mentioned in the INCLUSIONS.
| DAY | ITINERARY |
1 |
AM – Pick-up at hotel/airport & enroute to Oslob with option to drop by :
PM – Check-in & at resort |
2 |
5:00AM – Oslob’s sunrise watching (optional) 6:00/6:30AM – Breakfast @ resort 7:00AM – Whaleshark interaction 8:00AM – Proceed to Tumalog Falls 8:30AM – Swimming, picture taking at Tumalog Falls 9:30AM – Proceed to Sumilon Sandbar 10:15AM – Swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing at Sumilon sandar 11:15AM – Return to Resort 12:30PM – Check-out from resort and lunch @ local restaurant 2:00PM – Leave for Cebu City 6:30/7:00PM – Drop off at hotel or Airport |
INCLUSIONS
- Private use of DOT accredited transportation inclusive of driver and fuel
- Overnight accommodation with plated breakfast @ a clean, safe and hygienic resorts with own bathroom and with free wifi. With a beachfront a stones-throw away.
- Whaleshark activity : Use of life jacket & masks, eco tour fees, GoPro rental, boatman tips, service towels
- Option to upgrade to diving with whalesharks, just add PHP 2500.00/pax
- Beginners will be given a 20-minute intro to diving and will be assisted all throughout the underwater observation by a dive master.
- Sumilon Sandbar : free use of life jacket, eco tour fees, and round trip boat fare
- With option for exclusive Sumilon pumpboat transfers to manage time. Just add required additional fee (PHP 500-2,000 depending on group size)
- Tumalog Falls : eco tour fees, local guide, round-trip motorbike fare
- Tour coordinator all throughout the trip to ensure safety and responsiveness to guests needs.
- Daily allocation of two (2) 500ml mineral water.
EXCLUSIONS
- Mask, snorkel and snorkeling guide fee for Sumilon fish sanctuary
- All meals and snacks
- All other items not mentioned in the INCLUSIONS.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Full refund is given less minimal agency fees (for work that has already been done, e.g. facilitation,
tour reservations, etc) if cancellation is made 72 hours prior date of tour and adviced via email to
[email protected] - No refund will be issue for NO SHOWS.
REMINDERS: Use of sunblock is prohibited in the whaleshark encounter as this may alter the water
chemistry and affect the health of the whalesharks. They may be used in all other activities.
| DAY | ITINERARY |
1 |
AM – Pick-up at hotel/airport & enroute to Oslob with option to drop by :
PM – Check-in & at resort |
2 |
5:00AM – Oslob’s sunrise watching (optional) 6:00/6:30AM – Breakfast @ resort 7:00AM – Whaleshark interaction 8:00AM – Proceed to Tumalog Falls 8:30AM – Swimming, picture taking at Tumalog Falls 9:30AM – Proceed to Sumilon Sandbar 10:15AM – Swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing at Sumilon sandar 11:15AM – Return to Resort 12:30PM – Check-out from resort and lunch @ local restaurant 2:00PM – Leave for Cebu City 6:30/7:00PM – Drop off at hotel or Airport |
3 |
8:00AM – Breakfast 8:30AM – Proceed to Tumalog Falls 9:00AM – Tumalog Falls sight-seeing, swimming and picture-taking 10:00AM – Return to Resort 11:30AM – Early lunch at Resort 5:30PM Onwards – Drop off |
INCLUSIONS:
- Private use of DOT accredited transportation inclusive of driver and fuel
- Overnight accommodation with plated breakfast @ a clean, safe and hygienic resorts with own bathroom and with free wifi. With a beachfront a stones-throw away.
- Whaleshark activity : Use of life jacket & masks, eco tour fees, GoPro rental, boatman tips, service
towels- Option to upgrade to diving with whalesharks, just add PHP 2500.00/pax
- Beginners will be given a 20-minute intro to diving and will be assisted all throughout the underwater observation by a dive master.
- Sumilon Sandbar : free use of life jacket, eco tour fees, and round trip boat fare
- With option for exclusive Sumilon pumpboat transfers to manage time. Just add required additional fee (PHP 500-2,000 depending on group size)
- Tumalog Falls : eco tour fees, local guide, round-trip motorbike fare
- Aguinid Falls : eco tour fees, local guide, use of safety gears and trekking shoes
- Tour coordinator all throughout the trip to ensure safety and responsiveness to guests needs.
- Daily allocation of two (2) 500ml mineral water.
EXCLUSIONS:
-
Mask, snorkel and snorkeling guide fee for Sumilon fish sanctuary
-
All meals and snacks
-
All other items not mentioned in the INCLUSIONS.
IMPORTANT:
- Prices may change without prior notice. Please confirm with reservations agents prior to making payment.
- Foreigners add PhP500/pax to the rate as the rates used for whaleshark activity is the discounted rate for locals.
- Children 2 years old and below are free of charge at the eco tour areas.
OTHER NOTES:
- Children 2 years old and below are free of charge at the eco tour areas.
- There are no 4-5 star resorts in Oslob.
USE OF SUNBLOCK:
- Use of sunblock is prohibited in the whaleshark encounter as this may alter the water chemistry and affect the health of the whalesharks. They may be used in all other activities.
WHALESHARK NO SIGHTING POLICY:
- There is a possibility that whalesharks may not be seen during the tour or the activity may suspended because of an unforeseen event, bad weather condition, and/or other environmental factors beyond the management’s control. In such event, no refund will be issued on the used transportation charges.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
- Full refund is given less minimal agency fees (for work that has already been done, e.g.
facilitation, tour reservations, etc) if cancellation is made 48 hours prior activity and advised via
email to [email protected] - No refund will be issue for NO SHOWS.
