Moalboal sardines, turtles, Kawasan Falls day tour from Cebu

Swim through a sardine run, then trek into a waterfall canyon

A 12-hour tour from Cebu travels south to Moalboal for snorkeling among turtles and sardine schools at Panagsama Beach, then continues to Kawasan Falls in Badian for trekking and swimming in multi-tiered pools. The tour includes a live guide in English or Japanese, air-conditioned transport, lunch and hotel pickup. Children from age 5 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Kawasan Falls and Moalboal snorkeling

• Swim and trek at Kawasan Falls
• Snorkel at Moalboal

The experience

The day starts with a drive south to Moalboal, where Panagsama Beach opens into one of the Philippines' most recognizable marine spectacles: a massive sardine run that gathers close enough to the shore for snorkeling. You'll enter the water to move among the schools alongside turtles and clownfish, the sheer density of the sardine ball the main draw for divers and snorkelers across the region. The beach itself is the working heart of the tour, not a side stop.

After Moalboal, the route continues inland to Badian and Kawasan Falls, a multi-tiered cascade ranked 6th among the world's most beautiful waterfalls in 2022. The falls drop over limestone cliffs into clear, emerald-colored pools surrounded by forest. You'll trek to reach the falls and swim in the pools. The water is cold and the pools are deep enough to require comfort in the water. Lunch is provided during the day, and the tour wraps by early evening.

An air-conditioned vehicle collects you from your hotel and returns you at the end of the day. The guide speaks English or Japanese and stays with the group throughout. Bottled water is included. Bring a towel, reef-safe sunscreen and a change of clothes for the water activities.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a live guide in English or Japanese.
• lunch.
• bottled water.
• snorkeling at Panagsama Beach in Moalboal.
• trekking and swimming at Kawasan Falls.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 05:00

Book up to6h before

AgesAdult (12 to 60 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?The tour runs 12 hours with water entry at both stops and forest trekking, so choose it if you're comfortable swimming in open water and walking to reach the falls. The early start and full day suit travelers who want both the sardine run and the waterfall in one outing.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What is the sardine run at Moalboal like when you snorkel there?

The sardine run at Panagsama Beach is a massive school of sardines that gathers close to shore, visible and swimmable through during snorkeling. You'll see turtles and clownfish in the same water. The density and scale of the sardine ball is the signature of the site.

How much time do you spend in the water on this tour?

Snorkeling at Moalboal and swimming at Kawasan Falls make up the main water activities. The exact duration depends on conditions and group pace, but both are core to the day rather than brief stops.

Is Kawasan Falls difficult to reach, or do you need hiking experience?

Kawasan Falls requires trekking to reach the pools, but the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The trek is part of the experience, not a barrier. Children from age 5 can participate.

What's included in the tour price, and what should I bring?

The tour includes hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, a live guide in English or Japanese, lunch and bottled water. Bring a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a change of clothes and footwear suitable for wet rocks and forest trails.