Oslob whale shark swim and canyoneering adventure

Swim alongside whale sharks, then rappel and jump into secluded canyon pools.

Swim with whale sharks off the coast of Oslob, then travel to Badian for a full canyoneering adventure where you trek, slide down rock faces, rappel waterfalls and jump into pools. The day runs 12 hours with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, lunch at Kawasan Falls, and all snorkelling and canyoneering gear provided. Minimum age is 13.

The experience

The day starts at 4 a.m. with pickup from your hotel in Cebu. You arrive in Oslob by 7 a.m. for a close encounter with whale sharks. You'll snorkel alongside these gentle giants in their natural habitat. After the whale shark swim, you ride a motorcycle to the Badian canyoneering site for an orientation and safety briefing before the adventure begins.

Canyoneering lasts 4 to 5 hours depending on your pace. You trek uphill through the canyons, navigate rock formations, slide down natural chutes, rappel down waterfalls, and jump into crystal-clear pools. The 30-meter waterfall jump is the centerpiece. You'll leap into the water below after climbing to the top. Along the way you swim, hike and photograph the rock formations. An experienced guide stays with you throughout to manage safety and explain the local ecology.

You cool down at Kawasan Falls with lunch included, then depart Badian at 3:30 p.m. for the drive back to Cebu City, arriving at your hotel around 6:30 p.m. The package covers all fees and taxes, snorkelling equipment, canyoneering gear (head and body protection), an air-conditioned vehicle for transport, and the guide's assistance. You'll need a high level of physical fitness for the full day.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and air-conditioned vehicle transport.
• snorkelling equipment for the whale shark encounter.
• all canyoneering gear including head and body protection.
• English-speaking guide throughout both activities.
• lunch at Kawasan Falls.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 03:00 and 04:00

Book up to6h before

AgesAdult (13 to 65 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 31 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Physically demandingPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Island Escape Adventure

Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling with a small group or family (minimum age 13) and want both marine wildlife and high-intensity adventure in one day. The back-to-back activities mean you'll be moving and active for the full 12 hours, so this suits travelers who are physically fit and comfortable with rappelling and jumping rather than those looking for a slower pace.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the whale shark encounter like in Oslob?

You snorkel in the water alongside whale sharks in their natural habitat off the Oslob coast. The encounter happens early in the morning, around 7 a.m., when the whale sharks are most active. You'll be in the water with snorkelling gear provided, swimming near these gentle giants to observe them up close.

How difficult is the canyoneering part, and what exactly do you do?

Canyoneering lasts 4 to 5 hours and involves trekking uphill, sliding down rock faces, rappelling down waterfalls, and jumping into pools. The signature moment is a 30-meter waterfall jump. You'll need a high level of physical fitness. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnant travelers.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The package includes hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, snorkelling equipment, all canyoneering gear (head and body protection), lunch at Kawasan Falls, an English-speaking guide, and all fees and taxes. Bring a valid ID, a change of clothes, and a towel. The operator will provide everything else needed for both activities.

What time does the day start and end?

Pickup begins at 4 a.m. from your hotel. You arrive in Oslob by 7 a.m. for the whale shark swim, then travel to Badian for canyoneering. You depart Badian at 3:30 p.m. and arrive back at your hotel around 6:30 p.m., making it a full 12-hour day.

Is there a minimum age, and can I do this if I'm not a strong swimmer?

The minimum age is 13. You'll need a high level of physical fitness for the canyoneering portion, which involves rappelling and jumping. The whale shark snorkel is accessible to most swimmers with snorkelling gear, but the full day's demands mean you should be comfortable in water and physically prepared for the canyon activities.