Snorkeling with Whale Sharks in Oslob from Cebu

Swim next to whale sharks, then trek to a waterfall

A full-day snorkeling activity from Cebu that takes you to Oslob to swim alongside whale sharks in their natural habitat, then to Kawasan Falls for a freshwater swim. The trip includes hotel pickup across Cebu City, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Moalboal and Oslob; a local English-speaking guide; lunch; and all entry fees. Participants are guaranteed a swim with the whale sharks. The itinerary involves a scenic trek through tropical foliage to reach the falls, and swimming only: no cliff jumping or canyoneering.

Step-by-step itinerary

Whale shark swim and Kawasan Falls trek

• Swim with whale sharks in Oslob
• Trek through tropical forest to Kawasan Falls
• Swim in Kawasan Falls blue waters

The experience

You start from your hotel in Cebu and head south to Oslob, where the day centers on swimming alongside whale sharks. These are the largest fish species in the world, and the encounter happens in open water where you can observe their color patterns and size up close while keeping a safe distance. The feeding happens in a designated area, and your guide stays with you throughout to point out the coral reefs nearby and manage the experience safely.

After the whale shark swim, the route turns inland toward Kawasan Falls. The journey itself is part of the day: a trek through dense tropical foliage that builds anticipation before you reach the blue waters where you'll swim and cool off. This is a straightforward swimming stop, not a canyoneering tour, so you wade and float rather than jump or rappel. Lunch is included partway through the day to fuel the full 12-hour itinerary.

Hotel pickup covers Cebu City, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Moalboal and Oslob itself, so if you're staying elsewhere in the region, let your driver know your drop-off point and bring your luggage along. If rough weather cancels the tour, you can reschedule or get a full refund. GoPro rental is available on-site in Oslob for a small fee if you want to capture the whale shark footage.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off across Cebu City, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Moalboal and Oslob.
• a local English-speaking guide for the full day.
• lunch.
• entry fees for both Oslob and Kawasan Falls.
• and a guaranteed swim with whale sharks.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 03:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (8 to 60 years) · Child (1 to 7 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Mcrich Travel and Tours

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from across the Cebu region means you don't need a rental car or arrange your own transport. Your driver collects you in the morning and returns you at the end of the day, so this works whether you're staying in the city or elsewhere in the area.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 7 years).

What happens if the weather is too rough to go?

If rough conditions cancel the tour, you can reschedule for another date or receive a full refund: no penalty either way.

Is breakfast included, or should I eat before pickup?

Breakfast is not included, so eat before your hotel pickup. Lunch is provided later in the day during the itinerary.

Can I film the whale sharks with my own camera?

Yes, bring your own camera or phone. GoPro rental is available in Oslob for ₱600–800 if you want underwater footage. You can bring your own SD card and pay the driver on-site.

Does this trip include jumping off the waterfalls?

No, this is a swimming and snorkeling trip, not a canyoneering tour. You swim in the Kawasan Falls waters but do not jump or rappel.