Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
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Is Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering worth booking?
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering is a 12-hour experience in Cebu, Philippines, from $121 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 82 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (82)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $121 per person
• Snorkel face-to-face with whale sharks in Oslob — sightings effectively guaranteed every operating day • Head to Oslob for a once in a lifetime chance to get up close to real whale sharks • Participate in shark feed
What you get
- Private tour or shared tour option available
- Whale Shark Swimming Experience
- Lunch
- Trained Tour Guide/s
- Canyoneering gears (life jacket, aqua shoes, and helmet)
- Snorkeling gears (mask & life jacket)
About this experience
• Snorkel face-to-face with whale sharks in Oslob — sightings effectively guaranteed every operating day • Head to Oslob for a once in a lifetime chance to get up close to real whale sharks • Participate in shark feeding and explore surrounding coral reefs • Conquer Kawasan Falls canyoneering: cliff jumps, natural slides, and swims through turquoise canyon pools • Two world-class Cebu adventures in one seamless day — ideal for time-pressed, thrill-seeking travelers • Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, safety gear, and a trained guide per person all included
What's included
Included
- Private tour or shared tour option available
- Whale Shark Swimming Experience
- Lunch
- Trained Tour Guide/s
- Canyoneering gears (life jacket, aqua shoes, and helmet)
- Snorkeling gears (mask & life jacket)
- Oslob swimming fee
- Air-conditioned transport for hotel pickup & drop-off (Cebu City, Mandaue, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu)
Not included
- Insurance
- Breakfast
What you'll see and do
Oslob
Experience an up-close encounter with the largest fish species in the world, the whale shark. Be amazed by the view of the gentle giants of the sea as you swim next to them. Take a close look at their beauty, color patterns, and impressive size while keeping a safe distance.
30 minutes here
Kawasan Falls
(CLOSED every 3rd Wednesday of the month due to government clean-up). In the afternoon, the exciting canyoneering will begin where you’ll trek, climb, and jump off cliffs, ending at the jaw-dropping Kawasan Falls in Badian. This private tour also includes guides and instructors, free lunch , and all the safety gear you might need for a fun and worry-free day.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Join / Shared Tour Option
Cebu, Mactan, Lapu-lapu: For the shared tour option, pick-up and drop-off is only available within Cebu City, Mactan and Lapu-lapu area only. Pickup included
Private Tour Option
Additional pick-up location: For the Private tour option, pick-up and drop-off is available in Moalboal, Badian or Oslob area. Pickup included
Tour - w/ Tumalog Falls
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mcrich Travel and Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If you selected the shared tour option, pick-up time is between 2:00AM-2:30AM at the lobby of your hotel
- For shared tour option, hotel pick-up and drop-off is only available within Cebu city, Mactan and Lapu-lapu area
- For private tour option, hotel pickup and drop-off is available within Cebu City, Mactan Island, Lapu-lapu, Moalboal and Oslob area
- If your hotel is not available on the list, kindly provide us with the correct name and address of your accommodation on the “notes” section
- Tumalog Falls Tour Experience is available for add-on option
- Please bring extra swimming clothes, towels and toiletries. There is a changing room when you arrive in Oslob and you can take a shower after your tour in Badian
- Breakfast is available upon arrival in Oslob. Guests may purchase their own meal at a local restaurant around ₱200–₱250 per person.
- Go pro rental in Oslob are available for ₱600-₱800. You can bring your own SD card and pay the driver the fee on site
- Zipline is available add on for the canyoneering tour. The additional surcharge for the zipline is ₱600 per person
- Minimum age to join the canyoneering activity is 4 years old and above
- Canyoneering is a very extreme sport that includes jumping off cliffs and trekking downstream: all participants of this activity are expected to be in good health before joining the activity. However, jumping on each cliffs are ALL optional
- Kawasan Canyoneering is CLOSED every 3rd Wednesday of the month due to government clean-up
- In the event that this tour is canceled due to rough weather conditions, customers may opt to reschedule or receive a full refund
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $121 to $259
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cebu.
How much does Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering cost?
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Prices start at $121 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cebu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cebu is not rushed.
Is Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 82 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cebu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 12-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering?
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Around 29 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cebu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cebu and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cebu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cebu?
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On Outty we rank every Cebu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island with Sardines, Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls with Lunch (from Moalboal), Whale Watching in Sumilon Island with Ocean View Resort Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cebu?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cebu?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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