The encounter rate is 99%! This plan is for those who want to spend a relaxing time at the sandbar of Sumilon Island, which is said to have the highest transparency in Cebu Island, spend time at the hotel facilities, and enjoy lunch prepared by the chef of Blue Water Sumilon Hotel, in addition to the popular Whale Shark Snorkeling tour with early morning departure by word of mouth. The tour includes a visit to a marine sanctuary where you can see many tropical fish. You can also enjoy snorkeling with many tropical fish in a marine reserve.

• Days of Week

  Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat

• Duration

  15 hours

• Adult (ages 12+)

  USD 190.00

• Adult (ages 13+)

  USD 380.00

• Child (ages 6-11)

  USD 170.00

• Infant (ages 5 & under)

  USD 0.00

• Highlight #1

  Encounter rate is 99%! Snorkel with whale sharks

• Highlight #2

  No.1 in transparency in Cebu Island! Relaxing in Sumilon Island

• Highlight #3

  Chef from Bluewater Smilon prepares lunch

• What's Included

  • Round-trip transfer fee from hotel
  • Japanese-speaking guide fee
  • Life vest (life jacket), snorkel, snorkel mask in Oslob
  • Bangka (Outrigger boat fee)
  • Boat fare to/from Sumilon Island
  • Lunch at Sumilon Island
  • Activities on Sumilon Island
  • Admission and entrance fee for each

• What's Not Included

  • Snorkeling on Sumilon Island paid separately

• What to Bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Flip-flops
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Jacket or other covering
  • Countermeasures against heat stroke
  • Insect repellent measures
  • Additional Beverage Charge
  • Breakfast fee
  • Some cash

• Additional Info

  • Even infants and toddlers attending free of charge will need to register their names. Please be sure to provide your name, age and gender. Failure to fill out the form may prevent boarding.
  • You will need to present your English ID to confirm your registration in Oslob. Please bring a photocopy of the photo page of your passport or an image of your passport saved in your smartphone.
  • Tour times and order may change depending on the situation on the day of the tour. The itinerary may be changed depending on the hotel where the guest is staying.
  • Rates are per person.
  • Infants (0-5 years old) may participate under the supervision and responsibility of a parent or guardian, with a maximum of one infant per adult.
  • Infants (0-5 years old) do not have seats and meals. If you wish to have a seat and meals, please apply for the child fare (6-11 years old).
  • If we are over capacity on the day of the tour, or if the luggage cannot be accommodated, we may arrange an additional vehicle (for a fee) separately. If you have large loads such as large cardboard boxes, golf bags, baby strollers, wheelchairs, diving equipment, etc., please let us know in advance at the time of booking.
  • Breakfast is not included; please bring your own. If it is difficult to prepare breakfast, we can stop at a fast food restaurant along the way (drive-through). Please let the guide know on the day of the tour.
  • Vehicles will be shared with other passengers.
  • The road may be very bumpy during the trip, so those who are prone to car sickness are advised to bring an anti-sickness medicine.
  • It can be chilly on the water, so please bring a cloak.
  • A long-distance pick-up surcharge will apply for hotels north of Cebu City. Please pay at the hotel on the day of the tour. Some hotels may not be able to provide this service.
  • A long-distance pick-up surcharge will apply for hotels north of Cebu City. Please pay at the hotel on the day of the tour. Some hotels may not be able to provide this service.
  • [Snorkeling common precautions]
  • A liability waiver form must be submitted at the time of tour participation. Please print it out in advance, sign it and bring it with you so that we can guide you smoothly on the day of the tour. If you do not bring the form with you in advance, you will be asked to fill it out in your car on the day of the event.
  • 1. Confirmation 2. Waiver of Liability Agreement
  • The following persons are not eligible to participate
  • Those with diseases of the ear, nose, and throat system, respiratory system, or circulatory system
  • Pregnant
  • In addition, those who fall under the following categories are not allowed to participate in the program without consulting and obtaining permission from a professional physician.
  • The following symptoms or history of symptoms are also required: high blood pressure, low blood pressure, consciousness disorder, Meniere's disease, depression, mania, convulsive seizure, hernia, cerebrospinal disease, cardiovascular disease, habitual seizure, pneumothorax, alcohol or drug dependence, lung disease, major surgery, bowel obstruction, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, etc. Epilepsy, etc.
  • A gratuity will be charged to the local guide. The standard tip is 100 pesos per guide. Please pay the tip directly to the guide on the day of the tour.
  • Do not consume alcoholic beverages beforehand
  • Please stay with your pre-determined buddy (pair).
  • Be sure to look up at the surface of the water about once every 10 seconds to keep an eye on the boat you were on, the boats around you, etc.
  • If you have any physical problems or are tired from swimming, please ask a nearby staff member for help.
  • [Snorkeling precautions for whale sharks]
  • Locker fee of 50 pesos (upon request, luggage other than valuables can be stored in the car)
  • Snorkel rental is included, but a mouthpiece fee of 100 pesos per person is required.
  • Fins for use with whale shark snorkeling can be rented for 150 pesos per set.
  • Bring your own camera (GoPro) fee of 250 pesos (only if requested, required for GoPro rental plan)
  • Do not turn on lights such as camera or video flashes.
  • Contact with whale sharks is very dangerous. Do not block the direction of travel and do not approach within 5 meters.
  • For environmental protection reasons, the use of sunscreen is prohibited during whale shark snorkeling.
  • For bookings of 9 or more people, we may split into several boats for the whale shark tour.
  • Although there is a fairly high probability that you will see whale sharks, there are cases where you may not see whale sharks due to the weather or waves of the day.
  • There is a possibility that the Philippine government will raise the entry fee for the Oslob area. Please note that there is a possibility that the tour fee will be increased after the booking is confirmed.
  • Krill is used to feed the whale sharks. Although there have been no reports of accidents, those with strong allergies to crustaceans are advised to take precautionary measures such as taking medication beforehand.

• Minimum Participants

  • 2

• Cancellation Policies

  USD 60.00

  10 days before to 12:00

  50%

  1 days before to 16:00

  After 16:00, 1 days before

  100%

  Participation Date