Mactan Island Hopping (Hilutungan, Nalusuan, Caohagan)
Private Exclusive Tour · Cebu
Mactan Island Hopping (Hilutungan, Nalusuan, Caohagan)
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Mactan Island Hopping
Mactan Island Hopping
Mactan Island Hopping
Itinerary
All times are estimates — subject to traffic, sea conditions, and your hotel location.
07:00 AM
Hotel pick-up; drive to Cordova Port (~40
60 min)
08:20 AM
Boat departs from Cordova Port
09:00 AM
Gilutungan Island
snorkeling, sandbar, photos
10:30 AM
Caohagan Island
swimming, sunbathing, beach walk
12:00 PM
Nalusuan Island
snorkeling, swimming, relaxing
01:00 PM
Lunch (included)
03:00 PM
Back at Cordova Port
04:00 PM
Estimated hotel drop-off
What to Bring
Swimwear (wear under clothes)
Waterproof dry bag
Quick-dry towel + full dry change
Reef-safe sunscreen
Hat, UV sunglasses, SPF lip balm
Aqua shoes/water shoes
Reusable water bottle
Camera/extra memory card
Small cash
Motion sickness meds
Important Notes
1
Dress Code at Simala
Strict dress code enforced — no shorts, mini-skirts, sleeveless tops, or revealing clothing. Guards will deny entry. Bring a scarf or shawl to cover up if needed.
Strict dress code enforced — no shorts, mini-skirts, sleeveless tops, or revealing clothing. Guards will deny entry. Bring a scarf or shawl to cover up if needed.
2
Crowd Tips
Visiting Simala early in the morning avoids long queues and crowds that build up by midday and on weekends. This itinerary is optimised for the best experience.
Visiting Simala early in the morning avoids long queues and crowds that build up by midday and on weekends. This itinerary is optimised for the best experience.
3
Weather at TOPS
The Busay area is known for sudden fog, especially after 4:00 PM. You may get full visibility or clouds rolling in — this is natural and cannot be controlled.
The Busay area is known for sudden fog, especially after 4:00 PM. You may get full visibility or clouds rolling in — this is natural and cannot be controlled.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
7+ Days Before Tour
Full refund or free reschedule
3–6 Days Before Tour
50% refund or free reschedule
Less than 3 Days / No‑show
No refund
Weather & Sea Conditions — The tour proceeds rain or shine. If suspended due to safety/coast guard warnings, you may reschedule or receive a full refund.
Rescheduling — Changes are allowed at least 24 hours in advance, subject to vehicle and guide availability.
Group Size Changes — Adjustments to the number of guests must be notified 48 hours prior to confirm transport and meals.
• Reservation: Secure your slot with a 50% downpayment upon booking; settle the remaining 50% balance upon pick-up or anytime during the tour.
• Confirmation: Bookings are only confirmed once we receive and verify proof of payment.
• Accepted Methods & Fees:
• 📲 GCash, Maya, Alipay, WeChat Pay — +2% service fee
• 🧾 PayPal — fees follow live PayPal transfer rates
• Western Union
• 🏦 BDO, Metrobank deposit/transfer — no extra fees (sender pays inter-bank charges if applicable)
• Verification: Send proof of payment to 📩 jpotravel21@gmail.com / Viber / WhatsApp. We will issue your official Travel Voucher + Booking Confirmation within 24 hours.
• Confirmation: Bookings are only confirmed once we receive and verify proof of payment.
• Accepted Methods & Fees:
• 📲 GCash, Maya, Alipay, WeChat Pay — +2% service fee
• 🧾 PayPal — fees follow live PayPal transfer rates
• Western Union
• 🏦 BDO, Metrobank deposit/transfer — no extra fees (sender pays inter-bank charges if applicable)
• Verification: Send proof of payment to 📩 jpotravel21@gmail.com / Viber / WhatsApp. We will issue your official Travel Voucher + Booking Confirmation within 24 hours.
• Under 3 years old: Free of charge; not counted in official headcount or seat allocation.
• 3 years old: Php 500 less than the regular adult rate per child.
• 4 years old & above: Full adult rate applies.
• 3 years old: Php 500 less than the regular adult rate per child.
• 4 years old & above: Full adult rate applies.
Whale sharks are wild, free-roaming animals — sightings are never guaranteed. Tours may also be delayed, rerouted, or suspended due to rough seas, bad weather, or safety orders from the coast guard/authorities beyond our control.
If no whale sharks are sighted or the activity is cancelled for these reasons:
• Rescheduling: We offer free rescheduling or an alternative activity of similar value when available.
• Non-refundable costs: No refund applies for already incurred costs such as land/boat transport, fuel, permits, and guide fees.
• Unused portion: Partial refund or travel credit may be arranged only for fully unused portions of the tour.
If no whale sharks are sighted or the activity is cancelled for these reasons:
• Rescheduling: We offer free rescheduling or an alternative activity of similar value when available.
• Non-refundable costs: No refund applies for already incurred costs such as land/boat transport, fuel, permits, and guide fees.
• Unused portion: Partial refund or travel credit may be arranged only for fully unused portions of the tour.
• Tour Type: Fully private; pace and order are adjustable with guide agreement.
• Weather Safety: Light rain proceeds; unsafe seas or storms will trigger reschedule or full refund. No partial refund applies mid-tour.
• Liability: The operator is not liable for delays from weather, road/ferry closures, personal injury, or lost items. A safety waiver must be signed before Badian canyoneering.
• Weather Safety: Light rain proceeds; unsafe seas or storms will trigger reschedule or full refund. No partial refund applies mid-tour.
• Liability: The operator is not liable for delays from weather, road/ferry closures, personal injury, or lost items. A safety waiver must be signed before Badian canyoneering.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a protected marine sanctuary — ideal for snorkeling among colorful corals and tropical fish. There is also a sandbar perfect for photos and relaxing.
It has a long stretch of white sand, shallow calm lagoons, and a quiet local village feel — great for swimming, sunbathing, and walking around.
A small, scenic island with a protected reef system. It offers clear waters for snorkeling, swimming, and a peaceful beach atmosphere.
Around 1–1.5 hours per island, enough time to swim, snorkel, eat, and take photos.
