Moalboal Sardines & Turtle Tour
Private Tour · Cebu
Moalboal Sardines & Turtle Tour
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Moalboal Sardines & Turtles
Moalboal Sardines & Turtles
Moalboal Sardines & Turtles
Moalboal Sardines & Turtles
Itinerary
All times are estimates — subject to traffic, sea conditions, and your hotel location.
05:00 AM
Hotel pick-up; ~2.5
3hr drive south to Moalboal
07:30 AM
Breakfast at fast-food chain (included)
08:30 AM
Arrival in Moalboal
quick briefing
09:00 AM
Sardine Run & Turtle Point snorkeling
~2 hours
11:00 AM
Shower & change at public facilities
12:00 PM
Lunch at local restaurant (included)
01:30 PM
Travel back to Cebu (~2
3 hrs)
05:00 PM
Estimated drop-off
What to Bring
Swimwear (wear under clothes)
Waterproof dry bag
Quick-dry towel + full set of dry clothes
Reef-safe sunscreen
Hat, UV sunglasses, SPF lip balm
Reusable water bottle + small snacks
Motion sickness meds
Extra memory card
Small cash
Important Notes
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
Pickup is at 5:00 AM, and estimated return to your hotel is around 5:00 PM. Travel time to Moalboal takes about 2.5 hours.
100% private — only your group travels together, with exclusive vehicle and guide, no other guests.
Starting at 5:00 AM ensures you arrive early for the best underwater visibility and calm waters. Minor adjustments are possible, but please confirm in advance.
It is a natural marine phenomenon where millions of sardines form massive, swirling schools right off the shore — one of the most spectacular underwater sights in the Philippines.
Sightings are very common at Turtle Point, especially in the morning and early afternoon. They are wild animals, but encounters happen almost daily.
No — both the Sardine Run and Turtle Point are accessible directly from the shore, so you can walk or swim right into the reef.
Around 1 to 1.5 hours, with plenty of time to explore both spots and rest in between.
Yes — mask, and life vest are included, and a local guide will stay with you throughout the activity.
