Oslob + Sumilon Sandbar
Private Tour · Cebu
Oslob +
Sumilon Sandbar
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Whale Shark Encounter
Sumilon Island Sandbar
Whale Shark Encounter
Itinerary
All times are estimates — subject to traffic, sea conditions, and your hotel location.
03:00 AM
Hotel pick-up; ~3hr drive south to Oslob
06:00 AM
Swim with whale sharks (Oslob)
06:30 AM
Light local breakfast (included)
08:00 AM
Sumilon Sandbar
boat transfer + explore
11:00 AM
Depart Oslob area
12:00 PM
Lunch at local restaurant (included)
01:00 PM
Travel back to Cebu (~2
3 hrs)
04:00 PM
Estimated hotel 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, lip balm with SPF
Reusable water bottle + light snacks
Motion sickness meds
Extra memory card/storage
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 3:00 AM, and estimated return to your hotel is around 5:00 PM. Travel time to the south takes about 3 hours.
100% private — only your group travels together, with exclusive vehicle, guides, and no other guests.
Starting at 3:00 AM ensures you arrive early for the best whaleshark experience and avoid crowds. Earlier or later changes are possible but may affect activity time — please confirm in advance.
Yes, very safe. Whale sharks are gentle filter‑feeders and do not attack humans. Strict rules are followed to protect both you and the marine life.
Basic swimming ability is recommended, but life vests are provided and you will be assisted by a boatman/guide at all times. Non‑swimmers can still float and observe safely.
Maintain a distance of at least 2–3 meters, no touching, no feeding, no flash photography, and use only reef‑safe sunscreen. Rules are explained during the safety briefing.
It appears fully during low tide. We schedule our visit to match the best possible tide conditions, though nature can vary.
About 1 hour — enough time to walk the sandbar, swim, and take photos.
Yes — round‑trip boat fare from Oslob to Sumilon is already covered.
