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Oslob Whale Shark Watching: Half-day Tour

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Tour starts

Dumaguete City

Duration

6 hours

Available

Daily

Ending place

Dumaguete City

Present e-voucher

On-site

Cancellation

48 hours

Overview

Swimming up close with the Whale Sharks in Oslob is one of Cebu’s highlight destinations. The most popular whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) or locally known as “tuki”. Growing to lengths of 45 ft. and weighing as much as 15 tons is undoubtedly the world’s largest fish. These whale sharks have shown in the waters off Oslob since the 1980s. It draws tourists from all around the world just to experience the most unforgettable 30 minutes of their lives. It is a unique wildlife interaction experience that will surely be one of your best adventure memories.

Tour Details

SAMPLE ITINERARY
05:30 AM Hotel pick-up within Dumaguete City
06:00 AM Public Ferry to Lilo-an Port
08:00 AM Briefing
09:00 AM Whale Sharks encounter
10:30 PM Return to Dumaguete
12:00 PM Hotel drop-off within Dumaguete City

Note: Schedule may change depending on the number of tourists visiting the whale sharks.

EXCLUIVE RATES & INCLUSIONS
No. of Pax Rate per Person Details of the Package
1 ₱ 5,855 Inclusions:

  • RT private transfers
  • RT public ferry tickets
  • Terminal fees
  • Whale Shark fee
  • Mask and life vest
  • Oslob local guide

 

Exclusions/Add-ons:

  • DOT Tour Guide

 

Child Rate:

    • 0-2 years old – Free
    • 3-5 years old – 500 peso discount
    • 6 years old above – Regular rate
2 ₱ 3,610
3 ₱ 3,062
4 ₱ 2,663
5 ₱ 2,423
6 ₱ 2,263
7 ₱ 2,149
8 ₱ 2,064
9 ₱ 1,997
10 ₱ 1,944

Note: An additional PHP 500 per person applies for foreign nationals at Oslob Whale Shark Watching, to be collected on the day of the tour.

WHAT TO EXPECT

If you’re staying in Dumaguete, you will be picked up at your accommodation or preferred pick-up location. You will then be dropped off at Sibulan Seaport, where you will take a 20-minute fast craft to Liloan Port. Upon arrival, a van will be waiting to transfer you to Oslob.

Upon arriving at the Oslob Whale Shark Watching Area, you will be directed to attend a briefing session. After completing the briefing, you will wait for your priority number to appear on the screen.

If your number is called, you may now follow the guide to the boat area. Please note that you will be sharing the paddle boat with 8–12 other tourists. The whale shark encounter will last for 30 minutes. After the encounter, you will have time to shower and change clothes before heading back to the van. You will be dropped off at Liloan Port, where you can take the available fast craft to Sibulan Port. Upon arrival at Sibulan Port, a tricycle or van will transfer you to your accommodation within Dumaguete City.
TOUR TIPS
  • Wearing of sunscreen is not allowed when swimming with the whale sharks.
  • Must bring towels and extra clothes to the trip, wear proper footwear (slippers or aqua shoes).
  • Bring an underwater camera if available.
  • Bring enough cash, some of the food establishments allow credit card but souvenirs and other merchandise accepts cash only.
  • Bring your personal Medicine with a doctor’s prescription if needed for emergency purposes.
  • Avoid crowds on weekends and Philippine holidays.
ACTIVITY POLICY

Cancelled due to bad weather
It is possible that activities will be suspended due to bad weather, and other unpredictable environmental conditions. We regret to notify you that there will be no refund for the actual transportation charges in such a case.

Cancellation
Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before the scheduled departure time; beyond that, terms and conditions will apply.

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    Anonymous

    Can’t wait to book again I want Whale Shark in Cebu I had fun with the dolphins already in Bais might want our guide jai again for this trip

    May 15, 2025
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    Their guides are the best Hany and Gena help us alot in our Oslob tour from ticketing to our departure it was fun having them as our guide

    May 7, 2025
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