Swim and get upclose with the gentle giants of Oslob, a town in the southern part of Cebu. 

Colloquially called "butandings", whale sharks are one of the largest animals in the world today. In this tour, you'll get to marvel at the presence of these enormous creatures that thrives in the waters of Oslob. You may also participate in feeding the whale sharks and discover other marine treasures in the area. 

If you're lucky, you may visit Tumalog Falls to cool down and be refreshed. This will be subject to season as there are times that the waterfalls does not have ample water.

This tour includes a delectable lunch to be served at a local restaurant. To be followed by a running sightseeing tour, passing by scenic Baluarte, Cartel and Boljoon Church, and a quick stop at Carcar town for the shoe expo and variety of pasalubong and local delicacies.

Book this tour and discover what Oslob is about, other than its whale sharks!

• Airconditioned Transportation (Car or sedan for 1-2 persons. Van for 3-5 persons)
• Tour Coordinator
• Light snacks “merienda” upon arrival in Oslob
• Lunch at a local restaurant with one round of softdrinks
• Pick up & Drop off (Cebu City & Mactan Hotel)
• Bottled Water
• Insurance
• Whale Shark Encounter
  Whale Shark Encounter Briefing & Permit
  Whale Shark Viewing & Snorkeling Fees
  Banca (boat) with steward

Hotel pick-up at 3:00am to any hotel or any point of Cebu City and Mactan. Kindly be at the hotel lobby at least 5minutes prior to scheduled pick-up. Please provide your hotel address one (1) day prior to tour activity. 

Activities & Places to visit:

• Whale Shark Encounter (30mins)
  Oslob is approx. 3 hours travel from the City
• Sidetrip to Tumalog Falls
• Running tour: Baluarte, Cuartel, Boljoon Church, Carcar Shoe Expo 
   

Reminders: Bring a towel and change of clothes

Safety and Travel Health Requirements: All persons prior to entering the province through its major ports of entry must complete safety travel protocols:

1. Negative RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival from the place of origin. Secure your RT-PCR Tests in accredited  Department of Health (DOH)  and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) laboratories. 
   
   Department of Tourism and Tourism Promotions Board have partnered with University of the Philippines - Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) for subsidized RT-PCR testing. To avail of the RT-PCR subsidy program, you may register at https://www.tpb.gov.ph/rtpcrphtravel/ 5days before scheduled departure.
    
2. In the event that the guest, visitor or tourist does not have a RT-PCR test, upon arrival at the airport, they can undergo RT-PCR testing at their own expense. Thereafter, they shall isolate at their hotel until the results are released.
    
3. Visitor must present confirmed booking from an accredited hotel or accommodation establishment.
    
4. Visitors, guests and tourists from outside Cebu Province must coordinate their arrival with their chosen hotel or accommodation for immediate pick-up from the airport.
    
5. Tourists staying in Lapu-Lapu Cityu may enter or go to the Cities of Mandaue and Cebu and the Province of Cebu subject to regulations for tourists of the said local government units.
    
6. RIATF-MEID Resolution No. 55 s. 2020 endorsement to the IATF-MEID for the approval of the request to allow persons below 15 years old and above 65 years old to travel to Lapu-Lapu CIty for Tourism purposes. NOTE: Cebu City and Province of Cebu does not accept domestic tourists at the moment. Only local tourists are allowed. 

Health & Hygiene Guidelines for Guests During the Tour:

1. Submit Filled up Health Declaraton Form.
2. Wear face mask and face shield during the tour.
3. Body temperature check will be conducted upon pick up.
   A person with a temperature above 37.6 degree celsius and exhibiting influenza like illness such as fever, cough, colds and sore throat shall not be allowed to join the tour.
4. Always sanitize hands before entering the vehicle.
5. Strictly follow seat plan. No changing or rotation of seats.
6. Maintain physical distancing of at least one meter apart at all times.
7. Strictly no physical contact with the guide, driver and other guests.
8. Stay away from other crowds.
    

Booking Policy:

• Child: 3 years old & below - Free of Charge , 4 years old & above - adult rate applies.
• In case you do not receive your booking confirmation 24 hours after payment, you may send us a message thru our Contact Us page.
• Completion of Safety and Travel Health Requirements.
• Present your printed or e-confirmation voucher to the guide/coordinator.
• Tour is non-transferable and non-refundable.
• Tour maybe rebooked at least 7 working days prior to tour date subject to tour availability or rate increase. Re-booking fee may apply.
• Failure to arrive on the day and time specified on the voucher forfeits the tour.
• In case of force majeure, re-booking is possible but subject for approval of local tour provider.
• Unless tour is fully paid, rate may change without prior notice.
• Local Government Unit may collect additional fees upon arrival at the island.
• For other queries, message GoPinas thru Contact Us page.