10 Moalboal Trips in Cebu: the Shortlist

1.Cebu Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 630 reviews · 6 hours · from $47Our pick

Review of Cebu's Kawasan canyoneering tour, with waterfall jumps, river slides, lunch, hotel transfers, safety tips, and value advice.

“This trip exceeded our expectations. We were picked up slightly delayed in the morning, headed to collected our safety equipment of helmet, life vest and water shoes before we headed to the falls. We had an optional Zipline for 700 peso per person which we did at the start and loved. Then the real fun began. It was roughly one guide per two people meaning you felt super looked after and safe at all times. We had Jerry who was amazing giving us proper princess treatment, having laughs with us, keeping us safe and was a phenomenal photographer (at the place you get your safety equipment you can by a…”

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2.Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 10 - 14 hours · from $113

Swim with Oslob whale sharks, Moalboal turtles, and the famous sardine run on a long but well-organized Cebu day tour.

“It was very nice to have this tour. I was alone and had a great opportunity to communicate with Mr Nino and Misiss Harra. We could exchange a lot of information and experiences. They were so kind, polite and helpful in every situation. I enjoyed the tour and can recommend Ms Harra and Mr Nino to everyone. They provided me a towel, shampoo and soap to wash me after snorkelling. Great service!”

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3.Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Turtles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 234 reviews · 10 hours · from $127

Review of Cebu’s whale shark, Oslob monkey sanctuary, and Moalboal sardine and turtle tour, with costs, timing, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“We had such an unforgettable experience on our tour swimming with the whale sharks was absolutely magical, snorkelling with the sardines and sea turtles was surreal, we were lucky to spot several peacefully gliding through the water and seeing the turtle up close, we even had the chance to interact with some adorable monkeys they were cute and surprisingly gentle. What really made the tour memorable was our guides Vince who made sure we were safe and had everything we needed with the whale sharks and Rex and John Riel who were really attentive and also made sure we’re safe and comfortable in the water with the turtles and sardines.…”

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4.Oslob Whale Sharks and Moalboal Sardine Run, Sea Turtles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 98 reviews · from $113

Review of Cebu’s Oslob whale shark and Moalboal sardine run tour, with practical advice on timing, wildlife ethics, comfort, value, and crowds.

“Make sure you bring your neck pillow, lots of driving! It’s a bit commercialised for me. Whale sharks are amazing creatures and only swim 30 min with them but so many others too and not controlled well. The snorkeling was too overcrowded and could not do your own thing. Was I excited for your- yes. Would I do again - no.”

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5.Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 82 reviews · from $117

Swim with Oslob whale sharks, feed monkeys, and snorkel Moalboal’s sardine run and turtles on a long Cebu day tour.

“Let me tell you guys, I had the best time of my life. I was traveling here solo for just one day and decided to book the tour to make the most of my only day in Cebu. Paul and his Partner came to pick me up and from the beginning made me feel so safe and comfortable. So attentive thru out the whole experience , awesome photographer and just good spirits the whole time. Don't think about it ! just book it! you will have the best time :)”

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6.Moalboal Sardines Run Snorkel & Kawasan Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 73 reviews · 1 day · from $142

Review of Cebu’s Moalboal sardine snorkel and Kawasan canyoneering tour, with turtles, cliff jumps, lunch, transfers, costs, and practical tips.

“From start to finish it’s worth every penny. It may seem expensive upfront, but for a driver in a spacey air conditioned car, private driver for the whole day, lunch, the activity entrance fees, the tour guides salary for the snorkelling and canyoneering - it is well worth it. Just google pictures of the Kawasan falls, so you’ll see how beautiful it is, but what really makes the trip were the tour guides. Special shoutout to Mac and Clifford at McRich travel and tours who organised the canyoneering. They were both very friendly, chatty, and had lots of experience - helping us navigate the queues, taking photos so we didn’t…”

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7.Whaleshark Swimming, Inambakan Falls & Moalboal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 33 reviews · 1 day · from $90

Swim with Oslob whale sharks, visit Inambakan Falls, and snorkel Moalboal’s sardine run on a private South Cebu day tour.

“Cinco estrelas. Nota máxima para o motorista Val.”

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8.Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 24 reviews · 1 hour · from $25

See Moalboal’s famous sardine run from Panagsama Beach on a private one-hour snorkel tour with gear, guide, and optional GoPro.

“We booked for 7am, but no one showed up before 7:10. Besides that it was amazing! Best guide taking the best videos and pictures! He was sooo good! And so nice views of turdles and sardines”

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9.Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour w/ Transfers Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $20Best value

Review of Moalboal’s private Sardines Run tour, with snorkeling gear, guide, insurance, optional transfers, GoPro add-on, and practical tips.

“The guides are very helpful & really get some great shots with the GoPro. Their service also extended to helping us buy snorkelling gear after my old gear broke. Highly recommended 👌”

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10.Moalboal Island Hopping and Mantayupan Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 19 reviews · 8 hours · from $112

Swim with Moalboal sea turtles, watch the sardine run, and cool off at Mantayupan Falls on this private Cebu day trip.

“Overall the experience was cool, but that had less to do with the tour provider and guides than the actual activity itself. We had a driver/guides who spoke little English, if they even attempted to communicate. Little to no clarity around instruction. Our boat failed halfway through, but they got it working again. We were surprised to miss our third stop on the boat tour - again, no communication from the guides. The activities themselves were cool as hell, and the additional gopro purchase was well worth the money. The falls are gorgeous, and worth the addition. We really enjoyed it as a private tour with just us, and at…”

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