Oslob Whale Shark Private Tour with Sumilon & Tumalog Falls
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Get ready for an epic adventure with Oslob Whale Shark Watching! Picture this: you wake up bright and early, hop onto a specialized boat, and set sail into the sparkling waters of Oslob. And what's waiting for you beneath the surface? The incredible whale sharks – the biggest fish in the world! These gentle giants will amaze you as they glide gracefully underwater. But here's the best part – you can snorkel right alongside them, with expert guides to ensure everyone has a whale of a time while keeping a safe distance.
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Itinerary
Get ready for an epic adventure with Oslob Whale Shark Watching! Picture this: you wake up bright and early, hop onto a specialized boat, and set sail into the sparkling waters of Oslob. And what's waiting for you beneath the surface? The incredible whale sharks – the biggest fish in the world! These gentle giants will amaze you as they glide gracefully underwater. But here's the best part – you can snorkel right alongside them, with expert guides to ensure everyone has a whale of a time while keeping a safe distance.
Prepare for a tropical getaway at Sumilon Island, a pristine paradise nestled in the crystal-clear waters off the coast of Cebu. This island adventure is the perfect retreat after exploring the nearby natural wonders. Begin your journey with a scenic boat ride, feeling the sea breeze and watching the horizon expand as Sumilon's white sandy beaches come into view.
Get ready for an epic adventure with Oslob Whale Shark Watching! Picture this: you wake up bright and early, hop onto a specialized boat, and set sail into the sparkling waters of Oslob. And what's waiting for you beneath the surface? The incredible whale sharks – the biggest fish in the world! These gentle giants will amaze you as they glide gracefully underwater. But here's the best part – you can snorkel right alongside them, with expert guides to ensure everyone has a whale of a time while keeping a safe distance.
Prepare for a tropical getaway at Sumilon Island, a pristine paradise nestled in the crystal-clear waters off the coast of Cebu. This island adventure is the perfect retreat after exploring the nearby natural wonders. Begin your journey with a scenic boat ride, feeling the sea breeze and watching the horizon expand as Sumilon's white sandy beaches come into view.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We'll pick you up from Mactan Island, Mandaue City, Cebu City, and Talisay heading south of Cebu. If your location is not on the route, additional charges may apply and pick-up time may be earlier. If your accommodation/pick-up area is too far, especially when you're in the northern part of Cebu or another island of the province, it would be a wise decision to rest and check into an alternate hotel en route before beginning the tour. A few hours of rest will ensure that your journey remains relaxed and stress-free!
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(16)
An amazing day full of unforgettable experiences! Out of time limitations due to flying out in the evening I booked the private tour with the same agenda as the group tour but an earlier return in the afternoon. It was simply amazing: the pickup (thank you, Angelo!) and the organisation in Oslob as well as in Moalboal was on spot, hassle-free and organised like a well oiled machine. As a tourist I really value the amazing service experience you are getting by everyone involved! I highly recommend my tour organised by Cebu Tours and would always do it again
Cerel is an excellent guide tour and she made the experience unforgettable. The Blue Range Tour crew is phenomenal and reliable, everything was on schedule. Oslo
The ride to Oslob was 4 hours but it was worth it. Seeing the whaleshark passing 50cm from our boat is very exciting. Queing for the boat ride can take a while but our tourguide shifted our itenaryscheduled and went to Tumalog falls first. Going uphill to Tumalog falls is with a motorcross cycle this fun too! :) After Oslob our headed to Sumilon Island, We stayed there for 2hours, I wanted to stayed longer but we had to finisch our itenary. I recommend this tour to everyone!!!! Just book it and enjoy
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your exciting experience with us! We're so glad to hear that the 4-hour ride to Oslob was worth it and that you had such a thrilling encounter with the whalesharks up close. It’s always such a memorable moment! We’re also happy to hear that the adjustment to the itinerary worked out well for you, allowing you to visit Tumalog Falls first and enjoy the fun ride up there on the motorbike. 😊 Sumilon Island must have been a great way to end your day, and we totally understand your desire to stay longer – it’s a beautiful spot! Thank you for recommending this tour! We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon for more adventures. | Warm regards, Love from Blu Range Tours Team
This particular Vendor was terrible. Pickup from hotel was on time, when we got to the whale/shark area we waited several hrs because our guide made some sort of mistake on our time for the swimming with the whales. The guide was filling in for his wife so was not familiar with the procedure. The waterfall experience was good. There was a huge misunderstanding on my drop off at the end of the tour. We had signed up for pickup and drop off at our hotel. So when we got back into town they tried to drop me off in the city center which was quite far from our hotel. We had huge argument over this and finally they just got me a cab to take me to the hotel. The tour was completely disorganized. I would rather have a refund for the experience I had to go through
Please know that this is a highly isolated case and represents a subjective review of our services, as the majority of our guests have had positive experiences with our tours. Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience. We sincerely apologize for any misunderstandings and inconvenience you encountered during your tour. Regarding the drop-off location, while our standard policy clearly states in the itinerary that SM City Cebu is our sole drop-off point due to evening traffic conditions and next-day scheduling, our driver went above and beyond by offering to drop you off at a location closer to your hotel along the route. We regret that this generous accommodation led to an uncomfortable situation when you declined to exit the vehicle, causing delays for other guests in the group. We kindly remind all our guests that group tours require mutual consideration and understanding - if you expect high standards of service and courtesy from us, we similarly hope for reasonable and cooperative behavior from our guests to ensure a pleasant experience for everyone in the group. Regarding the whale shark encounter timing and guide situation, we were not aware of any substitute guide arrangement and are currently investigating this matter internally. However, we must point out that the waiting time you experienced is a standard part of the whale shark encounter - as clearly detailed in our itinerary, all guests should expect a minimum one-hour waiting period. This information was provided in the detailed itinerary sent to you, and we encourage all our guests to thoroughly review these materials to set appropriate expectations for their tour experience. We would like to note that for guests who prefer more flexible timing and guaranteed hotel pickup/drop-off services, we do offer private tour options. The nature of group tours involves coordinating multiple schedules and locations, which can sometimes lead to longer waiting times and predetermined drop-off points. We're glad you enjoyed the waterfall experience, but we understand this doesn't fully compensate for the other challenges you faced. We take your feedback seriously and will review our communication processes and guide preparation to prevent similar situations in the future. While we regret that your experience did not meet your expectations, we remain committed to maintaining high service standards for all our guests. Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback, as it helps us evaluate and improve our services.
This shared whale shark tour was incredible! Swimming with these gentle giants was the highlight of our trip. The shared tour format was great as we got to meet fellow travelers, making the experience even more enjoyable. The operators ran everything smoothly and safely. If you're in Cebu, don't miss this unique opportunity to encounter whale sharks up close!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your incredible experience with us! We're so happy to hear that swimming with the whale sharks was the highlight of your trip. It's great to know that the shared tour format helped make the experience even more enjoyable, and that everything was run smoothly and safely. We agree—encountering these gentle giants up close is truly a unique and unforgettable opportunity. We hope to welcome you again on your next adventure with Blu Range Tours! Warm Regards, Love from Blu Range Tours Team
The door is indescribably beautiful!!! In addition to numerous, varied activities, the pick-up on time to the minute and the guide was very friendly and very competent. I would recommend this tour to all my friends.
What an awesome experience! It was a long activity but worth it every minute! The staff were great and helpful with taken pictures Highly recommend!!!
Dear Ms. Maria: Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed every minute of your time with us, despite it being a long activity. Your enjoyment is exactly what we strive for with every guest. It's especially heartwarming to hear that our staff made such a positive impression. We take pride in our team's dedication to ensuring guests can fully capture their memorable moments through photos while providing attentive service. Reviews like yours motivate us to maintain our high standards of service, and we're grateful for your recommendation to other travelers. We hope to welcome you back again in the future for another amazing experience! Best regards, Hannah
We absolutely loved our Oslob tour with Blu Range! Even though the pick-up was quite early, it was totally worth it. The tour itself was fantastic. We're especially grateful to their kind driver Wally - I accidentally left my phone in the van, and the driver was honest enough to return it. This marks my third tour with Blu Range Cebu Tours, and their consistent excellence ensures they'll remain my go-to choice for future adventures.
We're thrilled you loved your Oslob tour with Blu Range Cebu Tours, and we're especially grateful for your kind words about driver Wally's honesty in returning your lost phone. The fact that you've chosen us as your go-to for exploring Cebu is a true testament to the consistent excellence we strive for, and we're honored to be your trusted partner for future adventures. Thank you for being part of the Blu Range family!
It is an amazing trip~The whale shark is big and stunning~And also the one day tour guide is friendly and nice~We enjoy this tour🥰🥰
Hello maam! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We're delighted to hear that you had such an amazing trip. It's truly special to witness the magnificent whale sharks up close, isn't it? We're so pleased that you found our tour guide friendly and helpful. Your enjoyment means the world to us, and we're grateful you chose to spend your day with us. Thank you again for your kind words and lovely feedback! 😊🐋
The tour was incredible! The whale sharks were a spectacle in themselves, there were 4 or 5 sharks and we managed to make the most of them! The rest of the tour was cool too. Sumilon Island is worth it for its beauty, don’t forget to snorkel! The guides are extremely friendly and punctual. I highly recommend the tour!
Prezada Sra. Carolina, Obrigado pela sua maravilhosa avaliação do nosso passeio pelo tubarão-baleia de Oslob e pela Ilha Sumilon! Estamos entusiasmados por você ter tido uma experiência inesquecível com os tubarões-baleia e apreciado a beleza da Ilha Sumilon. Suas amáveis palavras sobre nossos guias amigáveis e pontuais significam muito para nós. Estamos honrados com sua forte recomendação e gratos por você ter escolhido nosso passeio. Seu feedback positivo confirma que estamos alcançando nosso objetivo de criar experiências memoráveis para nossos hóspedes. Obrigado novamente por compartilhar sua experiência fantástica. Esperamos recebê-lo de volta para mais aventuras no futuro! Atenciosamente, Equipe Blu Range
