Cebu

Cebu Island is located in the central part of the Philippine archipelago (it belongs to the Visayas island group), east of Negros Island and west of Leyte. To the south-east of Cebu lies Bohol Island.

The capital of Cebu Island, Cebu City, located on the eastern shore opposite Mactan Island, is the second largest and oldest city in the Philippines.

Cebu is a large island with many opportunities for an interesting holiday. Moalboal and the small islands of Malapascua and Badian deserve special mention. Moalboal is a “Mecca” for divers from all over the world — a small town located 89 kilometres south-west of Cebu City.

Island of History and Relics

Probably the most famous attraction in the region is Magellan’s grave, located on Mactan Island. In the Basilica of Santo Niño (the Holy Child Jesus) stands Magellan’s Cross. Fort San Pedro is the oldest (1565) Spanish fortress in the Philippines. It once served as a stronghold of Spanish colonisation, a lookout post protecting the city from raids from the south, and later as an army garrison, a prison and even a city zoo. The Church of St Augustine holds the country’s oldest Christian relic — the icon of the Holy Child Jesus, presented by Magellan to Queen Juana of Cebu at her baptism.

Excursions in Cebu

Safari Park + Hot Mineral Springs Tour

Spend this day surrounded by nature. In the first half you will have the chance to see rare and amazing animals in the country’s largest park, and after lunch you can relax and warm up in volcanic hot springs.

Diving on Mactan and Cebu

Mactan and Cebu offer many dive sites. Although most of them are nearby, the best are a 30-minute to 1-hour boat ride away.

Cebu Sightseeing Tour + Safari Park

This is a full-day excursion. In the morning you will be offered an informative tour of Cebu’s historic sites, and after lunch you can digest everything you have heard while enjoying the tropical forest and exotic animals.

Mini-tour: 3 days / 2 nights. Cebu (Mactan) – Oslob – Moalboal – Cebu (Mactan)

Swimming with whale sharks, bathing under a waterfall, descending a canyon and taking photos with turtles can now be done without rushing. Those who have understood life are in no hurry.

Whale Sharks + Canyoneering

The whale shark is the largest shark species and one of the largest of all fish. A trip to see whale sharks and Kawasan Falls will be the most memorable moment of your holiday!

Group Sightseeing Tour of Cebu

The group sightseeing tour of Cebu includes the Mactan Shrine, Fort San Pedro, the Basilica of Santo Niño, Magellan’s Cross, the Heritage of Cebu, Casa Gorordo and Colon Street.

Tour to the Camotes Islands

The Camotes Islands are a picturesque and, in our opinion, completely underrated island off the eastern coast of Cebu. Although the Camotes are a popular weekend destination among Cebu City residents, they remain off the radar of foreign tourists.

Whale Sharks + Aguinid Falls + Snorkelling with Sardines and Turtles

An ichthyander’s dream — whale sharks, sardines and turtles in one day. There are so many impressions that you will not want to get out of the water. As a bonus, mini-canyoneering at Aguinid Falls.

Island-Hopping Boat Trip with Snorkelling

No hotel beach can compare with the open sea. Emerald-clear water with colourful corals on the seabed, many fish and a sea breeze will win over even the most demanding tourists!

In the Footsteps of Magellan — Cebu + Mactan

Cebu has a rich and eventful history. It was here that Ferdinand Magellan landed — the first person to sail around the world. Here he also found his final resting place. Miguel Legazpi, the second famous European to set foot on this land, united the scattered islands of the archipelago under one flag and declared the Philippines a Spanish colony.

Whale Sharks + Waterfalls + Canyoneering + Snorkelling with Sardines and Turtles

If simply swimming with whale sharks is not enough for you and you crave adrenaline, this excursion is for you! Just an hour’s drive apart, these two excursions let you combine the very best that Cebu has to offer.

Whale Sharks + Tumalog Falls + Simala

This is one of the most thrilling adventures you will ever have in your life. We offer you a unique excursion — to meet in person the largest of all currently living fish: the whale sharks!