“Bawal ma stress, relax ta kanunay”
A few hours drive away from Cebu City, a beautiful coastal town like Oslob is one of the best places to visit and include in your bucket list. A coastal town in the province of Cebu that is rich in marine life and beautiful white sand beaches has tons of must-visit sites that could leave you in awe, such as:
Whale-Shark Watching, Oslob
Do you want to swim together with the gentle giants of the sea? As a country it is a paradise known for its lush forests and beaches, making it a top tourist destination. A vacation wouldn’t be complete without exploring the clear blue waters of the archipelago.
Travelers and divers can enjoy the rich marine system and biodiversity by going on an animal sighting trip or snorkeling tours. Among the best experiences that you can try is undoubtedly the whale shark tour. A tour where you can swim with the whale sharks. The whale sharks are popular among travelers due to their beautiful spotted patterns, sheer size, and overall gentle nature.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
The price of this activity is ₱1000 per person. However, please be advised that rates may change without prior notice.
Here are a few rules before swimming with the whale sharks:
- No sunscreen
- Do not touch the whale sharks
- Keep distance of six meters from the whale sharks
- Do not use flash
- Keep calm at all times
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Oslob, Cebu
- By Bus or Rental: You can ride a bus at the South Bus terminal bound for Oslob or rent a car to drive in the morning and afterwards. The drive is 4 hours one way.
Sumilon Island and Sandbar, Oslob
Sumilon island is a beautiful paradise in the town of Oslob, a province of Cebu. This fabulous island is a 20-min boat ride away from town. It’s also near Dumaguete city, which makes it convenient for those from Cebu and Dumaguete to explore the place. The island is a marine-protected area and popularly known for its crystal clear waters and white sand beaches and sandbar.
Your activity on the island highlights a whole day tour that includes trekking, fish feeding, kayaking, fishing, and pedal boating. The tour package includes a free transfer from the mainland going to the island and vice versa. You can expect a ride from an outrigger road, kayaking in the lagoon, swimming and snorkeling in the shifting sandbar in the island while also enjoying a lunch buffet at the Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
The island resort packages are depending on the chosen package.
Island Tours Transportation Package
- Sedan (4 passengers max) – P4,500
- MPV/AUV (6 passengers max) – P5,500
- Van (14 passengers max) – P6,500
Boat Schedule
Mainland Bancogon to Sumilon Island
- 8:00 AM
- 10:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Sumilon Island to Mainland Bancogon
- 9:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
- 4:30 PM
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: 0998 964 1879
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bluewater.sumilon
- Website: https://www.bluewatersumilon.com.ph/
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Sumilon Island, Oslob, Cebu, 6025
- By Car: Rent a van bound for Oslob and ride a boat heading to Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort.
- Via Hotel Transfer: The Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort have available transfer from the mainland to the island.
Pink Aserets, Oslob
Let’s live our life in pink with the Pink Aserets orchids in Oslob. The best place to complete your croquette aesthetic and model in a field of pink flower orchids that will make you truly feel like you are falling in love in the movies.
What’s unique about this place is that it is purely nature. These wild orchids grow naturally in Cansaloay, Oslob and no other mountains can behold this sight in Oslob. Another flower attraction in our bucket list. The place has no entrance fee and will continue to grow during the rainy seasons. But do be fooled, no littering!
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location:
- By Car: Navigate your location with Waze or Google Maps and search for Cansaloay, Oslob. Ask the locals where you can find the pink aseret flower fields.
- By Bus: Go to the South Bus terminal and ride a bus bound for Oslob. Get off at the Cansaloay street, and ride a motorcycle. Be aware that these motorcycle drivers may fool you to pay a high price.
Tumalog Falls, Oslob
Do you want a perfect blend of adventure and tranquility? Tumalog Falls is easily accessible by road and scooter as it is known for its curtain-like cascades and turquoise waters. It is considered to be one of the best waterfalls in Southern Cebu.
Whether you visit the waterfalls after your whale shark watching tour or go on a solo trip alone, this location is a must see.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Entrance fee: 50 pesos
OTHER INFORMATION
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Oslob, Cebu Island
- From Cebu City: take a bus bound for Oslob at the South Bus Terminal. The drive is 3-4 hours away depending on the traffic. Don’t forget to tell the bus conductor that you will get off at the Tumalog falls.
- From Oslob: going to Tumalog falls is straightforward if you are already in Tumalog. You can ride a rented motorcycle for fifty pesos.
- Hassle-Free Cebu Tour Package: For a seamless experience, consider booking a tour for a straightforward and fun experience.
Monkey Watching Point, Oslob
Whoops, we got some monkey business! Oslob has another tourist attraction that will surely attract many animal lovers in town. In Sitio Bulak in Barangay Hagdan is a small forest that houses a troop of eighty monkeys. This is labeled as the Encounters of the Unggoys”, a great alternative to whale shark watching. These monkeys have already attracted four thousand people since 2018 and continue to do so until today.
The Hagdan Oslob Monkey Protectors and Farmers Associations or HOMPFA are the ones who are shouldering the responsibility and protecting the monkeys. They are also the ones who organize monkey-watching tours for interested tourists and visitors.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Monkey feeding: P50 for a kilo of bananas
OTHER INFORMATION
- Official Oslob Tourism Office: 0922 250 4860
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OslobWildMonkeysViewing/
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Sitio Bulak, Brgy Hagdan, Oslob, Southern Cebu
- By Car: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to Oslob Wild Monkey Viewing in Oslob. You can park the vehicles at the side of the road.
- By Bus: From the South Bus Terminal, ride a bus bound for Bato-Oslob. Inform the driver to drop you off at the Monkey Viewing in Brgy. Hagdan, Oslob. It’s only a few meters away ahead of Hagdan Elementary school.
The Ruins, Oslob
These ruins are a true testament to our country’s rich colonial history and are nestled in a coastal town of Oslob, Cebu. These historical remnants are a product of the past and offer visitors a glimpse into the Spanish colonial era. The Cuartel ruins are perfect for history enthusiasts and tourists alike.
The construction started in the 19th century during the Spanish colonial period. The structure was built to serve as barracks for Spanish soldiers. The construction began in 1898 using coral stones sourced from the sea and was carried by Filipino laborers supervised by the Spaniards. The construction was halted due to the arrival of the Americans and it was left unfinished. A silent witness to the past transitions that shaped the country.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- There are no entrance fees to visit the Ruins.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Oslob, Cebu.
- The Cuartel Ruins is located in the heart of Oslob, just a stone throw away from the Oslob Church. From Cebu City, you can take a bus or private vehicle, which is approximately a three-hour drive. The ruins are easily accessible and well-signposted.
