What is Oslob, Cebu known for?

Oslob is located at the southern tip of Cebu. It’s a small coastal town but it has become world famousbecause of the whale sharks or the largest fish on the planet that roam its seas, locally known as butanding or tuki.

What would be best for a day trip in Oslob?

Here are the activities you can do on a day trip to Oslob.

  1. Whale shark watching. Oslob is mostly known for its whale shark activity.
  2. Sumilon Island. Sumilon Island is a private island famous for its picturesque sand bar.
  3. Tumalog Falls. Tumalog Falls is a 15-minute ride from the resort area.
  4. Sunset viewing in Osmena Peak.

What makes Oslob a nice place to visit?

Popular for its crystal clear waters and beautiful sandbar with white sand beach, Sumilon Island in Oslob remains as one of Cebu’s best kept secrets and is found on the southeastern tip of the mainland, a 20-minute boat ride away.

What outdoor activities are famous in Oslob?

Outdoor Activities in Oslob

  • Dolphin & Whale Watching.
  • Scuba & Snorkeling.
  • Canyoning & Rappelling Tours.
  • Boat Tours.
  • Shark Diving.
  • Nature & Wildlife Tours.
  • Adrenaline & Extreme Tours.
  • Beaches.

Is Oslob worth visiting?

So the big question is, is it worth visiting? Definitely yes, but if this is something against your belief, I am not going to convince you to do it. You can still visit Oslob and enjoy the place without doing the whale shark watching. They have amazing falls and an interesting town proper.

Is Oslob open?

The local government of Oslob on social media announced that they will be reopening its famous Sumilon Island sand bar, and whale-shark watching activities starting January 24, 2022.

What is Kawasan Falls known for?

Famous for its beautiful turquoise water, Kawasan Falls sits at the foot of Mantalongon Mountain Range, approximately one kilometer from the national road of Badian and at least four hours of trekking from OsmeƱa Peak of Dalaguete.

How do I get to Oslob?

Oslob is located at the southernmost tip of Cebu. From Cebu City, it is roughly 118 kilometers or about a 4-hour bus ride. Coming from Dumaguete City, you can reach Oslob by pumpboat going to Santander plus a 20-minute bus ride.

Where is sumilon island located?

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Sumilon Island is a small 24 hectare coral island located off the tip of Cebu. Famous for both snorkeling, diving and enjoying the sand bar there. Sumilon Island was the second marine sanctuary to be setup in the Philippines.

How do I get from Manila to Oslob?

There are 7 ways to get from Manila to Oslob by train, plane, ferry, bus, car ferry, taxi or bus and ferry

  1. Take the train from Doroteo Jose LRT to Edsa Lrt.
  2. Fly from Manila (MNL) to Dumaguete (DGT)
  3. Take the ferry from Sibulan to Liloan.
  4. Take the bus from Liloan to Oslob, Cebu.

How much is the fee for whale watching in Oslob?

At the time of writing, it’s around $20 USD (1000 php) for both foreigners and locals, but there’s talk of it going back to $10 for locals soon.

What time is whale watching in Oslob?

Whale Shark Watching is available daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM only.