Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
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Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
By Cebu Tours
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₱5,917.52
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Ages 5-60
Duration: 6h
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- To be served at noon on the boat (semi buffet) with 1 round of drinks
- All Fees and Taxes
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Private Motorized Boat used for island hopping (6 hours)
- Boatman and boat crew to assist you
- Pick up and drop off to your hotel with our experienced driver
- Entry/Admission - Caohagan Island
- Entry/Admission - Hilutungan Island
- Entry/Admission - Nalusuan Island Marine Sanctuary
What's not included- Towel
- Shower Room
- Fins
- Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- Please provide your hotel information for pick up reference.
- Cordova RORO Port, Sitio Camolinas, Barangay Poblacion, 6XR4+RH2, Roro Port Rd, Cordova, 6015 Lalawigan ng Cebu, Philippines We pick you up from your hotel (any hotel in Cebu City, Mandaue City or Mactan area), then we drive you to the starting point of the island hopping which will be in Cordova RORO Port.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 41718P20- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan?
- Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan price starts from ₱5,737.98. Discover and book Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan on Tripadvisor
- What is the Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan cancellation policy?
- Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan?
- Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan is hosted by Cebu Tours. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Cebu Tours on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 6h. Discover and book Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 41718P20
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Itinerary
- You'll start atCordova RORO PortOr, you can also get picked upSee departure details
- 1Caohagan IslandStop: 60 minutes - Admission includedSee details
- 2Nalusuan Island Marine SanctuaryStop: 60 minutes - Admission includedSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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Daphne U
2 contributions
Feb 2023
Personally I rushed in booking this and didn't take the time to research other tours or read the reviews left by other which was my mistake. I was quite undecided as to whether or not to leave a review about our experience but thought I would have wanted to know. Cebu was effected by water damage from a typhoon last year and parts of the island are still recovering, it is not a first world country but I don't think it's right to expect people who have already paid to then give more money on the day. We brought our own snorkeling sets and it was commented on that "these are expensive' and that because we came from Australia 'we have money'... it became very uncomfortable for my partner and I who had already given 1500p which was our emergency cash.
The weather on the day of our trip took a very bad turn and we could not see two of the islands which were part of the tour. I can agree with the other reviews in saying the boat itself is poorly maintained and while you may have it to yourself it's not worthwhile when the seats are broken and the engine makes an extreme amount of noise. You could see some of the other tour boats going to the same islands and those boats were clearly better maintained but were booked through the hotel chains and had multiple groups onboard.
At the first island we visited there were many fish and I do have to thank the younger guy working because he was quite helpful.
The weather on the day of our trip took a very bad turn and we could not see two of the islands which were part of the tour. I can agree with the other reviews in saying the boat itself is poorly maintained and while you may have it to yourself it's not worthwhile when the seats are broken and the engine makes an extreme amount of noise. You could see some of the other tour boats going to the same islands and those boats were clearly better maintained but were booked through the hotel chains and had multiple groups onboard.
At the first island we visited there were many fish and I do have to thank the younger guy working because he was quite helpful.
Written 3 March 2023
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CebuToursAdmin
Hi Daphne, we are very sorry for your experience. Yes the islands were damaged by the typhoon and you can see corals that are still recovering as you already know that it will take years to recover. However, the fish sanctuary parts are still the highlights of the tours where you can also see fishes in those islands. Also, if the weather is bad and the water is shallow, it is really hard for the boat to dock to the islands but the boatman will recommend you to do snorkeling in the snorkeling spot near the island. Again, we apologize that this tour does not meet your expectation.
About the boat, since you are just 2 in the group, we will use the boat that has a capacity of 10 to 15 persons with 2 engines, that is why its is noisy than those can carry 40 passengers, but these boats are checked yearly by the tourism office and approved to be used in the island hopping activities.
Again, we apologize for your experience and we hope to make it up with you some day with better tours. Thank you.
Written 4 March 2023
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Arun S
1 contribution
Nov 2022
The operator had messaged us a day before with the details of the driver who would be picking up. Pickup was on time. The whole tour was also pretty well managed. Food was decent. The only minor issue I'd was the noise of the engine. This has the engine in the middle and not at the back like some other boats and since the engine doors were open, it was pretty loud and it was hard to communicate with my friends
Written 20 November 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
Hi, thank you so much for your review, appreciate it. We are sorry about the engine noise as it is common with the boats used here in Cebu. We will surely improve this in the future.
Thanks
Written 20 November 2022
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Witold
Jelenia Gora, Poland26 contributions
Snorkeling trips are our usual holiday past time all over the world. Booking the Island hoping trip in Cebu we have expected the usual standard. The pick up was timely and comfortable and here the good story ends. It turned up we were the only customers on the boat crewed by 4 young men. Getting on the boat by means of a flimsy plank that could break was a bit risky. When the boat engine was switched on the noise was truly deafening beyond any description. The boat was extremely slow and this consumed the time leaving much less for snorkeling. When we have emerged from our first snorkeling site (dead reef only) it turned up that there was no water neither for drinking nor for rinsing our bodies and masks. No water whatsoverer for a half day trip. The ladder leading to the, water was a safety hazard bound to the deck by means of plastic strings with some loose lines hanging around in the way that one could get easily entangled. There was toilet on the board with partitions chest high. No grill, so the food was served cold. The whole trip was an amateurish shoestring operation. The crew were polite and well behaved and it is an operator responsibility to supervise the whole operation and this duty was failed remarkably.
Written 16 June 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
It is sad to see that after you asked for a refund from TripAdvisor because of your concern to our boat, which we refunded, you will still leave this words here, after we thought that you already understand what we email you (see below).
After your tour, as the owner, I went to the port to see what are the things you are talking about thru phone. Here is our exchange of email and we thought you already understand it. Again, the boat you are talking to has been used by thousand of travellers for many years (actually it is newly fixed cuz the typhoon last December destroyed all the boats in the port) and this is our first time to see your concern. Anyway, thank you and hope you enjoy your day!
MESSAGES SENT TO YOU
The boat was deafening noisy.
As I have explained already in my previous message, these boats are small, the waters in Mactan are shallow (not deep), if you noticed they have to turn very wide from the islands.. we can't use big boats with 2 persons on board. These boats are normally used in our island hoppping guests, I even saw the boat itself it can carry up to 10 persons. Its just that the engines that are small, well of course, small engines are noisy cuz they are diesel engines. We have been using these types of boats for many years. It could be that on the other destinations that you visited, you ride in a boat with deep waters, which is okay to have that not noisy boats. I asked the boatman you could cover it, to minimize the noise, he said the heat and the smoke cant come out, and it will cause fire..it will create another big problem. I went there to check, and the boatman explained their side. Coast guards and MARINA. The boat has complete papers as well when I checked it.
The boat had no water.
I asked the boatman why they did not bring a galloon of water, and they said that they usually bring but wont be used by guests, cuz guests will have their own water. And the food already includes drinks. Usually they will carry water but not today. That is what they said. Thank you for raising this up, I informed them to bring always water, even the guests will not use it. They usually have that galloon of water in the boat.
No Fins.
Fins are not included in the package, only snorkeling gears. Its specified in the inclusions/exclusions. The waters are shallow and not deep that needs fins. The snorkeling area is just 5 meters deep I think. If we have only fins, we have let you use it for sure.
Ladder.
The boat is literally new cuz all boats were destroyed by the typhoon last December, no boats survived LITERALLY! Those boatmen there are still recovering from the typhoon. I can see that the ladder was strong. Again, after the call, I went there to check to verify which boat have you used.
If you demand for the full refund, I would say that it is not fair on our part, you have used the car, we have spent money for your food, and even paid the boatmen and the diesel. Again this is not fair.
Also, as per our call, how can I refund the $100 if we have not received any payment from TripAdvisor yet.. they will even pay us after a month from your tour date. Please understand that.
Also, just wanted to add, that we have serving so many island hopping guests, almost everyday and this is my first time to see complains about the boat, but thank you for that, at least we are now aware of that. Cuz this boat you are referring to has been used so many times.. and the boatman even cried when I confronted them a while ago.
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To end this, you can read the other reviews on this package and you will know what I am saying. People are loving this tour package cuz its private, relax and the foods are delicious (its more than what you are paying for) and the boat is huge enough for 2 persons (which can carry 10 persons at least), and by the way, that boat has complete papers from authorities even from Department of Tourism, you should have asked the boatman when you complain about it. It's just 6 months old, new from the destruction of the typhoon.
Written 17 June 2022
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Peter
2 contributions
Mar 2022 • Solo
Great guys to spend time with on the boat and a nice trip to a couple of islands with sand bars where you can wade and a stop for snorkelling on the way. Lunch was good too! My only slight fault is the islands are close and so it’s definitely not a full day trip. Not that it makes it at all bad…just something to keep in mind when booking!
Written 2 April 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
Hi, thank you for your feedback, appreciate it. Hope to see you again in Cebu.
Written 3 April 2022
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Melissa M
Houston, TX2 contributions
Oct 2022
The crew (Ober, Warren and Julius) were very friendly, accommodating and helpful during our 3 island hopping snorkel trip. Pick up was prompt, lunch was delicious and we had very nice conversations about the area, sealife, boats, etc.
it was a fun day and relaxing at the same time. The guides very very attentive as well.
it was a fun day and relaxing at the same time. The guides very very attentive as well.
Written 1 November 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
Hi, thank you so much for your wonderful review. WE appreciate it, we hope to see you again in our other tour packages.
Written 1 November 2022
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Othman S
1 contribution
The destinations were great. Snorkelling among the beautiful clear waters, coral reefs and school of fishes.
I was travelling solo so I had the guide and the boat to myself. Lunch was decent.
Snorkel (minus fins) and life vest provided if you need them. I had a good time.
I was travelling solo so I had the guide and the boat to myself. Lunch was decent.
Snorkel (minus fins) and life vest provided if you need them. I had a good time.
Written 14 September 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
Thank you so much for your review, we appreciate it.
Written 14 September 2022
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Maricris2020
Macau, China2 contributions
Jan 2020
My group and I were very satisfied with the Mactan Island Hopping tour. The driver and tour guide, Mr. Joseph is a wonderful man that made us feel safe. The boatmen are all funny and very helpful to my foreign friends. We enjoyed eating the food that consisted of chicken, pork, fish (for our vegetarian friend) and BBQ. Hope to have more vegetables next time. Met some local people in one of the islands. Overall, it was a fun-filled and enjoyable private tour that my friends and I will never forget. Will recommend Cebu Tours to my friends when they go to Cebu.
Written 4 February 2020
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CebuToursAdmin
Hi, thank you so much for your feedback, we appreciate it. Will inform Joseph about this as well. Hope to see you again in Cebu.
Written 5 February 2020
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ismailonur
Istanbul, Türkiye10 contributions
Mar 2022 • Solo
Half-day tour to the small islands that are within the close perimeter of Cebu. My tour guide was Josef and he was a very nice guy. Main theme is snorkeling and you will observe colorful fish, octopus, starfish, etc. (Note: Bring your own food if you don't like sea food.)
Written 16 April 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
Hi Sir, thank you for your feedback. Appreciate it. Hope you can give us some things to improve so we can serve 5 star service next time, we will appreciate it.
Thank you
Written 17 April 2022
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Shahed J
Melbourne, Australia7 contributions
Awesome experience. I took the tour with my 13 years son . We both loved it. I would recommend whoever visiting Cebu to take this trip. Obet our tour guide was a amazing person with enthusiasm and helping attitude. He definitely contributed to the overall rating of five star.
Written 13 April 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
Nice, thank you so much for your feedback, we appreciate it. Will inform Obet about this as well.
Written 14 April 2022
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Jennifer Lee
7 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Great service from the staff that chartered our tour. Although I didn’t get all their names, they ensured our safety while on the boat and provided us with a great lunch. I would try to bring your own snorkeling goggles, as I kept having to remove mine to wipe away fog on the lens. My husband and I had a great time nonetheless.
Written 24 October 2022
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CebuToursAdmin
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we appreciate it. We hope to see you again in our other tours :)
Written 25 October 2022
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CleverHaiku
Kitami, Japan2 contributions
Can a 1.5 and 6 year old participate?
Cebu Tours
Cebu City, Philippines23 contributions
Yes that is fine. Thank you.
TramaineTeo
Singapore, Singapore37 contributions
Hi would like to enquire about a private tour for Oct 4-6 weekend... can someone please get back to me? Thank you
Cebu Tours
Cebu City, Philippines23 contributions
Hi we are very sorry but we have missed this. But yes sure, this activity is a private tour.
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