Sumilon Island
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Tibor A
5 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
30x3m long beach, without an option to see the inner part of the island without paying 2000-2500p fir the resirt part. We were there on Saturday when it was crowded with tourists. U can not buy anything on the beach, There is almost no shadow where u can sit not to get sunburned. The transport for 4 people was 1200p and 100p per head for environment. Waste of money and time.
Written 25 March 2023
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Shaz E
2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We didn't have any tours booked as we wanted to explore on our own, but once we walked up the stairs for a bit (from the sandbar) and that was it. It was high tide so we couldn't sunbake. We snorkeled for a bit but the swell was bad.
The package fee to get into the resort was like 2000peso or 2500 peso.
The locals will try to rip you off for the price of the tuk tuk and boat trip. The starting price is 1000peso.
Overall, I didn't enjoy my time here and I honestly would give it a miss.
The package fee to get into the resort was like 2000peso or 2500 peso.
The locals will try to rip you off for the price of the tuk tuk and boat trip. The starting price is 1000peso.
Overall, I didn't enjoy my time here and I honestly would give it a miss.
Written 24 March 2023
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Paiis
Thailand86 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Isn’t what is advertised at all!
We expected a large beach area with a swimming area (the sea) instead we got there and we’ll there was steps up the island which you couldn’t go further as that was the resort and a mass amount of people sitting on the rocks as there was no beach area!
Very poor.. we paid 1000php per person and it was a completely waste of money. We were told we could come back any time before 6pm and we were then told we had to leave at 3pm as that was the last boat. Because there wasn’t many people left waiting for boats. We’d have liked to see the sunset at least but we couldn’t. I wouldn’t recommend unless you stay at the resort.
We expected a large beach area with a swimming area (the sea) instead we got there and we’ll there was steps up the island which you couldn’t go further as that was the resort and a mass amount of people sitting on the rocks as there was no beach area!
Very poor.. we paid 1000php per person and it was a completely waste of money. We were told we could come back any time before 6pm and we were then told we had to leave at 3pm as that was the last boat. Because there wasn’t many people left waiting for boats. We’d have liked to see the sunset at least but we couldn’t. I wouldn’t recommend unless you stay at the resort.
Written 14 March 2023
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uzmelissa
Dubai, United Arab Emirates173 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Sumilon island is a good choice to have rest and enjoy with sandy beach and perfect sea. The resort is well equipped for half day tour activities enough. Easy to reach and a good escape
Written 12 January 2023
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paulatraveladdict
Amsterdam, The Netherlands2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Not a relax exclusive place. Staff very friendly but not good management. Already had bad experience blue water resort macrame and here the same. A lot of day people making a lot of noise under plastic tents. Marked swimming place with big boat in front making a lot of noise. No drinks after 21.00, no minibar, they don’t allow drinks from Cebu. No cushion on beds, not relax. Restaurant is nice but no good food. Only pizza (they ran out of pizza first night), burger en Filipino food (which we had before so much better for so much less). No seafood… no bar. No daily cleaning. Over crowded beach. If you want a nice place go to the atmosphere resort in Dauin. Prices same but 10 times better!
Written 17 August 2022
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Evelin M
2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
It’s just a small sandbar with a bunch of seashells that makes it uncomfortable to walk. The typhoon affected the sandbar so it doesn’t look like the picture anymore. We did some snorkeling and it was ok but then we saw jellyfish and got out of the water. Overall, it was not worth going. The best part was pictures of the island from the boat ride.
Written 7 July 2022
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Mandina81
Butuan, Philippines3 contributions
Feb 2022 • Friends
Nothing to say but... Amazing! like literaly! So much fun and nature activities in here. Peaceful, clean and had a friendly staff. We're excited to post our group and of course each solo pictures! Amazing Cebu!
Written 12 March 2022
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nitajuana
Cebu City, Philippines17 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
3 hours drive from Cebu City. When you reach the docking area you will check-in and they will give you an orientation - protocols, but no room keys yet. 10 minutes boat trip to the island. No fancy greetings, you have to walk all the way to their other check-in counter, where keys will be given when available. Note: NOT a good place for elderly or PWD, lots of walking and stairs climbing. They have a golf cart that runs only up to 4pm, after that you have to walk from sand bar back to your room, a good 10 minute walk. They do not provide maps, so you have to navigate by yourself. The lagoon was pretty, but no one was on standby to help us there.
Food was ok, during breakfast limited choices, no cereals for kids.
Rooms are big but television and telephone is not working.
The island is beautiful, serene but they can improve more on their service and amenities.
Food was ok, during breakfast limited choices, no cereals for kids.
Rooms are big but television and telephone is not working.
The island is beautiful, serene but they can improve more on their service and amenities.
Written 19 July 2021
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Pio
6 contributions
Feb 2020
i was with my coworkers here very beautiful island and we have a peaceful vacation here . .i highly recommend this place .
Written 10 March 2020
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MJ Tups
Cebu City, Philippines1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Friends
Good day, I would like to ask if there is a hotel nearby Tan-awan Oslob Cebu, accomodating for boat rent in going to Sumilon island? How much is the boat rent if there is?
Written 5 March 2020
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10DCP
Dartmouth, UK72 contributions
Can you use a drone to photograph the sandbar ? Thank you
dhanbc
Cebu Island, Philippines46 contributions
Will you be going via island hopping/day trip or are you booking a room in the resort?
Last time we were there we tried to fly a drone in our boat, we visited the island via island hopping tour. The boatmen did not make any comments so I'm guessing it is okay. Safe travels!
rosy898
Cork, Ireland57 contributions
Hi All who visited Sumilon Island> after reading reviews and Q&A's I am still a bit confused with the prices. I see one person paid PHP1,500 per head, and then another PHP1,500 for 4 people. Could somebody explain what are the prices ranges?
clarkie
Banff, Canada84 contributions
Not sure how the prices work. I reckon it depends which boat/company you go to. But yea, we paid 1500pesos for 4people on a shared boat.
I would like to ask if we are going to sumilon island ,where can we eat lunch?Is there any buffet lunch offer?or any resto that serves lunch?Thanks
aborningwanderlust
Manila, Philippines9 contributions
Hi! Sumilon Island actually has packages which include buffet lunch.
maathereesaa
Davao del Sur Province, Philippines
Hello! I would like to ask if boat rent to Sumilon which is 1500 back and forth?thank you
Curiosity657459
126 contributions
1500peso is for return boat transfer + usage of hotel facilities and private beach + lunch. Another cheaper alternative is 900peso for return boat transfer + usage of public beach area. I would not recommend second option as the area has got no shaded place for you to hang around (it is really hot and sunny at the island) and the beach area is really really small. You can't even get a spot to suntan. Plus the water at this beach is full of corals that it is so hard for you to walk there. Pay a little more and enjoy the facilities at the hotel.
How much estimated money do you get to spend for sumilon?
Anne
139 contributions
There are round trip boat that you can rent to go there. That would be 1500 php. Then you pay for the fee of Sumilon is about 50-100 php. The expense for Sumilon is depend on how you spend. You can buy some food and water bring to the island. You only can access to the public zone of island.
Richard
Hanoi, Vietnam303 contributions
How much is that for that 2 way boat ticket and the tour to explore Sumilon island ?
It seems like I havent seen any information about that on the internet.
That would be great if there is a Whaleshark watching - Sumilon tour or just a Sumilon Island tour but included boat fee.
Could anyone please share me your experience / advice ?
KimYewLoong
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia31 contributions
Whats best time to go? I see review has two different suggestion. Obviously the best time would be LOW TIDE but is it morning , or late afternoon ?
Richard
Hanoi, Vietnam303 contributions
Hello from Hanoi, Vietnam.
Is it possible if after doing Whaleshark watching tour, then I will talke a boat to get Sumilon Island in the early afternoon and get back to Oslob in the late afternoon?
I mean, will we have enough time to have a snorkling tour in the afternoon or they just provide it in the morning?
Thanks in advance,
Ktin Joy B
13 contributions
Hi! It is possible! Just make sure to get the contact details of the boatmen and tell them the time you intend to go back.
In my experience, we did the oslob whaleshark tour at around 6-7:30 am then we went to sumilon island around 9:30 am then we went back to oslob at 1pm.
Anne
139 contributions
Hi,
I'd like to know if I can take a boat to go to Sumilon or come back to Oslob at anytime I want or I have to follow the boat schedule?
What time is good to go there. I prefer when it's not crowded. Low tide or high tide is good?
Thank you for your precious sharing !
Angela Bianca
Niagara Falls, Canada75 contributions
I suggest you go to the shore of where the whale shark watching is. Ask people around how much is the boat ride to sumilon island. Haggle. Go very early so that you can leave around 730/ 8am. I think I payed 500php per person (and i still find it expensive) but we really do want to go again. They will bring you to fish sanctuary (to snorkle and feed fish- bring crushed crackers and snorkling gear) then to the sand bar. And yes you won't be able to access the resort unless you pay the resort for a room or cottage.
tito u
71 contributions
how far is this resort from Cebu City by land travel
Joanne Marie N
32 contributions
From Cebu City to Oslob, it would take you around 3 hours then another 15-20 minute boat ride to the island.
SUMILON ISLAND (Cebu Island) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Sumilon Island
- We recommend booking Sumilon Island tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 12 Sumilon Island tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Sumilon Island:
- Bluewater Sumilon Day Pass (From ₱3,532.22)
- Whale Shark Encounter and Sumilon Sandbar with Kawasan Falls (From ₱8,423.00)
- Whale Shark Watching and Sumilon Sandbar Private Tour Package (From ₱6,688.40)
- Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island with Sardines (From ₱8,360.50)
- Cebu Whalesharks, Sumilon Island & Tumalog falls (From ₱8,151.29)
- Hotels near Sumilon Island:
- (0.34 km) Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort
- (10.73 km) Malonzo Pension House
- (9.82 km) Eden Resort
- (14.64 km) Victoria's Haven
- (9.67 km) Emoha Dive Resort
- Restaurants near Sumilon Island:
- (14.27 km) Brice BBQ & Grill
- (14.80 km) Arbour By Jan From Your Cooking Class
- (3.69 km) Chez Tonton
- (15.07 km) La Mensa
- (15.07 km) Buglas Isla Cafe
- Attractions near Sumilon Island:
- (4.03 km) Island Trek Tours
- (3.84 km) Oslob Whale Sharks
- (6.39 km) Tumalog Falls
- (12.36 km) Aguinid Falls
- (3.77 km) Deep Zone Dive Center