Sardine Run · Kawasan Falls · Pescador Island · White Beach · Panagsama
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Ceres bus or v-hire from Cebu South Bus Terminal direct to Moalboal town. Buses run every 30 minutes. Air-con costs a little more but worth it for the mountain road.
Private car from Mactan-Cebu International direct to your Moalboal accommodation. No bus terminals, no haggling. Driver meets you at arrivals. Best option for late flights.
Fast ferry from Dumaguete to Bato port (Liloan), then Ceres bus north along the coast to Moalboal. Common route for travellers coming from Siquijor or Negros.
↺ Round trip availableCeres bus along the scenic south coast. Popular combo: whale sharks at dawn in Oslob, then bus to Moalboal for the sardine run. Or reverse the trip.
↺ Round trip availableMillions of sardines swirling in formation just metres from shore. Swim with sea turtles on the same trip. Snorkel independently or book a guided boat tour to Pescador Island.
Start from Badian canyon, jump off cliffs, slide through rapids, and finish at the turquoise Kawasan Falls. Guides included. Waterproof bag for your phone is essential.
Boat from Panagsama to Pescador Island marine sanctuary. Cathedral cave for divers, incredible wall diving, and snorkelling above pristine coral. Sardine run stop included on most trips.
Moalboal's longest white sand stretch. Quieter than Panagsama with clear water, local restaurants, and beach cottages for rent. Popular with families and couples. Best at low tide.
Bus south to Bato port, fast ferry to Dumaguete, then another short hop to Siquijor. Doable in half a day. Morning departures work best to connect both ferries.
↔ Round trip availableBus back to Cebu City, then OceanJet or Lite Ferries fast ferry to Tagbilaran. Allow a full day. Book the ferry in advance during peak season.
↔ Round trip availableLeave at 4am to reach Oslob for the whale shark swim at dawn. Visit Tumalog Falls on the way back. Most popular day trip from Moalboal. Book transport the night before.
The classic Visayas loop. Moalboal sardines, Siquijor waterfalls, Bohol Chocolate Hills, then ferry back to Cebu. Allow 7-10 days. All connections bookable.
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