Where can I see whale sharks in Cebu?

Oslob
Welcome to Oslob, home of the whale shark selfie. In this town, near the southern tip of Cebu Island in the Philippines, whale sharks are a big draw. Tourism is booming for people who want to watch, swim with, and take photographs next to the world’s biggest fish.

Are there still whale sharks in Oslob?

In 2011 photos of snorkelers with whale sharks were published in a big international newspaper and snorkeling with whale sharks in Oslob started. 177 Former fishermen in partnership with local government formed a company the Oslob Whale Sharks (OWS) and are still running whale shark tourism in this town.

How much is it to swim with whale sharks in Cebu?

Arranged through a hotel or tour agent, the price to swim with whale sharks will be 1,150 Pesos ($23 USD). Fins (which I recommend), will cost an additional 150 pesos ($3) to rent.

How much is the bus fare from Cebu City to Oslob?

The best way to get from Cebu City to Oslob without a car is to bus which takes 3h 17m and costs ₱120 – ₱190.

Can you swim with whale sharks in Cebu?

A common question that gets asked is if it’s safe to go swimming with whale sharks in Cebu and the answer is Yes. Even though whale sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean that can grow up to 32ft and weigh 200 tonnes, they are very humble creatures and there’s nothing to be afraid of.

Why you shouldn’t swim with whale sharks?

The changed behavior of the whale sharks has a risk for those who swim outside the protected waters. As they are a highly migratory species and have learned that boats and humans mean food, they can travel in the wrong direction and approach shark fishing boats.

How much is a taxi from Cebu to Oslob?

₱1,700 – ₱2,100
The quickest way to get from Cebu City to Oslob is to taxi which costs ₱1,700 – ₱2,100 and takes 1h 40m.

Is Oslob safe?

The whale sharks in Oslob are hand fed to guarantee sightings for tourists 365 days a year. It’s showing no signs of slowing down, in fact it’s the opposite. Tourist agencies boast “99% guarantee of seeing the whale sharks”.

Where can I see whale sharks in the Philippines?

Donsol Bay is home to the Philippines’ first whale shark tourism destination, which began in 1998 with the assistance of WWF-Philippines. Whale sharks aggregate seasonally in these rich waters to feed between November and May. LAMAVE established a base here in 2015 to increase our understanding of this aggregation.

When can you see whale sharks in the Philippines?

The Whale Sharks start to arrive in November and reach their peak numbers in January. The best times for seeing them in Donsol is between April and May, which is also the “summer” vacation time in the Philippines.

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.

Where to go whale shark watching in Cebu?

Whale sharks can be seen in a small barangay Tan-awan, which is 10 km away from the center town of Oslob. Whale shark watching in Cebu started last September 2011 and it became popular all over the world when the news hit in the internet last November 2011.

Where to see whale sharks in Oslob?

You will spot the whale sharks in Tan-awan which is located 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from the center town of Oslob. It has become a popular tourist attraction not just to see the whale sharks but also to snorkel and swim with them.

Is whale watching in Cebu worth the money?

The whale watching is truly an incomparable experience so it is worth the pay and the effort. So pack your backpacks now and head to Oslob, Cebu and swim with the giants!

What to do after the whale shark experience in Oslob?

After the whale shark experience, our package includes climbing up to the amazing Tumalog water falls which just 10 minute drive from the whale shark area in Oslob. There are a lot of tourist spots in Oslob that you can include in your trip if you got a lot of time.