Combine two of the Philippines’ top activities on an action-packed day trip from Badian. Swim beside whale sharks, the largest known fish species in the world—sightings of which are 100% guaranteed—and then discover waterfalls and canyons that are inaccessible by vehicle during a canyoneering experience. This high-octane experience is ideal for thrill seekers.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure in Badian
Guarantee the chance to swim beside whale sharks
A must-do for thrill seekers and time-pressed travelers
Explore the canyons that lead up to Kawasan Falls on foot

What's Included

Private tour
Hotel pick up and drop off
Oslob swimming fee
Whale Shark Swimming Experience
Snorkeling gears (mask & life jacket)
Lunch
Trained Tour Guide/s
Canyoneering gears (life jacket, aqua shoes, and helmet)

Insurance
Breakfast

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

03:00 AM

Pickup details

- We will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel - Any hotel in Cebu City, Mandaue, Talamban, Mactan, Lapu-lapu, Talisay, Moalboal or Oslob area

What To Expect

Oslob

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kawasan Falls

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Participants are guaranteed a swim with whale sharks
Please bring extra swimming clothes, towels and toiletries. There is a changing room when you arrive in Oslob and you can take a shower after your tour in Badian
Hotel pick-up is available in Cebu City, Mactan, Lapu-lapu, Moalboal and Oslob area

Cebu area hotel pick-up is 3:00am. While Oslob area hotel pick-up is 6:00am and Moalboal/Badian area hotel pick-up is 4:00am
If your pick-up hotel is different from your drop-off hotel. Please bring your luggages in the car and inform your driver the name of your drop-off hotel
Go pro rental in Oslob are available for ₱600-800. You can bring your own SD card and pay the driver the fee on site
Canyoneering is a very extreme sport that includes jumping off cliffs and trekking downstream: all participants of this activity are expected to be in good health before joining the activity
Zipline is available add on for the canyoneering tour. The additional surcharge for the zipline is 600 pesos per person
Minimum age to join the canyoneering activity is 7 years old
Please note that this is a private tour, however during the whale shark swimming, you will have other guests on the boat due to Oslob’s Policy
Kawasan Canyoneering is CLOSED every 3rd Wednesday of the month due to government clean-up
In the event that this tour is canceled due to rough weather conditions, customers may opt to reschedule or receive a full refun
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Maha_M

Everything was absolutely amazing!! My driver jerwin managed our time efficiently and smartly!! Swimming with Whale was awesome!!!! And my canyoneering guide Jeremiah was the best!! He made my experience safe, full of fun and joy and informative as well! Can’t thank you enough Jeremiah!!!

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Exceptional Experience

Maha_M, Feb 2024

Don’t miss this awesome tour

Tim_B, Jan 2024

This was a very long day for us due to all the driving but both events were amazing! The whale sharks are very sweet and cool to swim with. The canyoneering was very fun and beautiful. My wife and eldest daughter were both rather scared and not wanting to do these events but we were all very happy during and afterwards as the experiences were much better than we had expected.

Spectacular Adventure

NinaKate_C, Sep 2023

Swimming with the whale sharks was a mind blowing experience. Seeing these gentle giants is a must in your itinerary. The adrenaline pumping canyoneering was heaps of fun! Spectacular water falls, clear waters, fun tour guides, and a safe activity overall. Wasn’t expecting to have a private car and driver to bring us from place to place, not to mention how good the tour guides’ photography skills are too! SHOUT OUT to our amazing driver Elmer! Cheers mate! We’ll definitely look/ask for you when we come back. I can say it was the best day we’ve had since coming to the Philippines from Australia. A day well spent indeed. Thank you!!

Great Experience

Toya, Aug 2023

This was a great experience. The staff was super friendly. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone.

This trip is well...

Brooke_S, Apr 2023

This trip is well organised and everyone was helpful and kind. Once in a lifetime experience! Must do!!

Superb canyoneering experience

Amanda_Y, Apr 2023

This day trip was the most enjoyable and fascinating part of our vacation. We had to wake up early to travel all the way to Oslob for whale shark watching. It would be best if you arrive there before 5am as there were already a lot of people queuing up for registration. The registration area was not well organised so it was actually a bit confusing about where to go. It is best to stick with the tour guide. Despite so it was breathtaking when seeing the whale shark in a close distance. After watching the whale sharks we went to the Kawasan Falls and we absolutely enjoyed the canyoneering experience. Our guide Arnel was super friendly and he could take great pictures for us, also taking care of us along the way. The 3-hour hiking and swimming along the falls was very enjoyable and the scenery was truely awesome.

A beautiful planet

Patrick_J, Mar 2023

A absolutely fantastic opportunity to experience such natural beauty, the guides were well equipped to make every moment count. Without question would recommend to everyone.

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