THE PHILIPPINES · SARDINE RUN TOURS

Moalboal Sardine Run: 15 Ways to Swim With It

45 tours  ·  from $20 a head

The bait ball sits a short swim from Panagsama beach and stays there all year. These 15 compare shore snorkels, boat trips that add Pescador Island, and the day tours that bolt it onto Oslob.

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling - The 2:00 AM pickup and southern Cebu drive
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Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

1.Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 343 reviews · 10 hours · from $106Pick of the list

Swim with Oslob whale sharks, visit Tumalog Falls, and snorkel with sardines and turtles in Moalboal on a long Cebu day trip.

“Was definitely worth the time and money spent. Grueling to start at 2am but realized the importance as soon as we got to Oslob. Our tour was very organized, and our driver Elizer was very good. We are a family of 6 and got the private option. Highly recommend this tour, and get the GoPro option. Those guys know their stuff. We had an amazing experience with the sharks, the turtles and the sardines. The Tumalag Falls was an incredible sight.”

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Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles - The 2:40 a.m. start and the road south
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Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

2.Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 10 - 14 hours · from $113

Review of Cebu’s Oslob whale shark, Moalboal sardine run, and turtle tour, with practical advice on timing, transport, cost, and what to expect.

“Had an amazing time...early start but well worth getting up swimming with the whales was such an unforgettable experience. Rowena Mae out guide couldn't have been more attentive and helpful she was so friendly it made the trip so enjoyable. Would 100% recommend”

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Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island with Sardines - The pre-dawn drive to Oslob
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Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island with Sardines

Cebu: Whale Sharks, Kawasan Falls, & Sardines Run Snorkeling - Oslob whale sharks: impressive but crowded
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Cebu: Whale Sharks, Kawasan Falls, & Sardines Run Snorkeling

4.Whale Sharks, Kawasan Falls, & Sardines Run Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 114 reviews · 8 hours · from $135

Review of Cebu’s whale shark, Kawasan Falls, and Moalboal sardines tour, with honest advice on timing, crowds, value, and what to bring.

“A unique day out with lots of variety. Be prepared for a long day. Our pickup was at 2am with a long drive to Oslob. When we got to Oslob we had to queue from 4:40am for an hour to get a ticket for the whale shark experience. Now this is necessary as it gets very busy and so essentially ensures you get on the boat earlier. We got out to the water about 7/7:30 am, the time goes quicker than you think. If you arrive after 5am I can see you having to wait much longer so although not necessary pleasant it is a blessing in disguise to leave…”

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Oslob Whale Sharks and Moalboal Sardine Run, Sea Turtles Tour - Waiting at BCD’s Place in Oslob
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Oslob Whale Sharks and Moalboal Sardine Run, Sea Turtles Tour

Cebu: Kawasan Canyoneering & Sardines Run and Turtle Chase - The early van ride from Cebu City
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Cebu: Kawasan Canyoneering & Sardines Run and Turtle Chase

6.Kawasan Canyoneering & Sardines Run and Turtle Chase

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 80 reviews · 12 hours · from $90

Review of Cebu’s Moalboal sardine run, turtle snorkeling, home-cooked lunch, and Kawasan canyoneering, with practical tips and value advice.

“We had an amazing day canyoning and adventuring. Our guides Bryan and Melvin were awesome. Everyone went above and beyond and we couldn’t be more thankful for this day. Then the sardines snorkel at the end was just a fun bonus to finish off the day. Could not recommend this tour more!”

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Cebu: Moalboal Sardines Run Snorkel & Kawasan Canyoneering - The turtle search adds a welcome sense of discovery
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Cebu: Moalboal Sardines Run Snorkel & Kawasan Canyoneering

7.Moalboal Sardines Run Snorkel & Kawasan Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 73 reviews · 1 day · from $142

Review of Cebu’s Moalboal sardine snorkel and Kawasan canyoneering tour, with turtles, cliff jumps, lunch, transport, costs, and practical tips.

“Highly recommend!!! We could not have been happier with our experience. Our guides helped all of our family of 5 the whole way through. They were so courteous, fun, made sure we were safe and had the best day!!! Lunch at the end was very good!”

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Oslob Whale Shark Snorkeling & Pescador & Sardine Run & Turtle - Breakfast and Tumalog Falls make the wait useful
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Oslob Whale Shark Snorkeling & Pescador & Sardine Run & Turtle

Pescador Island with Sardines & Turtle and Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls - Pescador Island and the famous sardine run
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Pescador Island with Sardines & Turtle and Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls

9.Pescador Island with Sardines & Turtle and Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $150

Swim with turtles and sardines, then canyon through Badian to Kawasan Falls on Cebu’s long, action-packed private day tour.

“The canyoneering experience at Kawasan is adrenalin thrilled, where you will have professional guidance through the almost 5km canyon - Jumping from cliffs as high as 10m. I would absolutely do it again, any day. Make sure you put on a lRead more”

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Whale Shark, Canyoneering, Sardines Run and Turtles with Transpo - The 3:00 am departure from Cebu City
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Whale Shark, Canyoneering, Sardines Run and Turtles with Transpo

10.Whale Shark, Canyoneering, Sardines Run and Turtles with Transpo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · from $180

Review of Cebu’s whale shark, Kawasan canyoneering, sardines and turtle tour, with transport, lunch, timing, value and practical advice.

“Great experience! It was everything we wanted. Super fun packed day. Catherine was our personal driver for the whole day - really lovely. You spend a decent amount of time in the car. As for the experiences, really amazing. There were plenRead more”

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Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour - Starting at Panagsama Beach
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Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour

11.Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 24 reviews · 1 hour · from $25

Review of Moalboal’s private Sardines Run snorkeling tour, with safety, guides, gear, crowds, timing, value, and booking advice.

“We booked for 7am, but no one showed up before 7:10. Besides that it was amazing! Best guide taking the best videos and pictures! He was sooo good! And so nice views of turdles and sardines”

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Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour w/ Transfers Option - Watching millions of sardines move as one
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Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour w/ Transfers Option

12.Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour w/ Transfers Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $20Most for the money

See Moalboal’s famous sardine run on a private one-hour snorkel tour with gear, a local guide, insurance, and optional transfers.

“Our Sardine Run tour with Jonathan was absolutely incredible! His expertise, enthusiasm, and deep knowledge of the ocean made the entire experience unforgettable. He guided us to the best spots to witness the breathtaking spectacle Read more”

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Cebu: WhaleShark , Tumalog Falls, & Sardine Run Snorkeling - The Oslob whale shark session starts before sunrise
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Cebu: WhaleShark , Tumalog Falls, & Sardine Run Snorkeling

Moalboal: Sardine Run, Turtles and Pescador Island Hopping - Pescador Island: the best setting for snorkeling
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Moalboal: Sardine Run, Turtles and Pescador Island Hopping

Cebu Whale Shark Encounter, Moalboal Sardines & Tumalog Falls - The 4:00 a.m. pickup and long ride south
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Cebu Whale Shark Encounter, Moalboal Sardines & Tumalog Falls

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