Oslob, Sumilon Island, and Simala Church in Cebu offer an unforgettable experience. Oslob is famous for whale shark encounters, where you can swim with these gentle giants. Just off the coast, Sumilon Island awaits pristine beaches, a stunning sandbar, and vibrant marine life in its marine sanctuary. Enjoy snorkeling and diving at Sumilon Island. After Sumilon Island, we ate lunch at the nearest Filipino restaurant and then proceeded to Simala Church. Our last stop is the Carcar Pasalubong area, where you can buy one of their famous pasalubong chicharons and many more.

Note: This is just an estimated time and might be changed on the actual tour date. Pick up time will also change during peak season.

The tour offers an unforgettable day experiencing some of Cebu’s top southern attractions. It begins in Oslob, famous for up-close whale shark encounters where you can swim with the gentle giants. Next is Sumilon Island, with beautiful beaches, a stunning sandbar, and vibrant marine life for snorkeling. After lunch, a visit to the historic Simala Church showcases ornate interiors. The tour concludes with pasalubong shopping in Carcar, where you can pick up treats like chicharon to bring home. Expect memorable encounters with whale sharks, beaches and snorkeling on Sumilon Island, as well as cultural sights and souvenir hunting – all highlight what makes southern Cebu a top destination.

OSLOB WHALE SHARKS

In Oslob, Cebu, visitors can have the unique experience of swimming with whale sharks, the world’s largest fish. Also known as gentle giants, encountering these massive creatures up close in the water is a truly memorable wildlife adventure. Oslob offers the opportunity to interact with and observe these endangered whale sharks in their natural habitat. 

SUMILON ISLAND

Sumilon Island is famous for snorkeling, diving and enjoying its sand bar. It was the second marine sanctuary established in the Philippines, helping to preserve vibrant coral reefs and marine life. Featuring a single resort, the Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort is nestled on the southern tip.

CUARTEL RUINS & CHURCH

Located south of Cebu, Oslob Church and Cuartel Ruins are among the oldest historical landmarks in the area. The Cuartel Ruins consist of the remnants of a collapsed bell tower floor next to Oslob Church. Made from unusually thick 91cm coral stones, it originally served as a barracks (“cuartel” in Spanish) for Spanish soldiers in the 1800s. Though construction was abandoned when the Americans arrived in 1899, the durable foundation has endured earthquakes and typhoons over the decades. Visiting this archaeological location provides a glimpse into Oslob’s importance during the Spanish colonial era, with the ruins offering insight into military structures of the past.

THE MIRACULOUS BIRHEN SA SIMALA

The Monastery of the Holy Eucharist, also known as the Our Lady of Lindogon Shrine or Simala Shrine, is a Roman Catholic pilgrimage church located in Sibonga, Cebu, Philippines. More commonly referred to as the Simala Parish Church, it is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The monastery and shrine have become an important destination for pilgrimages in Cebu, attracting Catholic visitors who come to venerate the Virgin Mary at this historic church. Also sometimes called Our Lady of Lindogon, the monastery has taken on multiple names but remains a key religious landmark dedicated to the faith in the province.