About this tour
This classic Mactan island-hopping trip strings together three very different islands in a single day aboard a traditional outrigger bangka. You meet your guide at Marigondon (or with optional hotel pickup), then cruise out across the turquoise Camotes Sea toward your first stop, the Hilutungan Marine Reserve, one of the richest snorkeling spots near Cebu City, with walls of soft coral and clouds of reef fish.
From Hilutungan the boat continues to Nalusuan Island, a sliver of white sand circled by a shallow reef, ideal for an easy swim and photos on the long wooden jetty. The final leg runs to Pandanon Island, a postcard sandbar where the crew fires up a Filipino barbecue lunch of grilled chicken, pork, fish, and fresh fruit.
It is an easygoing day suited to families and first-timers: snorkel gear is provided, the water is calm, and there is plenty of time to relax on the sand between stops. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a dry bag, and cash for the small island environmental fees collected on arrival.
Highlights
- ✓Snorkel the protected Hilutungan Marine Reserve teeming with reef fish
- ✓Relax on the shallow white-sand shelf around Nalusuan Island
- ✓Filipino BBQ and seafood lunch served on Pandanon sandbar
- ✓Traditional outrigger bangka with experienced local crew
- ✓Free snorkel gear and optional GoPro rental
What's included
- ✓Round-trip outrigger boat transfers between islands
- ✓Filipino BBQ lunch with seafood and fruit
- ✓Snorkeling gear and life jackets
- ✓Certified boat guide / boatman
Frequently asked questions
Where does the tour start?
Most trips meet at Marigondon Beach or a partner jetty in Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan. Optional hotel pickup from Mactan and Cebu City is available for a small surcharge.
Are island entrance fees included?
Each marine sanctuary collects a small environmental fee (roughly PHP 50-100 per island) on arrival. Bring cash, as these local fees are usually not part of the package.
Is it suitable for non-swimmers?
Yes. Life jackets are provided and the reef areas are shallow, so non-swimmers can float and enjoy the marine life with the guide nearby.
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