Charmaine AchaWhale sharks are truly the most gigantic creatures I’ve ever encountered. One of my biggest regrets is not swimming with them, purely out of fear that I’d be swallowed whole! Despite the guides’ assurances that whale sharks are gentle giants incapable of harming humans, I still couldn’t bring myself to enter the water. So, if you ever get the chance, just dive in, swim, and soak it all in. Don’t be a scaredy-cat like I was.
Also read: Insider’s Guide to Cebu: All You Need to Know Before Your Trip
How to get there
- Wake up early. You should be in Cebu South Bus Terminal at 3 AM.
- Travel time: 3-4 hrs from Cebu City proper to Oslob, so you’ll reach there at around 7 AM.
- Tell the bus conductor to drop you off at the whale shark area in Tan-awan, Oslob.
- When you reach there, expect a lot of people lining up to pay the fees.
What to do next
- After paying, get your ticket(s) and proceed to the briefing area.
- It’s mandatory to wear a life jacket. Bring your own if you have or rent one.
- You’ll be assigned a designated colour: blue, yellow, green. Ask your guide to bring you to your designated group.
- Ride the boat and enjoy! Whale watching /diving will last for about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Also read: 15 Thrilling Outdoor Adventures to Conquer in Cebu
Here’s our butanding (whale shark) video. Enjoy!
Contributed by Chill and Travel.
