Top places to visit in Oslob

• Oslob Whale Shark Interaction Tan-awan

  Wildlife · 4.5 rating · about 1.5 h · entry ₱1,000 (≈ ₹1,510)

  The world most famous whale shark interaction site — the Tan-awan area of Oslob where whale sharks (butanding) are fed by local fishermen creating a controversial but extraordinary experience of swimming alongside the world largest fish in…

• Tumalog Falls Oslob Multi-Tier

  waterfall · 4.6 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  Tumalog Falls is a spectacular multi-tiered waterfall 10km west of Oslob — thin curtains of water fan out across a broad rock face into a pool below. The widest waterfall in the south Cebu area.

• Sumilon Island Pristine Beach Oslob

  beach · 4.8 rating · about 5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Sumilon Island — a marine sanctuary 1km offshore from Oslob — is the most beautiful island in the south Cebu area. The sandbar, the pristine reef, and the lighthouse give an extraordinary day visit.

• Sumilon Island Sandbar Tidal Walk

  beach · 4.8 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  The sandbar at Sumilon Island is exposed at low tide — a long white ridge of sand extending into the sea. The walk along the sandbar with the ocean on both sides is one of the most photogenic experiences in south Cebu.

• Sumilon Island Snorkelling Reef House

  sanctuary · 4.8 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  The house reef at Sumilon Island is one of the most pristine in south Cebu — the marine sanctuary designation since 1974 has given the reef decades to recover, and the coral and fish diversity are extraordinary.

• Oslob Sohoton Cove Bohol Day Trip

  cave · 4.7 rating · about 8 h · check the fee at the gate

  From Oslob a short boat ride reaches Sohoton Cove in Bohol — a remarkable rock formation with sea caves, jellyfish lake, and mangrove passages accessible on organised day tours.

• Oslob Church Immaculate Conception Heritage

  church · 4.3 rating · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  The Church of the Immaculate Conception in Oslob town is one of the oldest churches in Cebu — the Spanish colonial bell tower and facade date to the 18th century and the adjacent heritage square is well-preserved.

• Oslob Coral Garden Snorkelling Near Shore

  underwater · 4.3 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  The coral gardens of the Oslob coastline beyond the whale shark interaction area have good snorkelling — the reef here is in better condition than much of the Cebu coast, partly protected by the marine sanctuary designation.

• Oslob to Badian Coastal Road Motorbike

  adventure · 4.5 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  The coastal road from Oslob south to Badian runs past pristine beaches, fishing villages, and the Tanon Strait coastline — a pleasant motorbike route connecting the whale shark experience with Kawasan Falls.

• Oslob Tumalog Mountain Motorbike Ride

  adventure · 4.4 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  The motorbike (habal-habal) ride from Oslob town to Tumalog Falls passes through mountain farming communities with great views — the journey is part of the attraction.

• Cuartel Spanish Fort Ruins Oslob

  fort · 4.3 rating · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  The Cuartel (Spanish fort and garrison) ruins in Oslob town are among the best-preserved colonial military ruins in Cebu — the thick coral-stone walls, watchtowers, and dungeon remain largely intact.

• Oslob Town Heritage Walk Morning

  district · 4.1 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  A morning heritage walk through Oslob town — the colonial church, the Cuartel ruins, the heritage plaza, and the fish market give a sense of Oslob as a real community beyond the whale shark tourism.

Things to do

• Oslob Whale Shark Heritage Interaction Dawn Wildlife · 3 h · from PHP 1,800 per person
• Oslob Sumilon Island Day Trip Snorkel Sandbar Boat · 6 h · from PHP 920 per person
• Oslob Sumilon Island Sandbar Heritage Snorkeling Water Sports · 8 h · from PHP 1,800 per person
• Oslob Tumalog Falls Jungle Trek Blue Pool Adventure · 4 h · from PHP 920 per person
• Oslob Canyoneering Kawasan Falls Full Adventure Adventure · 8 h · from PHP 2,200 per person
• Oslob Badian Canyoneering Scenic Southern Cebu Adventure · 6 h · from PHP 1,800 per person
• Oslob Whale Shark Photography DSLR Underwater Wildlife · 3 h · from PHP 2,500 per person
• Oslob Bantayan Island Day Trip Heritage Beach Sightseeing · 10 h · from PHP 2,200 per person

Where to stay in Oslob

• Tan-awan about PHP 1,200 per night

  Coastal barangay beside the whale-shark watching area and Tumalog Falls.

Hotels

• Oslob Whale Shark Glamping 5-star · PHP 9,000 to PHP 28,000 per night
• Oslob Cliff House Resort 5-star · PHP 9,000 to PHP 27,000 per night
• Oslob Hidden Cove Resort 4-star · PHP 5,000 to PHP 15,000 per night
• Oslob Tumalog Glamping 4-star · PHP 6,000 to PHP 18,000 per night
• Oslob Whale Shark Watching Resort 4-star · PHP 4,000 to PHP 12,000 per night
• Oslob Manta Point Dive Resort 4-star · PHP 4,500 to PHP 13,000 per night

Where to eat

• Tan-awan Whale Shark Pre-Dive Breakfast Filipino, Breakfast, Nature · about PHP 250 per person
• Oslob Whale Shark Post Tour Lunch Filipino, Seafood, Nature · about PHP 400 per person
• Whale Shark Visitor Café Oslob Filipino, Cafe, Nature · about PHP 200 per person
• Oslob Fresh Buko Juice Stand Drinks, Filipino, Street Food · about PHP 80 per person
• Tan-awan Whale Shark Post Swim Snacks Filipino, Snacks, Nature · about PHP 150 per person
• Oslob Town Filipino Eatery Filipino, Home Cooking, Traditional · about PHP 300 per person
• Oslob Heritage Cebuano Kitchen Filipino, Heritage, Traditional · about PHP 350 per person
• Oslob Beachfront Seafood Shack Filipino, Seafood, Beach · about PHP 500 per person

Getting to Oslob

Nearest airport: Dumaguete City (DGT), about 25 km away in a straight line. The road or rail journey is longer.

How visitors arrive in Oslob

• Southbound Ceres bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal By road from Cebu City (South Bus Terminal) · common · unconfirmed

  Long-haul buses from the terminal run down the east coast toward Oslob and Bato. Source: moalboalcebu.gov.ph

Getting around

• Scooter Rental
• Tricycle

  Tricycles and jeepneys connect Oslob with the ferry landing on the Cebu side.

• Walking

Best time to visit Oslob

• Jan 29°C
• Feb 29°C
• Mar 30°C
• Apr 32°C
• May 31°C
• Jun 30°C
• Jul 30°C
• Aug 30°C
• Sep 30°C
• Oct 29°C
• Nov 29°C
• Dec 29°C

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• Siargao Island
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Frequently asked questions about Oslob

How many days do you need in Oslob?

A typical trip to Oslob is 1-2 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Oslob?

The highest-rated places in our Oslob guide are Sumilon Island Pristine Beach Oslob, Sumilon Island Sandbar Tidal Walk, Sumilon Island Snorkelling Reef House, Oslob Sohoton Cove Bohol Day Trip, Tumalog Falls Oslob Multi-Tier.

Where should I stay in Oslob?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Oslob: Tan-awan.

How do I get around Oslob?

Ways to get around Oslob covered in our guide: Scooter rental, Tricycle, Walking.

What is the weather like in Oslob?

Average daytime highs in Oslob run from 29°C in Jan to 32°C in Apr.