Panglao Island Hopping Shared Day Tour: Dolphin Watching, Coral Reefs Snorkeling and Turtle Watching | Philippines

Panglao Island Hopping Shared Day Tour: Dolphin Watching, Coral Reefs Snorkeling and Turtle Watching | Philippines

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Panglao Island Hopping Shared Day Tour: Dolphin Watching with Turtle Sanctuary and Coral Reefs Snorkeling

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This is a shared tour. 


Dolphin sighting visibility is dependent on weather conditions. Refunds will not be granted in the event there are no dolphins spotted during the tour


The actual itinerary is dependent on weather/transportation conditions


Meeting time: 06:00 am ~ 06:30 am


Activity includes: Dolphin Watching, Estaca Reef Snorkeling, Virgin Island Sandbar, Turtle Sanctuary, Coral Reefs Snorkeling


Includes
  • Lunch
  • Admission to: Balicasag Island and Virgin Island sandbar (Virgin Island is currently closed due to coral reef vandalism)
  • Professional guide
  • Refreshments
  • Flatboat/speedboat transfer to and from the meet up location
  • Insurance provided by the operator
  • Local government environmental fees
  • Separate paddleboat tour with islander local guide to coral reef and turtle sanctuary
  • Snorkeling mask
  • Lifevest
  • Complimentary hotel pick-up within Panglao municipality. (Please note: pick-up service is not available for Dauis and Tagbilaran.)

Excludes
  • Tips
  • Other expenses not mentioned above
  • Snorkeling Fins
  • Swim Boots/ Shoes
  • Underwater Camera

Voucher Redemption Period
  • The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Cancellation Policy
  • Designated handling fee

From

MYR 159.96

Highlights

  • Gaze in wonder at pods of bottlenose and spinner dolphins
  • Unwind at Virgin Island’s crescent-shaped sandbar
  • Visit Balicasag Island and enjoy snorkeling and turtle watching
  • Lunch Included

-Announcement-


Please be informed that Virgin Island is currently closed due to coral reef
vandalism as of 9th September 2024 until further notice.

Kindly refer the updated alternate itinerary below:


-What You Can Expect-


Experience not only Bohol dolphin watching but also a Balicasag and Virgin
Island tour on this half-day trip! Hop on board a boat that will take you
along Bohol's scenic coast. Meet dozens of playful bottlenose and spinner
dolphins and go snorkeling and turtle watching!


Visit Balicasag Island, Bohol’s top diving destination and a marine sanctuary.
Find colorful corals and fishes of different species as soon as you submerge
into its clear waters. Get the chance to see the rare black coral reef, an UN-
listed Marine Protected Area. Upon coming back up, spot the lighthouse located
in the middle of the island.


Then, explore Virgin Island, a lovely sandbar in the middle of the ocean. Take
a dip in its crystal clear waters. Enjoy the scenic view of surrounding
islands with complimentary drinks & snacks, and get a chance to swim with the
friendly sea creatures if you’re lucky.


Take advantage of this dolphin-watching tour in Bohol at great rates with
KKday today!


-Important Info-


  • Activity duration: 5~6 hours


  • Meeting time: 06:00 am ~ 06:30 am


  • Meeting Point: Complimentary hotel pick-up within Panglao municipality. (Please note: pick-up service is not available for Dauis and Tagbilaran.)


  • Luggage Policy : No luggage allowed



Shared Tour Itinerary:


*Note: The sample itinerary are estimated times and may change on the actual day of the tour, based on the traffic situation and your hotel location


6:30AM - Meet at Hotel


(Boatman will buy the Paddleboat Tickets (government provides tour) and
register with coastguard)


7:00AM - Cruise to Balicasag island - dolphin watching area.


(Dolphins are wild and boatman will try to locate their feeding ground which
varies day by day. This is not 100% guarantee dolphin sighting)


8:00AM ~ 10:00AM - Travel to Balicasag Island and have paddleboat activity
(provided by local islanders)


(Tip - there are swim fins, underwater cameras for rent on-the-spot. request
the local paddleboat guide to go to less crowded area, if possible. inform the
guide of your swimming skill level - nonswimmer, beginner, expert, freediver)


30mins for snorkeling in reef (with local islander guide)


30mins for turtle sanctuary (with local islander guide)


Cruise to Virgin Island -- experience pure white sand in shallow waters,
perfect for relaxation. (Virgin Island is on very shallow sea, and needs high
tide so that boat can navigate. This stop may be done first before Balicasag
Island, depending on tides)


*Lunch included: a simple fresh meal cooked while you swim (rice, grilled pork, grilled chicken, grilled shrimp), served around 11AM on the boat


12NN to 1PM - end of tour, return to hotel (within coverage)

Itinerary

  • balicasag island and virgin island tour

Additional information

Reminders
Please arrive at the designated location 30 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
If you suffer from motion sickness, please take proper precautions in advance (i.e. medication). Earplugs are also recommended as the boat’s engine noise can be loud
Dolphin sighting visibility is dependent on weather conditions. Refunds will not be granted in the event there are no dolphins spotted during the tour
The actual itinerary is dependent on weather/transportation conditions
Luggage Policy : No luggage allowed
Meeting time: 06:00 am ~ 06:30 am
How to Use Your Voucher
Please present the e-voucher on-site

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