8 Gorgeous Cebu Islands to Visit this Summer
Are you feeling a little stressed out? Thinking of ticking an item or two off your bucket list? Or are you just itching to go out on an unforgettable adventure? Well, today is your lucky day! This week, TheCebuano lists down some of the most gorgeous Cebu Islands that you can check out this summer. If you want a “me time” that involves boat rides, adventures, and lots of swimming, and is guaranteed to wash the blues away, read on! This list is especially made just for you!
Without further ado, here are 8 amazing Cebu Islands you definitely have to visit this summer.
1. Sumilon Island
Location: | Oslob – South Cebu |
Travel Time: | 4 hours from the city |
Boat Ride: | 15 minutes from mainland |
Why Visit: | Whale-shark watching Trekking Wildlife Glamping Pristine beaches Heritage Infinity Pool Salt-water lagoon Mini-forest |
Budget: | Around Php 1,500 – Php 2,000 for a day tour inclusive of boat-transfers, lunch, selected resort amenities and services, and locker for your belongings. |
Perfect for: | Couples Family Groups |
Nearby Spots: | Tumalog Falls Oslob Plaza and Cuartel Oslob Town Center |
2. Bantayan Island
Location: | Bantayan Island – North Cebu |
Travel Time: | 5 hours from the city |
Boat Ride: | 1 to 2 hours from San Remigio |
Why Visit: | Amazing beaches Unique culture Excellent heritage structures Holy Week celebrations Beach parties Dried fish and other local products |
Budget: | Around Php 400 for boat transfers. Rooms range from around Php 500 to Php 5,000. You can pitch a tent for less than Php 500. |
Perfect for: | Groups Families |
Nearby Spots: | San Remigio Virgin Island Bogo City |
3. Funtastic Island (Gibitngil Island)
Location: | Medellin – North Cebu |
Travel Time: | 5 hours from the city |
Boat Ride: | 30 minutes from mainland |
Why Visit: | White beach Rock formations Cliff diving Zipline |
Budget: | Boat transfer is from Php 1,000 (small boat) to Php 1,500 (big boat.) Entrance fee is around Php 10. Cottages range from Php 100 to Php 500. |
Perfect for: | Groups Families |
Nearby Spots: | Medellin Town Center Daanbantayan |
4. Silion Island (Virgin Island)
Location: | Bantayan Island – North Cebu |
Travel Time: | |
Boat Ride: | 15 minutes from Santa Fe |
Why Visit: | Unspoiled beaches Peace and quiet Pocket beaches for a unique beach experience |
Budget: | Boat rent is around Php 1,000. Entrance fee is around Php 100 per person. Cottage rent is Php 100. If your boat doesn’t dock, you have to pay only Php 200. |
Perfect for: | Small Groups Families |
Nearby Spots: | Bantayan Island San Remigio Town Center |
5. Pacijan Island (Camotes)
Location: | Camotes Group of Islands |
Travel Time: | |
Boat Ride: | 2 hours from Danao City |
Why Visit: | Lake Danao Timubo Spring Mangodlong Rock Resort Santiago Bay Rock formations Pristine beaches |
Budget: | Boat transfer is around Php 400 round trip. Accommodations start from around Php 500 to Php 1,500. Arrange tours with local habal-habal drivers. Rate is around Php 300 to Php 500. |
Perfect for: | Couples Small Groups Families |
Nearby Spots: | Nearby Camotes Islands Danao City |
6. Saragossa Island (Badian Island)
(photos by Aubrey A.)
Location: | Badian, South Cebu |
Travel Time: | 4 hours from the city |
Boat Ride: | 20 minutes from mainland |
Why Visit: | Watersports Peace and quiet Privacy and exclusivity Amazing beaches Unique resort facilities |
Budget: | Rate starts at around Php 10,000 for an overnight stay for two. |
Perfect for: | Couples Smaller Groups Families |
Nearby Spots: | Badian Town Center Alegria Kawasan Falls Moalboal |
7. Olango Group of Islands
Location: | Olango Island |
Travel Time: | 30 minutes from Lapu-Lapu City |
Boat Ride: | 15 minutes from mainland |
Why Visit: | Laid-back atmosphere Marine sanctuary Diving Bird sanctuary / bird watching Mangrove forests Mudflats |
Budget: | Round-trip boat transfer is only less than Php 100. Entrance fees to most spots cost only from Php 10 to Php 20. |
Perfect for: | Couples Small Groups Day Trekkers |
Nearby Spots: | Mactan Island Nalusuan Island Pandanon Island |
8. Malapascua Island
Location: | Daanbantayan – North Cebu |
Travel Time: | 5 hours from the city |
Boat Ride: | 1 hour from the mainland |
Why Visit: | Thresher sharks Sardine run Lovely beaches |
Budget: | Boat fare from Maya to Malapascua is only PhP50. If you’re patient, you can also get a room for only PhP 500. |
Perfect for: | Couples Divers Small Groups Families |
Nearby Spots: | Daanbantayan Medellin Bogo City |
What are you waiting for? Start planning and make this summer break your best one yet! Don’t let summer end without a quick visit to any of these lovely Cebu islands!
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