Cebu island week · 9 days
9 days, 8 nights: Cebu (8N). Best time to go: Nov–May.
Day 1: Arrive in Cebu
Cebu
Day 2: Explore Cebu
Cebu
- Mactan beach day and snorkel · 5 h. Resort day access or a public beach club; reef-safe sunscreen only.
- Cebu City heritage: Magellan’s Cross and Basilica del Santo Niño · 2.5 h
Local tip: Resort day access or a public beach club; reef-safe sunscreen only.
Day 3: Explore Cebu
Cebu
- Kawasan Falls canyoneering · 7 h. Book a licensed operator; not for non-swimmers. Dry bags for phones.
Local tip: Book a licensed operator; not for non-swimmers. Dry bags for phones.
Day 4: Explore Cebu
Cebu
- Moalboal sardine run snorkel · 3 h. Combine with turtle spotting; currents can pick up — use a vest if unsure.
Local tip: Combine with turtle spotting; currents can pick up — use a vest if unsure.
Day 5: Island hopping from Mactan or Cordova
Cebu
- Island hopping from Mactan or Cordova · 6 h. Agree the island list and snorkel stops before boarding.
Local tip: Agree the island list and snorkel stops before boarding.
Day 6: Explore Cebu
Cebu
Free day in Cebu — wander, café-hop, or ask us to add something.
Day 7: Explore Cebu
Cebu
Free day in Cebu — wander, café-hop, or ask us to add something.
Day 8: Explore Cebu
Cebu
Free day in Cebu — wander, café-hop, or ask us to add something.
Day 9: Depart from Cebu
Cebu
Keep a buffer before your flight; check-out is usually noon.
Where to stay
- Cebu (8 nights): Mactan. Beach access near the airport for a swim-first stay.