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Lindogon, Sibonga, South Cebu

Simala Shrine (Monastery of the Holy Eucharist)

A castle-like hilltop shrine in Sibonga, South Cebu, visited by thousands of pilgrims for its Marian image, candle offerings and quiet gardens. Dress modestly and come early.

Alegria, South Cebu

Alegria Canyoneering and Waterfalls

Jump, slide and swim down the Kanlaob River canyon from Alegria to Kawasan Falls, then explore quiet waterfalls in the hills of this small southwest Cebu town.

Lambug, Badian, South Cebu

Lambug Beach

A long, quiet stretch of white sand and clear, shallow water in Badian, with views to Negros and lovely sunsets. A relaxed beach close to Kawasan Falls.

Mantalongon, Dalaguete, South Cebu

Osmeña Peak

The highest point of Cebu, about 1,000 metres up in Dalaguete. A short, rewarding hike to jagged green peaks and views of both coasts, best at sunrise.

Campangga, Barili, South Cebu

Mantayupan Falls

One of the tallest waterfalls in Cebu, hidden in a green amphitheatre in Barili. An easy walk, cool pools and a great first stop on a west coast trip.

Matutinao, Badian, South Cebu

Kawasan Falls

Turquoise pools, jungle walls and three levels of waterfalls in Badian. Swim, float on a bamboo raft or arrive the fun way, by canyoneering down the river.

Oslob, South Cebu

Oslob Whale Sharks

Swim with whale sharks in the morning, cool off at Tumalog Falls and walk a white sandbar on Sumilon Island, all in one easy trip to the far south of Cebu.

Bantayan Island, North Cebu

Bantayan Island

A flat, laid-back island off the northwest tip of Cebu with powdery white sand, shallow turquoise water, island hopping and one of the oldest churches in the country.

Malapascua Island, North Cebu

Malapascua Island

A small, car-free island off the northern tip of Cebu, famous for early-morning thresher shark dives and the powdery white sand of Bounty Beach.

Moalboal, South Cebu

Moalboal

Snorkel straight off the beach into a shoal of millions of sardines, swim with sea turtles and hop to Pescador Island, all from one laid-back town in South Cebu.