Things to Do

• Swimming with the Sardines and Sea Turtles from the shore at Panagsama Beach, Moalboal
• Scuba Diving with the Sardine Run and Sea Turtles (optional)
• Hire a Boat for Pescador Island (optional)

What to Expect

The “Sardine Run” is a natural occurrence in which enormous schools of sardines congregate to form a huge “bait ball.” They act in this way to defend themselves against predators, and their coordinated motions can give the impression that they are one large entity. It’s well-known in Moalboal, Cebu, where millions of sardines are readily accessible to divers and snorkelers just off the coast of Panagsama Beach. You don’t need a boat to get a chance to swim with them. However, you can also choose to hire a boat, which will allow you to get to Pescador Island. One hour is allotted for the snorkeling activities. If you hire a boat, it will be used to transport you to Pescador Island, Sardines, and Sea Turtles and three hours will be spent on all of the activities.

What’s Included

• Private Tour
• All Entrance and Government Fees
• Goggles, Life Jacket, Life Buoy
• Snorkeling Guide / Photographer

What’s Not Included

• Hotel Accommodation
• Transportation to and from hotel/resort
• Meals not mentioned
• Gratuities (Giving a TIP is viewed as a sign of goodwill, especially if that person gave you excellent service)

Optional Extras

• GoPro Camera Rental – ₱500 per GoPro
• Upgrade from Snorkeling to Scuba Diving with the Sardine Run
  • ₱1,500 per person (Licensed)
  • ₱2,000 per person (No License)
• Private Boat Rates (Moalboal Tourism Office)
  • ₱2,500 ₱2,200 (maximum of 6 passengers)
  • ₱3,000 ₱2,500 (maximum of 9 passengers)
  • ₱3,500 ₱3,000 (maximum of 12 passengers)
  • ₱4,000 ₱3,500 (maximum of 15 passengers)
  • ₱5,000 ₱4,500 (maximum of 18 passengers)

What to Bring

• Any Swimwear – swimsuit, shorts, rash guard, etc.
• Towel and Clothes to change
• Waterproof Camera / Cellphone in a waterproof pouch
• Php Cash

Meetup Information

For Sardines & Sea Turtles Snorkeling and Scuba Diving:

Time: Anytime between 6:00 am & 03:00 pm
Location: Panagsama Beach
Address: Panagsama Beach, Basdiot, Moalboal
Landmarks: Chili Bar / Savedra Dive Center
You can use Google Maps to help you get there

For Pescador Island + Sardines & Sea Turtles Snorkeling / Scuba Diving:

Time: Anytime between 6:00 am & 01:00 pm
Location: Moalboal Tourism Office
Address: Poblacion, Moalboal
Landmarks: Moalboal Municipal Building / Jollibee Moalboal
You can use Google Maps to help you get there

Child Policy

• 4 years old and above – Same price as adult
• Below 4 years old – Free of charge (Not included in the headcount)
• Child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Unavailability

• April 3, 2026 (Good Friday)

Refund Policy​

• No refund for latecomers or no-shows
• Snorkeling fee is refundable if suspended due to bad weather
• No sighting of the Sardines and/or Sea Turtles is non-refundable
• Used boat (if added) is non-refundable