Dolphin and Turtle Sightseeing Tour of Panglao with Snorkeling
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About the Activity
This half-day tour offers four activities in the famous Balicasag Island and Virgin Island Sandbar. Balicasag Island has been proclaimed a marine sanctuary since 1985, so expect to see vibrant marine life. Guests will meet with the boatman and staff at Alona Beach West end, in Panglao, Bohol. Enjoy a ride in our bigger boat to see dolphins swim along the boat! Refreshments will be served onboard while traveling about 11 kilometers to the dolphin sighting area. After dolphin watching, guests will travel to Balicasag Island to transfer to a small paddleboat with a local tour guide. Guests will spend 30 minutes per snorkel area, which are the big colorful fish area and the serene majestic turtle area. Lifevests and snorkel/masks are provided. Guests then return to the tour boat and travel to Virgin Island Sandbar, noted for picturesque turquoise waters and pure white sand. Guests may snorkel again at a hidden gem coral reef before return to the meet-up point in Alona Beach.5 hours to 6 hours
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Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
environmental and entrance fees to Balicasag, Virgin Island Sandbar, Extaca Reef
Food and drink : Lunch. simple and fresh meal, cooked while you swim
balicasag paddleboat tour to turtle sanctuary
Transportation amenities : On-board restrooms. Restroom on board
Food and drink : Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea
Use of equipment : Other.
Use of equipment : Other.
Use of equipment : Other.
Use of equipment : Other.
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Balicasag Island
Balicasag Island, PhilippinesOur boatman guide will meet guests at Alona Beach, to ride a boat to see Dolphins. Actual Location and Sightings are not guaranteed as Dolphin Pod can transfer feeding areas seasonally. This will be a few kilometers from Balicasag Island.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Balicasag Reef
PhilippinesGuests will disembark and transfer to a tiny paddleboat with a guide in groups of 2-4 per boat. The paddleboat guide is a local islander, who will take guests to two areas. 30 minutes in the fish area, and 30 minutes in the turtle sanctuary.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Virgin Island
PhilippinesGuests will take a boat ride to Virgin Island Sandbar, with a magnificent view. The sandbar is made of pure white sand, with warm shallow waters, perfect for kids and for chilling out and for taking fantastic pictures!1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Virgin Island
PhilippinesOptional - weather and time permitting, those who finish early in Balicasag Island can spend more snorkeling and swimming time at another coral reef.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Please meet near 7-Eleven on Alona Beach West End
Guide will bring a Reel Fortune bannerView Location
End point
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Please meet near 7-Eleven on Alona Beach West End
Guide will bring a Reel Fortune bannerView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with seasickness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Filipino
- English
Printed Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPlease show your booking to the boatman guideCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Manila time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by Reel Fortune Boat RentalCreated on 25 Mar 2024Created on 13 Aug 2024
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