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A person snorkeling underwater with a sea turtle nearby. 1
A group of dolphins swimming in the ocean. 2
A person swimming with a sea turtle underwater. 3
An aerial view of a circular island with dense vegetation, clear turquoise waters, and numerous boats anchored near the shore. 4
A sea turtle swimming underwater with a person in the background. 5
By Panglao Island Tour

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Free cancellation available
Price is €44 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h 30m+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • View wild dolphins along the Panglao coast at sunrise
    • Swim with sea turtles at Balicasag Island
    • Explore Balicasag's coral reefs with your coordinator in the water
    • Enjoy a fun shared tour with hotel pickup and snorkelling gear
    • Snorkel masks, life jackets and photo help included

Activity location

    • Alona Beach
    • Panglao Island, Central Visayas, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Danao Beach, Panglao, 6300 Bohol, Philippines | Meet on the beachfront of Bohol South Beach Hotel, Danao Beach, Panglao. Walk to the beach in front of the hotel and look for our tour coordinator. The meeting point and the 6:00 AM meeting time are fixed. Please be on time; the boat cannot wait. This meet-up option does not include hotel pickup.
    • Panglao, Central Visayas, Philippines

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Bohol: Dolphin Watching & Sea Turtle Swim Island Tour

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Hotel pickup in Panglao from 5:30 AM; return around 11:30 AM (about 6 hours including transfers). Exact pickup order is confirmed the evening before. The separate meet-up option starts at 6:00 AM at Bohol South Beach Hotel beachfront.

Starting time: 06:00
Price details
€43.72 x 2 Adults€87.44
Total
Price is €87.44
Until Wed, 4 Nov

6:00 AM – Bohol South Beach Hotel Meet-up

  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • English

Meet at 6:00 AM at the beachfront of Bohol South Beach Hotel. The meeting time and location are fixed. Return around 11:30 AM, depending on sea conditions (about 5.5 hours). Hotel pickup is not included in this meet-up option.

Starting time: 06:00
Price details
€52.65 x 2 Adults€105.30
Total
Price is €105.30
Until Wed, 4 Nov

2-Day Package: Island Hopping Day + Countryside Day

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

2 days: Hills/tarsiers/forest/Loboc 7:30 AM–4:25 PM (~9h); Balicasag island hopping pickup from 5:30 AM–11:30 AM (~6h). Fees ₱500/person/day. Lunch extra: optional ₱1,200 cruise buffet or another riverside restaurant.

Starting time: 06:00
Price details
€84.77 x 2 Adults€169.54
Total
Price is €169.54
Until Wed, 4 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off on the hotel-pickup option
  • Inclusions
    Local coordinator, including in-water snorkelling assistance
  • Inclusions
    Boat transport for dolphin watching, Balicasag and Virgin Island stops
  • Inclusions
    Snorkel mask, snorkel and life jacket
  • Inclusions
    Photo assistance
  • Inclusions
    Shared small-group tour organisation
  • Exclusions
    Environmental fee: ₱500 per person, paid on site in Philippine pesos
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks: snacks and beer can be bought on the island
  • Exclusions
    GoPro, fins and extra equipment rental
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Children under 3 years
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Start your day early with one of Bohol’s most popular marine experiences. This well-organized group tour combines dolphin watching, snorkelling with sea turtles, and coral reef exploration.

    Hotel pickups in Panglao start from 5:30 AM. Alternatively, meet at 6:00 AM at the beachfront of Bohol South Beach Hotel. This meeting time and location are fixed. We then take an early boat ride along the Panglao coast to look for wild dolphins.

    Next, the tour continues to Balicasag Island, known for its colourful reefs and frequent sea turtle sightings. With snorkelling gear provided and a local guide coordinating the timing, you’ll swim among tropical fish and explore vibrant coral areas.
    At Balicasag Island, guests transfer with a local marine guide to the turtle snorkelling area.

    After snorkelling and the Virgin Island stop, return to Panglao around 11:30 AM, depending on sea conditions. Allow about 6 hours including pickup, or 5.5 hours from the 6:00 AM meeting point. The tour is carefully timed to make the most of morning conditions, creating a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish.

    Dolphins and sea turtles are wild animals, and sightings vary from day to day. This route and timing are chosen to give the best possible chances each morning.

    This activity takes place in a shared marine area where other tour boats may be present during snorkelling, especially around Balicasag Island.

    At Virgin Island, stop for photos and time to relax.

    Snorkel masks, life jackets and photo help are included. The environmental fee is ₱500 per person, paid separately in Philippine pesos. Meals and drinks are extra; snacks and beer can be bought on the island. GoPro, fins and extra equipment are available to rent.

    Balicasag has no dock, so getting on and off the boat and walking through shallow water takes a reasonable level of fitness. This tour is not suitable for children under 3.

    Weather cancellations: if unsafe weather or Coast Guard restrictions stop the tour, choose a free new date or a full refund.

    The tour is operated by the same team behind Bohol’s best-reviewed countryside and waterfall tours, known for clear communication, good timing, and reliable service.

Location

Activity location

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    • Alona Beach
    • Panglao Island, Central Visayas, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Danao Beach, Panglao, 6300 Bohol, Philippines | Meet on the beachfront of Bohol South Beach Hotel, Danao Beach, Panglao. Walk to the beach in front of the hotel and look for our tour coordinator. The meeting point and the 6:00 AM meeting time are fixed. Please be on time; the boat cannot wait. This meet-up option does not include hotel pickup.
    • Panglao, Central Visayas, Philippines