The majority of tourism activities in the Philippines revolve around water-based games and entertainment. The region surrounding Cebu Island is especially renowned for these aquatic attractions. Notably, there are whale sharks in the vicinity, making whale shark watching a longstanding highlight of the island's offerings.
Boat sightseeing tours are very popular in Cebu, and many local companies provide their services to tourists. On Lapu-Lapu Island, you can take a ride between islands with Ocean Dreamer Island Tours. You can contact the company by phone at +63 943 505 6006 or email at enjoy@ocean-dreamer.com.
Of all the water activities, the most popular in Cebu is diving. The Philippines attracts divers from all over the world. And visitors to Cebu can get a unique opportunity to swim with whale sharks.
There are endless dive companies in Cebu and the surrounding islands. Examples include Seaquest Dive Center in Molbole (+63 32 418 1550) and Fun & Sun Dive Travel (tel: +63 32 343 3410, email: info@funsundivetravel.com) on Malapascua's famous Malapascua Island.
Wakeboarding, wakesurfing and waterskiing enthusiasts are welcome at Cebu Wake Park (tel: +63 933 549 1086, email: matt@the-board-shop.com). And tourists looking to take to the skies above the sea waves can head to Lapu-Lapu Island. There you can parasail with Diamond Watersports Cebu (tel: +63 091 542 78502, email: dwatersportsmktg@gmail.com).
