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The 15 Best Canyoneering Tours in the Philippines

52 tours  ·  from $47

Kawasan is the one everyone means, and the descent is jumps, slides and swims with a walk-around at every drop. The 15 below compare operators on group size, gear, lunch and the transfer from Cebu City.

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering - What the Oslob whale shark stop is really like
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Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

1.Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 665 reviews · 16 hours · from $124Our pick

Start before dawn for whale shark swimming in Oslob, then head to Badian for lunch and a three-hour Kawasan Falls canyoneering run. You will climb, swim, slide, and jump from cliffs up to 30 feet with local guides who often take photos and videos. Expect long drives, possible whale shark queues, and an energetic day.

“The canyoneering was a night light. I booked the tour for the whale sharks but the zip line is a must. Thanks so much”

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Cebu Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch - Hotel pickup from Moalboal to the river
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Cebu Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch

2.Cebu Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 630 reviews · 6 hours · from $47Best value

Follow the Matutinao River through Kawasan Falls by swimming, scrambling, sliding, and jumping from rock ledges. Guides such as JM, Sam, Patrick, and Anderson keep a close eye on you and take photos along the way. Hotel pickup, gear, shoes, and a homemade lunch are included, with an optional zipline available for an extra fee.

“The whole day was awesome and we had a great guide, Dale you were awesome and we had so much fun Jason & Jordan”

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Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch - Kawasan Falls is the finish line, not the whole show
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Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch

3.Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 440 reviews · from $55Top rated

Spend three to four hours moving down Cebu’s Matutinao River by swimming, climbing, sliding, jumping, and using a Tarzan swing. PH Kawasan Canyoneering provides guides, safety gear, transport, shoes, photos, and a homemade Filipino lunch. Guides such as Sanjet, Brian, Destiny, and Owen are known for patient help and creative photos. Optional ziplining costs extra.

“Great experience getting to walk, climb, swim and jump down the river. Fantastic views and lots of fun along the way. There is also an optional zip line at the beginning of the activity and you can stop for drinks and snacks along the way. AlRead more”

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Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour - Meeting the whale sharks at Oslob
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Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

4.Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 318 reviews · 1 day · from $106

Start with an early Oslob whale shark swim, then head to Badian for a guided Kawasan Falls canyoneering route. Guides such as Oslan, Arnick, Nil, and Ronaldo are praised for safety help and camera work. Expect a long day, crowded whale shark queues, a demanding water trek, optional jumps, and lunch by the sea.

“The only bad part are the long lines and waiting times , but that’s unavoidable with so much people, the whale sharks are incredible, a must on your bucket list, the canyon adventure is incredible but demanding, my guide practically showed me every single place to put my feet or where to grab on to, he took excellent care of me every single second”

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Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour with Ziplining & Lunch - The zipline gives you a fast start
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Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour with Ziplining & Lunch

5.Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour with Ziplining & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 259 reviews · 1 day · from $97

Start with a jungle zipline, then follow local guides through Kawasan Falls by swimming, sliding, climbing, and optional cliff jumping. Your guide can film on your phone, and lunch at Ambak Base Camp comes with a sea view. Pickup is available from Cebu, Mactan, Mandaue, Talisay, and Moalboal.

“Departure around 5:00 AM from Cebu City. Drive approximately 4 hours. Canyoning approximately 3 hours. Lunch. Return approximately 4-5 hours. You can speed up the return by crossing the bridge. The fee is 107 pesos per small car. Ask the driver. I would take my own wather shoes case the one they give you may be faulty with no grip.”

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Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour - The Badian River route, one challenge at a time
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Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour

6.Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 117 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $132

Travel from your Cebu hotel to Badian for a guided canyoneering run through creeks, caves, waterfalls, and cliff jumps, followed by lunch at Kawasan Falls. Guides such as Jerome, James, Dave, and Mac are praised for safety help and taking photos. The $132 private tour lasts 10 to 11 hours and includes transport, gear, entrance fees, and lunch.

“Felix was an excellent and reliable driver and Benji was an attentive and knowledgeable guide.”

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Oslob Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering - Oslob’s whale shark encounter
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Oslob Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

7.Oslob Whale Shark & Tumalog Falls & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $197

You’ll leave before dawn for Oslob’s whale shark encounter, cool off at Tumalog Falls, then take on a four-hour canyoneering trip ending at Kawasan Falls. Private air-conditioned transport, meals, entrance fees, safety gear, and local guides are included. Add a GoPro or zip line at extra cost.

“Definitely recommend this tour. Everything was perfectly organised. All staff involved were fantastic- from the driver, tour guide, canyoneering guide. We paid a bit extra to take the zip line into the canyoneering which was worthwhile. The close up experience with the whale sharks was something we will remember forever. Our kids (8 and 10 years) joined us for this tour- long day, but they loved it also.”

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Cebu: Kawasan Canyoneering & Sardines Run and Turtle Chase - Kawasan’s river route, step by step
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Cebu: Kawasan Canyoneering & Sardines Run and Turtle Chase

8.Kawasan Canyoneering & Sardines Run and Turtle Chase

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 80 reviews · 12 hours · from $90

Start with a one-hour snorkel among Moalboal’s sardines and possible sea turtles, then enjoy a Filipino lunch before a guided Kawasan Falls canyon trip. The 12-hour outing includes gear, fees, transport, and a small group of up to 11. Expect a long Cebu road day, late lunch, jumps, slides, and strong guide support.

“Best tour in Philippines I've had (travelled for 4 weeks). Only annoying part was having to take a 3 hour bus from and back to Cebu.”

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Cebu: Moalboal Sardines Run Snorkel & Kawasan Canyoneering - The early ride to Moalboal
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Cebu: Moalboal Sardines Run Snorkel & Kawasan Canyoneering

9.Moalboal Sardines Run Snorkel & Kawasan Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 73 reviews · 1 day · from $142

Travel from your Cebu hotel to Moalboal for a guided sardine snorkel and a chance to see sea turtles, then continue to Kawasan Falls for jumps, slides, pools, and waterfalls. English-speaking guides such as Jerome, Benji, Roy, and Victor handle safety and photos, while lunch, gear, entry fees, and hotel transfers are included.

“Highly recommend!!! We could not have been happier with our experience. Our guides helped all of our family of 5 the whole way through. They were so courteous, fun, made sure we were safe and had the best day!!! Lunch at the end was very good!”

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Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering - The Oslob whale shark swim
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Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

10.Oslob Whale Shark Swimming and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · from $119

Start before dawn for a whale shark swim in Oslob, then continue to Badian for three hours of Kawasan Falls canyoneering. Your day includes transfers, guides, lunch, snorkeling equipment, helmet, life jacket, aqua shoes, and hotel pickup. Guides such as Jeremiah, Arnel, Mandu, and Raynz are praised for safety, photos, and good humor.

“Our driver Kerwen and tour guides Kevin and especially John and Gerald ensured we had an amazing experience throughout the day. Swimming with the whales sharks was wonderful, and ziplining and cantoneering with the boys was exhilarating. Credit to your team for making great memories for us.”

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Cebu Pick-up: Full Course Kawasan Canyoneering with Lunch - Starting the day at three Cebu pickup points
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Cebu Pick-up: Full Course Kawasan Canyoneering with Lunch

11.Cebu Pick-up: Full Course Kawasan Canyoneering with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 53 reviews · 10 hours · from $81

Follow guides such as Ivan and Ben through Badian River by swimming, sliding, climbing, and jumping into clear pools before reaching Kawasan Falls. The 10-hour tour includes Cebu or Mactan pickup, gear, snacks, water, and a homemade Filipino lunch. Expect a long drive and a physically demanding three-hour canyon route.

“Wspaniała przygoda i niezapomniane wrażenia.Organizacja na wysokim poziomie , przewodnicy zabawni i mili .Jedyne do czego mogę się przyczepić to kierowca , który się spóźnił nas odebrać , ale nadrobił to podczas długiej drogi.”

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Cebu: Kawasan Canyoneering with Ziplining Adventure - From Moalboal to the canyon jump-off
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Cebu: Kawasan Canyoneering with Ziplining Adventure

12.Kawasan Canyoneering with Ziplining Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 45 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

You’ll trek through Kawasan’s narrow gorges, swim in turquoise pools, jump from optional cliff heights, and ride a zipline before a short stop at Kawasan Falls. English-speaking guides such as Ron, Keith, Ian, and Dexter are known for careful help and taking photos. The $70 price includes gear, lunch, transport, fees, and showers.

“The activity was amazing!! A bit tiring I didn’t realize how long the actual trek itself was, but it was such a great day we had! Our tour guide Marvin was amazing !”

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Pescador Island with Sardines & Turtle and Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls - Pescador Island and Talisay Point before the crowds build
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Pescador Island with Sardines & Turtle and Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls

13.Pescador Island with Sardines & Turtle and Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $150

Start at 5 a.m. with private pickup from Cebu City or Mactan. Snorkel around Pescador Island, Talisay Point, and a marine sanctuary, then tackle four hours of Badian canyoneering with local guides before reaching Kawasan Falls. Lunch, equipment, boat, and transfers are included.

“Sardine run and canyoneering were amazing. We weren’t able to do the other snorkel site due to weather which was disappointing. There was a very long day with driving times, due to the crazy traffic on the way back through. So if you’re not someone that enjoys being in a car for long periods or get motion sick, that is worth considering.”

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Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City - Guides make the biggest difference
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Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City

14.Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $122

Spend a full day traveling from Cebu City to Badian for a guided canyon adventure with jumps, rope swings, water slides, swimming, and short hikes. Your package includes private transport, helmet, aqua shoes, life vest, lunch, and a guide. The route finishes at Kawasan Falls, with guides such as Javy, Roy, Roel, and Junya praised for safety and photos.

“A driver came to pick me up from my hotel. I got dressed at the first shop and then went up to the canyons on a moped with my guide. I got my own personal guide who will showed me the canyons and took my pictures and videos. Theres lockers at the first shop and a go pro to borrow incase you don’t have a waterproof phone. I would recommend having a waterproof camera! Lunch was at a local restaurant. They gave me fried chicken, noodles and rice.”

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Cebu: Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Day Trip - The early ride to Osmeña Peak
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Cebu: Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Day Trip

15.Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 32 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $142

Spend 10 to 12 hours exploring Cebu’s mountains and waterfalls. You’ll make a short Osmeña Peak hike, then tackle three hours of Kawasan Falls canyoneering with a helmet, life jacket, trekking shoes, and local guides. The service has included drivers such as Albert and Jepoy, plus canyon guides Joel, Raven, and Anthony.

“We did the Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls with Zip Line. Highly recommend both. The peak had a lot of clouds but we stuck around and saw a beautiful view after the clouds parted. The hike was short but very slippery. I would highly recommend using hiking boots. You can rent walking sticks there, which I would recommend as well. Kawasan Falls and the Zip Line were a blast. Definitely do the Zip Line. Just a heads up, you need to hop on the back of a motorcycle in order to get up to the Zip Line. It is pretty short so I wouldn't worry too much about it. Our…”

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★ 5.0Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure Package from CebuFrom $14511 reviews
★ 4.5Group Tour of Moalboal Sardines Run & Kawasan CanyoneeringFrom $1599 reviews
★ 4.5Osmeña Peak & Badian Canyoneering with Kawasan Falls Tour PackageFrom $12412 reviews
★ 4.5Oslob Whale Shark watching + Canyoneering Adventure TourFrom $17814 reviews
★ 3.5Whale Shark Swimming, Tumalog Falls and Kawasan CanyoneeringFrom $1803 reviews
★ 5.0Moalboal Sardines, Turtle Snorkeling & Kawasan CanyoneeringFrom $1398 reviews
★ 5.0Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour from MoalboalFrom $624 reviews
★ 5.0Oslob Whale Shark Snorkeling & Kawasan Canyoning TourFrom $1553 reviews
★ 5.04 Hour Canyoneering Adventure at Kawasan Falls with LunchFrom $5316 reviews
★ 4.5Cebu Moalboal Beach, Sardine Run, Sea Turtle Viewing + Canyoneering TourFrom $1136 reviews
★ 5.0Kawasan Falls Canyoneering and Cliff Jump Private TourFrom $1296 reviews
★ 5.0Private Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ LunchFrom $613 reviews
★ 3.5Oslob Whaleshark Experience & Canyoneering AdventureFrom $1714 reviews
★ 4.5Sardine Run Snorkeling & Kawasan CanyoneeringFrom $896 reviews
★ 4.9Kawasan Canyoneering with Lunch & Free TransfersFrom $8110 reviews

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