Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer Cebu - Bantayan Island & Land Tour on Bantayan Island
Stop At: Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines
We will pick you up anywhere in Cebu City or the northern part of Cebu Island. Our drivers will safely bring you to Hagnaya Port (San Remigio) from where you will take the ferry to Santa Fe. At the port in Santa Fe you will get picked up and brought to the office of SYKE Travel & Tours
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: SYKE Travel & Tours, Saagundo St, Poblacion, Santa Fe, 6047 Cebu, Philippines
A Welcome Drink and a little bit of relaxing. Of course you can leave also your luggage at our reception. After that we will take you on a half day tour on Bantayan Island and show you the most popular but also unknown sights and let you taste and enjoy the Island Life. We could do a slightly different version of the tour, depending on the people joining or the weather.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Fountain of Love - Bantayan Island, Saagundo St, Poblacion, Santa Fe, 6047 Cebu, Philippines
Discover the fountain of love and its garden surrounding it!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: German Ruin and Cliff Bantayan Island, Cliff Diving Spot, Santa Fe, 6047 Cebu, Philippines
Exploring Roots - Finding Heart. German Ruin and Cliff is one a well known sight on Bantayan Island. It‘s history goes back to the late 90‘s where a German man built his house but left his property after few years and because of unknown issues. Since then it more and more became a ruin with a mysterious saga.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Paradise Beach, Philippines
Probably the most peaceful beach in the World (or at least in Bantayan Island :))
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Omagieca Mangrove Garden, Philippines
Mangrove Garden Bantayan Island - a very special experience on the Island for exploring the untouched nature.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bantayan Island Nature Park and Resort, Sitio Kalubian, Island Bantayan Island 6052 Cebu, Bantayan, Cebu, Philippines
The Nature Park of Bantayan Island is situated at a very nice spot at the eastern coast of the Island. One of its attraction is the natural fish spa a natural tickling spa experience.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Big Cross, 6P5Q+XHM, Bantayan, Cebu, Philippines
Big white cross on the top of the Island
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Fort of Kota Park, Philippines
The point at top north of the Island and the oldest historic sight of Bantayan Island.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St. Peter and Paul Church, Philippines
A historic monument form the 19th Century built during the time of the Spanish colonialism.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bantayan Public Market, Bantayan Municipal Wharf Road, Bantayan, 6052 Cebu, Philippines
We will stop at the public (fish) market in Bantayan.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Colina Isla de Bantayan, Brgy, 6QC2+QFR, Bantayan, 6042 Cebu, Philippines
The highest point on Bantayan Island with a nice view over the archipelago. Cozy and cool atmosphere with a nicebreeze.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kota Beach, 5R25+Q55, Santa Fe, Cebu, Philippines
End of the tour and time to relax at the beach.
Duration: 5 minutes
Meals included:
• Lunch: Please let us know what you like to have for Lunch during your tour (Meat, Seafood, Veggies).
Accommodation included: We will accommodate you in SMAK's Hotel.
Day 2: Island Hopping Virgin Island - Hilantagaan
Stop At: Virgin Island, 6014 Philippines
A superb nice Island with white sand beaches and cliff diving spots.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Hilantagaan Island, Santa Fe, Philippines
We'll most likely first go to Virgin Island and after that we hit to Hilantagaan. On Hilantagaan you can chose between having a guided tour on the island or just relax at the superb nice beach.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Balidbid Lagoon, 5QHQ+HP2, Santa Fe, Cebu, Philippines
xplore the enchanting Balidbid Lagoon on Bantayan Island, where lush mangroves embrace serene emerald waters. Step into a world of tranquility as you paddle through narrow channels, surrounded by the whispers of nature. This untouched oasis invites you to unwind, reconnect with the beauty of biodiversity, and soak in the peaceful vibes of Balidbid Lagoon.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Lunch: Please let us know what you like to have for Lunch during your tour (Meat, Seafood, Veggies).
• Breakfast: Filipino or International.
Accommodation included: We will accommodate you in SMAK's Hotel.
Day 3: Leisure Day - going back to Cebu
Pass By: SYKE Travel & Tours, Saagundo St, Poblacion, Santa Fe, 6047 Cebu, Philippines
You can enjoy your day in Bantayan Island on your own. Please let us know what time you would like to go back to Cebu, so we canpick you up in our office.
Stop At: Hagnaya Port, 3WVW+76J, San Remigio, Cebu, Philippines
From Santa Fe the ferry will bring you to Hagnaya where your driver will wait to pick you up to bring you to Cebu City.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: SM Seaside City Cebu, South Coastal Rd, Cebu City 6000 Philippines
End of your Getaway to Bantayan Island. We can drop you off anywhere in Cebu City or northern part of Cebu Island.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Lapu-Lapu Airport Rd, Lapu-Lapu City, 6016 Cebu, Philippines
End of your Getaway to Bantayan Island. We can drop you off anywhere in Metro Cebu or northern part of Cebu Island.
Duration: 15 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Filipino or International.
No accommodation included on this day.
See Availability.
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up Time: not later than 11:00 AM in Cebu (please provide us your ETA or preferred pick up time from your Hotel). We can pick you up in any Hotel or POI in Cebu City or northern Part of Cebu Island.
Airports
08:00 AM
3 days(approx.)
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : MARIEANTONETTE_Q
One of the best beach experiences we had. The tour was definitely worth it and all the providers were all respectful accommodating and made the tour best
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Posted On : 2024-03-29
Posted By : 156millac
Jan 2024 was the second time my group used SYKE Travels for our land tour of Cebu and Batayan Island. SYKE Travel arranged car transport during our week of Medical Mission in Cebu, followed by 2-days amazing sightseeing tour around Cebu City during the hectic Sinulog Festival. Jilo, the assigned driver/ guide, was fun, friendly, happy and informative. SYKE also arranged our Bantayan Island package and we had an awesome stay at the popular SMAKs Hotel where staff spoiled us with the best local food, tricycle tours and swimming at local beaches away from crowds! The hotel's Special Ginger Lemon Tea, Swiss Adobo and schitzels are all-time favorites! Bantayan is a must- do trip and we Highly Recommend SYKE for their very reasonable rates, reliability and professional services!
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Posted On : 2024-01-30
Posted By : Rhianna_T
Couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Such a beautiful place with the most helpful tour guide and easy travel thank you!
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Posted On : 2023-09-27
Posted By : Rolando_B
Pro:
Driver on time.
Staffs at the hotel very pleasant, polite and courteous especially Mary even I lost my cool when we got to the hotel because of communication and wi-fi issue.
Room was clean and comfortable.
Hotel also provides bikes free to use to ride around the island.
The food were okay. They packed our lunch for our tour on the 2nd day, island hopping.
Our tour guide Gevars, was friendly and polite. Although on our first day, we supposed to visit few land tours but because it was a rainy day and windy we were only able to see few places which was okay. On top of that, on our way to mangrove (camp sawi) his trike bike got a flat tire so we lost about 45 minutes but that didn't matter because the camp was awesome and it was worth the wait.
We love the island hopping. Virgin Island was beautiful and relaxing. The lagoon was also beautiful, peaceful and relaxing.
Cons:
Wi-fi was spotty.
Plenty of mosquitoes, it would be nice if they can provide mosquito repellent to their guests
No water pressure in the shower.
Sliding door to the balcony needs some lubrication so it will slide smoothly.
A sign that says "PLEASE CLOSE THE DOOR SLOWLY" needs to be posted inside and outside the door as a courtesy to some other guest. Many were slamming doors as they closed it.
The staffs needs to learn how to keep there voice down before 8:00 a.m.. because noise travels. They were so loud talking and singing so early in the morning.
Food too salty.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this place to our friends and family.
Side notes: The dropped off area for the island hopping is dirty. I hope that people around the area doing business will help and beautify the surroundings.
At least rake the shoreline and remove the garbage. It's pretty nasty to look at, especially Bantayan Island is now in the map as one of the beautiful island to visit. Many tourists already knew that this island exists and beautiful. That is all!
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Posted On : 2023-07-15
Posted By : Jocelyn_C
The trip was fantastic, everything worked out seamlessly. The tour was incredible and authentic. Starting from the private car pick up, to the ferry ride ,accommodations and tours .The team took care of all our needs. Our tour guide Joseph is flexible and accomodating. He took us on an adventure of a lifetime.
Without a doubt it one of the best experience.
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Posted On : 2023-05-13
Posted By : Neicel_O
We enjoyed every single destination from Land Tour to Island Hopping. The places are wonderful, people are welcoming and lovely. We also enjoyed foods with different variety.
Overall our vacation on Bantayan Island is one of a kind !
Thank you..
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Posted On : 2023-01-22
Posted By : Adam_A
Canadian family of 5 + Lola. Kids are 3, 5, and 10 years olds.
We had the “Apartment” suite, which we found to be spacious, clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly, and very helpful. Food was great. We tried a few other places in town, but our favourite meals were at this place.
We did the 2 day and 3 night package, which included land and sea transfer from Cebu. Everything was organized, with a few minor language barrier moments, which is to be expected. I would opt for the third night if I had a chance to do it again.
Bantayan is booming. We visited El Nido 15 years ago, prior to it blowing up, and this place gives off the same vibes.
Island hopping and the island tour were both great, with our highlights being Virgin Island, Paradise Beach and Nature Park cave. Joseph was our guide for each day, and was fantastic. He has an excellent grasp of English, and was even able to communicate in Tagalog, which is not all that common in the Cebu region. He has a great intuition when to be involved/intrusive and when not to be. This is great, as we’ve been on several such tours all over the world, and his style made our tours comfortable and enjoyable.
In summary, just book it, you won’t regret the 4 hour trip either way from Cebu to Bantayan. FYI, they are nearly completed the airport, which will have direct flights from Manila and Cebu, from what I understand.
Adam
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Posted On : 2023-01-20
Posted By : Carolina_F
Beautiful island and hotel, people really friendly. I loved this place and can’t wait to go back.
This package is all you need to travel around and relaxe at the same time, they give you freedom to those your time and relaxe as much as you want. Perfect for who want a peaceful place with the best view ever.
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Posted On : 2022-09-17
Posted By : Anita B
We were so impressed with the all- in package which saved us from the hassles of getting entrance tickets and arranging transport to the amazing places we visited. Thanks to the excellent service offered by Sykes Travel and Tours headed by Kristine! I so loved the delicious and generous food served! We will definitely recommend the package to my friends and family. Good job Kristine and company! Keep it up.
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Posted On : 2019-08-25
