Travel Information
Travelling to Moalboal from Cebu City/Airport/Ferry Port
There are two ways to reach Moalboal from Cebu City, ferry ports or Mactan Airport.
Private taxi transfer
The quickest and most convenient method is for us to arrange a private taxi transfer, bringing you directly to our door.
Journey time: between 3-4 hours (depending on time of day and traffic).
Cost: Message us with pickup information so we can give you the latest prices.
Bus
If you are on a budget you can catch the Ceres bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal. Take the BATO via BARILLI bus and ask for Moalboal. Below is information on how to reach Moalboal Eco Lodge from the bus stop.
Note: You will need to take a taxi from the Mactan Airport or ferry port to Cebu South Bus Terminal.
Journey time from bus terminal: 4-5 hours depending on time of day/traffic. It can take as long as an hour getting out of the City. Once you arrive on Moalboal you will need to catch a tricyle to us (information provided below).
Cost: P206 per person (subject to change)
Website for bus schedule: Ceres Line
We recommend you purchase a local Philippine Sim card upon arrival at the airport or in the City. They are cheap and makes travelling more convenient. There are two companies to choose from, Globe or Smart. When topping up, look out for signs advertising "load" which is for calls or internet data. We have free WiFi at Moalboal Eco Lodge.
If you need more information, please message us.
Private taxi transfer
The quickest and most convenient method is for us to arrange a private taxi transfer, bringing you directly to our door.
Journey time: between 3-4 hours (depending on time of day and traffic).
Cost: Message us with pickup information so we can give you the latest prices.
Bus
If you are on a budget you can catch the Ceres bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal. Take the BATO via BARILLI bus and ask for Moalboal. Below is information on how to reach Moalboal Eco Lodge from the bus stop.
Note: You will need to take a taxi from the Mactan Airport or ferry port to Cebu South Bus Terminal.
Journey time from bus terminal: 4-5 hours depending on time of day/traffic. It can take as long as an hour getting out of the City. Once you arrive on Moalboal you will need to catch a tricyle to us (information provided below).
Cost: P206 per person (subject to change)
Website for bus schedule: Ceres Line
We recommend you purchase a local Philippine Sim card upon arrival at the airport or in the City. They are cheap and makes travelling more convenient. There are two companies to choose from, Globe or Smart. When topping up, look out for signs advertising "load" which is for calls or internet data. We have free WiFi at Moalboal Eco Lodge.
If you need more information, please message us.
Travelling to Moalboal Eco Lodge from Moalboal Town Centre
Moalboal Eco Lodge is approximately 7-10 minutes by tricycle/motorbike/car from the bus stop on Moalboal National Highway. We can be found on Google Maps by searching for Moalboal Eco Lodge. We can give you our reliable trike driver's number, contact us and ask for Dante's number.
Trike cost: P200-P250 (subject to change)
Directions: From Moalboal National Highway, follow Panagsama Road then take the right turning towards Moalboal National High School/Archery Asia. After passing the High School which will be on your left, a few minutes later there will be a natural fork in the road where you will see our sign indicating a left turn, take the left road and continue to follow the signs.
Moalboal Eco Lodge is approximately 7-10 minutes by tricycle/motorbike/car from the bus stop on Moalboal National Highway. We can be found on Google Maps by searching for Moalboal Eco Lodge. We can give you our reliable trike driver's number, contact us and ask for Dante's number.
Trike cost: P200-P250 (subject to change)
Directions: From Moalboal National Highway, follow Panagsama Road then take the right turning towards Moalboal National High School/Archery Asia. After passing the High School which will be on your left, a few minutes later there will be a natural fork in the road where you will see our sign indicating a left turn, take the left road and continue to follow the signs.
Driving and getting around
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The Philippines drive on the right side of the road.
Most people hire scooters which we can arrange for you. ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET AS PER PHILIPPINE LAW, if you are caught without a helmet you will be fined. If you don't want to ride a scooter, we can arrange a tour with our licenced guide to take you wherever you want to go. Canyoneering + Ziplining at Kawasan Falls, Osmena Peak, Cambais Falls, Lambug Beach - we can tailor make it to suit you. Taxi – We can arrange taxi transfers at any time of night or day to anywhere in Cebu. This includes to/from the airport, or to any Cebu ferry port (for example if you want to go to Bohol or Siquijor. Contact us to arrange your scooter hire, taxi transfer, canyoneering or any other activity during your stay. |
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Tricycle - This is a motorbike with a sidecar. Most people hire the entire tricycle for themselves and their luggage.
Cost: Moalboal Town to Moalboal Eco Lodge - P200-P250 Moalboal Eco Lodge to Panagsama Beach: P200 - P250 Habal-Habal – Riding on the back of a motorbike is called a habal-habal. There are many people offering to take you from A to B, but no helmet is provided, and you will be expected to haggle. Cost: Moalboal to Panagsama is approximately P80, but they will start at P250. Do not pay this, as it sets a precedent for the future and leads to greed. It’s perfectly acceptable to pay a bit more than the going rate, but not when the price is more than double. |
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Bus – Yellow Ceres Line bus travels all over Cebu, and is the cheapest form of transport. Air-con is more like a coach with larger seats, no air-con is smaller with open windows and it feels more like a bumpy old bus (ticket prices are cheaper). |
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Jeepney - Jeepneys are brightly coloured army style vehicles that have set routes, eg Moalboal – Badian. It's the cheapest way of getting around, fares start from P40, always make sure you have coins/small notes available to pay the exact amount. Ask other passengers for the fare, or find out in advance.
To ride a jeepney, stand on the side of the road and flag one down as it approaches. Feel free to ask the driver if they stop where you are going, then he (and the other passengers) will know when you would like to get off, and will usually help. If you know your stop, tap a coin on the roof bar, or yell “Para po” (please stop), and the driver will pull over. Pass your money to the driver (sometimes via other passengers like a game of pass the parcel) and squeeze yourself out. |
Location
Moalboal is located on the south west coast of Cebu, in the Visayan region of the Philippines, an important cultural and economic area of the Philippines.
The Republic of the Philippines is in the northern hemisphere, 1,150km (715 miles) north of the equator. A tropical region, Cebu enjoys around 12 hours of daylight.
There is no daylight saving time.
Language – English is widely spoken to an excellent standard. In this region of the Philippines, the official language is Bisaya.
Religion - Catholic.
The Philippines
The Republic of the Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,400 islands stretching around 2,500km north to south. Bounded by the Philippine Sea to the east, the Celebes Sea to the south, and the South China Sea to the west and north. This area is in the heart of the Coral Triangle, one of the most bio-diverse places in the world.
The Philippine archipelago is divided into three regions; Luzon in the north, Visayas in the centre, and Mindanao in the south.
Moalboal is located on the south west coast of Cebu, in the Visayan region of the Philippines, an important cultural and economic area of the Philippines.
The Republic of the Philippines is in the northern hemisphere, 1,150km (715 miles) north of the equator. A tropical region, Cebu enjoys around 12 hours of daylight.
There is no daylight saving time.
Language – English is widely spoken to an excellent standard. In this region of the Philippines, the official language is Bisaya.
Religion - Catholic.
The Philippines
The Republic of the Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,400 islands stretching around 2,500km north to south. Bounded by the Philippine Sea to the east, the Celebes Sea to the south, and the South China Sea to the west and north. This area is in the heart of the Coral Triangle, one of the most bio-diverse places in the world.
The Philippine archipelago is divided into three regions; Luzon in the north, Visayas in the centre, and Mindanao in the south.
Map courtesy of © Roel Balingit, 2012.
Cebu
The capital of Cebu is Cebu City, the oldest City and first capital in the Philippines. The first Spanish settlers made their home here in Cebu.
Moalboal
Moalboal is on the south west coast of Cebu, and is most famous for the sardine run, waterfalls and its stunning natural beauty.
Climate
The Philippines has a tropical climate with “wet” and “dry” seasons which vary from north to south. Weather can be unpredictable, and the most reliable source for checking
the forecast is to download the Windy app (used by all dive centres).
Cebu is one of the driest islands, and although “wet season” is June to October, the weather doesn’t adhere to this label, and it can rain any time. The hottest months are March, April and May when it seldom rains. You can expect around five days of sunshine most weeks any time of year.
Typhoons do occur in the Philippines. The main “typhoon path” is between 400 – 800km north of Moalboal and Cebu. What you may experience in Moalboal is the tail-end of a typhoon or tropical storm resulting in heavy rain and strong winds.
The capital of Cebu is Cebu City, the oldest City and first capital in the Philippines. The first Spanish settlers made their home here in Cebu.
Moalboal
Moalboal is on the south west coast of Cebu, and is most famous for the sardine run, waterfalls and its stunning natural beauty.
Climate
The Philippines has a tropical climate with “wet” and “dry” seasons which vary from north to south. Weather can be unpredictable, and the most reliable source for checking
the forecast is to download the Windy app (used by all dive centres).
Cebu is one of the driest islands, and although “wet season” is June to October, the weather doesn’t adhere to this label, and it can rain any time. The hottest months are March, April and May when it seldom rains. You can expect around five days of sunshine most weeks any time of year.
Typhoons do occur in the Philippines. The main “typhoon path” is between 400 – 800km north of Moalboal and Cebu. What you may experience in Moalboal is the tail-end of a typhoon or tropical storm resulting in heavy rain and strong winds.
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Healthcare
In Moalboal there are private doctors, a public health centre with doctors, well equipped pharmacies and local ambulances.
The nearest hospital is in Badian 20 minutes away, but the main hospital is in Cebu City 3-4 hours’ drive. No special vaccinations are required when travelling to the Philippines Malaria and Dengue Fever – There are mosquitos around especially when it rains, so it’s best to wear long trouser legs, and protect yourself with repellent. We sell 100% natural, no-DEET mosquito repellent if you need any (yes it does work!). |
Flights and Visas
To enter the Philippines, you need to produce an onward flight ticket so purchase one in advance. You may be forced to buy a ticket when you check in, and may not be able to board the plane until you can show a flight out of the Philippines.
A 29 day FREE tourist visa is given for most countries upon arrival at your chosen airport, however you can easily extend your stay at any immigration office in the Philippines. When leaving the Philippines, you need to pay a departure tax, the amount varies but starts from P850. |
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