Mactan Island

A beautiful island located about 1 hour south of Manila by plane is one of the reasons this area is called, Pearl of the South. Hosting not only world class 5-Star resorts, easily accessible by its International Mactan Airport, the island is home for the cities of Lapulapu City (also called Lapu-Lapu depending upon where you read), Pusok, and Basak. Cebu City is only a short drive away as well as Mandaue being accessible across either of the two bridges which connect to the island.

Neighboring Islands (around Mactan Island)

• Nalusuan Island This Cebu beach resort lets you fully enjoy aqua sports activities like wave runners, jet skiing, scuba diving, and water skiing. Snorkel in the protected coral garden and marvel at the beauty of the Philippines’ marine life. The Nalusuan experience so truly rustic and back-to-nature that, from 8a.m. to 6p.m. daily, this island paradise resort is powered by two things: the sun and the smiles of our cheerful staff that wait to do your bidding! For more detailed information, visit this source.


• Hilutungan Island The western side of Hilutungan Island has recently been designated as a Marine Sanctuary by the Municipality of Cordova. This protected area provides an undisturbed habitat for various marine species to feed and reproduce. The shallow waters within the sanctuary are excellent for snorkeling adventures. A wide variety of corals (hard and soft), reef fish and invertebrates are easily visible to a snorkeler in 2 to 3 meters of water. Watch for the occasional Blue Spotted ray. For more detailed information, visit this source.


• Pandanon Island The beach at Pandanon Island is perfect for all kinds of beach activities. Combine your day at the beach with a great barbecue lunch. Explore the surrounding azure waters. Of course, if you are looking for relaxation, you may choose to just spend the day laying around on the white coral sand. For more detailed information, visit this source.


• Kaohagan Island Kaohagan Island is home to a wonderful triangular shaped beach that is bordered by crystal clear water on two sides. The sand extends in to the water for a good distance making this the perfect place for swimming and wading. Take a stroll through the village located on the third side of the beach and experience a taste of Philippine Island life. The villagers are more than happy to show you some local arts and crafts. The local government of Kaohagan island has passed a law preventing vendors from accessing the beach. This assures that you will have a peaceful and relaxing visit without being disturbed by people trying to peddle their wares. For more detailed information, visit this source.

Moalboal

Moalboal is a comfortable small province town, approximately 3 km away is Panagsama Beach, the main diving-spot on Cebu Island This website will concentrate on Panagsama Beach. Cebu Island is one of the main tourist destination in the Philippines because of his safety, the friendly people and the choice of destinations on the island, which can easily fit together for a unforgettable vacation Easily to reach, approximately 2,5 hours driving from the International Airport Mactan Cebu, no weather-dependent ship - or boat transfer.

• Pescador Island Pescador Island is a small volcanic island in the Tañon Strait, 3km of the western coast of Cebu Island. The waters of Moalboal Marine Park are extremely deep (600 m in Tañon Straight), clear (up to 35-40 m visibility), refreshing in temperature (27-29 C) and harbor some of the highest levels of biodiversity in the world.[citation needed] Although the exact number of fish species is unknown, it may be slightly higher than in Indonesia, where 2,500 species, or nearly 70% of all fish species known to the Indo-western Pacific, are found. In the Phillippine and Moalboal waters one can find more than 2,500 species of fish.


• Badian Island Badian Island is situated south of Moalboal, and three hours from Mactan and the international airport. The hotel offers luxurious accommodations and the diving opportunities of Badian Island and Pescador Island.