🐬 Bohol Dolphin Watching & Pamilacan Island Tour (Shared / Private – Auto-Confirm)

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Shared Tour from ₱3,000 all-in — see dolphins at sunrise and snorkel Pamilacan’s coral reefs (less crowded than Balicasag). Private option also available. Instant confirmation via TripHappy.ph.

Book instantly online — this tour is auto-confirmed once payment is made. See wild dolphins at sunrise and explore the white-sand shores of Pamilacan Island — one of Bohol’s most beautiful and less-crowded destinations.

Shared Tour: Starts at only ₱3,000 per person (all-in) — inclusive of lunch, round-trip transfers, boat ride, snorkeling, and a licensed local guide.

Local Tip: We highly recommend Pamilacan Island over Balicasag — less crowded, peaceful, and home to healthy coral gardens with frequent turtle sightings.


🌅 Overview

Depart early from Baclayon Pier or a nearby beachfront and head out to the open Bohol Sea, a known feeding ground for spinner and bottlenose dolphins. After dolphin watching, continue to Pamilacan Island for snorkeling, swimming, and a relaxing beachfront lunch served by a local family. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups.


⏰ Approximate Schedule

  • 6:00 AM – Pick-up from hotel (Tagbilaran / Panglao)
  • Depart from Baclayon Pier
  • Dolphin watching (weather dependent)
  • Proceed to Pamilacan Island
  • Village visit or short beach walk
  • Lunch at seaside eatery
  • Snorkeling & swimming in coral gardens
  • Return boat trip → hotel drop-off

Tour duration: approximately 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Return time may vary depending on weather. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.


💰 2025 Reference Rates

Rates are for reference only and may change without prior notice.

🚐 Shared Tour – Auto-Confirm

  • ₱3,000 per person (all-in) – includes lunch, boat, land transfers, and local guide
  • Instant confirmation after online payment

🛥️ Private Tour

Group Size Rate per Person
2–3 pax ₱4,150
4–6 pax ₱3,080
7–9 pax ₱2,880
10+ pax ₱2,680

Child Policy: 0–2 yrs – FOC (no meal) • 3–6 yrs – 50% • 7 yrs + – adult rate

Surcharge: ₱750 per group on Dec 25, Jan 1, May 1 & Good Friday (payable to driver before tour).


✅ Inclusions

  • Licensed local guide and dolphin spotter
  • Air-conditioned land transfers (Tagbilaran / Panglao)
  • Round-trip boat transfers
  • Spotter’s fee for dolphin area
  • Beachside lunch on Pamilacan Island
  • Snorkeling and swimming in coral gardens

Exclusions: Tips or gratuities (optional, suggested ₱100–₱200 / person)


🏖️ What to Bring

  • Swimwear, reef-safe sunblock, hat, sunglasses
  • Towel, change of clothes, dry bag
  • Mask & snorkel, waterproof footwear

Keep valuables in a waterproof pouch; leaving items on the boat is at your own risk.


🌴 Why Choose Pamilacan Island

  • Less crowded and more relaxed than Balicasag
  • Excellent snorkeling and frequent turtle sightings
  • Friendly local community supporting sustainable tourism
  • Perfect mix of marine life, beach time, and local charm

💳 Booking & Instant Confirmation

All Bohol tours are auto-confirm — book online and receive instant confirmation by email or Messenger immediately after checkout. Choose your preferred Shared or Private option; both include hotel pick-up and return.


👉 Book the Bohol Dolphin Watching & Pamilacan Island Tour

Bookings are handled by our partner TripHappy.ph with secure payment and Messenger/Viber support.


Important: Activities may be adjusted due to sea conditions or Coast Guard advisories. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.


❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

⏰ What time does the tour start and end?
  • Hotel pick-up is around 6:00 AM. The tour typically ends around 3:00 PM, depending on sea and weather conditions.
🐬 Are dolphin sightings guaranteed?
  • No. Sightings depend on weather and sea conditions but the area is a known feeding ground for spinner and bottlenose dolphins.
🍴 Is lunch included?
  • Yes, a beachfront lunch on Pamilacan Island is included for both Shared and Private options.
💸 What is included in the ₱3,000 Shared Tour rate?
  • Lunch, round-trip land and boat transfers, a licensed local guide, and time for snorkeling and swimming.
📩 How do I get instant confirmation?
  • Book online and complete payment; confirmation is sent immediately via email or Messenger through TripHappy.ph.