Are you sick and tired of the concrete jungle? Do you want to relax and see foliage of all types? Or bask in the sun with a good view of the sea? But, is your wallet hindering you from all these graces? If you're in Cebu, I got you fam!
A few minutes away from the resort island of Mactan, there is an underrated island that boasts both marine resources and diverse migratory birds. Luckily, you don't need to spend hours of travel. It would only take you 15 to 20 minutes to reach this destination.
How to Get to Olango Island?
From Cebu City
- Ride a jeepney or taxi that would take you to SM City Cebu.
- Head straight to SM City Cebu's V-hire/ Van Terminal and look for the van that will take you to Mactan New Town. The fare is Php 35
- Alternatively, take a van to Gaisano Mactan. The fare is Php 25. Then, ride a jeepney to Mactan New Town.
- From Mactan New Town, walk towards the tricycle area. Inform the driver to take you to Angasil Port. The fare is Php 10
- A passenger outrigger boat is available all day to take you to Olango Island for only Php 15.
Olango MyBike
You may opt for another bicycle rental shop. If not, you can go straight to Olango MyBike. Their bike shop is located in Sitio Tapon, Sta. Rosa, Olango Island. Simply inform the tricycle driver to bring you to Olango MyBike. The fare is Php 10 - 15
Personally, I prefer to rent at Olango MyBike because their bikes look polished and new. Plus, all their units come in the same vibrant colors.
The rental fee is just Php 10 per hour. You'll have to deposit a valid ID and a Php 10 payment for the first hour.
You may contact Olango Mybike through the following numbers:
(Smart) 0998.853.6294
(Sun) 0943.707.6555
(Globe) 0917.583.0449
Olango Itinerary
Now that you have your bikes ready, it's time to start the tour.
Tungasan Board Walk
Approximately, 2.7 kilometers away from Olango MyBike HQ. Tungasan Board Walk is perfect for picture taking. The long path makes every photo beautiful. Free entrance fee.
Sagastrand Beach Resort
From Tungasan Board Walk, pedal your way to Sagastrand Beach Resort. A private resort. that offers day use for Php 250. See Reviews here
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Casa Blanca by the Sea
This is just a few meters away from Sagastrand. This another private resort. Entrance fee is Php 300. You decide whether you'll visit Sagastrand or Casa Blanca. See Reviews here.
San Vicente Marine Sanctuary
This is Olango's marine sanctuary. You'll have to pay 70 if you want to swim and another 100 for snorkeling mask rental. They provide free life jackets as well.
They also offer a variety of food choices.
Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Center
This may be the highlight of the trip. Best time to visit here is 2 hours before the scheduled high tide. Migratory birds usually visit the place from the months of September to April.
Optional
Payag sa Asinan Eco-tourism Park
Read: IS PAYAG SA ASINAN ECO-TOURISM IN OLANGO ISLAND A YAY OR NAY?
This is approx. 3.7 kilometers away from Tungasan Board Walk and 3.9 kilometers away from Olango MyBike. This is a campsite covered with mostly bermuda grass. Php 15 entrance fee
After Payag sa Asinan, you'll have to travel back to Sta Rosa. This is quite far. So, ready your legs for an intense cardio.
That's it! Cardio/ Adventure day. This is the real definition of working out while having fun. Enjoy!
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