Top 6 Off-Road Safaris in the Philippines

1.Anilao Snorkel Safari: Explore the Amazing Underwater World

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $160Our pick

Leave Manila at 6:30 am in an air-conditioned vehicle, then take an outrigger boat around Anilao’s reefs. Expect several snorkel stops, warm water, coral gardens, turtles, octopus, and helpful guides such as JC, Gerald, or Paulo, depending on the day.

“Amazing sites with beautiful fish and coral, very helpful and friendly guides. Enjoyed the whole day, lots of time spent snorkeling freely, was able to explore and see a variety of sea creatures including turtles and octopus”

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2.Cebu Safari and Adventure Park Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 16 reviews · 10 hours · from $90

Travel by private vehicle from your Cebu City hotel to the hills of Carmen for a 10-hour safari day. See more than 1,000 animals, explore African Savanna and Michelle’s Garden, watch the bird show, and meet white lions from France and Germany. Driver Daniel has earned special praise for punctual, attentive service.

“The drive to the zoo is smooth and comfortable. takes about 1-1.5 hours from central Cebu. the zoo doesn't allow you to bring your own water or food so no need to prepare these things just buy once there. bring cash as most food spots are just little stalls and kiosks dotted around the park. the park is gorgeous. some really great exhibits that are very engaging.”

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3.Calauit Safari Black Island Lunch & Transfer included

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 12 reviews · 10 hours · from $94

Spend about 10 hours visiting Calauit Wildlife Safari and Black Island from Coron. Feed giraffes, see zebras and other animals, eat lunch beside white sand, swim, and explore large caves. English-speaking guides, hotel pickup, permits, boat transport, and a group of up to 12 are included.

“The van was terrible. A lot of time was wasted.”

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4.Cebu Safari & Adventure Park: Wildlife Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 6 reviews · 1 day · from $103

Spend about six hours at Cebu Safari and Adventure Park after a private pickup from Cebu City, Mactan, or Lapu-Lapu. Expect giraffes, lions, zebras, monkeys, animal shows, gardens, and optional feeding sessions. The park is hilly, so wear good shoes and bring cash for food and extras.

“nice place to visit but some problems. needs infrastructure work. shuttles are tough. also no white tigers. staff are excellent and helpful. lots of walking up and down hills. so I would say go but be ready for a workout.”

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5.Cebu Safari Adventure Park Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 6 reviews · from $97

Spend about six hours at Cebu Safari Adventure Park with private hotel or airport transfers, an English-speaking guide, a safari truck ride, animal shows, and feeding sessions. Plan around the African Savannah and bird show schedules, and bring sunscreen, water, and comfortable shoes.

“Driver was extremely nice. We paid a lot of money for the activity in advance, and when we got there we saw that the tickets were much much cheaper. A lot of the animals seemed very sad in captivity (hyena, orangutang etc) this is more like a zoo and not a safari..”

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6.Cebu Safari and Adventure Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $75Best value

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Cebu to Cebu Safari and Adventure Park. Your driver acts as tour coordinator, and admission to the African Savannah Tour is included. Plan around the bird show and Bengal tiger schedules, then allow several hours to explore this large park.

“Fantastic day out, a lot of animals, with stunning views beautiful area. Animals really looked after and friendly staff. 100% recommend”

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