Sumilon Island tourist destinations is a 24-hectare isle enveloped by azure waters teeming with marine life. It could well be Cebu’s best kept secret, located off the coasts of the southeastern tip of the mainland, and part of the municipality of Oslob. A dive down its cool clear waters is like entering a world like no other. Colorful schools of fish, exceptional coral reefs and diverse aquamarine species all create a perfect underwater picture in every angle.

The island is the country’s first marine protected area and has been proclaimed a fish sanctuary in 1974. Immaculate white sand beaches are to be found in different places of the island. Famous in Sumilon is its shifting sandbar which changes shape, depending on the season. A retreat in this beautiful island is truly a dreamy escape from the entire bustle of city life. From the town of Oslob, about a two-hour drive from Cebu City, a 7-minute boat ride takes visitors to this marvelous place.

This resort features amenities such as organized island tours, biking, windsurfing, trekking, scuba diving snorkeling and deep sea dives. They also have fish feeding and boat rides. On some days, you might just want to gaze at the horizon and while the time away in a cottage perched atop a cliff. Or you may want to indulge in a massage or sample their great food selection beside an eternity pool.

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Sumilon Island tourist destinations