Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines — Island
Southeast Asia

Cebu and Bohol Road Trip

Philippines

Point-to-point
Cebu City to south Cebu Bohol countryside and Panglao

In short: Cebu and Bohol Road Trip is a about 330 km plus ferry island road trip in Philippines, typically driven over 5 days, best in Dec–May. Highlights: Cebu City to south Cebu, Oslob or south-coast alternative, Kawasan and Moalboal.

Distance
about 330 km plus ferry
Duration
5 days
Best Season
Dec–May
IconicModerateIslandPermit requiredGuide recommended

Five days separate southern Cebu wildlife or coast, Kawasan/Moalboal, the ferry transfer and a full Bohol countryside circuit with Corella tarsiers.

~0 refuels
~1 charge
Practical notes
The Philippines is Level 2. Confirm whether the rental car must be returned in Cebu or may travel on a specified RoRo; otherwise return it and board a passenger ferry from Cebu City to Tagbilaran, allowing the operator’s ticket and port lead time. Ferries can cancel for weather. Kawasan canyoneering requires a currently accredited operator, guide, helmet and life jacket. Oslob whale-shark feeding alters animal behavior and remains controversial, so it is optional rather than a best activity; if chosen, obey every current interaction rule. Drive only in daylight.

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Cebu City to south Cebu

Daylight transfer to Oslob area · House of Lechon

Day 2Oslob or south-coast alternative

Optional Oslob interaction or non-provisioned coast day · Confirmed Oslob lodging meal

Day 3Kawasan and Moalboal

Accredited Kawasan canyoneering and Moalboal sardines · Ven'z Kitchen

Day 4Moalboal to Cebu Port and Tagbilaran

Rental return or booked RoRo and Bohol ferry · Gerarda's Place

Day 5Corella, Loboc, Chocolate Hills and Panglao

Full Bohol countryside circuit · Bohol Bee Farm Restaurant

Stops along the route

Cebu City to south Cebu — Departure — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Departure
Cebu City to south Cebu
Use a measured transfer day.
Hotels

Things to Do

Bohol countryside and Panglao — Nature — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Nature
Bohol countryside and Panglao
Allow the official full-day circuit.
Optional Oslob interaction — Controversial wildlife activity — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Controversial wildlife activity
Optional Oslob interaction
Prefer a non-provisioned coast day; if retained, disclose feeding impacts and follow current rules.
Moalboal sardine run — Snorkeling — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Snorkeling
Moalboal sardine run
Use a reputable local guide and safe sea conditions.
Kawasan canyoneering — Accredited guided adventure — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Accredited guided adventure
Kawasan canyoneering
Book a current accredited operator with helmet and life jacket.
Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, Corella — Wildlife conservation — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Wildlife conservation
Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, Corella
Add the official signature stop and obey quiet, no-flash rules.
Loboc, Chocolate Hills and Baclayon — Bohol countryside circuit — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Bohol countryside circuit
Loboc, Chocolate Hills and Baclayon
Treat the official countryside route as a full day; Baclayon is optional if time.

Where to Eat

House of Lechon — Filipino — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Filipino
House of Lechon
A named Cebu City meal before the southbound stage or ferry.
Ven'z Kitchen — Filipino — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Filipino
Ven'z Kitchen
A current Moalboal restaurant.
Gerarda's Place — Filipino — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Filipino
Gerarda's Place
A named Tagbilaran meal after the ferry.
Venia's Kitchen at Loboc River Resort — Filipino — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Filipino
Venia's Kitchen at Loboc River Resort
A named Loboc-area lodging restaurant.
Bohol Bee Farm Restaurant — Filipino — Cebu and Bohol Road Trip — Philippines
Filipino
Bohol Bee Farm Restaurant
Use once, on the Panglao finish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip drive?

The Cebu and Bohol Road Trip covers about 330 km plus ferry from start to finish.

How long does the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip take to drive?

Most travellers spend 5 days on the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip, depending on stops and pace.

When is the best time to drive the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip?

The recommended season for the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip is Dec–May.

Where does the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip start and end?

The Cebu and Bohol Road Trip runs from Cebu City to south Cebu to Bohol countryside and Panglao.

What are the main stops on the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip?

The Cebu and Bohol Road Trip passes through Cebu City to south Cebu, Oslob or south-coast alternative, Kawasan and Moalboal.

How difficult is the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip to drive?

The Cebu and Bohol Road Trip is rated moderate and is best handled with any vehicle.

Can I drive the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip in a regular car?

Yes — the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip is paved end-to-end and a regular car is fine in normal conditions.

Do I need a permit or border paperwork for the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip?

Yes — the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip requires permits, fees, or border paperwork. Plan ahead: The Philippines is Level 2. Confirm whether the rental car must be returned in Cebu or may travel on a specified RoRo; otherwise return it and board a passenger ferry from Cebu City to Tagbilaran, allowing the operator’s ticket and port lead time. Ferries can cancel for weather. Kawasan canyoneering requires a currently accredited operator, guide, helmet and life jacket. Oslob whale-shark feeding alters animal behavior and remains controversial, so it is optional rather than a best activity; if chosen, obey every current interaction rule. Drive only in daylight.

How many fuel stops are needed on the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip?

Plan around 0 refuels (or about 1 EV charges) along the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip, based on its about 330 km plus ferry length.

Is the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip safe to drive?

The Philippines is Level 2. Confirm whether the rental car must be returned in Cebu or may travel on a specified RoRo; otherwise return it and board a passenger ferry from Cebu City to Tagbilaran, allowing the operator’s ticket and port lead time. Ferries can cancel for weather. Kawasan canyoneering requires a currently accredited operator, guide, helmet and life jacket. Oslob whale-shark feeding alters animal behavior and remains controversial, so it is optional rather than a best activity; if chosen, obey every current interaction rule. Drive only in daylight.

What scenic tier is the Cebu and Bohol Road Trip?

The Cebu and Bohol Road Trip is a iconic drive — Iconic road trips that anchor a region's reputation — postcard scenery, headline highways, and the routes most travellers want to drive.