Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch

Highlights

• Follow expert canyon guides through Kawasan’s jungle ravine, with a mix of hiking, scrambling, and refreshing river swims.
• Test your courage on optional cliff jumps of varying heights into deep, crystal‑clear pools carved into the limestone.
• Slide down smooth rock slides and float through narrow turquoise channels shaded by tropical trees.
• Take in views of the upper levels of Kawasan Falls before arriving at the iconic lower cascade.
• Enjoy a well‑deserved lunch at a local eatery near Moalboal, with time to relax and share photos from the day.
• Travel with an organized team that provides helmets, life vests, and briefings so you can focus on the adventure.

Tour Overview

This Kawasan canyoneering tour is designed for adventurous travelers who want an active, water‑based experience without having to plan the logistics themselves. Starting from the Moalboal area, you’ll be transported to the jump‑off point where you gear up, meet your canyon guides, and receive a full safety talk.

The route then winds downstream through a series of emerald pools, mini waterfalls, and narrow gorges. With clear guidance at every step, you can choose which jumps and slides you feel comfortable doing, making this a flexible option for mixed‑ability groups. After exiting near the main Kawasan Falls, you’ll dry off and enjoy lunch before heading back.

Typical Itinerary

1. Pickup from Moalboal area – Meet your driver at your accommodation or a central meeting point in or near Moalboal and travel inland to the canyoneering registration area.
2. Briefing & gear fitting – Sign in, change into your swimwear, and get fitted with helmet, life jacket, and optional aqua shoes while your guide explains the route and safety rules.
3. Motorbike or jeep transfer to jump‑off – Take a short ride to the start of the canyon trail, then walk through a forested path to reach the first pool.
4. Canyoneering through Kawasan – Spend several hours making your way downstream: floating through blue channels, sliding over rocks, and attempting progressive cliff jumps with guide assistance.
5. Arrival at Kawasan Falls – Emerge at the famous lower falls where you can take photos, relax by the water, or enjoy a final swim near the cascade.
6. Lunch & wind‑down – Head to a nearby local restaurant for a simple, filling lunch and time to rest after the activity.
7. Return transfer to Moalboal – Travel back to Moalboal in the afternoon, arriving with enough time to freshen up or continue exploring on your own.

The order of stops, exact jump spots, and time spent in the canyon may vary depending on water levels, weather, and group pace.

What’s Included

• Pickup and drop‑off in the Moalboal area (or nearby agreed meeting point).
• Transport to the Kawasan canyoneering registration area and trailhead.
• Services of trained local canyon guides for the full activity.
• Safety equipment including helmet and life jacket (and standard canyoneering gear as provided by the operator).
• Entrance and canyoneering access fees to the Kawasan area, where required.
• Use of dry bags for small valuables (subject to availability).
• Guided route through the canyon with optional cliff jumps and rock slides.
• Post‑activity lunch at a local restaurant near Kawasan or Moalboal.
• Basic local insurance cover as arranged by the operator.

Not Included

• Wetsuit or specialized water shoes rental (often available on site for an extra fee).
• Additional drinks, snacks, or personal purchases during or after the tour.
• Professional photo or video coverage and action camera rentals.
• Tips for guides, drivers, and support staff (gratuities appreciated but optional).
• Transfers from Cebu City or other distant areas unless arranged as a separate add‑on.

Accessibility & Practical Info

• This experience involves walking on uneven terrain, climbing, and jumping; it is not suitable for pregnant guests or those with serious heart, back, knee, or mobility conditions.
• You should be comfortable in the water and able to manage basic swimming motions while wearing a life jacket.
• Bring swimwear, a towel, a change of dry clothes, and secure footwear that can get wet (closed‑toe water shoes or sturdy sandals with straps are recommended).
• Small glasses straps and contact lenses are helpful if you need vision correction; loose jewelry is best left at your accommodation.
• Use reef‑safe sunscreen and apply it at least 20 minutes before entering the water to reduce impact on the river environment.
• Water levels and jump heights can change depending on recent rainfall; your guides may alter or shorten the route for safety reasons.
• A moderate level of fitness is recommended, and children must meet minimum age and height requirements set by the local operator.