Stops on this circuit
5 stops
- 1. Cebu Safari and Adventure Park
The Philippines' largest zoological park, featuring open-air savanna tram rides and avian shows.
- 2. African Savanna Tour
Open-air safari truck ride through giraffe, zebra, and antelope plains.
- 3. White Bengal Tiger habitat & White Lion Safari
- 4. Safari Stadium (Bird Show)
Runs Wednesdays to Sundays, around 1:45 PM.
- 5. Michel's Garden
The Cebu Safari & Adventure Tour is a full-day overland excursion heading north to the municipality of Carmen to explore the largest zoological park in the Philippines. Spanning over 170 hectares, this premier wildlife sanctuary offers an immersive mix of open-air animal encounters, botanical gardens, and high-altitude thrills.
Typically lasting between 8 to 10 hours, this circuit is highly recommended for families, multi-generational groups, and wildlife enthusiasts.
Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the tour’s key destinations and logistics:
Key Destinations and Activities
- African Savanna Tour: The centerpiece of the park. Guests hop aboard a custom open-air safari truck to ride directly through expansive plains where giraffes, zebras, and antelopes roam freely.
- Wildlife Enclosures: Get up close to rare predators with targeted viewing zones like the White Bengal Tiger habitat and the White Lion Safari.
- Safari Stadium (Bird Show): An interactive, multi-species live educational bird presentation. (Note: This signature show typically runs from Wednesdays to Sundays around 1:45 PM).
- Michel’s Garden: A striking, massive botanical stroll featuring thousands of rare, lively tropical orchids and ornamental flora.
- Optional Adventure Park: For adrenaline junkies, the facility also houses extreme outdoor courses. Guests can purchase separate on-site upgrades to tackle ATV trails, long zipline crossings, and skybike rides.
Tour Logistics and Practical Tips
- Schedule and Transportation: The tour typically kicks off with an early 6:00 AM hotel pick-up to accommodate the roughly two-hour drive north to Carmen. Standard packages utilize private, air-conditioned transportation with free pick-up and drop-off anywhere within the Tri-City area (Cebu City, Mandaue, Lapu-Lapu).
- Inclusions and Exclusions: Base park admission fees and complimentary bottled water are covered by the tour. However, lunch is at the guest’s own expense, and extreme adventure rides require separate upgrade fees. Children aged 2 and below generally enter the park free of charge.
- Mobility and Preparation: Because the massive 170-hectare campus involves a significant amount of walking across rolling terrain, renting an on-site golf cart is highly recommended for senior citizens or families with toddlers. Guests should wear light, comfortable clothing and expect to spend 3 to 5 hours fully exploring the facility before heading back to the city.