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Loboc River & Floating River Cruises (Loboc, Bohol)
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings or late afternoons are best to avoid midday heat and the largest tour groups. Late afternoon brings softer light for photos and cooler temperatures.
Budget tips
Lunch cruise fares typically cost PHP 450–700 per person; private boats for small groups run about PHP 2,500–4,000 and are cheaper per head when shared. No regular free days or national pass required, bring cash and book ahead on weekends to secure published rates.
Recommended for
Families, Couples, Food lovers, Photography enthusiasts
Plan your visit
1.5-2 hours
About
Gyors tények: Local bands play live on wooden boats while passengers eat a buffet of grilled fish and tropical fruits, creating a lively floating picnic vibe. Tours usually run 60 to 90 minutes, and typical boats hold about 20 to 30 people so the experience feels communal rather than crowded.
Kiemelkedő helyek: Golden late-afternoon light turns the river a luminous jade, while a trio to quintet of musicians in embroidered shirts layers guitar, percussion, and harmonies into a cinematic soundtrack. A quirky tradition has guides offering sticky rice wrapped in banana leaf, called suman, with crews coordinating the passing of roughly 3 to 5 pieces per boat so everyone gets a taste as the vessel drifts past a tiny riverside chapel.
Insider tips
- Wear a hat, lightweight sun-protective clothing, and bring insect repellent for riverbank walks.
- Sit at the front of a large banca or raft for unobstructed photos of the river and riverside villages.
- Avoid the busiest lunch slot 11:30–13:30; aim for the 10:30 cruise or late-afternoon departures to beat the crowds.
- Skip souvenir stalls near the dock unless prices are posted, and split a shared table to lower the per-person cost of the floating lunch.
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