Zamboanga Tours

Discover one of the hidden gems of Zamboanga City when you join this day tour to Merloquet Falls and Taluksangay Mosque. If you love the outdoors and want to learn about the history and heritage of Muslims in the Philippines, then this day tour is perfect for you.  The tour will begin when your transfer picks you up from your accommodation within Zamboanga City in the morning. From there, you will head to barangay Sibulao, a city more than 50 kilometers away from the town proper. Upon arriving at barangay Sibulao, expect to trek a few meters before you reach the beautiful falls of Merloquet. The falls is named Merloquet, which means from far away, as getting to the curtain-like falls takes time, but the picturesque view of the falls is a perfect reward upon arriving. The 10-meter height of the falls is a refreshing view for tired trekkers. You can enjoy a refreshing dip in its cold pool. You can also sit at one of the rocks by the waterfalls to enjoy the strong water pressure. For a fun experience, you can try a challenging climb to see the top view of the waterfalls, wherein you can see a mini-waterfalls identical to the higher Merloquet Falls. After the waterfalls adventure, you will have a side trip to Taluksangay Mosque, an ideal opportunity if you are curious about the Muslim culture in the country. The mosque also holds historical value as it is considered as the oldest mosque in Western Mindanao being built in 1885. You’ll be given free time to walk around and take a photo of the place before your transfer takes you back to your accommodation. Complimentary packed lunch and some light meal snacks are included in this trip, to refill your energy from the road trip and the activities from the waterfalls. Discover the beautiful Merloquet Falls and Taluksangay Mosque when you join this day tour in Zamboanga. Check availability by choosing a date.

Discover the cool waters of Pink Sand Beach in Sta. Cruz Island on this half-day tour from Zamboanga City. If you’re looking for a quick trip to the beach that isn’t too far from the city, then this escapade is not to be missed.  You will be picked up at your hotel around Zamboanga City or you can meet your guide at Paseo del Mar. From there, you will board a small boat that will take you directly to Sta. Cruz Island. Nestled in Basilan Strait, off the coast of the city, the island is home to a small community of Badjaos and has been open to tourism for quite some time now.  Once you dock on the island, you will be welcomed by the picturesque view of its pink sand that was formed from the crushed red organ pipe corals. Marvel at the uniqueness of the beach and make sure to take plenty of photos as souvenirs. You will then be given enough time to swim and snorkel to your heart's content and discover the interesting marine life in the island. You can also have a short trek to the Badjao’s Old Cemetery and learn more about the tribe’s history and burial practice. After exploring the island, you will then be boarding a small boat and have a cruising experience to the island’s inland lagoon where you can see and touch stingless jellyfish and learn about the century-old mangroves. You will also be given enough time and opportunity to ride and take a photo inside a Vinta boat – the traditional colorful boat in Mindanao. After your Vinta experience, you may enjoy a picnic seafood lunch with a good view of the beach to replenish your energy. Should the weather permit, you may be able to have a quick stop at a small sandbar in Sta. Cruz for a photo opportunity before you head back to Zamboanga town proper.  Experience the sea, sand, and stories of the surrounding sites in Pink Sand Beach when you join this half-day trip from Zamboanga City. Check availability by choosing a date.

Spend your day enjoying the pristine turquoise waters of Malamawi Beach in Isabela City with this full-day tour from Zamboanga City. If you are looking forward to visiting the sites outside of the city, then this quick escape to the beach is just what you need.  Get ready to be picked up from your accommodation within Zamboanga City and taken straight to the port. From there, you will be transferred to a fast craft that will take you to Malamawi Island. Situated a kilometer away from Basilan in the province of Isabela, this island is typically out of the bucket list of most tourists who’ve been to Mindanao due to the armed conflicts that have happened in the province. However, Malamawi eventually became a place of serenity and has been inviting people to discover the province’s happy side with the help of the said island.  Once you arrive at the port in Malamawi, you will be taken to the beach proper, where the lengthy white sand will welcome you. Take a good photo of the island and pose for Instagrammable shots at the beach before taking a dip in the island’s clear waters. You can also snorkel to your heart's content as the island is thriving in various marine creatures.  After the water activities, you can also go on a short trek to the viewing decks to have a good view of the island. A picnic lunch is included in this day trip to refill your energy from the water activities. Swim a little more or lounge by the beach and enjoy the quiet afternoon before your return back to Zamboanga City. Soak in the sun and learn more about the peaceful side of Basilan when you join this day trip to Malamawi Beach from Zamboanga City. Check availability by choosing a date.

Immerse yourself in the marine beauty of Zamboanga City, as you discover some of the uninhabited islands and islets around the town with this island-hopping tour in Once Islas. If you're a mermaid or merman by heart and loves beach bumming, this day tour is the perfect option for you. Once Islas is an eco-cultural tourist spot established in Zamboanga. The island group consists of 11 different islands and islets, waiting to be explored. All of them have tourist-friendly features, complete with cottages and trekking trails. The tour will begin after your guide picks you up within Zamboanga City or in  Panubigan town proper. You will then be brought to the port in Panubigan and board a motorboat to start your island-hopping escapade. Your first stop will be at Bisaya-Bisaya Island. The pristine white-sand beach and blue-green waters here truly depicts paradise. You can go trekking on one side of this island where the rock formations are located. If you happen to be visiting during the low tide, your guide can bring you to the adjacent islet, where you can see a small natural pool, perfect for photos.  Your next stop will be at Sirommon Island. This island is popular for its sandbar filled with numerous starfish. If you brought your equipment for kayaking and snorkeling, feel free to do so, as this is considered the best place in Once Islands for diving and snorkeling. Your lunch will be served here in a boodle fight style and packed of fresh seafood.  After the sumptuous meal, you will be brought to Buh-Buh Island, where a mosque stands by its white sand shore. Make sure to take plenty of photos here. The last leg of your tour will be at Baung-Baung Island. There is an overlooking view deck on this island, where you can see the nearby Bisaya-Bisaya Island. After relaxing on its white sand beach, off you go to the port again.  Pack your swimwear and sunblock as you explore one of Zamboanga's rising tourist attractions with this off-the-beaten-path island-hopping tour around Once Islands. Check availability by choosing a date.

Get your swimsuits and comfortable walking shoes ready for this trip to one of Zamboanga City’s hidden gems. If you enjoy being in the outdoors, surrounded by the relaxing ambiance of nature, then this day trip to Merloquet Falls is the perfect getaway for you. The tour will begin as soon as your guide picks you up within the city. You will make your way to Barangay Sibulao, where the Merloquet Falls is located. It sits over 70 kilometers away from Zamboanga town proper, so you have plenty of time to enjoy the local scenery while on your way. Upon arriving at barangay Sibulao, your guide will lead you up the trail to the Merloquet Falls.  The falls is one of the developing eco-tourism sites in Zamboanga. It boasts a curtain-like and two-tiered structure that leaves visitors in awe. Add this to the lush greeneries surrounding the falls and you have an Instagrammable backdrop for your photos.  While at the falls, feel free to enjoy the serenity of the area and explore the nearby surroundings. You will be given plenty of time to explore and take a dip in the cool waters of the falls. Make sure to sit on one of the rocky tiers to experience the strong water pressure, as well.  In case you get hungry from all of the swimming, a packed lunch will be served for you to replenish your energy. Afterward, swim a little more and take in the falls’ refreshing waters before you change into dry clothes. Don’t forget to take tons of photos at the falls as your souvenir, too. You will then head back to the city later in the afternoon. Experience Zamboanga City’s unspoiled beauty with this trip to the picturesque Merloquet Falls. Check availability by choosing a date. 

Get introduced to some of Zamboanga City’s most iconic historical sites and landmarks with this half-day walking tour. If you are looking for something to add to your day tour and avoids the hassle of long road trips, then this package deal is the perfect must-book.  After being picked up from your hotel within the city, you will proceed directly to your first stopover, the Zamboanga City Hall. The city hall has been listed as a National Historical Site due to its Filipino-colonial architectural design. You’ll be given enough time to take photos of the building and explore its grounds.  Head next for a quick stop at the Plaza Pershing, a small plaza dedicated to Gen. Pershing from the Philippine-American War. A few walks from Plaza Pershing and the City Hall is the city’s own Rizal Park. Similar to the Luneta Park in Manila, this plaza is dedicated to the country’s hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. You will find Rizal’s monument within the property, as well.  Following the two small parks is a visit to Pettit Barracks, located some 650 meters away from Rizal Park. The place was used as the US 43rd Infantry Regiment like Camp John Hay. Discover the life of the Americans who settled in Zamboanga during the Philippine-American War as you listen to the stories of your guide.  From there, you will be walking to Fort Pilar Shrine and Museum that dates back to the Spanish colonial era. It has been transformed into the city’s museum and houses different artifacts and artistic creations like a replica of the famed Badjao Houseboat, several paintings, and weaving products. Capping off your walking trip is a stop to Paseo Del Mar, one of Zamboanga’s main plazas. It has been a favorite spot among the locals for recreation, so expect to see a couple of snack stalls lining the perimeter. Enjoy the park’s relaxing ambiance before you return to your hotel. Learn about Zamboanga’s historical foundation and see some of its interesting historical sites. Check availability by choosing a date.

Sail through the cobalt blue waters of Zamboanga to the island destination that boasts of clear waters and a pink sand beach. Known as the province’s very own version of Bahamas’ Pink Beach, Sta. Cruz Island has been a favorite hotspot, especially for travelers looking for a unique island experience.  You will either be picked up from your accommodation or meet up with your tour guide in Paseo del Mar. From there, you will board a motorboat that will take you to Sta. Cruz Island. Feel free to take photos while on the way. Once you arrive at the island, the Pink Beach will welcome you with its inviting pink sands, which were formed due to the crushed red organ pipe corals that were washed ashore. Spend some time swimming in the cool waters and find a perfect spot to snorkel and discover the thriving underwater paradise of the area. After you’ve had your fill of the seascape, you will then go on a short trek to visit the Old Badjao Cemetery. The cemetery is home to the traditional burials of the Badjao tribe.  Following the short trek, enjoy cruising while learning about the century-old Mangroves that has been protecting the inland lagoon of the island. If lucky, you may be able to touch some of the stingless jellyfish living in the area. You will also be given an opportunity to experience riding a Vinta boat. Should the weather and tide permits, your last stop will be at a small sandbar in Sta. Cruz. You will be given enough time to take photos and have a quick dip before you return back to Paseo del Mar.  Hop aboard this one-of-a-kind beach day trip that lets you enjoy Zamboanga’s Sta. Cruz Island to the fullest. Check availability by choosing a date.

Immerse yourself to the Zamboanga culture and get one of the best experience when you join this day trip. This tour is perfect for travelers who loves to learn more about the province’s historical background and try out how their local food tastes while visiting some of the historical sites. After being picked-up from your accommodation within the City, you will grab a quick breakfast and try out the province’s Satti, an exotic food in the muslim-centered province as it possesses three strips of meat paired with rice.  From breakfast, you will head to your first three destinations which are the Pasonanca Freedom Park, Tree House and Boy Scout Camp, to get a refreshing morning. Enjoy the nature-centric ambiance due to its surrounding trees and plants. Have a great time hanging around and taking photos to one of the teepees that was built in honor of the fallen boy scouts during a plane crash in the 1960s.  Head next to Yakan Weaving Village and discover how the locals got into the weaving industry. You can also buy some of their products to sustain their community and have your own souvenir from the visit! Then, you will take a break and have a lunch at a local restaurant to try out their Tausug cuisine.  Enjoy the relaxing ambiance at the R.T Lim Boulevard after your hearty lunch, enjoy the picturesque view of the ocean before you proceed to your next destination. Afterward, spend some time buying souvenirs at Canelar Barter Trade for you to take home.  Capping off your trip is the visit to the city’s Heritage Site, to learn more about the province’s history. Pass by the City Hall, famous for its Filipino-colonial architecture followed by a rolling tour at the Plaza Pershing, Rizal Park, Pettit Barracks, Fort Pillar Shrine and Museum and finally, Paseo Del Mar. Afterward, enjoy a sumptuous dinner before your guide drops you off at your hotel. Discover Zamboanga’s popular tourist attractions and get a taste of their popular dishes when you join this hassle-free day trip. Check availability by choosing a date above. 

Spend the day learning about the historic places that shaped Zamboanga City. This tour is perfect for travelers who enjoy sightseeing while learning about the history of the popular tourist spots in the city. You will be picked up by your transfer in your hotel lobby or agreed pick-up location and will make you way to the first destination, Pasonanca Freedom Park. The park is one of popular places to visit due to its surrounding trees providing a relaxing ambiance to its visitors.  Nearby the park resides the Tree House and Boy Scout Camp of Zamboanga City. You’ll see different tree houses and teepees that are usually used by the boy scouts of Zamboanga; the campsite has a fascinating history as they were built in honor of the fallen scouts who died during a 1963 plane crash.  You will be given enough time to enjoy both the park and the campsite to take photos and enjoy sightseeing before you head to Yakan Weaving Village, where you will learn and watch how the locals produce beautiful fabrics by traditional weaving and buy for yourself too!  Next, you will be given enough time to have your lunch before you gather and head to R.T Lim Boulevard, a place perfect for a short break with its fantastic view. After lunch, you will proceed to the Heritage Zone wherein you will visit the places that helped Zamboanga City earned “Asia’s Latin City” nickname. This includes the Capitol, Plaza Pershing, Pettit Barracks, Paseo del Mar, and the famous Fort Pilar Shrine Museum. Most were used during the Spanish, American, and Japanese occupation in the country.  Capping off your tour is a stop at the Canelar Barter Trade, where you can buy different souvenirs that you can take home from the trip before your guide drops you off at your hotel. Discover why Zamboanga City is one of the best places to visit for history buffs. Check availability by choosing a date above.

Experience the Philippines’ own version of Bahamas’ Pink Sand Beach and ride the colorful vinta when you visit the Great Sta. Cruz Island in Zamboanga City. This tour is perfect for beach and island lovers who are seeking new places to visit in the Philippines. The tour begins in the morning, as your guide picks you up and your fellow joiners from your respective accommodation. From the town proper, you will head to the pier where you will ride a boat that will take you the Pink Beach. Life vests are given and should be worn by every guests while onboard. Upon arriving, you will be welcomed by the white sands with a touch of blush pink and red-orange sands of the island. From there, you can enjoy taking photos and lounge around the beach before you proceed to your next activity in the island which is the Yellow Boat Lagoon Cruise. The lagoon cruise will take you to the century-old mangrove trees that has protected the island. Local guides will also tell you about the different stories and trivia about the mangroves. While cruising, get a chance to see many stingless jellyfishes, you can hold these sea creatures as long as you don’t completely take them out of the water. After the lagoon cruise, you can ride a vinta boat, this unique boat riding experience is perfect to anyone who is interested in the province’s history and culture. The viinta boat has gained much recognition for its uniqueness. Pose for creative photos during your vinta ride experience. If weather and tide permits, you can also visit the small sand bar of Sta. Cruz Island and have a quick photo opportunity. Afterward, you will head next to the Old Badjao Cemetery wherein you can see the Badjao’s burial tradition before you return to the Pink Beach for swimming and relaxing. Capping off this tour is a picnic seafood lunch by the beachside of the Pink Beach that will surely replenish your energy from the activities. Afterward, you will be taken back to the town proper and be dropped off at your hotel. Discover Zamboanga’s Pink Beach and its attractions when you book this day tour. Check availability by choosing a date above.

Discover Zamboanga City’s historical landmarks and tourist spots when you join this day tour. If you love visiting places with stories to tell and appreciate history, this tour is for you. You will be first picked up from your accommodation and then head to your first stop, Pasonanca Park. The first destination, known as the Little Baguio of the South, gives you a refreshing ambiance with the touch of nature with the trees and different plants scattered all over the place. A few walks from the park will lead you to the Boy Scout Camp where you can see teepes built in honor of the boy scouts that tragically died on a plane crash in 1963.  From there, you will proceed to visit the city’s Heritage Zone starting with Zamboanga City Hall, where you can see the Filipino-Colonial touch on the building’s architecture. You will then have a short stop at the Plaza Pershing and Pettit Barracks for a photo opportunity and hear from your guide the history of these buildings dating back to the American Occupation. Your next destination is R.T Lim Boulevard, a perfect place to relax and enjoy the view of the clear waters of the sea. You can walk around the place and find a good place to sit and relax. Afterward, you will make a stop at the souvenir center in the city, you will also get to learn the weaving practice of locals from Yakan Village and avail some of their hand-weaved items for sale. Lastly, you will visit Canelar Barter Trade to score some of the locally-made and imported souvenirs that will serve as your keepsake from the tour. Afterward, you will be dropped of at your hotel. Learn why Zamboanga City is an important historical site and learn more about the province’s history when you book this day tour. Check availability by choosing a date above.

See exciting views and visit historical sites when you join this half-day tour in Zamboanga City. This tour is perfect for travelers who are interested to learn more about the province’s history and learn more about their city life. This tour has an option of starting early morning or in the afternoon. It starts when your transfer picks you up from your hotel. Air-conditioned transfers are included in this trip so you wouldn’t feel much of the sun’s heat while on your way to your first destination, Pasonanca Park. Pasonanca Park has been considered as the Little Baguio of the south due to its rich blooming variety of flora and fauna, upon arriving, you will get to see trees that give the park fresh air to its visitors. You can enjoy walking around the park and pose for photos, or find a good place where you can sit for a short time. A few walks inside the park, you’ll get to see the different treehouses and teepee tents from the Boy Scout Camp that was built to commemorate the tragic passing of the Philippine delegates from a plane crash in 1963.  Afterward, you will proceed to the Heritage Zone in which you will take a short stop at the Zamboanga City Hall and get to appreciate the building’s Filipino colonial architectural design. You will have a quick stop at the Plaza Pershing and Pettit Barracks that was used when the Americans occupied the country. You will next visit Fort Pilar Museum where you can find the different artifacts of the Mindanao culture and get to see a perfect example of a Badjao houseboat, and get to learn about their daily living. Capping off your tour is a stop at Paseo del Mar wherein you get to have enough time to walk around the park and appreciate its view before your transfer takes you back at your hotel. Discover some of Zamboanga City’s beautiful and cultural sites even for just a few hours when you book this half-day tour. Check availability by choosing a date above. 

Immerse yourself in Zamboanga City's daily life as you join this whole day tour that not only lets you visit their top tourist spots but also taste their delicious food. This tour is perfect for solo or group of travelers who wanted to spend the day roaming around Zamboanga City hassle-free! The tour begins in the morning, as your transfer picks you up from your hotel. You will then be taken to a local restaurant to fill your tummy for breakfast. Then, you will go to your first stop of the tour, the Pasonanca Freedom Park, the Little Baguio of the South. At the park, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the ambiance of mixed greenery and colorful flowers around, take a striking pose at one of the trees or walk a few meters more to arrive at the Boy Scout Camp within the park. Get to see the teepee houses that were built in honor of the 24 Filipino Scouts that died in a plane crash during the 1960s. You will head next to the city’s Heritage Zone and visit the buildings that shaped the province today, pass by the Zamboanga City Hall and see the building’s architectural design that was built in the early 1920s, enjoy a quick stop at Plaza Pershing, Rizal Park and Pettit Barracks, for photo opportunity. You will then make your way to Fort Pilar National Museum where you can view displays of the artifacts that were used by the different people of Mindanao. From there you will have a short stop at Paseo Del Mar for a short break to have a walk around the park before your guide takes you to lunch. After your lunch, enjoy the relaxing views of the R.T Lim Boulevard before you head to Yakan Weaving Center and learn about the traditional weaving practice of Mindanao. You can also buy some of their finished products as souvenirs. Your last stop is a visit to Canelar Barter Trade where you can score different souvenirs to remember your trip, afterward, you will have a delicious dinner before your guide drops you back from your hotel. Discover Zamboanga City in a day when you join this tour. Check availability by choosing a date above.

Discover the Heritage Zone of Zamboanga City when you join this half-day walking tour. If you are looking for a short activity and interested to visit some of Zamboanga’s historical sites, this tour is perfect for you. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and then you will head your first stop, the Zamboanga City Hall. The city hall is the seat of Zamboanga City’s local government, and you can appreciate the building’s structure as it has been considered as a historical site due to its Filipino-Colonial architectural design. You will next head to Plaza Pershing, a small but historical park named after the Americans John Pershing. Strike a pose and stroll around the ark before proceeding to your next destination. You will next visit the Pettit Barracks, a military base of the Spaniards until it was turned over to the Americans. You will learn from your guide about the stories of this place. Enjoy a short walk around the area and feel free to take photos to your heart’s content. Afterward, you will visit Fort Pilar Shrine and Museum where you can see the different artifacts and interesting pieces that were used by the people from the past and present in Mindanao. You can also see a perfect example of a Badjao houseboat, it is still being used by the Badjao until today. Capping off your tour is a visit to Paseo Del Mar, one of the main parks in the province. Enjoy a short detour of the park, sit by the shade, and enjoy taking photos. Afterward, your guide will drop you off at your hotel. Learn about Zamboanga City’s history when you book this day tour. Check availability by choosing a date above.

Join this half-day trip to the Philippines’ own Pink Beach in Sta. Cruz Island in Zamboanga City with a vinta ride experience. This tour to the island is perfect for tourists who are looking for a relaxing nature adventure and a unique cultural experience in Zamboanga City. The tour will begin when your transfer picks you up from your accommodation in the early morning. From there, you will head to Paseo Del Mar wherein you will have a short orientation before you board a boat headed to Sta. Cruz Island.  Upon arriving at the Pink Beach, you will be greeted by the beach’s white and pink sands that are made of crushed red and white corals. You can walk around the beach, swim in the crystal clear waters, or take photos of the stunning island. Next, you will board a yellow boat with a local guide as your boatman as he takes you to a cruise at the island’s inland lagoon surrounded by century-old mangrove trees. You will learn more information on how these trees are helping the island from any disasters and the amazing creatures that live there. You will also get the chance to encounter stingless jellyfishes while cruising and even touch them. For a fun and unique experience in Zamboanga City, you will get to ride their traditional vinta boats and pose for creative photos in the waters. You may also pass by the small sand bar in the island if it's low tide and weather conditions permit. Afterward, get ready to have a short trek to the Old Badjao Cemetery that showcases the Badjao’s burial tradition that can give you more insights about their history. Swim a little more at the Pink Beach before you return to the city and be dropped off at your hotel. Get to see the country’s Pink Beach and ride the vinta boat with this educational and fun Zamboanga City tour. Check availability by choosing a date above.