Planning to swim with the whale sharks in Oslob? You can now travel directly from Dapitan City to Oslob, Cebu by ferry, making your trip easier and more convenient.
This route is operated by Lite Ferries, offering a smooth sea journey between Dapitan Port and Oslob Port.
Dapitan to Oslob Ferry Schedule
- Tuesday to Saturday at 1:00 pm
- Every Monday at 2:00 am and 1:00 pm
- Book your ticket here
Oslob to Dapitan Ferry Schedule
- Sunday at 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm
- Monday to Friday at 10:00 pm
- Daily at 6:00 PM | Book your ticket here
Passenger Fare & Travel Time
The fare starts at Php832 and the travel time is around 8 hours.
Tours and Activities in Oslob
Use our Klook discount code: ESCAPEMANILAKLOOK to get 3% off on tours and activities and 5% off on hotel bookings.
Have You Taken the Dapitan–Oslob Ferry? Share Your Experience!
If you’ve tried the ferry service between Dapitan and Oslob, we’d love to hear about your experience! Share your thoughts or travel tips in the comments below to help fellow travelers plan better.
⚠️ Important Reminder: Ferry schedules may change without prior notice. If you notice any updates or changes, please let us know so we can keep this information as accurate and helpful as possible.
If you’re traveling on a tight schedule, we strongly recommend contacting the ferry or bus company directly to confirm departure times. Please also be aware that in the event of a typhoon signal, all ferry trips are automatically canceled for safety reasons.
Safe travels and enjoy exploring the Philippines!

Glen Nomad is a travel blogger and the founder of Escape Manila, one of the top travel blogs in the Philippines. He has visited all 82 provinces in the Philippines and has explored 53 countries across Asia, North & South America, East Africa, Europe, and Australia. Follow him on IG at @escapemanila

