Gina : i would just like to ask if why there are no cruise ship passing by here in Cebu, Philippines? what are the reasons?

Answer

Ryan: AFAIK, there are no cruise ships passing by Cebu. There is a cruise ship that traverses the Coron, Puerto Galera and Boracay route. You can charter a private yacht however if you need be. Soon Manila will be a stopover of international cruises as well. Why Cebu is not included in the itinerary is actually a good question – there are a lot of good tourist spots nearby but I guess, it would be up for the LGU of Cebu along with the other provinces in the area to work on this and partner with a cruise company. Who knows, in the near future we would be seeing a luxury liner docking in Cebu.
Cheers.
Ryan

Cheryl: Hi guys, I’ll be going to Philippines in a couple of weeks time for vacation. I don’t have a fixed traval route, but I do intend to go as many places as possible. I’ve read that ferries are used as one of the main transportation in Philippines, and that’s my prefered mode of transport. However, I’ve also read of the numerous accidents involving with ferries recently, so my question is how safe are the ferries? Should i just stick to the main companies “Superferry” & “Supercat” ?

Cheryl, London

Answer

Ryan: Let me greet you first with an advanced welcome to these islands! That is true that ferries are still one of the most accessible forms of transport in the Philippines (the country being an archipelago of 7,107 islands!). Superferry, Supercat has the best reputations so far, but that is not really saying much either. Superferry had a major accident last September with about 900 saved and 9 dead. By experience, on the other hand, these two has the best and most comfortable accommodations. Never ride a Sulpicio Lines boat as they are very notorious for being floating coffins with so many lives already lost. We really wonder why they are still in business.
If you can help it, travel by plane, they are faster, convenient and if you book in advance, the fare difference between a ferry and a plane isn’t that big a deal.
Cheers.
Ryan

There are many reasons to choose ferry over taking a flight :
• Taking the ferry is a more eco-friendly way to travel as choosing an alternative to flying is one way to greatly minimise your carbon footprint.
• Lower prices compared to air tickets, as ferries are lesser affected by rising fuel costs
• A ‘mini-cruise’ experience and great sea views (if you have the time to spend)
• Generous luggage limits

Major Ferry Companies

SuperFerry
The WG&A is the largest Shipping Company in the Philippines which is the resultant of three amalgamated companies. The Company boasts of 10 super ferry and 2 ferry services, all from Manila to places like Coron, Ozamis, Tagbilaran and some other destinations. The departing terminal for the super ferry is pier 4 at North Harbor in Manila. For the ferries the point is pier 15 in the South Harbor.
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SuperCat
This forms apart of the WG&A Group and handles three ferries to Larena, Cebu, Tagbilaran, Dapitan, Calipan, Batangas. It covers ten ports and provides fifty trips in a day.
Read more about – SuperCat Ferry [+]

Cebu Ferry
It is a service that runs it’s vessels to and from Cebu.
Read more about – Cebu Ferry [+]

Negros Navigation
This ferry service provides inter island transportation and Panay and Negros in Visayas. The company founded in 1932 has 7 vessels and covers destinations like Ozamiz, Zamboanga, Roxas, Cebu, Puerto Princesa, and Dumaguit.
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MBRS Lines
The ferry service provides transfer to Romblon and Panay from Manila. He fleet consists of five ships.
Sulpicio Lines Inc- The company came into existence in 1973 and consists of 17 vessels providing ferry services to Butuan, Cotabato, Baybay, Maasin, Naval, Kawayan, Maripipi, Estancia, Davao, Cebu and many more.
Read more about – MBRS Lines Ferry [+]

EL Greco
The El Greco Jet Ferries Inc handles a fast ferry named Kristen which connects Manila with the economic zone of Bataan.
Read more about – EL Greco Ferry [+]

They have 8 Vessels: SuperFerry 1, SuperFerry 2, SuperFerry 5, SuperFerry 9, SuperFerry 12, SuperFerry 19, Our Lady of Medjugorje, and Our Lady of Good Voyage.

To check for SuperFerry Schedules / Timetable – Click HERE [+]

SuperFerry Accommodations

Stateroom
The State Rooms are air-conditioned rooms with one matrimonial or two single beds. It has a receiving area, cable television and private toilet and bath. Towels, pillows and complete linens are provided.

Cabin
Cabins are ideal for families or groups who want to enjoy their trip together. Cabins are air-conditioned quarters equipped with bunk beds with cable television and private toilet and bath. Pillows and complete linens are provided.

Tourist
Tourist accommodation is an air-conditioned section equipped with bunk beds with partitions for a sense of privacy. Common toilet and bath are available. Pillows are provided and complete set of bed linens are available for rent.

Mega Value
Mega Value is one of our economy accommodations perfect for back-packers and those traveling with a tight budget. It is an air-conditioned section equipped with bunk beds. Common toilet and bath are available. Pillows and complete bed linens are available for rent.

Super Value
Super Value accommodation is a non air-conditioned section that is equipped with bunk beds with common toilet and bath. Pillows and complete bed linens are available for rent.

SuperFerry Fleet Destinations

SuperFerry 1
Manila – Coron – Puerto Princesa – Coron – Manila

SuperFerry 2
Manila – Tagbilaran – Dumaguete – Ozamis – Tagbilaran – Manila
Manila – Cebu – Tagbilaran – Dipolog – Tagbilaran – Cebu – Manila.
Manila – Bacolod – Iligan – Dumaguete – Bacolod – Manila
Manila – Iloilo – Bacolod – Iligan – Iloilo – Manila
Manila – Cebu – Surigao – Nasipit – Surigao – Manila

SuperFerry 5
Manila – Tagbilaran – Dumaguete – Ozamis – Tagbilaran – Manila
Manila – Cebu – Tagbilaran – Dipolog – Tagbilaran – Cebu – Manila.
Manila – Bacolod – Iligan – Dumaguete – Bacolod – Manila
Manila – Iloilo 0 Bacolod – Iligab – Iloilo – Manila
Manila – Cebu – Surigao – Nasipit – Surigao – Manila

SuperFerry 9
Manila – Tagbilaran – Dumaguete – Ozamis – Tagbilaran – Manila
Manila – Cebu – Tagbilaran – Dipolog – Tagbilaran – Cebu – Manila.
Manila – Bacolod – Iligan – Dumaguete – Bacolod – Manila
Manila – Iloilo 0 Bacolod – Iligab – Iloilo – Manila
Manila – Cebu – Surigao – Nasipit – Surigao – Manila

SuperFerry 12
Manila – Cebu – Cagayan – Cebu – Manila

SuperFerry 19
Manila – Cebu – Dumaguete – Cebu – Manila
Manila – Dumaguete – Iligan – Ozamis – Iligan – Cebu – Manila

Our Lady of Medjugorje
Manila – Dumaguit – Roxas – Dumaguit – Manila

Our Lady of Good Voyage

SuperFerry Contact

For Reservations: Call +63 2 5287000 any day of the week from 6:00 Am to 10:00 PM

Official Website: Superferry Philippines

Superferry Email: info@SuperFerry.com.ph

All the vessels depart from Manila at either Pier 4 at North Harbour, Pier 4 is the WG&A SuperFerry terminal. The other two ferries depart from Pier 15 which is in South Harbour Manila.

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