Bohol, Philippines Travel Guide
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Water Ferry Transportation
Water Transportation to Bohol
Overview: To get to and from Bohol, take the ferries from Tagbilaran Port, which is located at the southwestern side of Bohol. The ferries will take you to the harbors of Cebu City, Luzon and Mindanao. Always give yourself at least 45 minutes before departure. There is one terminal at the Tagbilaran Port and two piers or areas for the ferries. Ask the security guards at the port which pier you need to head to.
OCEAN JET
This ship is more expensive than Weesam Express but it is more comfortable. Bring small change or “small money” if you plan on buying any drinks or food on the ship. Water is P20 and snacks are P60.
Location: Pier 1, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City, Cebu
Site: www.oceanjet.net
Email: marketing@oceanjet.net
Ph: 63 032 255-7560
Cost: 800 round trip and 520 one way
Ocean Jet ferry to Bohol
WEESAM EXPRESS
Less expensive and accessible (at least on the deck). There are a couple of levels on this ship. The top level is easy to move around on but it is your cheapo seats and gets very crowded.
Location: Pier 4, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City, Cebu
Site: http://www.zimnet.com/weesam/php/rates.php
Ph: 63 032 412-9562
Cost: 800 round trip and 500 one way
SUPER FERRY
Location: Poblacion 1, Tagbilaran City, Bohol
Site: www.wgasuperferry.com.ph
Ph: 63 2 528-7000
Cost: P1300
Accessibility: None of the ships that transport you from Bohol to Cebu City are very wheelchair accessible though you can do it – it’s not difficult actually because the staff helps you and the steps are not very high. The boats have ramps, which have a step to climb up and down. Weesam Express bridge has smaller steps than Ocean Jet.