The island of Mactan, Cebu, is famous for its beaches and with summer here, it beckons city dwellers back to nature and frolic in the sun, sand and sea. Island Banca Cuises (IBC) offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy hopping around the islands of Mactan in a convenient and comfortable fashion.
To formally launch its maiden voyage, Jay Aldeguer, the dynamic entrepreneur who certainly revolutionized souvenir shopping by breaking into the traditional hold of small cottage industry retailers, invited an intimate group of friends to experience first hand what Island Banca Cruises has to offer.
Tourism Secretary Ace Durano, and Romanian Romania Valeriu Gheorghe were guests of honor. They were joined by Provincial Board Member Agnes Magpale and former Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Robert Go. Amenities and services awaited guests as they boarded the carefully thought-out name of the largest banca called Butandin. Attendants in signature orange T-shirts welcomed guests with fresh towels and cold beverages.
Ultra comfortable beanbags were strategically placed on the wide deck equipped with iPod docks and is Wi-Fi capable.
The Island Banca Cruises offers a variety of tour packages that include captivating island destinations such as the marine sanctuaries of Nalusuan and Gilutungan that are abundant in marine life with a wide variety of corals and colorful reef dwellers.
The pristine white beach of Pandanon is ideal for swimming and snorkeling or simply enjoy the inviting crystal clear water. Special trips can be arranged. They have sunset cruises within whispering waves and gentle breezes that showcase culinary treats expertly prepared by some of Cebu’s well known chefs. A candle-lit dinner for two can likewise be set.
Other options include barbeque picnics that can be had on board or on a sandbar. Snorkeling, scuba diving, fish feeding adventure in the shallows of the island , sea kayaking and dolphin watching are exhilarating experiences in the waters of Cebu.
Of interest to divers is the dive safari on one of the best dive spots in the Visayas. Moalboal is a popular destination while Pescador Island is one of the favorites because of its sheer variety of fish. It draws large barracudas, resident white tip sharks, sea turtles, snappers, sweet lips and many more.