Tickets & tours
Access to the river is free, but you must book a guided boat or kayak tour to see the fireflies.
Top ratedThis is a private activity and Experience a different adventure! Hop on a kayak with a kayak guide and paddle up(not necessarily do the paddle, the guide can if you...
Most bookedDo something different other than the typical things to do in Bohol by going on an evening boating trip in the Abatan River, a perfect opportunity to see a number of...
Best valueEnjoy a packed dinner as you travel to the Abatan/Maribojoc River, where a magical spectacle awaits. Aboard a traditional outrigger boat, cruise gently upstream and...
Fireflies are familiar, but few realize that these insects are actually beetles, nocturnal members of the family Lampyridae. Most fireflies are winged, which...
Prices are starting rates per person and change based on season and group size.
Enter your group and compare totals on both platforms. From-prices; children are priced as adults unless the listing gives a child rate.
Overview of available firefly watching options.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| private kayak tour | 4 h | $59 | Compare | n/a | active nature lovers |
| private firefly watching | 3 h to 4 h | $80 | Compare | 4.3 (7) | families and small groups |
| cruise with dinner | 4 h | $90 | Compare | n/a | a romantic evening out |
| premium private cruise | 6 h to 8 h | $100 | Compare | 5.0 (1) | exclusive wildlife viewing |
Required guided firefly boat tours cost between PHP 1,200 and PHP 3,800 per boat, depending on group size. Kayaking tours average PHP 1,750 to PHP 2,000. Packaged tours with hotel transfers cost between PHP 1,500 and PHP 3,000+.
Kayaks offer a quiet, non-invasive viewing experience and can enter narrow mangrove tunnels. Motorized bandong boats are faster and more comfortable for groups. Read more in our Kayak vs Boat guide.
Yes, but flash photography is strictly prohibited. You need a camera with manual low-light settings to capture them. See our guide on Photography Guide.
From Viator
7 reviews of the private firefly watching on Viator
Kudos to the guides. We really have enjoyed the scenery and the tour guides were really good. They were very knowledgeable.
It’s an amazing trip! During the kayak, staff is so caring to tell us many interesting stories of fireflies, we also share cultures from our own countries! Highly recommended!
