Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips — all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
Know more about traveling from Mactan-Cebu
Mactan's terrain is largely flat, which makes moving around easier than on many other Philippine islands. However, footpaths and sidewalks can be uneven in some areas, and smaller streets may present challenges. Major resorts are generally well-equipped with accessible facilities. Strollers are manageable in most resort areas and along smoother coastal paths, but are less practical in crowded markets or older sections of town.
Mactan is generally considered safe for visitors. As with any destination, common-sense precautions apply: keep an eye on your belongings in busy areas and stick to well-lit, populated places at night. The resort areas and Mactan Newtown are particularly safe and well-maintained. Consult your hotel for up-to-date local advice during your stay.
Tipping is not a formal custom in the Philippines, but it is warmly appreciated. In restaurants, leaving a small tip or rounding up the bill is common practice, especially for good service. In resorts and hotels, it is customary to tip porters and housekeeping staff. A tip of around 10% is a generous and appreciated gesture.
The Mactan Shrine (Lapu-Lapu Shrine) is a top historical landmark, commemorating the 1521 Battle of Mactan. The Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary is a highlight for snorkeling and diving. Nearby Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary is remarkable for birdwatching. The island also offers island-hopping excursions to Caohagan and Nalusuan islands, which have stunning reefs and white sand beaches.
The official currency is the Philippine peso (PHP). ATMs are available on Mactan Island, though it is wise to carry enough cash when visiting smaller islands or more remote areas, as many local vendors, transport services, and budget accommodations prefer or require cash payments.
Filipino (Tagalog) and English are both official languages of the Philippines. On Mactan and throughout the Visayas region, Cebuano (also called Bisaya) is the most widely spoken local language. English is used broadly in signage, business, and everyday interactions, so most visitors will have little trouble communicating.
SuTuKil is the must-try dining experience in Mactan and wider Cebu, where you choose fresh seafood and have it grilled (sugba), cooked in broth (tuwa), or prepared ceviche-style (kilaw). Lechon (roasted whole pig) is a Cebu specialty prized across the Philippines. Fresh seafood dishes, puso (rice wrapped in palm leaves), and local sweets are also well worth trying.
The dry season, from December through May, is the best time to visit. Weather is generally sunny with lower humidity, making it ideal for beach activities, diving, and sightseeing. The rainy season runs from June through October, when typhoons can disrupt travel and outdoor plans, so it is best avoided if possible.
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So, so happy I stumbled upon this website to book two private transports while visiting Lima, Peru. They were both one-way trips approximately 3 hours in length. Great communication as soon as everything was booked via email and I then downloaded their app. I had a few issues with the app and the customer service was awesome trying to assist me in getting it corrected. Honestly impressive customer service which gave you a positive feeling that you made the right choice. Both drivers were right on time - No issues whatsoever! Can't say enough about the service and ease of everything when travelling so far away. Great job to the daytrip team! Would strongly recommend.
