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2-Day General Santos → Tupi → Lake Sebu → Koronadal (Marbel) Loop — Tuna, Pineapple, Waterfalls & T'boli Culture

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Day 1: Waterfalls & Culture

General Santos / Tupi / Lake Sebu, Philippines on October 26, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast — Fresh Tuna Breakfast at General Santos Fish Market stalls

Start with GenSan’s specialty: fresh tuna (sashimi/tuna tapa) and rice at the fish market or a nearby tuna grill to taste why the city is the Tuna Capital; markets open very early (often 5:00am onward).
PHP200, 1h0m

7:30am

Drive: General Santos → Tupi

Leave Gensan and drive north toward Tupi; travel time is about 1h–1h30m depending on traffic — this keeps the route moving north into the highland farms.
PHP150, 1h15m

9:00am

Visit Tupi fruit stalls & pineapple farms

Check out roadside fruit stands and small pineapple/strawberry farms around Tupi; sample local produce and buy fresh fruit. Farms and stalls are typically open 8:00am–5:00pm.
PHP100, 1h30m

10:45am

Tupi public market / quick snack

Walk through the market for local snacks (turon, banana cue), and see fresh produce; great spot for quick low-cost local bites and photos.
PHP80, 45m

11:30am

Drive: Tupi → Lake Sebu

Drive up to Lake Sebu; scenic mountain roads lead into the lake area. Expect roughly 1–1.5 hours driving time.
PHP150, 1h15m

12:45pm

Lunch — Lake Sebu resort / local restaurant

Have lunch at a lakeside eatery or your chosen resort (Punta Isla Resort and similar properties have lakeshore dining). Try freshwater fish and local vegetable dishes. Many restaurants serve from 11:00am–2:00pm and again for dinner.
PHP250, 45m

2:00pm

Check-in at Lake Sebu resort

Check into your resort (common check-in around 2:00pm) and drop bags — options range from budget guesthouses to mid-range resorts like Punta Isla (confirm booking ahead).
PHP2000, 30m

3:00pm

Boat ride to Seven Falls (Helicopter/Boat circuit)

Take the classic Lake Sebu boat ride (motorized dugout boats) that links the lake to several waterfalls (Seven Falls area). Boat services generally operate about 8:00am–4:30pm; arrive early enough to catch the scheduled boats.
PHP300, 2h0m

5:30pm

T'boli weaving demo & viewpoint

Visit a T'boli weaving stall or cultural demonstration near the lake to see traditional abaca weaving and songs; wrap the afternoon with a lakeside viewpoint sunset photo. Cultural shows/demos often happen in the late afternoon.
PHP150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner — Lakeside resort or local grill

Enjoy dinner at your resort or a nearby restaurant; pick local specialties (fresh fish, grilled dishes) and relax after a full day. Resorts typically serve dinner from 6:00pm–9:00pm.
PHP300, 1h0m

8:30pm

Evening — Relax at the resort

Wind down with a quiet lakeside walk, stargazing, or rest; prepare for an early start for waterfalls/zipline on Day 2.
PHP0, 1h30m

Day 2: Zipline & Return

Lake Sebu / Koronadal (Marbel) / General Santos, Philippines on October 27, 2025

5:30am

Optional sunrise walk & coffee at the lake

Catch sunrise over the lake with a short walk and coffee at your resort; many guests head out early for peaceful lakeside photos. Resorts typically open breakfast from 6:00am but early coffee is usually available.
PHP80, 30m

6:00am

Breakfast at resort

Buffet or plated breakfast at the resort to fuel up — most resorts serve breakfast 6:00am–8:30am; confirm exact times with your property.
PHP200, 1h0m

7:30am

Drive to Seven Falls zipline area / registration

Head to the Seven Falls zipline facility to register and prepare; zipline operations typically open around 8:00am and run through the afternoon, but hours vary — book or confirm slot in advance.
PHP0, 30m

8:00am

Seven Falls zipline canopy tour

Experience the zipline(s) across the falls for sweeping views of the waterfalls and valley; prices and number of lines vary (single/dual lines available). Operators generally run clients 8:00am–4:00pm but can change due to weather.
PHP600, 2h0m

10:30am

Visit T'boli weaving center & small museum

Drop in at a T'boli cultural center to see intricate weaving (t'nalak) and buy authentic textiles; most centers are open roughly 8:00am–5:00pm and support local artisans.
PHP100, 1h0m

12:00pm

Drive: Lake Sebu → Koronadal (Marbel)

Short drive east to Koronadal City (often called Marbel) for a city lunch and quick stop at the market or plaza — travel is about 1h–1h15m.
PHP150, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch — Koronadal public market or local restaurant

Sample Koronadal specialties and street foods at the public market or a local carinderia; markets and eateries are typically busiest and open mid-day (10:00am–2:00pm).
PHP220, 1h0m

2:30pm

Quick Koronadal city sights (city plaza, market)

Take a short stroll through the city plaza and nearby market for souvenirs and local snacks; keep this short to make the return trip to Gensan comfortable.
PHP0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Drive: Koronadal → General Santos

Drive back southeast to General Santos; expect roughly 1–1.5 hours depending on traffic — arrive in late afternoon to early evening.
PHP150, 1h30m

5:30pm

Dinner in General Santos (optional)

If you finish the return trip earlier, enjoy a farewell dinner in Gensan — try a tuna specialty restaurant for sashimi, grill, or sisig near the city center (dinner hours typically 5:00pm–9:00pm).
PHP300, 1h0m

7:00pm

Trip end / drop-off

End of the 2-day loop: drop-off at your accommodation or transport hub in General Santos. If you need onward transport (flight/bus), allow extra time for check-in.
PHP0, 0h0m
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