Joselito Gabuya

PH81397

Since 2000

English, Filipino

Private Tour Guide In
Cebu
Other Guiding Areas
Baguio, Bohol, Boracay, Coron, Dumaguete, El Nido, Palawan, Siargao, Siquijor Island, Tagaytay

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?‍✈️? meet joselito valendez gabuya

? private tour guide • cebu, philippines
? dot-accredited (department of tourism)
?️ central visayas specialist & nationwide tour services


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?? professional background

joselito valendez gabuya — fondly called sir joselito — is a highly reputable, fully accredited private tour guide based in cebu city, philippines.?️?

with his department of tourism (dot) accreditation, he follows official national guiding standards, ensuring every tour is safe, professional, educational, and enjoyable.
✔️ dot accredited guide
✔️ more than a decade of experience
✔️ highly trusted by travel agencies & private clients
✔️ friendly, humorous, and deeply knowledgeable


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?️? areas of service

joselito provides private, customized, and premium tours all over the central visayas region, including:

? cebu

? bohol

? negros oriental & dumaguete

?️ siquijor

? oslob

⛰️ southern cebu adventures

? island hopping destinations


he also caters to special arrangements beyond the region by request.
✨ whether solo travelers, couples, families, vip guests, or joiner groups, joselito ensures a smooth, stress-free, and unforgettable experience.


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?️? areas of expertise

joselito specializes in historical tours, walking tours, and sightseeing experiences designed for guests who appreciate:

?️ heritage & culture

? old churches & landmarks

?‍♂️ authentic walking tours

? [sensitive content]mable spots

? story-driven sightseeing

?️ local life immersion

? hidden gems

? detailed history, trivia & storytelling


he is known for turning every tour into a living story, explaining history in a fun, clear, and meaningful way.


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?? reputation & guiding style

joselito is widely recognized for:
✨ his warm cebuano hospitality
✨ engaging, crystal-clear explanations
✨ organized and flexible itineraries
✨ a guiding style that is informative yet relaxed
✨ deep respect for culture and local communities
✨ his ability to make guests feel safe, comfortable, and welcomed

guests love how he brings passion, humor, and heart into every tour.??


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?? continuous training & professional growth

joselito continually updates and upgrades his guiding skills to ensure he delivers world-class service.
he has completed numerous trainings, including:

?‍♂️? dot walking tour training — enhancing storytelling, route planning, tourist safety, and cultural interpretation

?️ tourism safety & security workshops

?️ history & cultural interpretation seminars

? customer service & tourism courtesy programs


this commitment to improvement ensures all guests experience professional, modern, world-class guiding standards.


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?? why travel with joselito?

because he offers:
? friendly & heartwarming cebuano hospitality
?️ safety-first guiding
? accurate, rich, and fascinating history
? assistance with photos & ig-worthy spots
? smooth coordination with drivers & tour operators
?️ dot-accredited quality

every tour with him is not just a trip — but a meaningful cultural experience.

Scuba Diving

Snorkeling

Whale Watching

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