Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park

Sail along the world's largest underground river at Puerto Princesa on a full-day tour. Learn about this incredible structure from your guide, look out for wildlife, and enjoy a restaurant meal.  Start your day with a convenient pick-up service from your downtown accommodation at 7:00 AM. From there, travel by land to the famous underground river.  Your guide will provide information about the area and Puerto Princesa City in general along the way, ensuring you get to learn as much as you can about this wonderful location. During the trip, a stop will be made at Buenavista, a delightful viewpoint where you can get a glimpse of Ulugan Bay. Arrive at Sabang Wharf at approximately 8:00 AM, and board a pump boat to the mouth of the cave. This place is home to Monitor Lizards, monkeys, snakes, and other forms of wildlife, some of which are exclusive to Palawan.  After a short walk, you'll ride a paddleboat to the underground river and marvel at this natural wonder. Once back at the wharf, lunch will be served at one of the restaurants in Sabang. Get to enjoy local cuisine and sample the taste Filipinos love.  An optional side trip to Ugong Rock Adventure Zipline and Spelunking is available after the Underground River Tour so that you can make the most of your day. Once back in the city, you'll be dropped off at your hotel. If you want a relaxing end to the day, select one of the massage options. Hotel drop-off after the massage can be provided with an extra charge, which can be booked as an add-on upon checkout.

Experience one of the longest underground rivers in the world on this full-day trip to the UNESCO-listed Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park. Admire pristine natural areas, verdant old-growth forests, and biodiverse wildlife. Learn about this incredible area with the help of the included audio-guide. Be picked up early in the morning from the city of Puerto Princesa and relax in air-conditioned comfort on the transfer to the Sabang Wharf. Hop aboard a boat and take in the stunning views and feel the breeze in your hair. Let your guide show you a full mountain-to-sea ecosystem which provides a significant habitat for distinct wildlife and plant life. Capture pictures of the largest and most valuable limestone forest in Asia. Have the option to stop and purchase a tasty lunch with the restaurant of your choice around the Sabang Wharf. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon or early evening with unforgettable memories of this unique area. This is a shared tour so expect to be in groups with side trips like Ziplining and Mangrove paddle boat tour. If you happen to have a scheduled flight and El Nido transfers after the tour, please let us know so we can inform the team for proper coordination.

This tour starts in downtown Puerto Princesa when your tour guide picks you up in the morning. After a short drive to pick up the other participants, you will get to embark on a scenic 90-minute drive to Sabang. This tiny community located northwest of Puerto Princesa City is where you will start your boat ride to the mouth of the cave. Enjoy some brief free time to take pictures of the beach, mingle with the locals, or purchase any goods from the street vendors. Once your guide has arranged everything, you will hop on your motorboat and commence the adventure. Your journey will take 20-minutes in total and be filled with views of the surrounding region. Witness wild animals as they flourish at the beach near the cave entrance. There are also monitor lizards roaming the jungle and other wild animals to keep an eye out for. Receive a 45-minute tour inside the cave. Before entering you will be provided with an audio device that you can use once inside. You will also be provided with a helmet. Upon completion of the tour you will head back to Sabang Wharf for lunch. Arrive at the beach and choose among a large variety of restaurants to eat at. Your tour guide will let you know where to meet after lunch. Finish your delicious lunch and head back your accommodation in Puerto Princesa in the afternoon.

Start with pickup from your hotel in Puerto Princesa and travel for 90 minutes to Sabang. Upon arrival at the wharf, your tour guide will arrange the necessary paperwork to access the cave. Ride in a motorboat for approximately 20 minutes until you reach the cave entrance. Put on your hard hat and explore the cave with audio guide commentary. Learn about the cave's importance to the local ecosystem on a tour lasting approximately 45 minutes.  After the cave tour, head back to Sabang wharf where your lunch will be waiting for you. Visit one of the restaurants lining the beach and enjoy traditional Filipino dishes with vegetarian options available. After lunch, walk along Sabang beach to reach the Sabang X zipline. Be strapped in and enjoy a scenic low-speed zip line ride for 800 meters. Take in the beautiful views of the mountains and the coastline. At the end of the zipline, enjoy a paddleboat tour through the lush mangrove forest, before being returned to Puerto Princesa.

Begin the day with hotel pickup from downtown Puerto Princesa or the airport and head to Sabang Wharf, arriving around 8:00 AM. Board a pump boat and cruise into the mouth of the cave, home to monitor lizards, monkeys, snakes, and other wildlife, some of which is exclusive to Palawan. Following a short walk, ride a paddle boat to the Underground River and marvel at this unique natural wonder. Grab an audioguide and sail through the narrow waters, past stone walls with hundreds of years of history. Keep an out for interesting shapes and colors in the caves and on the walls. Upon return to the wharf, lunch will be served. Savor a feast of local cuisine and then set off on the optional excursions, either a zip-lining adventure or a peaceful mangrove paddle boat tour. Return to your hotel for some downtime before heading back out for the evening portion of the tour. Drive to an offsite restaurant for your dinner before heading on to a river located some 30 kilometers from the city center. Aside from the fireflies and the stars, you'll also see the water light up by the bioluminescent plankton. Following the tour of the estuary, return to the wharf and then to your hotel.

The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is a protected area in the Philippines. The park is located in the Saint Paul Mountain Range on the western coast of the island of Palawan, about 80 kilometers north of the city of Puerto Princesa, and contains the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, and voted as a New7Wonders of Nature in 2012. It also became a Ramsar Wetland Site in 2012. The pick up time starts at 7:00 to 8am, pick up is included in the package. The tour guide will provide the information and assist you.

Itinerary 6:30 - 7:00am hotel pick up in Puerto Princesa city Drive to Sabang Wharf (there will be a one stop on the journey each way) Boat transfer to Underground River National Park Guided paddle boat in Underground River (approximately 45-60 minutes) Buffet lunch in Cacaoyan Restaurant. Return drive to Puerto Princesa city 3:30 pm hotel drop off Tips : Please bring waterproof bag, comfy slippers and clothes. Optional Tours : Customer can pay on site ➡️Mangrove Paddle boat tour - Php 350 / person ➡️Sabang X Zipline - Php 550 ➡️Ugong Rock Adventure - starts at Php 300 up to Php 650

Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park This park features a spectacular limestone karst landscape with an underground river. One of the river’s distinguishing features is that it emerges directly into the sea, and its lower portion is subject to tidal influences. The area also represents a significant habitat for biodiversity conservation. The site contains a full ‘mountain-to-sea’ ecosystem and has some of the most important forests in Asia. The pick-up time will be 6:30am to 7:30am and your Tour Guide will provide the information about Puerto Princesa and each Tourist site. Visitors can explore this natural wonder by joining a Puerto Princesa Underground River tour. The variety of species in the caves is endemic to the river system, including fish, crabs, giant spiders, bats, swallows, and snakes. But bats and swallows are usually the only species you'll see.

Your adventure begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel, followed by a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Sabang Wharf. Along the way, you'll witness the lush landscapes and the tranquil coastal roads of Palawan. Upon arrival at the wharf, your guide will assist you as you queue for your boat ride to the underground river. A motorized boat will take you across emerald waters to the mouth of the famous cave, where you’ll switch to a paddle boat for a serene, eco-friendly tour. Once inside, you'll embark on a 45-minute journey through 1.5 kilometers of navigable river. Marvel at the stunning limestone formations, stalactites and stalagmites, while your guide points out the unique features and wildlife that inhabit this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cool, mystical atmosphere of the cave is both peculiar and awe-inspiring, transporting you into a world millions of years in the making. After your underground river adventure, you’ll head back to Sabang Wharf, where a delicious lunch awaits at a local restaurant. Recharge with a variety of traditional Filipino dishes as you reflect on your morning’s journey. Once you're ready, a short 3-5 minute van ride will take you to the zipline area. A local guide will give a safety briefing and instructions before you take a scenic walk along the beach, leading to the base of the hill. You'll enjoy a short, bracing hike up to the starting point of the zipline. As you soar above the coastline, be on the lookout for lively monkeys swinging through the treetops, adding an extra layer of excitement to your thrilling ride. Be cautious, though—these mischievous creatures are known for snatching food if you happen to carry some so make sure not to touch them! With wide views of the sea, mountains and forests the zipline is a breathtaking way to end your unforgettable day.

An underground river is a fascinating natural feature where water flows through subterranean passages, often formed by the erosion of rock. These rivers can be found in caves and karst landscapes, where limestone or similar rock is dissolved over time by acidic water, creating intricate systems of tunnels and chambers. Some well-known examples include: Puerto Princesa Subterranean River in the Philippines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features a long river flowing directly beneath a limestone mountain. The Caves of Lascaux in France, where ancient paintings were discovered, also have underground waterways. The Styx River in Greek mythology is often depicted as an underground river that separates the world of the living from the dead. Exploring underground rivers can reveal stunning geological formations and unique ecosystems, including rare species that thrive in the dark. They are often critical for local water supplies and can also play a role in shaping the landscape above ground.