Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour in Palawan
With an impressive 4.7/5.0 rating from 4,131 verified reviews, this tour is a must-do for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The standout feature is the opportunity to see one of the 'New 7 Wonders of the World', the longest navigable subterranean river.
The Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour is an immersive experience that takes you through a 'mountain to sea' ecosystem, featuring the longest navigable subterranean river in the world. With eight intact forest formations and a globally significant habitat for biodiversity conservation, this tour is not only a thrill but also an educational experience. As you paddle through the cave system, you'll be surrounded by stunning rock formations, thousands of swallows and bats, and a plethora of plant species and endemic wildlife. A delicious picnic lunch and hotel pick-up and drop-off add to the convenience and comfort of this tour.
Who is it for?
- Nature enthusiasts
- Birdwatchers
- Photographers
- Adventure seekers
- Couples looking for a unique experience
What you'll do
Explore the Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
See one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World", the longest navigable subterranean river
Visit the Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park, to see the endemic species of wildlife and do some birdwatching
Learn more about the Underground River from your audio guide available in multiple languages, and from your friendly guide
Enjoy a delicious lunch before going back to downtown Puerto Princesa City
A hotel pick-up and drop-off will bring you to and from your adventures safely and hassle-free!
What to expect
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, also known as Puerto Princesa Underground River, is located around 76 km northwest of Puerto Princesa in the Saint Paul Mountain Range. Named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it houses a “mountain to sea” ecosystem with some of the most significant and intact old-growth forests in Asia, featuring the spectacular limestone karst landscape and the globally significant habitat for biodiversity conservation and threatened species of wildlife.
There are eight intact forest formations found in Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park: the beach forest, forest on ultramafic soil, forest on limestone soil, freshwater swamp forest, lowland evergreen tropical rainforest, mangrove forest, montane forest, and riverine forest. The Palawan Moist Forest, recognized by the WWF's Global Report, is outstanding biodiversity containing the richest tree flora with high levels of regional and local endemism.
A day tour of this breathtaking location will take you through what is now named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. After an early morning pick-up, you'll drive to Sabang Wharf before transferring by boat to the Palawan Underground River. This location is not merely the access to the river, it's also a famous birdwatching site and a haven for a plethora of plant species and some endemic wildlife in the Philippines.
The highlight of the tour remains as the guided paddle boat will take you across the spectacular cave system of the underground river to see the pristine natural beauty of rock formations. From stalagmites and stalactites shaped like vegetables, dinosaurs, Jesus, and more, to the thousands of swallows and bats that swoop about the tunnels, you're sure to be in awe of these natural resources throughout the trip. After this thrilling experience, you'll also enjoy a delicious picnic/packed lunch at Sabang Wharf, before being brought back to your hotel with the knowledge that you have just been to one of the finest wonders of the world.
Insider tips
- Be prepared for an early morning pick-up and a full-day tour.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for a boat ride and walking.
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses for protection from the sun.
- Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning rock formations and wildlife.
- Take advantage of the audio guide available in multiple languages to enhance your experience.
Frequently asked questions
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