Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour

The Puerto Princesa Underground River (PPUR) has placed Palawan in the forefront of tourism after it was hailed as one of the new seven wonders of Nature. The 8.2-kilometer subterranean river runs under a protected cave that features spectacular formations of stalactites and stalagmites. With these and its limestone landscape, it is considered as one of the world’s most complex cave to systems. You’ll have an incredible experience exploring the caves of Underground River.

This UNESCO World Heritage site will surprise, delight and astound any visitor as they take a boat ride through bright blue waters to a hidden underground river connecting directly to the ocean. The cliffs and mountains views as you climb onto shore will leave your mouth agape in wonder. And that’s just the beginning of why this new wonder of the world has been so aptly named.

For around 45 minutes, you'll be able to explore this deep, cavernous river, and see the rock formations that have captured the imagination of the world. Listen to your audio commentary or get insider knowledge from your boatman guide as he points out numerous fascinating features within the cave by torchlight. we got to see the Virgin Mary, corn, and various other shapes. We glided quietly along the river but we humans were not alone. This location is not merely the access to the river: it's also a national park that is a haven for local and some endemic wildlife in the Philippines, and famous as a bird watching site.

Book Now and Come with us to visit PUERTO PRINCESA UNDERGROUND RIVER.

Program and Itinerary

This tour package has an approximate duration of 8 hours. You will find the main events and activities programmed for this tour listed below.

7:00 AM Tour Guide will meet and pick up to you at the location you indicated while booking or when contacting us right after. Please note that the pick-up location should be within Puerto Princesa city proper.

1.5hrs- 2hrs Travel to Sabang Wharf (there will be a one stop on the journey each way) 30mins Boat transfer to Underground River National Park

9:30 AM 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 paddle boat to the underground river.

11:00 AM 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.