Underground River TourPuerto Princesa
Experience one of the New7Wonders of Nature on the Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour in Palawan, Philippines. As a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, the river flows through stunning limestone caves, featuring dramatic stalactites, stalagmites, and colossal cavern rooms. Your journey begins with a scenic van ride from Puerto Princesa City to Sabang Port, followed by a boat ride through lush mangrove forests. The cave-river paddle boat tour offers a magical glimpse into subterranean landscapes, guided by local experts. Enjoy local Filipino food for lunch in Sabang, then return refreshed and inspired by this natural wonder.
- Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour –
- 1 Day Adventure
- Duration: Full day (approx. 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
- Location: Puerto Princesa City to Sabang, Palawan, Philippines
- Highlights: Cave formations, subterranean river, mangrove forest, nature walk, local culture
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
What’s Included:
- ✅️ Hotel pickup and drop-off (Puerto Princesa City)
- ✅️ Air-conditioned van transfer
- ✅️ Entrance / environmental fees to Underground River National Park
- ✅️ Boat transfers (Sabang to cave and back)
- ✅️ Licensed guide or audio tour in the cave
- ✅️ Buffet lunch
- ❌ Personal expenses (snacks, drinks)
- ❌ Kayaking (if optional)
- ❌ Tips / gratuities
What’s Not Included:
Detailed Itinerary
Departure: 6:30 – 7:00 AM Hotel pickup in Puerto Princesa City. Travel by air-conditioned van to Sabang Port (∼2 hours).
9:00 AM – Boat transfer to the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park.
10:15 – 11:15 AM – Paddle Boat Tour inside the Underground River. See magnificent stalactites, stalagmites, and cathedral chambers (audio or live commentary included).
12:00 PM – Buffet Lunch at a local Sabang restaurant.
1:00 PM: - Depart Sabang for the return trip to Puerto Princesa City.
3:30 – 4:00 PM: - Arrive and drop-off at your hotel.
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please allow a 2-3 days allowance for when the weather is not conducive for expedition, the trip will be postponed and rescheduled for the following day or two.
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CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
- Non-Refundable Deposit: A 50% deposit is required at booking and is strictly non-refundable to cover administrative costs.
- Cancellations Within 30 Days: No refunds for cancellations made less than 30 days before departure due to prior commitments. For more than 30 days, only 70% will be refunded, as our cancellation fee to cover administrative and opportunity costs.
- Special Cases Refund is provide: All refunds will be at our discretion, minus 30% fee of the total costs for any refund. Please read more below.
- Adverse Weather/Gale Warning: We will only refund if and only if a coastguard-issued gale warning that prevents departure, we will reschedule within next two days. If unsuccessful, a refund will be issued.
- Emergency/Medical Reasons: We understand that emergencies can occur unexpectedly. However, please note that cancellations made within 2 days of the scheduled event are strictly non-refundable. This is due to the preparation and costs already incurred, including rent of boats, the purchase and preparation of food and other perishable items.
