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Palawan is a slice of heaven, a sliver of an island that teems with exotic wildlife, quaint fishing villages, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Wave hello to endangered animals at the Calauit Game Preserve and Wildlife Sanctuary or explore the Japanese shipwrecks of Coron Island, regarded as one of the best dive sites in the world. A guided boat tour of the Puerto Princesa Underground River will take your breath away.
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1. Underground River Tour from Puerto Princesa City
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Recently hailed as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, the Underground River located inside a national park, is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is approximately 2 hours north of the city proper. On your way to the area, be amazed at the splendid top view of Ulugan Bay, and marvel at the karst limestone mountains and elephant cave. From Sabang wharf, a motorized boat will take you to the entrance of the national park for 20 minutes. A boardwalk winding through dense jungle thickets will lead you to the mouth of the cave. There a boatman who will also serve as your guide will show you the wonders waiting for you inside.
Inclusions: Underground River Tour (Seat-in coach), Boat Transfers (Pump Boat, Wharf fee), Buffet Lunch (Sabang Beach), Licensed Tour Guide, Shed Rental, Permits Fees, Audio Tour Fee, Fuel surcharge, FREE Hotel pickup and drop-off (if within Puerto Princesa Town only)
Exclusions: Tip (not compulsory), New Environmental fee P 150/person valid for 10 days which can be used for Underground River tour, Honda Bay tour and Dos Palmas tour., Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusions, Non-compulsory Tipping
Reviewed By kimaxel
My friends and I went to Boracay way back May 2019 to celebrate my birthday. Was looking for an adventure that we can enjoy. Then I came across this diving at Ariel's point for whole day. I didn't regret doing this as activity as we really had a good time. We went to the meeting point in the morning, went on a boat ride for half an hour. On-board we had unlimited drinks of soda, liquor and beers which is really cool! when we arrived at the area we were given instructions by the staff. You can dive from 5m, 10m or 15m. And if you get tired from jumping or don't feel doing it you may, paddle boarding and kayaking. The location also was secluded and very clean!
2. Private Underground River Tour
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This tour is private tour to Underground river provided with private AC transportation and motorized boat transfers. The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park or popularly known as the Underground River is the the world's longest navigable underground river and one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. Guests will enjoy seeing various limestone formations which were formed thousands or even millions of years ago. Truly, this makes Underground River the number 1 tourist attraction in the city. Important Notes: 1. Underground River tour permits are limited to a maximum of 1000 slots per day and should be booked ahead of time. Ideally a month before arrival. Minimum time for me to process the permits is atleast 3 days before arrival. This tour is subject to weather conditions. 2. Tour inside the cave is always on group of 8-10 persons per boat as strict policy of the park due to operational limitations of the site. 3. Tour is on first come first serve basis at the site.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Private Motorized Boat Transfers (except in case of rough sea condition), Services of Licensed Local Tour Guide, Lunch, shared Paddleboat cave tour (8-10persons per boat as strict park policy), All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
3. Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour
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The Puerto Princesa Underground River (PPUR) is a UNESCO world heritage site and recently named as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. This 8.2-km 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 systems.
Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By Italy1trav
We were picked up at the airport timely, but then taken to the main office and had to wait another half hour for a different vehicle to become available. Ride is long, windy, and road is not good, but driver did his best to get us there as fast as possible.
4. Private Underground River perfect for cruise ship and airline arrivals
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This underground river tour requires a minimum of 6 people to book. This is exclusive private tour for your group only and is perfect for guests arriving on the same day before 10am. This is suitable for guests from cruiseship with a minimum of 6 people in a group.
Inclusions: boat transfers, van transportation, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, government environmetal development fee
Exclusions: gratuities and tips
Reviewed By Sophie_eva_9
Nice evening, the dinner was very good and our tour guide was funny and knowledgeable . We spent a lot of time sitting around waiting and saw only a handful of fireflys how ever the river cruise it's self is still lovely. Would recommend going in the summer so you can see more firefly's as well as the bioluminescent plankton.
5. Underground River Tour
Puerto Princesa City Subterreanean River National Park is a World Heritage Site inscribed by UNESCO on December 4, 1999. The Worlds Longest Navigable Underground River and Now One of the 7 Wonders of Nature. The primary tour destination PPUR has the worlds navigable Underground River with its spectacular rock stalactites and stalagmites formation that made it to be among the UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE and awarded as RAMSAR site. Tour inside the cave would cover the first kilometer of this 8.2 km Underground River known to be the longest navigable in the world .
Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off if hotel location is in the city proper, Boat transfers, Lunch
Exclusions: tips
Reviewed By LorenP247
The private transfer from the hotel arrived on time. The van was clean and the driver was polite, Our guide was also very entertaining and helpful. It was convenient and we did appreciate the fact that we had the whole van for ourselves. On the way to the Underground River, we dropped by Buenavista view deck which had a lovely panoramic view of Ulugan Bay. We also had a private boat transfer from the port to the Underground River National Park where we joined other tourists for the 45-min paddle boat ride to the Underground River. The guided paddle boat takes you across the underground river. For around 45 minutes, you get to explore the deep, vast & dark cave, and witness unique rock formations. From stalagmites and stalactites shaped in different unique and entertaining forms- it was indeed an experience. The tour included an expert (and hilarious) guide who navigated us inside plus an audio guide (you can choose in different languages). This tour is a must for a Palawan trip.
6. Private Underground River Tour for Cruise Ship Guests (Shore Excursion)
The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park or popularly known as the Underground River is the the world's longest navigable underground river and one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. Guests will enjoy seeing various limestone formations which were formed thousands or even millions of years ago. Truly, this makes Underground River the number 1 tourist attraction in the city. Important Notes: 1. Underground River tour permits are limited to a maximum of 1000 slots per day and should be booked ahead of time. 2. This tour is subject to weather conditions in sabang port. 3. Although this is a private tour, the park imposes a queue system with first-come, first-serve rule. Getting off the ship first before the big group from the ship is highly recommended. 4. Tour is provided with private van and motorized boat. Please note that paddleboat going inside the cave is always on group of 8-10 guests per boat as strict policy of the park due to operational limitations of the cave.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned Van Transfers, All Boat Rides and Transfers, Services of Licensed Local Tour Guide, Bottled water, Lunch
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
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