Underground River Shared Day Tour

Puerto Princesa, Mimaropa, 5300, Philippines

Entrance of Underground River, Puerto Princesa Palawan

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7 Hours
Group tour (join-in basis)

Adult
Child

From ₱ 2,996.00 Per Adult

From ₱ 2,132.00 Per Child

About the Tour

The most popular attraction in Puerto Princesa, the Underground River is a must-visit destination when exploring Palawan. The tour includes a scenic river cruise through the underground caves, where you can admire impressive limestone formations, including stunning stalactites and stalagmites created over thousands of years.

Why Choose this tour?

This is a shared tour, making it a great option for travelers who want to explore Underground River in a more affordable and social way.
This option is especially suitable for solo travelers who can join a shared group tour without having to pay the full vehicle and guide cost. It is a convenient and affordable way to experience the Underground River while sharing the experience with other travelers.

Places You’ll Visit

The Underground River in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, is truly a natural marvel worth exploring. More than just a river, it is an impressive underground cave system featuring breathtaking limestone formations, including magnificent stalactites and stalagmites. A boat journey through the cave reveals the incredible beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Palawan’s most iconic natural treasures.

Duration

7 Hours

Tour Type

Group

Group Size

Up to 10 guests

Language

English

Highlights

Underground River Cruise – Explore the spectacular caverns and marvel at intricate rock formations shaped over millions of years.

Sabang Beach – Explore this tranquil shoreline after your cave exploration.

Included

Hotel pick up/ drop off (within Puerto Princesa city center)
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Transfer by motorised bangka from Sabang wharf to Underground river
1.5 kilometers cave exploration by shared canoe
Local tour guide
Lunch at local restaurant

Excluded

Zipline (optional activity)
Environmental Fee PHP 200 per person

Travel Itinerary

7:00 AM - Meet the Guide

Begin your trip to the Underground River by meeting your friendly tour guide at your hotel. From there, embark on a 2-hour drive north through rural landscapes until you reach Sabang.

- Registration and Boat Ride

Upon arrival in Sabang, proceed to the registration area. After checking in, wait for your assigned boat. Then, enjoy a short boat ride across the sea to reach the entrance of the Underground River National Park. From there, take a brief walk to the lagoon where the cave entrance is located.

- Underground River Exploration

Board a park-operated canoe equipped with a searchlight and navigate the subterranean river. Marvel at the breathtaking stalactite and stalagmite formations as you journey through the 1.5-kilometer stretch of the cave. As you reach the Cathedral, a grand chamber with an incredibly high ceiling, you’ll be inspired by its vast and awe-inspiring beauty.Your guide will provide an informative briefing on the history and significance of these natural wonders.

- Lunch

After the river tour, return to the pier and enjoy the lunch at a local restaurant.

- Zipline (Optional)

If time permits, you can enhance your adventure with an exhilarating zipline experience offering stunning views of Sabang's lush landscapes. . The zipline is optional and not included in the tour price. We’ll only stop for it if most travelers want to participate, as it depends on the majority decision in a shared group tour.

- Return to Puerto Princesa

After a day filled with adventure and beauty, you’ll return to your hotel in Puerto Princesa city center with memories that will last a lifetime.

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Tour Notes

Child Policy

Infant 0-2 years old = Not Allowed

Child 3-5 years old and above = discount

Child 6 years old and above = full adult fare

Puerto Princesa Environmental Fee

It's a one-time fee valid for 10 days. You pay it once, and it covers you for any tours or activities in Puerto Princesa during that 10-day window.

So using your example: if you're doing Underground River and Honda Bay, you only pay the Eco Tourism Development Fee (ETDF) once — on the day of your first tour (Underground River). When you go out for Honda Bay afterward, you don't pay it again, as long as it's within those 10 days.

Cruise inside the cave

The Underground River in Puerto Princesa is an incredible natural wonder that attracts visitors from all over the world. To explore this amazing cave system, we offer a 1.5 km cruise upstream into the cave.

To minimize the impact on the environment, we organize this trip with a shared boat.

Additionally, please be reminded that the park has a "no touching" policy for the rock formations, to preserve the natural beauty of the cave.

What to wear

It's a good idea to bring appropriate clothing and footwear for the tour, as the boat ride can be wet.

Continue to El Nido after the tour

After your tour of the Underground River in Sabang, you may want to continue your adventure to El Nido. For a hassle-free transfer experience, a private transfer can be arranged at an additional cost.

Optional Zipline

The zipline can be arranged at either Ugong Rock or Sabang Zipline for an additional fee, which can be paid directly on site.

For shared group tours, the zipline activity can only be arranged if the majority of participants are interested in joining. Otherwise, the tour will continue according to the regular itinerary and proceed back to Puerto Princesa after lunch.

Cancellation Policy

✅ Booking Fee: 5% Non-refundable
❌ 7 days before the travel date: 100% of the total (non-refundable)

🌧️ Cancellation Due to Bad Weather: Please note that the Underground River tour is subject to weather conditions, and the park may be closed at any time due to excessive rain or rough seas.
In case of inclement weather, we offer the option to reschedule the tour for another day. If rescheduling is not possible, you will receive a full refund excluding non-refundable items such as the Audio Guide Fee and permits, which amount to PHP 510 per person.
If the tour is canceled halfway through, there will be no refund, but you will be taken to visit alternative sites in Sabang.

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