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Explore the Puerto Princesa Underground River on a Shared Tour - Book in Puerto Princesa, Mimaropa

Join a convenient joiner's tour with pick-up between 7:00 am and 8:00 am from Puerto Princesa and enjoy a scenic two-hour drive to the wharf where your guide will prepare permits for boat transfer to the Underground River Park inside the famed Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, a recognized natural wonder showcasing spectacular limestone karst, pristine forests, and distinctive wildlife; entrance fees are paid on site. You’ll experience the highlight of this Puerto Princesa day trip as you explore protected subterranean river passages and the surrounding old-growth forest, with time built in for a relaxed wait in the van while permits are processed. For joiners tours, guests may optionally choose additional sidetrips to the nearby Mangrove areas or a Zipline-these activities are not included in the package and are not compulsory, so you can decide to join them or stay with the group. This Mimaropa excursion is ideal if you want a simple, well-organized outing from Puerto Princesa that focuses on one of the region’s most spectacular natural attractions.

About this activity in Puerto Princesa

Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Highlights

  • Join a shared tour from Puerto Princesa to the UNESCO-recognized Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, featuring dramatic limestone karst scenery and old-growth forest
  • Enjoy a guided boat transfer into the famous Underground River cavern system-one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature
  • Scenic two-hour air-conditioned van ride from the city to the wharf with permits prepared on arrival for a smooth boarding
  • Flexible joiner format lets you opt for optional sidetrips such as a mangrove boat tour or zipline near the wharf (not included)

Important Information

  • Pickup window is between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM; expect a roughly two-hour van transfer from Puerto Princesa city to the departure wharf
  • At the wharf your guide will process boat permits for entry to the Underground River area; entrance or environmental fees are payable locally
  • Optional activities like the mangrove tour and zipline are available on-site but not included in the package; you can wait in the van if you choose not to join them
  • You should have at least moderate physical fitness; infants must sit on an adult’s lap and boat/park rules apply for safety and conservation

Meeting Point

Meet at the arranged pickup location in Puerto Princesa city between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM for the shared van transfer to the wharf; exact pickup details will be provided in your booking confirmation.

Includes

  • Your visitor's entry permit is included, so you can focus on enjoying the Puerto Princesa experience without extra paperwork on arrival.
  • A boat transfer is provided for crossings within the area, making island or coastal access smooth and comfortable.
  • A licensed tour guide accompanies you, offering local insight and safe, informative exploration of the region.
  • Roundtrip air-conditioned van transfer is included to move you between pick-up points and the activity site with comfort.
  • A buffet lunch is served, giving you a hearty, convenient meal during your full-day outing in the destination.
  • An audio device is provided so you can clearly hear commentary and directions while exploring the area.

Excludes

  • The Puerto Princesa environmental fee is not included and must be paid separately at the destination.

Other

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap for safety and seating arrangements during transfers and activities.
  • You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the tour and activities in this destination.

Customer Reviews

9/10
Based on 5 Reviews
elvira_b
Aug 19, 2025 02:19:39 AM
Summary: Tour is affordable price. The guide and driver is very helpful. Shout out to Ate Cathy and Kuya Cris.
81elsag
Feb 25, 2025 06:17:32 AM
Summary: Amazing wonder of the world. well curated. nature has it's way of awing us. All God's work. hard to explain the beauty of the rock formation.
Sunshine19924160568
Jan 7, 2025 07:32:02 PM
Summary: Tour guide and driver were great, pick up from my hotel comfortable van with cold a/c, we’ll organised, not much of a wait time. Went on the zip line was amazing highly recommend . Underground river was fantastic well organised , the arrange lunch was perfect was a great day out

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Know more about Puerto Princesa

Your joiner's tour includes a visitor's entry permit, boat transfer to the Underground River Park, a licensed tour guide, roundtrip air-conditioned van transfer, buffet lunch and an audio device. Pick up is between 7:00 am and 8:00 am, followed by a two-hour drive from the city to the wharf where your guide will prepare permits for the boat transfer to the park.
Entrance fees and the Puerto Princesa environmental fee are payable in the area upon arrival at the wharf or park. Your guide will help prepare your visitor's entry permit and coordinate the boat transfer once fees and permits are arranged.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to join the tour. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap during transfers and activities. Your guide and the included audio device will support the visit through the park.
Yes. For joiner's tours there are guests who request sidetrips to the Mangrove and zipline. These activities are not included in the package and are optional - you may wait in the van or choose to do them when available at the wharf area.
Expect pick up between 7:00 am and 8:00 am, then a two-hour van transfer to the wharf. At the wharf your guide will process permits and arrange the boat transfer into the Underground River Park, which features limestone karst landscapes, preserved old-growth forests and distinctive wildlife.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Please plan accordingly given the early pick up window and two-hour transfer to the park.