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Explore the Puerto Princesa Underground River: Shore Excursion from Narra, Mimaropa

If you're arriving in Puerto Princesa by cruise ship, book this private Underground River tour for a seamless shore excursion: your guide will meet you outside the port's gate and escort you on a roughly 90-minute drive each way to Sabang Wharf for the boat transfers to the cave; be prepared to get wet during those transfers and bring a change of clothes or a towel, and remember to bring a copy of your ID for permit verification. After exploring the cave, you’ll enjoy a sumptuous feast of Filipino delicacies before your driver returns you to the port. This convenient, private option is ideal if you want a focused Puerto Princesa experience while visiting Narra in Mimaropa, combining comfortable transport, expert guiding, and a memorable meal.

About this activity in Narra

Cancellation policy
All sales are final. no refund is available for cancellations.

Highlights

  • Private Puerto Princesa Underground River tour with round-trip private transfer from the port-perfect if you’re arriving by cruise in Narra, Mimaropa.
  • Scenic 90-minute drive each way to Sabang Wharf through the region, guided by a local professional who escorts you from the port to the boat.
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed underground river caves by boat, then enjoy a hearty Filipino lunch featuring local flavors back on shore.
  • Small-group experience designed for comfort and convenience - your driver will return you to the port after the tour.

Important Information

  • Your guide will meet you just outside the port gate and handle permits and logistics for the Sabang transfer, so have a copy of your ID ready for verification.
  • Boat transfers involve short wet landings and possible splashes; bring a towel and a change of clothes if you want to stay dry after the cave ride.
  • This activity requires at least a moderate fitness level and a minimum of two people per booking; children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions-dress appropriately for coastal and cave environments and expect variable temperatures inside the river cave.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide outside the Puerto Princesa port gate; look for the representative holding the booking name and they will escort you to the private vehicle bound for Sabang Wharf.

Includes

  • Light refreshments provided during your activity in Narra, Mimaropa to keep you energized while exploring the area
  • A professional guide leads the experience, giving local insights and ensuring a smooth outing around the region
  • National park fees are covered so you can focus on the sights without extra on-site payments
  • Round-trip private transfer included for convenient door-to-door travel within the local area
  • A prepared lunch is included to refuel during your full-day experience
  • Environmental management charge (reef tax) is included to support responsible conservation efforts in the destination

Excludes

  • Souvenir photos are not included but are available to purchase if you want keepsakes from the trip
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers are not included and may be offered at your discretion

Other

  • You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to enjoy activities around Narra and the surrounding area
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult for safety throughout the experience in this destination
  • The activity operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately for local climate and conditions
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required to confirm the experience

Customer Reviews

10 / 10
Based on 10 Reviews
42jabaril
Jul 7, 2025 04:33:56 AM
Summary: "Jeff Moon" (nickname) was the best tour guide ever. Very funny, very accommodating, and very knowledgeable. The buffet was outstanding, and the underground river tour was amazing. Worth every single penny. Best driver so far to date that we've experienced on the island. I dont know his exact name, but he goes by "arvy" or maybe "rv" the great.
Dicken_L
Feb 28, 2025 05:55:57 PM
Summary: Our guide nicknamed Brian gave us an excellent tour . Good information is provided throughout. Courteous and helpful. Driver was very pleasant as well . Great value when compared to our cruise organized tour. Highly recommended
LivYorDrem
Mar 16, 2024 07:56:45 PM
Summary: Lycka for a great job arranging the tour, Rich did a great job managing my group even though he would usually have had another guide to help him, and everything went smoothly. I had gathered a group of 15 fellow cruise ship passengers the day before we arrived in the port of Puerto Princesa. On very short notice, I booked this tour and as the group grew larger, Lycka was able to find us another van to accommodate all 16 of us. The tour went smoothly, the weather was great, and even though the park had over 1000 permits issued for the day, it wasn't too long of a wait. (The cruise ship passengers on the official and much more expensive tour did get priority over everyone else. Not completely fair but I suppose you need some benefit for the money!) But we just went over to the restaurant there at the pier with a really good Filippino buffet and had an early lunch while we waited. I haven't gotten any complaints from the group and everyone has said that seeing the Subterranean River was well with the day long trip.

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Know more about Narra

Yes - if you’re visiting Puerto Princesa on a cruise ship, the guide will meet you outside the port gate and bring you on a private Underground River tour. You’ll be transferred by private vehicle to Sabang Wharf for the boat transfer to the cave.
Possibly - you may become wet during boat transfers, so bring a change of clothes or a towel to stay comfortable before and after the Puerto Princesa cave visit.
Yes - after the cave tour you’ll be treated to a sumptuous feast of Filipino delicacies as part of the tour’s included lunch, giving you a taste of local cuisine near Puerto Princesa.
Expect about a 90-minute drive each way between the port and Sabang Wharf, giving you time to enjoy scenic views en route to the Puerto Princesa Underground River area.
You need to bring a copy of your ID for permit verification before entering the Puerto Princesa Underground River, so have it ready when the guide meets you at the port gate.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness and note that a minimum of two people per booking is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the driver will return you to the port after the tour.