Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park Tours and Tickets

Yes, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is worth visiting, despite the 4-hour round-trip journey from the city of Puerto Princesa. The underground formations here led this UNESCO World Heritage Site to be called one of the world’s most impressive cave systems.

Yes, there are guided tours of Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. Most include admission tickets and a 20-minute boat ride inside the caves, during which an audio guide directs your attention to stalactites, stalagmites, and other formations. Most tours also include a buffet lunch at a nearby restaurant.

When visiting the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, wear waterproof shoes that make climbing in and out of the boats easy. You’ll need to wear a life jacket inside the cave, so wear layers that you don’t mind getting a little damp. Bring a dry bag for your valuables.

No, there’s little physical activity involved in a visit to Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park; the only thing that requires exertion is climbing in and out of the boats. That said, the small boats are not suitable for travelers using wheelchairs or strollers, as they can’t accommodate them.

Other attractions near Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park include Sabang Beach, famous for its white sand and turquoise water, and the 2,620-foot (800-meter) Sabang X-Zipline. You can also hike the Monkey Trail, which takes you off the beaten path and into the jungle.

The best time of year to visit the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is from October through June during Palawan’s dry season. December and January are the busiest months, so be sure to book your admission tickets in advance, as daily visitors to the underground river are capped.