The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River (or Underground River) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. The 8.2-kilometer river, said to be the longest navigable underground river in the world, winds its way underneath a mountain range, through the St. Paul Underground River Cave, and then goes out into the South China Sea. The journey through the cave system alone is 24 kilometers long.
Destinations: Sabang Beach, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River
Duration: 8 hours
Inclusions:
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Seat-In Coach Van Transfer
- Boat Transfers and Use of Life Vest w/ Boat Steward
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Visitor’s Entry Permit
- Environment Fee
- Buffet Lunch
- 45-minute canoe tour of the Underground River
- Travel Insurance
- Eco-Tourism Development Fund per person valid for six (6) months
Terms and Conditions:
- Rates are per person basis.
- In case of natural causes, tours are non-refundable but subject for diversion
- Make sure to read Travellog's Cancellation and Re-booking Policy
Visitor Entry Permits:
For this tour, early booking is a must (at least ONE WEEK prior to arrival) to avoid disappointment, as there is only a very limited number of people, per day, given Visitor Entry Permits to this natural wonder. This limitation was made in an effort by the local government to lessen the environmental impact that humans may bring to the natural habitat of endangered species which are endemic to the area. Please include the (1) complete names, age (on date of tour) and nationalities of person(s) who will participate in the tour in the "SPECIAL REQUESTS" section of the order form.
Sample Itinerary:
07:30 AM – Pick up at the Hotel/Inn in Puerto Princesa
09:00 AM – Estimated arrival at Sabang Port
10:00 AM – Estimated arrival at the Sabang Beach
Leisure Time, Buffet Lunch
45-minute boat ride inside the Underground River
Note: Upon arrival in Sabang, your Tour Guide will visit the Underground River Authorities Office to be given the time slot of your party's issued permits. Based on this time slot you will either have your complimentary lunch before or after your tour. Waiting time for getting inside the cave can take anywhere from 1-2 hours, but there are plenty of places to explore in the waiting area and souvenir shops which you can enjoy.
03:00PM – Departure from Sabang Beach
05:00PM – Estimated arrival at Hotel/Inn in Puerto Princesa City proper
Underground River Tour
Online payments are not yet accepted. We only accept payments made through direct bank deposits or cash payments paid directly to one of our travel agents.
We apologize for this inconvenience.