3-in-1 Puerto Princesa Adventure: Underground River, Sabang Zipline & Mangrove Tour
Combine a UNESCO-listed cave boat ride, an 800-meter coastal zipline, and a tidal mangrove tour in a single full-day excursion from Puerto Princesa. Expect dramatic karst caves, close wildlife encounters, and local lunch in Sabang.
The Experience
Before You Go
Book early and confirm pickup
This is a full-day shared tour with limited slots; confirm hotel pickup time the night before.
Wear grippy water shoes
You’ll board small boats and walk on slippery jetties and mangrove boardwalks—closed-toe, quick-dry shoes help.
Protect against sun and rain
Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a lightweight rain shell—conditions can shift quickly on Palawan’s coast.
Travel light on the zipline
Small dry bag or secure pockets are best; loose items aren’t allowed on the zipline.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Ugong Rock Adventures nearby for short caving and rock climbs
- •Sabang tide pools and local seafood stalls just outside the main tourist pier
Wildlife
- •Philippine long-tailed macaque (crab-eating macaque)
- •Monitor lizard along the shoreline and mangrove edges
Conservation Note
Visitor numbers, regulated boat routes, and local mangrove protection programs help reduce impact; avoid single-use plastics and stay on designated paths to support ongoing conservation.
The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 for its significant karst landscape and cave system formed over millennia.
What to Bring
Grippy water shoesEssential
Provides traction on wet jetties, mangrove boardwalks, and boat ramps.
Dry bag (small)Essential
Keeps phone, camera and documents dry during boat transfers and on the zipline platform.
Reef-safe sunscreen & hatEssential
Sun protection is essential during onshore transfers and the zipline launch.
Light rain jacket
Compact shelter for sudden tropical showers during the rainy season.
Common Questions
How long is the full tour?
The itinerary runs about 8–10 hours from most Puerto Princesa hotel pickups and includes lunch, transfers, the cave boat tour, mangrove visit, and the zipline.
Is the Underground River boat suitable for claustrophobic travelers?
The boat travels through large caverns with low-light sections; if you’re sensitive to confined spaces, consider discussing options with the operator before booking.
Are safety measures provided for the zipline?
Yes—zipline safety gear and instruction are provided; follow the guide’s briefing and weight/health restrictions they set.
Is lunch and hotel pickup included?
Yes—buffet lunch in Sabang and hotel pickup/drop-off (most Puerto Princesa hotels) are included in the package.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
8–10 hours
Location
Sabang (Puerto Princesa), Palawan
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to embark small boats, walk uneven surfaces and tolerate short climbs and heights.
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