Explore Puerto Princesa Underground River: 3-in-1 PPUR, Ugong Rock Cave & Zipline
Float into an underground river carved through Palawan’s karst and add a short scramble and zipline at Ugong Rock for a full-day blend of slow cave cruising and active land adventure. This 3-in-1 tour covers the first navigable kilometer of the PPUR and pairs it with nearby caving and zipping.
The Experience
Before You Go
Start early
Morning departures usually mean fewer boats at the river mouth and steadier light for photos inside the cave.
Bring cash
Small bills for tips, local snacks, and souvenir stalls in Sabang aren’t always handled by card machines.
Footwear matters
Wear closed-toe, water-resistant shoes with good tread for the Ugong Rock scramble and wet boat ramps.
Hydrate and protect
Carry a refillable bottle and apply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding to reduce chemical runoff into the mangroves.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Sabang mangrove boardwalk—short walk and good birdwatching outside peak tour hours
- •Small seafood eateries in Sabang village offering fresh catches cooked to order after the tour
Wildlife
- •long-tailed macaque
- •colonies of cave-dwelling bats and swiftlets
Conservation Note
Visitor numbers and boating routes are managed to reduce disturbance to cave ecosystems and mangroves; practice leave-no-trace and avoid sunscreen or oils before entering water near sensitive shorelines.
The park earned UNESCO World Heritage status in 1999 and protects limestone karst formed over millions of years on land long inhabited by Tagbanua communities.
What to Bring
Refillable water bottleEssential
Hydration for the full-day excursion; water refills may be available at meeting points.
Water-resistant shoesEssential
Protects feet on wet gangways, riverbanks, and the Ugong Rock trail.
Light rain jacket
Useful during the monsoon season for transfers between hotel, boat and caves.
Insect repellent and sunscreenEssential
Protects against mosquitoes in mangroves and UV exposure during shore activities.
Common Questions
How long of the underground river do visitors see?
Tours typically cover the first navigable kilometer of the Puerto Princesa Underground River—the stretch open to visitor boats with guide commentary.
Is the Ugong Rock zipline included?
The itinerary offers Ugong Rock cave access and a separate zipline activity; confirm with the operator whether you’ll join both on your chosen date.
Are meals and transfers included?
This tour includes lunch, boat transfers, and complimentary pickup/drop-off within Puerto Princesa city proper; hotels outside the city center may incur extra charges.
Any health restrictions?
The operator advises against participation for pregnant travelers or those with serious back or heart problems; the trip is otherwise considered physically easy.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
10 hours
Location
Puerto Princesa, Palawan
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable boarding small boats and doing short cave scrambles for Ugong Rock.
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