About Puerto Princesa
This urbanized city is known for its islands in Honda Bay and the Underground River, which is considered a UNESCO world heritage site. Nature lovers can visit a variety of natural wonders located throughout the city. Watch fireflies glow at night at Iwahig River or try hiking and spelunking at Ugong Rock.
Here, you get a balanced mix of the island and city life. Locals and tourists have access to city comforts while also being able to enjoy the laid back atmosphere of the beach. As home to the island’s only international airport, Puerto Princesa also serves as a gateway to the rest of the Palawan.
Getting around in Puerto Princesa
Locals and tourists alike have more transportation options to choose from in the capital city. You can get around via jeepneys, tricycles, motorcycles, and multicabs. For long distance land travel, you can ride buses or vans. Be sure to have some cash in hand as this is the only mode of payment.
Boat tours can be be rented out if you want to go to famous tourists spots like Honda Bay and the underground river.
With a growing influx of tourists, the city has upgraded Puerto Princesa International Airport. Airlines like Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and Air Asia fly here daily. People going to El Nido can also enter via this airport.
Top tourist attractions & activities in Puerto Princesa
Travel to one of our very own UNESCO world heritage sites or go try island hopping to just a few of our many beautiful islands. Go on an awesome vacation to Puerto Princesa with your friends or loved ones or enjoy the trip solo. Check out the top activities and attractions in the island:

One of the most famous tourist spots in Puerto Princesa, this subterranean river national park is part of UNESCO’s world heritage sites. The limestone karst formations, the old-growth forests, and the diverse wildlife make it one of the most impressive caves in the world. Once you enter the cave, you’ll be amazed by the natural beauty of the stalactite and stalagmite formations.

Cap off your day in Puerto Princesa by visiting this enchanting river. Watch fireflies flying over and lighting up the mangroves at night.You can take pictures but flash photography is not allowed. The firefly tour can be booked for around 1,100 to 1,500 pesos and this includes a dinner.

The 3 islands included in the Honda Bay island hopping tour are Starfish Island, Cowrie Island, and Luli Island. Each island has its own entrance fee of around 50 to 60 pesos. The islands are all have white sand beaches where and clear blue waters where you can enjoy swimming and snorkeling. You can rent out gear for snorkeling at around 300 pesos for both the goggles and aqua shoes.
- Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center

This is another popular tourist attraction in the city. Its well-known for its crocodile farm where crocodiles are bred and where guests can see crocodiles of various sizes up close. You can even get your picture taken while holding a small crocodile. You can check out the other animals in the conservation center like the palawan bearcat and the toucan.

If you’re looking for more adventures, this attraction would be right up your alley. This limestone rock formation has caves and passageways leading to a viewing deck at the top. Aside from caving, you can also try ziplining from the top of the limestone formation back to an open field.
Plan your own Puerto Princesa travel package
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Check out this simple 4 days and 3 nights itinerary:
Day 1 Tour Ideas
- Fly to Puerto Princesa International Airport
- Visit the underground river
- Finish the day off by firefly watching at Iwahig River
Day 2 Tour Ideas
- Go island hopping in Honda Bay
- Get a glimpse of all the starfish at Starfish island
- Try snorkeling in Cowrie Island or Luli Island
Day 3 Tour Ideas
- Visit Ugong Rock formation and try caving and ziplining
- Head over to the Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation center and check out their crocodile farm
Day 4 Tour Ideas
- Shop for pasalubong at Baker’s Hill
- Go to the airport and travel back home