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PUERTO PRINCESA TRAVEL GUIDE with Requirements, Sample Itinerary & Budget

Ever heard of kambak-kambak syndrome ?

Prior to our last Puerto Princesa trip, I’d never encountered this term before. You know how you tend to return to a destination over and over again? It seems to happen a lot in Palawan, and so the locals gave it a name — kambak-kambak — a tongue-in-cheek spin to “come back, come back”. Given that our team have set foot in Puerto Princesa multiple times over the past decade, if it were a real condition, we probably had caught it, too!

Whether it’s your first time or you’re a kambak-kambak traveler, we’ve put together this Puerto Princesa travel guide to help you plan a hassle-free journey!

ESSENTIAL LINKS

Here’s a list of links to some of the recommended hotels, tours, and attractions that you can book online.

Top Puerto Princesa Hotels on Agoda

• Search for HOTEL DEALS!

Top Puerto Princesa Tours on Klook

• Underground River Tour

Honda Bay Tour

Top Puerto Princesa Attractions

• Cacaoyan Forest Park Lunch Buffet Discount

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UNDERSTANDING PUERTO PRINCESA

The capital of the province of Palawan, Puerto Princesa is a first-class, highly urbanized city. But despite the rapid development over the years, it retains its rustic and partly suburban vibe; thanks to the lines of trees and the lush greenery that cover the area. No wonder it’s often dubbed “The City in the Forest” and has been recognized as one of the cleanest and greenest cities in the country.

Strategically located in the middle of Palawan, it serves as the primary gateway to the main island. Although it can take hours, you could access up to El Nido in the northernmost tip or Bataraza in the south, which serves as the jump off point to the legendary Balabac Islands. The city proper faces Sulu Sea to the southeast, but its territory reaches until the West Philippine Sea to the northwest. Puerto Princesa is also the second largest city in the Philippines, next only to Davao.

Dubbed as the Eco-Tourism Center of the Philippines, Puerto Princesa is known for its organized and synchronized tourism industry. Various sectors like tour guides, boat operators, and tricycle drivers work together. The tours are regulated and monitored by the Tourism Office, hence standardized tours are offered to tourists. The most popular is a tour of the Puerto Princesa Underground River, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and voted as one of the New7Wonders of Nature in 2012.

Here are some essential information that you might find useful to know before going to Puerto Princesa.

• Location: Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Region IV-B (MIMAROPA), Philippines.
• Nicknames: Eco-Tourism Center of the Philippines, City in the Forest
• Time Zone: UTC+8 (Philippine Standard Time). The Philippines is in the same time zone as Singapore and Beijing, one hour ahead of Thailand, and one hour behind Japan.
• Language: Tagalog is the most commonly used, but English is widely understood and spoken. Locals also use Cuyonon and other Visayan languages.
• Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP, ₱)
• Modes of Payment: Cash. Some upscale establishments accept credit cards but most still prefer cash. GCash is also getting more common. For public transportation and small purchases, cash is essential.

PUERTO PRINCESA TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Puerto Princesa is open to all travelers regardless of their vaccination status. We didn’t experience any document inspection upon arrival in the city. But airline staff do ask to see the following upon checkin:

• Vaccination card or VaxCertPH (for fully vaccinated tourists)

However, if you’re coming from a place under Alert Level 2 or higher, a negative antigen test result valid within one day prior to departure is required.

HOW TO GET TO PUERTO PRINCESA

The Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) serves as the main gateway to the city and other municipalities in Palawan. Most domestic airlines — Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia — have flights to and from Puerto Princesa, so looking for one would not be a problem.

Puerto Princesa Airport to City Center

The Puerto Princesa International Airport is located within the city center. From here, going to areas within the city proper would take only few minutes.

The most convenient mode of transportation from the airport is the tricycle. Tricycles can be found parked outside the airport, waiting for passengers. You’ll have to walk a bit to the gate and exit the airport to ride one.

Here are the fares from the airport to different parts of the city. Tricycles can accommodate up to 3 people.

• Within the city center: P150
• To San Jose Terminal: P200
• To Honda Bay: P500

If you’re booked with an upscale hotel or resort, double check with the management first and see if they offer free airport transfers.

WHERE TO STAY IN PUERTO PRINCESA

A lot of accommodations are situated within the city center, not too far from the airport. Beachfront hotels or resorts are usually located a bit farther. Staying in the city proper is ideal if you want to see more of the city and have easy access to its many restaurants and shops.

Top Budget Hotels & Guesthouses in Puerto Princesa

Here are some of the top-ranking but affordable properties on Agoda with over 100 reviews:

• Cleon Villas Pension. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Villa Skanderbeg Guest House. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• OYO 554 Dads Bayview Pension. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Mariafe Inn. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Greenspace Palawan Hotel. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Dolce Vita Hotel. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Floral Villarosa Hotel. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Balay Tuko Garden Inn. Check Rates & Availability! ✅

Popular Puerto Princesa Resorts

If you have a bigger budget, here are some of the most well-known properties in the city.

• Astoria Palawan Resort . Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Aziza Paradise Hotel . Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Citystate Asturias Hotel . Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort , Sabang Beach. Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Hue Hotels and Resorts . Check Rates & Availability! ✅
• Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa . Check Rates & Availability! ✅

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Puerto princesa tours & tourist spots.

Many of the attractions in Puerto Princesa can be visited as part of a tour. Although it is possible to pull a DIY to save on the costs, booking a packaged tour will make it more convenient and hassle-free. When you avail of one, you’ll also have a trained tour guide who can give you more information and insights about each spot, allowing you to appreciate it more.

In this section, we’ll share with you the best attractions and activities in Puerto Princesa, grouped according to the tours that they’re usually a part of. We’ll include costs for both packaged and DIY tours.

Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour

The city’s most well-known tourist spot, the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a Ramsar Wetland Site, and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.

On a paddle boat, you’ll be led by a guide on a journey into the cave that shelters the underground river. The tour covers only the first 1.5 kilometers, but the river measures 8.2 kilometers long in full. Some parts are open only to scientists and other permitted explorers.

Inside the cave, you will see stunning stalactites, stalagmites and the various formations that took shape for over thousands of years. You’ll also learn more about the cave system through the provided audio guide.

If you have limited time or budget and could only avail of one packaged tour, this should be it. The PPUR management only allows a limited number of tourists per day. Because of this, walk-ins are not allowed and advanced reservation is required. If you book a tour with a travel agency or tour operator, they will handle the paperwork for you. You’ll also avoid the trouble of arranging transportation to Sabang Beach which is the jump-off point, around one and a half hours away.

Packaged tours usually include:

• roundtrip land transfer to Sabang Beach
• roundtrip boat transfer to the underground river
• audio guide

You may also avail this tour via Klook for P1900. But if you have more time and bigger budget, consider doing a 3-in-1 Sabang Tour. At P3550, it includes the following:

• Sabang X Zipline
• Mangrove Paddle Tour

Check updated rates or book below:

✅ BOOK UNDERGROUND RIVER TOUR HERE!

✅ BOOK UNDERGROUND RIVER + SABANG ZIPLINE + MANGROVE PADDLE TOUR!

Honda Bay Tour is an island hopping activity that will take you to at least three islands not too far away from the city. As of this writing, only 3 islands are open for island hopping tours: Starfish Island, Luli Island, and Cowrie Island.

If you’re traveling with a large group, pulling a DIY can help you save. If you’re traveling solo, with a small group or you simply want the convenience of availing a packaged tour, travel agencies and hotels usually offer this tour for P1500 per person.

If you plan to travel independently, here are the rates for private boats. You’ll see two prices because you have two boat options: 3-cylinder and 4-cylinder boats.

• 3 Islands (Starfish, Luli & Cowrie): P1800 to P2100
• 2 Islands (Luli & Cowrie only): P1500 to P1800

You may also opt to skip the island hopping if you have a particular island you want to visit.

There’s also an environmental fee that you have to pay at the wharf. Here are the rates:

• Environmental fee: P150
• Terminal fee: P5
• Goggles & snorkel rental: P150
• Full face mask rental: P200
• Aqua shoes rental: P150
• Fins rental: P150

Each island also has a separate entrance fee and cottage rental fees as well. Here are the entrance fees per island.

• Cowrie Island: P100
• Luli Island: P70
• Starfish Island: P50

If you want to avoid the hassle of paying these fees on your own, you can just book a packaged tour. Honda Bay Tours are inclusive of land and boat transfers, entrance and cottages fees, and lunch. You may also avail this tour via Klook!

✅ RESERVE A SLOT HERE!

Puerto Princesa City Tour

This half-day tour can be done either in the morning or afternoon. Tour operators usually offer this tour for P600 per person, but you can also charter a tricycle for P1000 per vehicle, which could accommodate up to 3 people.

The city tour usually includes the following stops:

• Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center. First known as Crocodile Farming Institute, it keeps and breeds two species of crocodiles: the Philippine crocodile ( Crocodylus mindorensis ) and the saltwater crocodile ( Crocodylus porosus ). Rescued animals are also housed in this facility, especially those that are endemic to the province.
• Plaza Cuartel. A historic square, Plaza Cuartel was an old garrison where the Palawan Massacre took place in December 1944. One hundred fifty American prisoners of war were kept in a tunnel during World War II until they were killed by the Japanese by burning them alive. Eleven prisoners were able to escape and survive. Their names are now displayed on a plaque inside the plaza.
• Binuatan Creations. A gift shop where you can buy handloom woven products made from Palawan’s native grasses and fibers. Aside from shopping, you can also see how the products are made in their workshop and even try weaving yourself!
• Mitra’s Ranch. This property sitting on top of a hill in Brgy. Sta. Monica is owned by the late Senator Ramon Mitra and his family. It is open to the public and serves as a viewpoint.
• Baker’s Hill. Popular for their hopia and other pastries, this is the usual pasalubong stop! It’s also a park with many picture-worthy corners and has an in-house restaurant if you want to grab a bite.

If you want to have a more comfortable tour in an air-conditioned van, you can avail this tour on Klook.

Firefly Watching Tour

Spend a magical night and watch fireflies and the stars while on board a small boat. There are three locations for firefly watching in Puerto Princesa:

• Iwahig. The first firefly watching location in Puerto Princesa. As of writing, this is closed and firefly watching tours here are unavailable.
• Sicsican River. The tour commences on the Baywalk, where you will hop on a boat that will take you to Sicsican River. A dinner on the boat is also included on this tour.
• Nagsaguipi River. Indulge in a buffet dinner before you feast your eyes with the glowing fireflies!

Tour operators offer this tour between P1300- P1600 per person. Firefly watching tour in Nagsaguipi River is also available on Klook.

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Nagtabon Beach

Less than an hour away from the city proper, Nagtabon Beach used to be a spot for those who want to avoid the crowd. Now, a number of accommodation establishments stand along the beach, but the place remains just as breathtaking. This is a nice place to visit if you’re looking to spend more time on the beach without having to travel too far away from the city.

Make your way to San Jose terminal and hop on a bus going north. Any bus bound for Taytay, Roxas, or El Nido will do. Tell the driver to drop you off in Bacungan (P80) then ride a tricycle going to Nagtabon Beach (P300, max 3 pax).

If you’re a group, you can rent a van to take you straight to Nagtabon. If you can drive two wheels, renting a motorbike is also an option if there are two of you or you’re traveling solo.

Nagtabon Beach can also be included in your Puerto Princesa City Tour itinerary for an additional fee. Just ask your driver if he’s OK with it.

Sabang X-Zipline

Thrill-seekers will love this attraction. This 800-meter long zipline is said to be one of the longest ziplines in the Philippines. You can enjoy this solo or by pair as you glide across Sabang Beach. The ride would also treat you to a fantastic view of Sabang from above. It takes a short 15-minute hike to reach the zipline’s starting point.

This is usually packaged with Underground River since Sabang also serves as the jump-off point to it. You can do this prior to the underground river stop if there’s a long waiting time or after it just before you have lunch. Sabang X-Zipline costs P550.

You may also avail this via Klook for a discounted price.

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Other Puerto Princesa Attractions

• Ugong Rock Adventures. An adventure park located in Barangay Tagabinet where you can go trekking, rappeling, and spelunking. A 71-meter zipline is also one of the features, making your adventure more unforgettable. Book here! ✅
• Palawan Waterpark by Astoria. This is the only waterpark in Palawan. If you’re looking for an activity that kids and kids at heart alike would enjoy, add this to your itinerary. Each ticket is inclusive of a lunch buffet. Rate: Adults, P1200; Kids (4ft and below), P950; Kids (2 years old and below), FREE
• Tibag Falls. About 40 minutes away from the city center, Tibag Falls is located in Bacungan. To get here, board a bus going north at San Jose Terminal. Ask the driver to drop you off near Bacungan Bridge. From there, it would take a 2-hour walk to reach this glorious falls.

To see more places to visit, check out: PUERTO PRINCESA TOURIST SPOTS!

WHERE TO EAT IN PUERTO PRINCESA

Finding a place to eat in Puerto Princesa will not be a problem. The city center is teeming with a diverse collection of food spots. If you want to try the Puerto Princesa classics, a few of them are located along Rizal Avenue.

If you’re on a budget, you can always rely on carinderias (small eateries) where a P100-budget can get you a full meal.

Here are some of the most well-known restaurants in Puerto Princesa:

Arguably the most popular dining spot in Puerto Princesa, this homey restaurant specializes in Pinoy seafood dishes like seafood kare-kare, grilled fish, and shrimp or tuna sinigang. Their menu is composed mostly of seafood and vegetables dishes. They also have a special set meal that is good for two for only P795. If you’re planning to dine here, make sure to call the restaurant and make a reservation.

Location: Rizal Avenue, Puerto Princesa City Operating Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Lunch, 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM – Dinner; Sunda, CLOSED Contact number: (048) 726 6217

Kinabuch’s is an open-air grill and bar where you can enjoy some drinks with your meal. Their menu has a wide variety of Pinoy dishes from appetizers to dessert. It’s also a go-to place for those who want to try Puerto Princesa’s exotic dish, tamilok. It’s usually served raw with a side of spiced vinegar.

Location: Rizal Avenue, Puerto Princesa City Operating Hours: Daily, 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Cacaoyan Forest Park

Cacaoyan Forest Park is a buffet restaurant set in a lush garden bursting with IG-worthy spots. It serves as a lunch stop on many Underground River tours offered by travel agencies. But if you want to experience this on its own, best to make advance reservations.

The lunch buffet is priced at P350/person, but you can get a discount if you book with Klook.

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Location: Sabang, Puerto Princesa Operating Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM You can also order tamilok here for P100 per plate.

Other Puerto Princesa Restaurants

• Badjao Seafront Restaurant. If you want to dine by the bay and feast on fresh seafood, this is the place to be. It stands next to mangroves and has a view of the sunset which adds to its charm. Price starts at P125 up to P550. Their seafood platter costs P1,150. – Location: Abueg St., Puerto Princesa City – Operating hours: Daily, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• Balinsasayaw Restaurant. A budget-friendly restaurant serving cheap to mid-range Pinoy dishes. Their value meals costs less than P200. If you’re with a group, they also have group meals that you can avail. – Address: Manalo St., Puerto Princesa City – Operating Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
• Ka Joel’s Restaurant. Another reliable name in the city’s food scene, Ka Joel’s serves Filipino cuisine. Its bestsellers include chicken inasal and beef kare kare. – Location: Purok Centro, Puerto Princesa City – Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM- Lunch, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM- Dinner

For loaded tourists, big hotels have their in-house restaurants that highlight their take on Filipino cuisine.

• Hue Hotel houses Matiz Restaurant and Tapas Bar , which boasts a mostly Spanish menu.
• Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa has a dining complex featuring four restaurants including the Golden Elephant Seafood Village , which specializes in Thai food.

SAMPLE PUERTO PRINCESA ITINERARY

Here’s a sample 3-day 2-night Puerto Princesa itinerary with breakdown of expenses. Note that this itinerary assumes the following:

• You’re a party of 2, splitting some of the costs.
• The accommodation you’ll book costs P1500 per night. If you split it between 2 people, that would be P750 per night per person.
• You’ll book most of the tours via Klook.

But as always, feel free to make adjustments based on your schedule and preferences.

• DAY 1: CITY TOUR 08:20 AM – Arrival in Puerto Princesa 09:00 AM – Tricycle to hotel, P75 (P150/2pax) 09:20 AM – Hotel check-in 11:00 AM – Early lunch 12:30 PM – City Tour (Tricycle), P500 (P1000/2pax) – Crocodile Park: P70 – Butterfly Garden: P60 – Mitra’s Ranch: P20 04:00 PM – Hotel, freshen up 06:00 PM – Dinner at Ka Lui, P500 09:30 PM – Back to hotel
• DAY 2: UNDERGROUND RIVER 06:00 AM – Wake up call 07:00 AM – Underground River Tour, P1900, Book here! ✅ 04:00 PM – Back to hotel, Rest 07:00 PM – Dinner at Kinabuch’s, P500 10:00 PM – Back to hotel
• DAY 3: HONDA BAY TOUR 6:00 am – Wake up, early check-out, leave bags 7:00 am – Honday Bay Tour, P1640, Book here! ✅ 2:00 pm – Back to hotel, pick up bags 3:00 pm – Tricycle to airport, P75 (P150/2pax) 5:30 pm – Flight back to Manila

This itinerary would cost you around PhP 5700 (USD 103, EUR 96, SGD 139) , excluding airfare and hotel but including a bit of allowance for incidental expenses.

If you’re able to book a room for P1400/night or P700/night/person, prepare to shell out a total of PhP 7,100 (USD 128, EUR 120, SGD 172) excluding airfare but including some allowance.

You can bring the cost even lower if you’re a bigger group and by doing the Honda Bay Tour on your own (DIY-style).

MORE TIPS FOR THE POOR TRAVELER

• Tricycle fare for short distances is around P15-25. Fares to and for the airport usually cost more than the regular fares.
• Walk when you can. The streets of Puerto Princesa are punctuated with trees so it doesn’t get as hot as other highly urbanized cities.
• Bring your own reusable water bottle , so you don’t need to keep buying bottled water. Doing this will help you save money and reduce plastic waste at the same time. You can just refill your water bottle at your hotel or at your lunch/dinner stops.
• Bring insect repellent lotion. Protect yourself from mosquitoes by applying insect repellent lotion especially when you go trekking or island hopping.
• Use coral-friendly sunscreen. Avoid using sunscreen that contains ingredients that could harm the coral reef like oxybenzone and parabens.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

When is the best time to visit puerto princesa.

If you want to avoid the crowd, schedule a trip around January to February when the weather is not too hot and not that rainy either. Yet, it is also important to note that Palawan is in between two major seas, the West Philippine Sea and the Sulu Sea. Its location highly affects its weather system, which is different from the rest of the country. Even during the dry season, it could be pretty damp and rain is expected in the afternoons. In fact, our team have visited in April once and it still poured on a couple of days. And even in our other visits in other months, it would often rain in the afternoon.

Puerto Princesa is a year-round destination. While the city took a beating from Typhoon Odette a few years ago, this isn’t a normal occurrence. Palawan is located in the western extreme of the country, isolated from most other main islands. It is not along the usual typhoon route.

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Puerto Princesa Travel Requirements

Puerto Princesa is your gateway to mainland Palawan! Dubbed as the “City in the Forest”, the city has successfully balanced the development and the concern for environment. If you are planning to visit the place soon to experience everything that it offers and explore beyond to see more of the last frontier, this post will come handy. Tourists are welcome provided that these Puerto Princesa travel requirements are satisfied!

Puerto Princesa Community Alert Level

Based on latest IATF Resolution, Puerto Princesa is under Alert Level 1 .

Puerto Princesa Travel Requirements for Tourists

• Vaccination Card and/ or Vaccination Certificate from the Vax Cert ( https://vaxcert.doh.gov.ph )
• Approved  S-PASS  (Travel Coordination Permit)
• Negative Antigen Test Result taken within one (1) day
• Negative RT-PCR Test Results (Specimen taken 72 hours before check-in) from any DOH-accredited laboratories
• You may book your RT-PCR or Antigen Test at cheaper prices via Klook

Where to Stay in Puerto Princesa

There are variety of accommodations to choose from if you decide to stay in Puerto Princesa. Check out these highly rated accommodation establishments in the city.

Top-Rated Accredited Accommodations in Puerto Princesa

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2022 PUERTO PRINCESA TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 4, 2022 | Palawan , Philippines , Puerto Princesa , TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS | 0 comments

Detailed travel blog on Puerto Princesa Travel Requirements for tourists, travel restrictions, DOT-accredited accommodations in Puerto Princesa, what to do, and sample Puerto Princesa itinerary. 

Puerto Princesa is now open for local and international tourists, and the travel requirements are easy.  I just recently traveled to this bountiful capital of Palawan province for work, so I have some updated information for you. Puerto Princesa is now under Alert Level 1, so it’s now pretty safe to visit. All the tourist spots are now open again, except for Ihawig Prison and Penal Farm. And there’s no more limit on the length of stay of tourists. To help you plan your trip, here’s the latest Puerto Princesa Travel Requirements for 2022.

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Puerto Princesa Travel Requirements for Fully Vaccinated Tourists

• Vaccine Card  or Vax Cert

Puerto Princesa Travel Requirements for Non-Vaccinated and Partially Vaccinated Tourists

• Negative Antigen Test Result from any DOH-accredited laboratories, must be taken at least 1 day before arrival
• You can book your antigen test below, they’re also available in other areas like Cebu, Iloilo, Davao, etc.

Antigen Test (Metro Manila): BOOK HERE

Antigen Test (Makati, Mandaluyong, Laguna): BOOK HERE

Upon arrival at Puerto Princesa Airport, all tourists bound for Puerto Princesa will be required to undergo the health assessment.  Basically, your temperature will be checked.

* Requirements may change without prior notice. Please double check with the local government unit or with Puerto Princes Tourism for the latest updates.

WHERE TO STAY IN PUERTO PRINCESA

It’s best to book your accommodation in advance because Puerto Princesa City is huge, and you might be overwhelmed if you don’t book a hotel in advance. Book DOT-accredited accommodations, to make sure the hotel is still open because some accommodations have closed due to pandemic.

(Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort in Sabang, Puerto Princesa)

So, where to stay in Puerto Princesa? There are 2 convenient locations to stay: downtown Puerto Princesa or Sabang . Staying in Puerto Princesa city center is convenient because almost everything you need is there – hotels, restaurants, and souvenir shops. And many hotels in the city are budget-friendly. But if you are planning to stay near the beach and experience island life, Sabang is your best bet. It’s quite far from the city though, about 1 hour travel by land, but if you’re doing the Puerto Princesa Underground River, Sabang Wharf, the port where pump boats ferry visitors to the park is pretty close.

DOT-accredited hotels in Puerto Princesa (city center) :

• Filigans Hotel
• Location: Puerto Princesa City
• CHECK RATES HERE
• Blue Lagoon Inn and Suites
• Orange Mangrove Pension House
• RESERVE HERE
• Southwind Palawan
• Location: Puerto Princesa City (near Robinsons)
• RESERVE RATES HERE
• Go Hotels Palawan
• A&A Plaza Hotel

DOT-accredited hotels in Sabang, Puerto Princesa:

• Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort
• Location: Sabang, Palawan

The following are the budget accommodations in Sabang, but they’re not DOT-accredited:

• Dabdab Tourist Inn
• Hill Myna Beach Cottage

HOW TO GET TO PUERTO PRINCESA

(Sabang Port in Puerto Princesa, Palawan)

GETTING AROUND PUERTO PRINCESA CITY

Tricycle and jeepneys/multicabs are the main mode of transportation in Puerto Princesa City. The city is huge, so it’s easy to get lost. I usually just ride the tricycle if I don’t know where to go. LOL Tricycle fare in Puerto Princesa costs ₱12 (minimum fare) for the first 2 kilometers and ₱2 additional fare for every succeeding kilometer. However, due to pandemic, the usual DOT-accredited tricycles from Puerto Princesa Airport are no longer available.

Nowadays, tourists are encouraged to avail of tours from DOT-accredited travel agencies.  If you’re a large group, you can also rent a car or van from reputable tour agencies.

PUERTO PRINCESA TOURS

  Here are the usual tours you can avail in Puerto Princesa:

• Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour : BOOK HERE
• Sabang Zipline: RESERVE HERE
• Honda Bay Tour: BOOK HERE
• Puerto Princesa City Tour

ALSO READ: SABANG MANGROVE FOREST TOUR IN PUERTO PRINCESA

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(Puerto Princesa Underground River)

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