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The City of Puerto Princesa (Filipino: Lungsod ng Puerto Princesa), the capital of Palawan, is a first class city in the Philippines. According to the 2007 census, it has a population of 210,508 people in 33,306 households. It is famous for its crocodile farms, underground rivers and dive spots. It is also thev largest city in the Philippines in terms of total land area.

 

The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features a spectacular limestone karst landscape with its underground river. A distinguishing feature of the river is that it flows directly into the sea, and the lower portion of the river is subject to tidal influences. The area also represents a significant habitat for biodiversity conservation. The site contains a full mountain to the sea ecosystem and protects forests, which are among the most significant in Asia.

 

 

 

Getting There

 

Air travel from Manila to Puerto Princesa takes less than an hour and is available daily via Air Philippines, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines .

 

It takes 18 to 22 hours from Manila on board the Superferry and Negros Navigation. Superferry calls on Puerto Princesa once a week.

 

 

 

Activities

 

Underground River Adventure

 

It is believed to be one of the longest navigable underground river in the world which features cathedral-like caverns and domes. The stalactites and stalagmites formation resembles like religious images, fruits and birds. Truly, an admirable underworld that project the omnipotence of the Creator over human hands. The Underground River is home to other cove dwelling fauna.

 

 

Scuba Diving

 

Palawan waters are among the best in the world. A divers paradise, it has miles of sub-surface coral and rainbow reef walls which surround the coasts and coves teeming with rich marine life.

 

 

Snorkeling / Island Hopping

 

Honda Bay provides visitors to Puerto Princesa City a chance to view nature without having a plan for a long trip. One might plan for day's island hopping, swimming and snorkeling or even just an afternoon picnic on a deserted sandbar all your own. Here, one can rent a boat for island hopping trip to explore the many islands that dot the day.

 

 

City Tour

 

Attractions such as Palawan Museum, Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm and Palawan Wildlife Rescue and conservation Center - all accessible in a day trip, capped off by a night out at any of Puerto Princesa's many interesting dining and entertainment places. The town itself has a rich culture derived from indigenous traditions and the added influence of immigrants coming from other parts of the Philippines and other countries.

 

 

Dolphin Watching

 

See long-snouted spinner dolphins! These warm-blooded and air-breathing mammals known as "lumba-lumba" are very acrobatic animals with a triangular dorsal fin. Its color is dark gray on the sides and white on the belly. Chances of seeing a dolphin are best when the seas are flat. Agitated seas, high winds and execessive glare make it more difficult to see them.

 

 

Sunset Cruise / Firefly Watching

 

A breathtaking trip  around Puerto Princesa Bay at sundown. Watch the sun descend along the horizon. When the night falls, enjoy the magical experience of watching the fireflies illuminate the mangroves.