Major city
Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa is the entry for the Underground River and southern Palawan; 1–2 nights before moving to El Nido or Port Barton.
Not field-verifiedbasic guide
Rules in force · 3
- Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
- Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
Puerto Princesa is the capital of Palawan. The city is a working town; the draw is the UNESCO-listed Puerto Princesa Underground River and Honda Bay, and it is the usual entry point by air to Palawan.
At a glance
- Known for
- Underground River · Honda Bay · Palawan gateway · Seafood
- Best months
- Dec–May
- Avoid
- Jul–Oct (rain)
- Nights
- 1–2
- Airports
- PPS Puerto Princesa International (Close to the city; tricycle or taxi.)
Where to sleep
City centre
Restaurants and tour offices close by.
Getting around
Tricycles in town; vans and tours for the Underground River. Book the river permit through licensed operators in advance.
Watch out
- Underground River permits are limited; book ahead.
- Sea trips can be cancelled in weather; leave buffer time.
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Puerto Princesa. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
Sources
Sources
- Philippines Department of Tourism (official)
- Wikivoyage — Puerto Princesa (secondary)