Underground River with Dinner at Kalui
ID: GYG621830-1038213
Category:
Country: Philippines
Duration:
1 days
Description
The Underground River stretches for about 8.2 kilometers (5 miles) and is one of the longest navigable underground rivers in the world.
The Underground River, also known as the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the province of Palawan, Philippines. It's renowned for its stunning limestone karst landscape and its impressive underground river system.
The Underground River stretches for about 8.2 kilometers (5 miles) and is one of the longest navigable underground rivers in the world. However, only a portion of it, about 4.3 kilometers (2.7 miles), is open to tourists. Visitors typically embark on guided boat tours that take them deep into the cave, where they can marvel at the spectacular rock formations, stalactites, and stalagmites illuminated by spotlights.
Aside from its natural beauty, the Underground River is also home to a diverse ecosystem, including several endemic species of flora and fauna. It's a habitat for various wildlife, such as bats, swiftlets, and reptiles, making it not only a geological wonder but also an important ecological site.
To preserve its natural integrity and manage tourism sustainably, visitor access to the Underground River is regulated. Visitors need to secure permits and join guided tours organized by accredited operators. This helps minimize the impact of tourism on the delicate cave environment while ensuring that visitors can safely enjoy this extraordinary natural wonder.
Overall, the Underground River is a must-visit destination for travelers exploring Palawan, offering a unique and unforgettable experience of exploring an underground wonderland amid stunning natural surroundings.
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Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.