No trip to Palawan is complete without going to the Underground River. This river is part of the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park which is a World Heritage Site. This natural wonder features an 8.2 kilometers navigable river reputed to be the world's longest that winds through a spectacular cave before emptying out into the South China Sea.
The following photos were taken during my trip there last year. Pardon the because these shots were taken using my old low-res sony cybershot digital camera:
From the City proper, it took us almost two hours to reach Barangay Cabayugan in Sitio Sabang. Then, from Sabang Beach,we had about thirty-minute boat ride to reach the Park.
The following photos were taken during my trip there last year. Pardon the because these shots were taken using my old low-res sony cybershot digital camera:
From the City proper, it took us almost two hours to reach Barangay Cabayugan in Sitio Sabang. Then, from Sabang Beach,we had about thirty-minute boat ride to reach the Park.
Upon arrival to the site, what will greet you is the powdery white sand of the beach front leading to a mini-forest trail. Then, you have to wait in line for your chance to ride another boat that will tour you inside the cave.
We have only navigated about three kilometers of the river’s length. And once inside, you will see hundreds of bats and birds with various droppings falling unto you. It was very dark and eerie, but at the same time amazing. And using our imaginations we have seen various images from rock formations such as The Holy Family, a cathedral, curtains and some other objects.
After the Underground River ride, we decided to stay for a while in a guided mini-forest trail where you could see birds and bayawaks freely roaming around. Then, we spend a few more minutes enjoying the scenery and the beauty of the beach before heading back to Sabang Beach where our ride awaits.
mukang napaaga ata ang punta mo ng palawan. di ba sabi mo december pa? baka kasi bumalik ako ng sagada instead of palawan this december kasi meron akong special project. tutulong sa tourism ng sagada. :)
ReplyDeleteanyway, im not sure if you've seen my sagada video. but clickthecity is currently playing my sagada video. eto ang link if you would like to see it:
http://www.clickthecity.com/clipcast/?v=357
Naglibot ka na naman? Di mo na naman ako sinama. Waaaah!!!
ReplyDeleteAng sarap naman, I've only been to Apulit Island in Palawan and next on my list pa lang ang Puerto princessa and El Nido. Gustong gusto ko ring makita yang Underground river na yan. Thanks for giving us an account there.
ReplyDeleteLovely sight specially the one where the boat will enter the cave. Its like entering the unknown.
ReplyDelete@ biyaheng pinoy - actually these sets of photos were taken last year pa.
ReplyDeleteill be heading to davao and general santos over the weekend so baka next year na yung palawan.
congrats sa sagada video mo and have a sefe trip in sagada.
@ anonymous - hehehe pakilala ka kasi para makasama ka.
ReplyDelete@ ferdz - thanx. i still believe dapat ikaw nanalo sa webbies, i have checked the blog of the winner pero mas maganda hamak blog mo. (no offense meant to the winner).
ReplyDelete@ foxy - hello again and thanx for the visit. mas doble excitement kasi cave at river in one yung pinasok namin. Di mo alam kung ano nasa itaas at nasa baba mo.
ReplyDeletethanks for your comment in our blog
ReplyDeleteWow! Straight into the cave, that must be something. A lifetime experience I'd say.
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waaaahhh! i really want to go to Palawan! sana this vacation! pero ayoko ng magiging kasama ko. if i can go without them! heheh. nice pics mr. lawstude! ingats k po=)
ReplyDeleteTry diving in Palawan. You'll never regret it. The colorful corals and fish down there are simply great!
ReplyDeleteso my palawan trip was not really complete-- it was even a disaster.
ReplyDeletehope to return there someday
@ nitroglic - gracias
ReplyDelete@ kyels - indeed, an experience i definitely wont forget.
ReplyDelete@ cedeux - thank you. dont cry na, punta ka na sa palawan, iwan mo na lang kasama mo.
ReplyDelete@ abaniko - i tried snorkling, next time ill try diving.
ReplyDelete@ tutubi - well sh*t happens even if d trip is well planned. i just try to make d best out of that sh*tty situation.
ReplyDeleteUnderground rive is one of the most important spots in Palawan that I missed when I visited the place...
ReplyDeleteI always wanted to go there. I heard so much about the place. Hope I could go there soon.
ReplyDeleteI always wanted to go there. I heard so much about the place. Hope I could go there soon.
ReplyDelete@ dodong flores - too bad, the place is really awesome. worth the long trip.
ReplyDelete@ tonette - tnx 4 d visit, i highly recommend the place.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures and a fabulous travelogue. A nice way out of files, codes and statutes... ;)
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
@ GMG - yup, nice way out of codes and statutes indeed. life does not need to be confined to work. have a great weekend too.
ReplyDelete'Twud have been a lot better had you stayed overnight in a Sabang Cottage. BTW, there is a monkey trail to the Underground River - an hour walk, they say. Hvent tried it myself, but the next time I go there, i surely will walk my way to UG. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteHave just visited this place last week and it was awesome...i was just looking for photos of capiz windows which led me to your site. Awesome travel photos. I leave abroad though grew up there - have yet to explore more of the philippines. christel
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