Published on Jan, 2025
We had such an amazing day with World Holiday Travel and Tours! We booked the Amazing 3in1 Palawan Underground River & Ugong cave + zipline.
Our guide, Xio, was fantastic—super knowledgeable, friendly, and reassuring. He not only gave us a great overview of Puerto Princesa’s history and culture but also explained exactly how the day would go, which really helped us relax. We were a bit nervous about timing, especially with the zip-line and getting back to our cruise ship, but Xio made everything so easy and answered all our questions.
One of the best parts of the tour was how smooth and efficient everything went, Xio made sure we didn’t waste any time, and we were even rushed to the front of the line for the boats at the Palawan Underground River. No long waits—just straight into the experience, which was amazing! As it was a private tour, we didn’t have to wait for anyone else, so we had plenty of time to enjoy each activity. We also got our own boat which was really great. If you’re coming from a cruise ship, I’d definitely recommend booking a private tour like this. Make sure you leave the ship early, before the big crowds, so you can get to the Underground River before the rush.
As for the Underground River itself—wow! It was absolutely stunning, unlike anything we’ve ever seen. The audio guide was really interesting and explained all the incredible formations we were looking at. Xio also made the whole process so easy, from start to finish.
The Ugong Caves and zip-line were also highlights. Exploring the caves was so much fun (even squeezing through some tight spots), and the zip-line was an absolute must-do! It was such a fun and adventurous way to end the day.
One thing to mention is the drive to and from the sites. The roads are windy, and the driver was a bit fast at times. We’re sure we could have asked him to slow down if it bothered us, but it’s worth keeping in mind if you get motion sickness or prefer a slower pace.
All in all, the tour was incredible. World Holiday Travel and Tours and our guide Xio really went above and beyond to make it a perfect day. If you’re visiting Puerto Princesa, especially by cruise ship, this is the tour to book!
