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weekenders PALAWAN ISLAND, PHILIPPINES
boat ride to the river, or hike through a monkey trail. An alternative way is to
hire a pump boat ride from Bahile wharf. Travel time through Barangay Cabayugan is about one and a half hours.
While in Puerto Princesa also check out Honda Bay. The bay consists of several islands with shallow reefs bordering fabulous beaches which have become the favorite swimming, snorkeling, and diving destinations for international tourists. These islands including the Cannon Island, Bat Island, Lu-Ii Island, Meara Marina and Starfish Island are known
for their fine white sand and clear water teeming with varieties of starfish. Pump boats can be hired to take tourists to Honda Bay, which is located in Lourdes, about 8 miles east of Puerto Princesa.
Palawan Island is accessible by air and boat from Manila, Iloilo and Cebu. It is approximately 55 minutes by air from Manila and 1 hour 15 minutes from Cebu. Public transport within Palawan consist of buses, vans and tricycles and there is a big well organized transport terminal at Puerto Princesa, where travelers can access flights to other parts of Palawan.
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EAT
RELAX
Palawan Heritage center
T: +63 9996 562471
Rizal Avenue Extension | Barangay Banaco- Bancao, Puerto Princesa, Palawan Island 5300, Philippines
Experience a half day wilderness jet boating adventure beneath spectacular views of Mount Aspiring and her glaciers. Ride on purpose built jet boats as you wind your way past towering mountains, waterfalls and Lord of The Rings film locations. A highlight is the remote guided walk into an ancient beech forest. Departs 11am, allow four hours.
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STAY
rcI aFFILIated reSortS on PaLawan ISLand IncLude:
astoria Palawan c948
Located in San Rafael, the Astoria Palawan provides a relaxing and pampered vacation experience while upholding a strong eco- friendly environment. Guests can enjoy the outdoor grill and bar or cool off at the water park. The resort incorporates a rustic, modern design that utilises raw concrete, local stones and sustainable building materials. San Rafael is just a short drive from Puerto Princesa City, where visitors can find a host of shopping and dining options in one of the cleanest and greenest cities in the world.
For additional resort listings, visit rcI.com
Puerto Princesa
Subterranean River National Park
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KaLui’s
T: + 63 928 753 9621
369 Rizal Avenue Puerto Princesa, 5300 Philippines
Kalui’s is the most famous restaurant in Puerto Princesa and is a must visit place among travelers. The restaurant is made of native wooden timbers and footwear should be left before entering the restaurant. Small lockers are provided. A wide variety of meals are offered including seafood, sashimi, tempura, shellfish soup, sinigang, baked mussel and many more.
www.kaluirestaurant.com Kinabuchs Grill & bar
T: +63 48 434 5194
369, Rizal Ave, Lungsod ng Puerto Princesa, 5300 Philippines
A large open air bar with several billiard tables, big-screen TVs and an extensive menu, most visitors come for the lively atmosphere. The place is also filled with motorbikes and Harley Davidson memorabilia. Adventurous eaters can try the tamilok, basically a woodworm that’s said to taste like an oyster. Open 5pm to 2am.
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ugong rock
Ugong Rock is a limestone rock formation located at Baranggay Tagabinet, about an hour from Puerto Princesa. It is also on the way to the Underground River (UR) so it’s advisable to do the climb in the morning while waiting for your UR tour in the afternoon. The Rock stands about 75 feet high and you can climb through caves and crevices. It’s advisable to wear proper hiking gear. Cost is P200 (SGD$5.75)/person. www.tripadvisor.com.au
Palawan wildlife rescue & conservation center
T: +63 949 946 5472
National Highway, San Juan bldg, Puerto Princesa, 5300, Philippines
This wildlife reserve houses hundreds of crocodiles, from newly hatched to scary behemoths. Guided tours leave every 30 minutes. The Philippine Crocodile is currently included in the endangered species list and the conservation center is looking at ways
to increase the crocodile numbers. The center takes care of other animals including ostriches, cockatoos and bearcats. Admission P40(SGD$1.15). Open 8.30-11.30am & 1.30- 4.30pm Mon-Sat.
open 8.30am – 5pm. adults $15, children $5 www.facebook.com/pwrcc2014
EXPLORE
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Palawan Special battalion ww2 Memorial Museum
T: +63 9996 562471
Rizal Avenue Extension | Barangay Banaco- Bancao, Puerto Princesa, Palawan Island 5300, Philippines
This privately owned World War II themed museum details the important events from
the first American colonists who set up a government in Palawan to fight the Japanese invasion during World War II. The displays feature many vintage weapons and equipment. It’s just a quick trike ride from the airport.
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