Puerto Princesa

Puerto Princesa

The City of Puerto Princesa in Palawan, Philippines is located 306 nautical miles southwest of Manila, 205 nautical miles from Panay and about 250 nautical miles from Zamboanga. It is bounded on the North by the Municipality of San Vicente and Roxas and on the South by the Municipality of Aborlan. Its western side faces the South China Sea while in its eastern coast lays the Sulu Sea.

Attractions

Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park - A must-see for first time visitors and tourists in Palawan. The longest and reputedly the most beautiful subterranean river in the world. uerto Princesa Bay Located mideast of the city. Tricycles within the city proper can take visitors to the port of Puerto Princesa where one can have leisurely walks at sunrise and catch a glorious view of the bay, or when going to other destinations within the bay area. The area is a major entry point by water access to the City of Puerto Princesa. It offers first impressions to the traveler. The site is ideal for bay and mangrove cruises. Bayside resorts provide accommodation and dining facilities with a panoramic view of the bay. Others also offer water-based sports activities. The annual celebration of Layagan, a boat sailing contest and festival that commence from San Rafael off Honda Bay culminates at the bay area. Puerto Princesa bay is a major port of call for smaller ships and boats going to Sulu Sea destinations such as the Cuyo islands and Tubbataha Reef, a diver’s paradise. Cleopatra's Needle About 1,600 meters high, it provides a panoramic view of Puerto Princesa City. A very challenging climb for mountaineers. On the way up, trekkers will find rivers and cascading streams, quiet fields, and lush forests.

Activities

Just a few minutes north of the city proper, hop onto a boat and go island hopping at Honda Bay located in the mid-eastern coast of the city. Take your pick from dozens of white sand beaches.

Currency

Currency in Philippines: Philippine peso (PHP)

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Sailing Calendar

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