Puerto Princesa City Tour: Wildlife, History & Baywalk

See the crocodile farm and baywalk in one morning without arranging transport

A half-day city tour of Puerto Princesa visiting the crocodile farm, heritage or World War 2 museum (depending on the day), baywalk, Plaza Cuartel, Sta Monica's Mitra Ranch and Bakers Hill for snacks and souvenirs. The tour includes roundtrip transportation and an English-speaking guide. You choose between a private tour or a shared group departure. Infants and small children are welcome, and the pace suits first-time visitors and families.

Step-by-step itinerary

Puerto Princesa city tour and museums

• Visit Palawan Nature and Wildlife Conservation Center
• Snack and take pictures at Bakers Hill
• Take pictures at Sta Monica Ranch
• Take pictures at Baywalk
• Take pictures at Plaza Cuartel
• Visit Heritage Museum (Mon-Fri) or World War 2 Museum (Sat-Sun)

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel or cruise port and heads straight to the Palawans Nature and Wildlife Conservation Center, where you'll see endangered animals including Palawan bearcats, crocodiles and the Palawan eagle. After time for photos and snacks at the park, the route moves through the city's main stops: the baywalk for picture-taking, Plaza Cuartel (a historical site), and Sta Monica's Mitra Ranch for views across the area. Bakers Hill rounds out the morning with a chance to pick up local snacks and souvenirs before heading back.

Which museum you visit depends on when you go. Weekdays include the heritage museum, which covers Palawan's history and culture. On weekends, the tour visits the World War 2 museum instead. Both are built into the six-hour timeframe. The air-conditioned vehicle stays with you throughout, and the guide handles the route and timing so you don't have to navigate between stops. Several of the sites are part of sustainable tourism programs, meaning your visit supports local livelihoods.

You'll pick your tour style at checkout: private tours run on your schedule, while shared departures run on a fixed timetable with other travelers. Both include all entry fees, taxes and transportation.

What’s included

• Roundtrip hotel or cruise port pickup.
• English-speaking guide.
• entry to the crocodile farm and museum.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the full six hours.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

2 options

Shared city tourGuide in English · 13:30Pickup is included

Private tourGuide in English · 08:30 and 13:30Your group gets a private tour, and pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 13:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (8 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Child (3 to 7 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Puerto Princesa World Holiday Transport and Rental Service

Is this one for you?Choose the private tour if you want to set your own pace and timing. Pick the shared departure if you prefer a fixed schedule and the chance to meet other travelers. Either way, the six-hour window fits the main city sights without eating a full day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 7 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What animals will I see at the crocodile farm?

The Palawans Nature and Wildlife Conservation Center holds endangered species including Palawan bearcats, crocodiles and the Palawan eagle. You'll have time to photograph them and grab snacks at the park.

Does the tour visit different museums on different days?

Yes. The heritage museum runs Monday through Friday and covers Palawan's history. On Saturday and Sunday, the tour visits the World War 2 museum instead. Both are included in the tour price.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup is included from your hotel or cruise port. The roundtrip transportation is part of the tour, and the air-conditioned vehicle stays with the group for all six hours.

How much time do I spend at each stop?

The tour is structured as a half-day experience covering six stops within six hours, including the crocodile farm, museum, baywalk, Plaza Cuartel, Sta Monica's Mitra Ranch and Bakers Hill. The guide manages the pace and timing at each location.