RIVER TRIPS · THE PHILIPPINES RIVER CRUISES

The 15 Best River Cruises in the Philippines

27 tours  ·  from $24 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 river cruises in the Philippines justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Full-Day Trip - The 1.5-hour drive to Sabang
1-Day Tours, Full-Day, Puerto Princesa River Cruises, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Underground River and Cave Trips, Underground River and Cave Trips in the Philippines

From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Full-Day Trip

1.Underground River Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,460 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $48Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours traveling from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then cruise by pump boat and paddleboat into the famous Underground River. Guides such as Jeff, Reggie, Sky, and Ate Ara have helped make the day smooth and informative. Lunch, hotel transfers, and optional zipline or mangrove tours are included.

“The tour was fantastic! Our guide (Josh) was not only funny but also made sure we were well taken care of the whole time. The underground river? Absolutely breathtaking - definitely a once-in-a-lifetime kind of wonder. Just remember to bring some cash for the 150 PHP fee. The buffet food… well, let’s just say it filled the stomach, not the soul.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bohol: Premium Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & River Experience - A quiet look at Bohol’s tarsiers
Dessert Tours, Luxury River Cruises, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews

Bohol: Premium Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & River Experience

2.Bohol: Premium Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & River Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 804 reviews · 7 hours · from $43

Spend seven hours exploring Bohol with an English-speaking guide such as Christine, Dexter, Mary, or Mariel. Visit the Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary, Man-Made Forest, and Loboc River. Transport, tickets, and timing are handled for you, while the river buffet costs ₱950 extra.

“The best 24hour trip to beautiful Bohol. So grateful to Christine, our guide, and her team. The day ran smoothly, we experienced so much, it was great value for money. Would recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Underground River Day Trip from Puerto Princesa City - Sabang Beach is more than a beach stop
1-Day Tours, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Underground River and Cave Trips, Underground River and Cave Trips in the Philippines

Underground River Day Trip from Puerto Princesa City

3.Underground River Day Trip from Puerto Princesa City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 261 reviews · from $50

Ride an air-conditioned van from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, cross the sea by boat, then paddle into a UNESCO-listed cave filled with stalactites and bats. The package includes lunch, permits, and hotel pickup. Add a zipline, mangrove trip, massage, or private touring, but allow extra time for queues.

“There is a 20 minute boat ride from beach to underground river. The other description is correct. Don’t miss this”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Guided Day Trip - The early ride from Puerto Princesa to Sabang
1-Day Tours, Guided, Puerto Princesa River Cruises, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Underground River and Cave Trips, Underground River and Cave Trips in the Philippines

From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Guided Day Trip

4.Underground River Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 167 reviews · 9 hours · from $41

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then ride by boat into the UNESCO-listed Underground River. A licensed guide, English audio tour, air-conditioned van, and hotel transfers are included. Guides such as Echo, Shy, Mario, and Jeff may lead the day, while ziplining and mangrove tours are optional extras.

“After booking, I was contacted asking for more information. Which is good, but when trying to find what our pickup time was it was bit ridiculous. Finally at 8:30pm before the tour they had narrowed it down to a one hour gap. So am I supposed to wait in the lobby for up to an hour for pick up? In the morning it was narrowed to 15minutes at the end of the window. Not mich help when already up for early morning pickup. Then after it was another 30-40 minutes picking others up before we headed to the cave. Driver and tour guide were great! It looks like all the…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Puerto Princesa: Underground River, Zipline, Paddleboat Tour - The 90-minute ride from Puerto Princesa to Sabang
Puerto Princesa River Cruises, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours, Underground River and Cave Trips, Underground River and Cave Trips in the Philippines, Zip Lines

Puerto Princesa: Underground River, Zipline, Paddleboat Tour

5.Underground River, Zipline, Paddleboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 158 reviews · 10 hours · from $77

Spend 10 hours exploring Sabang with a guide such as Jeff, Steph, or Eco. Ride by boat into the Underground River, hear multilingual audio commentary, eat a Filipino buffet lunch, zip 800 meters above the coast, and finish with a calm mangrove paddleboat ride.

“Rowena our main guide was excellent. She kept us informed every step of the way. Our driver was also courteous and very nice. Our underground boat guide RJ was hilarious. His story telling of the caves was very interesting and he answered all our questions. We really enjoyed the underground caves. The zipline over the ocean was a great ride. Make sure whatever you bring is secured as they don't have pouches for loose things. And be prepared for the hike. It is through the side of the mountain. Watch your step. Last but not least was the mangroves. Our guide was funny and she pointed out sleeping snakes on…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise - Chocolate Hills: Bohol’s strangest view
Lunch Experiences, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise

6.Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · from $145

You’ll leave Cebu at about 6:00 am for a full day in Bohol, traveling by ferry and air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Dolly, Jojo, or Janis. See the Chocolate Hills, tarsiers, mahogany forest, Baclayon Church, and Blood Compact Monument, then enjoy a buffet lunch, music, and dancing on the Loboc River.

“I liked the tour. The guide gave us a lot of interesting information, both on the history and the customs. The main things to see where the chocolate hills, the tarsiers and the river cruise. The blood compact monument is a very short stop at a modern statue; the church is interesting but like many others; and at the mahogany forest we didn't stop, just went through. We spent most of the time travelling (on the boat to and from Bohol, and on the car), but that was expected. What I didn't like was that I had to wait a lot of time in the morning before taking the boat…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Chocolate hills tour with Tarsier & Loboc river Buffet Lunch (half-day tour) - Meeting Bohol’s tiny tarsiers
Buffet Experiences, Dessert Tours, Half-Day, Lunch Experiences, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

Chocolate hills tour with Tarsier & Loboc river Buffet Lunch (half-day tour)

7.Chocolate hills tour with Tarsier & Loboc river Buffet Lunch (half-day tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · from $79Top rated

Spend 5 to 6 hours touring Bohol by private vehicle, with stops at the Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Conservation Area, Bilar Man-Made Forest, Baclayon Church, and Blood Compact Monument. Guides such as Silo, Harvey, Randy, and Joemar tailor the pace, while lunch comes with a Loboc River cruise and live entertainment.

“Our guide Harvey was amazing! He was very knowledgeable about all the sites and an excellent driver, he even gave us great recommendations for the rest of our time in Bohol. The chocolate hills were beautiful and the tarsier sanctuary was very well organized, ethical, and safe for the animals.”

Check availability →Read our full review

BOHOL: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers and Loboc River Day Tour - Blood Compact Shrine: a short historical opening
Dessert Tours, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

BOHOL: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers and Loboc River Day Tour

8.BOHOL: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers and Loboc River Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 146 reviews · 7 hours · from $38

Spend about seven hours touring Bohol in a spacious air-conditioned van with a local guide such as Kaye, Jane, or Jeff. Visit the Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary, Bilar Man-Made Forest, Blood Compact Shrine, Baclayon Church, and optional Loboc River Cruise, with photo help and flexible add-ons.

“Our experience with the tour service was absolutely fantastic! The tour guide and driver were both excellent. Ensuring our trip was smooth and enjoyable. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. We highly recommend this service to anyone looking for a hassle-free and memorable experience. Kudos to the team for a job well done!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bohol: Chocolate Hills Tour with Loboc River Cruise & Lunch - Starting with the Blood Compact Monument
Dessert Tours, Lunch Experiences, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

Bohol: Chocolate Hills Tour with Loboc River Cruise & Lunch

9.Bohol: Chocolate Hills Tour with Loboc River Cruise & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 132 reviews · 8 hours · from $68

Spend about eight hours visiting Bohol’s Blood Compact Monument, Baclayon Church, tarsier sanctuary, Man-Made Forest, Chocolate Hills, and Loboc River. A driver such as Julius, Jason, or Andrew handles the route, while you enjoy a buffet lunch and Filipino entertainment aboard the river boat.

“This was a great day out seeing lots of sights in Bohol. We got to experience the Chocolate Hills, a butterfly sanctuary and mini zoo (where you can see / hold various animals), a famous Church, a Tarsier sanctuary and an amazing buffet lunch on a river boat. There were lots of items on the itinerary so it felt worth our money. Hilight was definitely the boat linch- so delicious! The initial car journey was 1h30, and then there are additional journeys between each location, so make sure you have something to entertain yourself in the car. I would definitely recommend this activity, as it was a great day out!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Puerto Princesa: Underground River Tour - Morning pickup and the road to Sabang
Puerto Princesa River Cruises, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours, Underground River and Cave Trips, Underground River and Cave Trips in the Philippines

Puerto Princesa: Underground River Tour

10.Underground River Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 129 reviews · 7 hours · from $41

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then by motorboat to the famous Underground River. Inside, a 45-minute audio tour explains the cave’s rock formations. Guides such as Reg, Jeff, Echo, and Brian are praised for keeping the long day organized and informative.

“Everything I expected it to be. Service was above and beyond.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Puerto Princesa: Underground River and Firefly Watching Tour - Crossing to the Underground River
Puerto Princesa River Cruises, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours, Underground River and Cave Trips, Underground River and Cave Trips in the Philippines

Puerto Princesa: Underground River and Firefly Watching Tour

11.Underground River and Firefly Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 10 hours · from $86

Spend 10 hours traveling from Puerto Princesa to the UNESCO-listed Underground River, then return after a hotel break for mangrove firefly watching. Your English or Tagalog guide handles boats, meals, permits, and transfers. Guides named Echo, Jed, and Jack have all been praised for their care and clear explanations.

“There was a lot to see i puerto Princesa on the tour. I really enjoyed the whole experience and it gave me a good insight into the city and its history”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bohol: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers, & Loboc River Tour - Tarsiers require quiet attention
Dessert Tours, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

Bohol: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers, & Loboc River Tour

12.Bohol: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers, & Loboc River Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 88 reviews · from $24Best value

Spend a full day exploring Bohol with a local driver-guide, visiting the Chocolate Hills, Philippine tarsiers, Baclayon Church, Blood Compact Monument, and National Museum. Hotel pickup, air-conditioning, and photo help are included. Add the Loboc River buffet cruise, zipline, ATV ride, or cave visit.

“The tour was amazing. Justin was very friendly and made the trip a blast. Everything worked very seamlessly, and we got to see the most important parts of Bohol. We had an amazing experience with the Tarsiers and the Chocolate Hills among other visits. We also did the river cruise and would recommend doing that add-on as well.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bohol Private Tour: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & Loboc River - Starting early and settling into the van
Dessert Tours, Private River Charters, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

Bohol Private Tour: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & Loboc River

13.Bohol Private Tour: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & Loboc River

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 85 reviews · 8 - 14 hours · from $58

Spend 8 to 14 hours touring Bohol by private air-conditioned van, with a local driver-guide and stops at the National Museum, Blood Compact Monument, Baclayon Church, tarsier sanctuary, Loboc River, Man-Made Forest, and Chocolate Hills. Add a river cruise, ATV ride, or zipline for more adventure.

“Our guide Migs was great, very knowledgeable and made sure we had a great day!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bohol Chocolate Hills Tour with Loboc River Lunch Buffet - The Blood Compact Monument and Bohol’s Spanish-era past
Buffet Experiences, Dessert Tours, Lunch Experiences, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

Bohol Chocolate Hills Tour with Loboc River Lunch Buffet

14.Bohol Chocolate Hills Tour with Loboc River Lunch Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 51 reviews · 8 hours · from $58

Spend eight hours touring Bohol from McDonald’s Panglao with an English-speaking driver. Visit the Blood Compact Monument, Baclayon Church, Xzootic Animal Park, Man-Made Forest, Tarsier Sanctuary, and Chocolate Hills, then finish with a two-hour Loboc River lunch cruise.

“I read other people comments of similar tours and knew what to expect, good experience. I went with group (11) to Chocolate Hill viewing platform while my 2 friends did the ATV activity. They had a blast and their photos showed this. Lunch on river cruise was delicious and entertainment excellent”

Check availability →Read our full review

Puerto Princesa: Underground River Tour - Morning pickup and the road to Sabang
Puerto Princesa River Cruises, River Cruises, the Philippines River Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours, Underground River and Cave Trips, Underground River and Cave Trips in the Philippines

Puerto Princesa: Underground River Tour

15.Underground River Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 40 reviews · 9 hours · from $52

You travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, stop at Buenavista Viewdeck, cross to the cave by motorized boat, then ride a paddleboat through the Underground River. An English or Tagalog guide, audio guide, lunch, permits, and city hotel transfers are included. Optional Ugong Rock Zipline and mangrove tours cost extra.

“Très bonne journée, nous sommes partis à 7h30 et nous sommes revenus à 17h, les guides sont venus nous chercher à notre hôtel comme c’était notifié. Très bon guide. À savoir, nous avons fait un premier stop où il y avait une vue panoramique de quoi acheter des souvenirs, manger, s’hydrater et aller au WC. Nous avons repris la route et fait un nouveau stop pour une activité zip Line ou mangroove ou les deux, à savoir qu’il faut rajouter en plus de se que vous avez déjà payer. Ensuite nous sommes aller manger, c’était un buffet philippins, très très bon y il y a de quoi manger, dommage que…”

Check availability →Read our full review

New in the Philippines River Cruises

★ 4.5Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour with ZiplineFrom $6515 reviews
★ 4.4Private Full-Day Tour To Underground River15 reviews
★ 4.1Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour in PalawanFrom $4811 reviews
★ 4.5Bohol: Full Day Countryside Tour w Loboc River LunchFrom $10313 reviews
★ 4.9Bohol: Chocolate Hills, Tarsier, and Loboc River TourFrom $7214 reviews
★ 4.6Bohol: Choco Tour + Loboc River Lunch Buffet + ATV AdventureFrom $12110 reviews

Keep browsing

River CruisesNile CruisesDouro River CruisesSeine River CruisesMekong Delta ToursRiver Rafting
Scroll to Top

Every kind of river day

An hour, an evening, a set of rapids or a week aboard.

The great rivers

Nile SailingsThe DouroThe SeineThe DanubeMekong Delta

By the hour

Sightseeing HoursDinner SailingsSunset SailingsThe ThamesChao Phraya

Paddle and rapids

White-Water RaftingKayak and CanoeTubingBamboo RaftsWaterfall Trips

Nights aboard

River CruisesCabins and SuitesPrivate ChartersYangtze and LiThe Amazon

Rivers by place

Every country and city on the site, from the Nile to the Chicago.

Africa & the Middle East

EgyptCairoLuxorAswanGizaZimbabweVictoria FallsTurkeyAlanya

Western Europe

FranceParisPortugalPortoLisbonSpainSevilleItalyRomeSwitzerlandZurich

Britain & Central Europe

the UKLondonGermanyBerlinAustriaViennaHungaryBudapestCzechiaPraguePolandKrakow

The Balkans

CroatiaSplitOmisSloveniaBovecAlbaniaBelgrade

Southeast Asia

VietnamHo Chi Minh CityHanoiHoi AnCan ThoThailandBangkokChiang MaiCambodiaSiem ReapIndonesiaUbudMalaysiaSingaporethe PhilippinesPuerto Princesa

East Asia

ChinaGuilinShanghaiSeoul

The Americas

the USAChicagoPortlandNew York CityWashington DCLas VegasMoabCanadaJamaicaMontego BayOcho RiosCosta RicaDominican RepublicPunta CanaBrazilManaus

Australia & New Zealand

AustraliaBrisbaneMelbournePerthAdelaideNew ZealandQueenstown