Destination

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Duration
Half Day
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Tour Type
Puerto Princesa Tour
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Group Size
10
Puerto Princesa

Firefly Watching Tour

At night, the riverbanks come alive with the soft, flickering light of thousands of fireflies, creating a surreal experience that feels like stepping into a fairytale. This natural phenomenon is one of the most peaceful yet awe-inspiring experiences you can enjoy in the Philippines.

Whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or a special someone, this quiet cruise under glowing mangroves is one of the most unforgettable experiences you can have in Puerto Princesa City.

Inclusions:

  • Air Conditioned Van Transport
  • Entrance fees
  • Boat Transfer
  • Hotel pickup & drop (via van)
  • Dinner
  • DOT-accredited tour guide
  • Travel Insurance

Exclusions:

  • Tips

What to bring:

  • Valid ID
  • Mosquito Repellant
  • Camera

This night tour is designed to provide a safe, enjoyable, and fully accessible experience for children, adults, and seniors. This is a shared tour with other travelers. For a more exclusive experience, you can upgrade to a private tour.If you have any dietary needs or preferences, feel free to let us know before booking!

Details

Experience the quiet magic of nature on a firefly watching tour with 7 Wonders Adventure Travel and Tours Co. Cruise along the calm waters of the Iwahig or Sicsican River under a canopy of glowing mangroves, where thousands of fireflies create a surreal, dreamlike ambiance. This night tour is a must for couples, families, and anyone looking to witness one of Puerto Princesa’s most enchanting natural wonders. Complete with dinner, transport, and a DOT-accredited guide, this serene journey promises peace, beauty, and unforgettable moments.

Guests are picked up via air-conditioned van from their hotel accommodations within Puerto Princesa City. Friendly staff will verify your booking and provide a short orientation before departure.
Enjoy a scenic drive through rural landscapes en route to the firefly watching jump-off point—either Iwahig or Sicsican River, depending on current conditions.
Savor a delicious buffet or plated Filipino dinner under ambient lighting while your guide shares stories about the river’s ecosystem and the fireflies' life cycle.
Your DOT-accredited tour guide will give safety instructions and hand out life jackets. Mosquito repellant will also be provided as needed.
Hop aboard a motorized paddle boat and drift gently along the river under the night sky. Witness mangrove trees shimmer with thousands of fireflies, their flickering lights synchronized like natural fairy dust. Your guide will point out constellations, tell folklore, and explain the science behind bioluminescence.
Disembark and freshen up before boarding the van.
Relax on the return ride as you reflect on the magical evening.