Puerto Princessa, Palawan - day 1

Warning- it was a Lori Day! For those that have not traveled with me before, a Lori Day is a day the average human cannot complete. Only those with too much energy can bear a Lori Day. LDs involve massive research, study and planning and are filled from sun up to sun down with scheduled activities planned and crammed to the minute so that all the special sights can be accomplished in a day. Wake, coffee, go, go, go and go! Smiles all along the way.
Buckle up, here we go!

We started with the most amazing private driver and guide extraordinaire, Mary Grace Chinedo!
We started by driving to our first boat to see the underground river. But along the way we drove next to the most amazing man on a motorcycle carrying what appeared to be long bamboo poles to make a raft or side balance for boats. Quick request to see it closer and Mary Grace waved him down and he kindly allowed me to have some fun. He loaned me his saw and machete; but I didn’t get the job. So back in the van. Few photo ops along the way. And poof we’re there. Now to a boat to get to another boat. And I’m in the cave. Wow. It has yet to be fully explored, but a 22+ million yr old Manatee species fossil was found about 3 kl and remains in situ. We explored about 1.5 in silence so as not to disorient the many species of bats and other creatures. It was awe inspiring. And the bats must be in the millions. Again, the pictures can’t convey the scope or beauty! Hikes past monitor Lizards and more boat rides.

Lunch time. Fish and oysters. Well, it’s was described as the world’s longest oyster. So why not?! I like oysters! Luckily I read the sign after doing the recommended quick slurp. Tastes like a fresh and juicy oyster, indeed. But alas I read the sign and saw the decayed wood where it lives after I ate several. It’s a worm! Hmmmmmm.
Somethings are better left unknown.
Last photo is my next destination. Stay tuned.Leggi altro