1. WHERE EXACTLY IS PORT BARTON?

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Port Barton is about 146 kilometers or 2-3 hours travel by land from Puerto Princesa City. It lies on a sheltered bay in San Vicente on the north-western side of the main island. 

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2. HOW TO GET TO PORT BARTON?

NOTE: The airport in San Vicente was recently inaugurated. Flights will be offered direct to San Vicente, Palawan soon.

 

         There are traditionally three main options to get to Port Barton. You can ride a bus, ride a van or if you know how to drive, you can rent motorcycles from either Puerto Princesa or El Nido to drive yourself to Port Barton. While most of the ride is on the fully paved national highway, there are areas leading in that were just recently built and some bumpy, unpaved sections that curve through the mountains.

       

         From the Puerto Princesa International Airport or anywhere in the city, ride a tricycle or multicab to San Jose Terminal (10 – 15 mins). Fare is P14.00 for regular rides from the city or about P50-P100 for special trips from the airport for 2 including luggage.

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      * BY BUS: Board a bus from San Jose Terminal going to Port Barton. There is only one bus that leaves daily at 9:00 am. Travel time is 4 hours by bus.

      * VAN: Ride a van from the San Jose Terminal in Puerto Princesa to Port Barton. The ride takes about 3 hours.

      * Alternatively, you can rent/charter a private van from accredited travel agencies or from the airport (ideal for bigger groups).

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