Iwahig Firefly Watching
Iwahig River Firefly Watching
Glide through the mangrove channels of the Iwahig River at night in a small rowboat, where thousands of fireflies blink in unison across the treetops like Christmas lights.
Run by the local community as an eco-tour, guests put on life vests at the pier, and each boat carries three passengers. A boatman rows them slowly into the mangrove channels for about 40 minutes, explaining the mangrove ecosystem and firefly habits. Bioluminescent plankton can sometimes be seen. Fares run about ₱600–800 per person. Departures start at 18:00 in batches. Booking ahead or joining a tour with hotel pickup is recommended. The site is about 30 minutes' drive from the city center. Flash photography and insect repellent spray are prohibited, as they harm the fireflies. Rainy nights and full-moon nights offer poorer viewing.
Opening hours
About 18:00–21:00
Nearby sights
- Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm
- Plaza Cuartel
- Immaculate Conception Cathedral
- Puerto Princesa City Baywalk
- Palawan Museum
- KaLui Restaurant
- Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center
- Palawan Butterfly Eco-Garden and Tribal Village