Pamuayan Falls
Port Barton, Palawan · MIMAROPA
Also known as Pamuayan Waterfalls, Port Barton Falls.
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A small jungle waterfall reached on foot from the beach at Port Barton, San Vicente.
Pamuayan Falls is a small waterfall in Sitio Pamuayan, about 5.5 kilometres northeast of Port Barton in San Vicente, Palawan. The trail starts at the northern end of Port Barton's beach and climbs through forest and farmland to a rock face where the water spills into a cool, clear pool. Unlike the falls near El Nido, there is no fixed entry fee, though the registration point asks for a donation, and the walk through the countryside is part of the appeal.
Key facts
- Type
- CascadeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ModerateHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- Daylight hours; there are no fixed opening timesHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱40 to ₱50 per personVoluntary entrance donation at the trailhead. A guide costs about ₱300 per group.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- November to May (dry season) for easier trails; the falls flow year-round
- Barangay
- Port Barton
- Coordinates
- 10.4167, 119.2024
How to get to Pamuayan Falls
From Port Barton, follow the beach to its northern end and take the trail uphill, then continue along the paved road and dirt tracks for about 5.5 kilometres to the falls. The walk takes about 90 minutes each way; a tricycle or a local guide can shorten the trip.
Facilities on site
- Guides
Accessibility & fitness
A 90-minute walk on forest and dirt tracks with some uphill sections; the final approach to the pool is uneven.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pamuayan Falls located?
Pamuayan Falls is in Port Barton, Palawan, within MIMAROPA. Its coordinates are 10.4167, 119.2024.
How do I get to Pamuayan Falls?
From Port Barton, follow the beach to its northern end and take the trail uphill, then continue along the paved road and dirt tracks for about 5.5 kilometres to the falls. The walk takes about 90 minutes each way; a tricycle or a local guide can shorten the trip.
How much is the entrance fee at Pamuayan Falls?
The entrance fee at Pamuayan Falls is ₱40 to ₱50 per person. Voluntary entrance donation at the trailhead. A guide costs about ₱300 per group. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Pamuayan Falls?
Pamuayan Falls is rated moderate on our scale. A 90-minute walk on forest and dirt tracks with some uphill sections; the final approach to the pool is uneven. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Pamuayan Falls?
We describe Pamuayan Falls as a cascade waterfall. Water tumbles down a slope or a jumble of boulders, breaking over the rock instead of falling clear of it. Cascades tend to be wider and gentler than a plunge. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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