About Estrella Falls
Estrella Falls is a two-tiered waterfall located in Barangay Estrella, municipality of Narra in southern Palawan, Philippines. Set within a forested area, it features clear natural pools at its base used for swimming and wading. The site is developed for day visits with cottages, picnic areas and changing facilities. It is one of the most accessible and frequently visited waterfalls near Puerto Princesa, known for its cool water and shaded surroundings.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested waterfall setting with two main cascades flowing into shallow to deep natural pools suitable for swimming and wading. The area is developed with concrete cottages, picnic tables, changing rooms and pathways. Surroundings are shaded by trees with cool, clear water. Visitors can swim in designated pools, take photos, picnic and relax in cottages. The site is managed for day use and can be busy on weekends.
Key highlights
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Two-tiered cascade with clear natural swimming pools
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Forested and shaded natural setting
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Designated swimming and wading areas
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Picnic cottages and tables available for rent
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Easily accessible day-trip destination from Puerto Princesa and Narra
Route
| By air | Fly to Puerto Princesa International Airport, then travel by road to Narra and Barangay Estrella |
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| By road | From Puerto Princesa, take Puerto Princesa South Road south to Narra town proper (about 32 km), then take inland road east to Barangay Estrella; final access by tricycle or habal-habal and short walk to falls |
| By public transport |