🐊 Palawan Wildlife Rescue & Conservation Center – Crocodile Farm & Bearcat Encounters

"A wild mix of education, conservation, and surprising cuddles in Puerto Princesa"
 

If you’re visiting Puerto Princesa and want to see more than beaches and caves, this stop is for you. Once known as the Crocodile Farm & Nature Park, the Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center (PWRCC) is now a haven not only for endangered crocodiles but for other native species like the Palawan bearcat (Binturong), hornbills, and more.

🐾 "I came for the crocs, but I stayed for the bearcat cuddle!"

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🦴 What to Expect Inside

As you enter the main hall, you’ll be greeted by a massive saltwater crocodile skeleton encased in glass. Its skin—now dried—is mounted on the wall above. This crocodile was captured after a tragic incident where it attacked a child, and now stands as a stark reminder of how powerful these animals truly are.

🦴 Skeleton display of a giant saltwater croc
📚 Introductory briefing before the guided tour
📸 Photo ops throughout the compound

😨 “I’ve never been a fan of crocs… and seeing how huge they get only made my knees wobble!”

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🐊 The Crocodile Enclosure Tour

From the main hall, your guide will take you to the hatchling section, where you’ll see dozens of tiny crocodiles—months old and looking deceptively harmless.

Next stop: the adult enclosure. Here, metal walkways and viewing platforms let you safely observe the full-grown crocodiles, some of which are absolutely gigantic.

📷 “Make sure your camera's ready—just don’t lean too close to the rails!”

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🐾 Meet the Locals: Bearcats & More

Once the guided portion ends, you’re free to explore the center’s other residents:

• 🦝 Palawan Bearcat (Binturong) – surprisingly cuddly for a “wild animal”
• 🐦 Hornbills – colorful and noisy
• 🐍 Snakes, porcupines, civets, and other endemic species

📸 Photo Opportunity:
Want a souvenir photo? You can pose with a tame bearcat or even a baby crocodile!

 

I skipped the crocodile but couldn’t resist the bearcat—he was cute, soft, and didn’t pee on me (thankfully!).

💰 Price: Only ₱20.00 for a photo with the bearcat.

🐻 “At work we had a bearcat mascot… now I finally know what it really looks like—and I even carried one!”

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📍 How to Get There

📌 Address: National Road, Irawan, Puerto Princesa, Palawan
🛺 Transport: Ride a multicab with the sign “Irawan/Iwahig” from the town proper
💰 Fare: ₱20.00 per person
📞 Phone: +63(2) 9296626

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💸 Entrance & Tour Info

🎟️ Registration Fee:

• ₱40 – Adults (13 and above)
• ₱30 – Senior Citizens
• ₱20 – Kids (7–12 years)
  (Includes the guided tour)

🕒 Tour Schedules:

• Morning: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Afternoon: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
  ⏱️ Departures every 30 minutes

🧢 Tip: Come early to avoid crowds and enjoy more peaceful animal interactions.

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✅ Travel Tips

✔️ Wear comfy shoes—you’ll walk a bit
✔️ Bring water and sunscreen
✔️ Don’t tap or provoke the animals
✔️ Small bills for entrance and souvenirs
✔️ Respect the animals’ space—even the cute ones!

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💚 Why You Should Visit

This isn’t just a tourist stop—it’s a chance to learn how Palawan protects its wildlife, particularly the critically endangered Philippine crocodile. It’s part educational, part emotional, and part fun.

🐊 “Even if you're not a fan of reptiles, the visit is worth it for the story, the wildlife, and that unforgettable bearcat moment.”

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📣 🎒 Heading to Puerto Princesa? Don’t miss this wild stop!
💬 Have you seen a bearcat or been to the Crocodile Farm before?
📲 Share your experience in the comments or tag a friend you'd bring with you to meet a baby croc (or avoid one!).

🌿 Because the wild side of Palawan isn’t just underground—it’s alive and walking.