Visit Duration

Entrance Fee

Entrance fee: ₱55 (viewing only) or ₱75 (including swimming in the lagoon). Additional ₱75 if you want to swim. Parking: ₱20. Total for swimming: approximately ₱130.

Best Time to Visit

Visit between 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM for the best natural lighting effects when sunbeams penetrate through the cave ceiling. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends. Avoid local holidays when the cave gets very busy. The dry season (November-May) is ideal, though the cave can be visited year-round.

How to Get There

From Alona Beach, hire a tricycle for ₱100-150 (one-way) or ₱200-300 round trip with waiting time. The ride takes about 10 minutes. The cave is well-signposted. You can also rent a scooter (₱350-500/day) and ride yourself. Most Panglao countryside tours include Hinagdanan Cave as a stop.

What to Expect

Descend concrete stairs into the cave (the original bamboo ladder has been replaced). Inside, you'll find a cathedral-like chamber with stalactites hanging from the ceiling and stalagmites rising from the floor. The warm underground lagoon (about waist-deep in most areas) is available for swimming. The water temperature is comfortable year-round. Expect slippery surfaces near the water. Facilities include basic restrooms and a small souvenir shop. The visit typically takes 30-45 minutes.