This study investigates the relationship between transportation issues and tourist visits to the Underground River and Cave Complex in Cavinti, Laguna, a prime tourist destination facing accessibility challenges. The research examines how vehicle limitations, jeepney loading capacities, and route limitations influence tourist experiences, satisfaction, and visitation patterns. Using structured surveys, data were collected from 114 respondents, including tourists, municipal tourism officers, and site workers. The findings reveal that transportation constraints such as vehicle limitation, jeepney loading capacity, route limitation significantly hinder travel demand, increase queuing duration, and compromise tourist safety and satisfaction. These constraints not only deter potential visitors but also limit the sites tourism growth and revenue potential. The study highlights that addressing these transportation issues is crucial to enhancing the tourist experience. Recommendations include increasing public transport options, considering the introduction of specially-designated tourist shuttles fleets to improve safety and capacity, upgrading road and footpath infrastructure, and implementing sustainable policies to optimize the transportation network. Furthermore, the research emphasizes the necessity of collaboration between local governments, stakeholders, and tourism operators to achieve long- term accessibility solutions. By addressing these barriers, the study underscores the critical role of an efficient transportation system in fostering tourism growth, enriching visitor experiences, and ensuring the sustainable development of Cavintis natural attractions.

Transportation constraints

Transportation

Vehicle route restriction

Jeepney loading capacity

Vehicle limitation