Places I've been... Beaches, mountains and some parts of Asia...
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing... Helen Keller
I am 40 and these are my adventures...
I am just an ordinary person who has been blessed with extraordinary opportunities and experiences who later realized that even if you’re just an ordinary, you can make your life unimaginable and phenomenal and everything will depend on you...
This blog can be useful to my fellow adventurer for their future activities and plans within or outside the country whether you love to hike or feel the beach or tour some parts of Asia.
I am 40 and these are my adventures...
I am just an ordinary person who has been blessed with extraordinary opportunities and experiences who later realized that even if you’re just an ordinary, you can make your life unimaginable and phenomenal and everything will depend on you...
First of all, I
am a wife to Jayson Bantog and a mom to my 15 year old Jayson Patrick, 13 year
old Joshua Anthony, 10 year old Janelle Roxanne and 6 year old James
Raphael. I am also a daughter to Tony
and Carmeling and a sister to Richard, Raymond and Riza and half sister to Jun2
and Ja2.
I am a Senior
Engineer at National Grid Corporation of the Philippines who graduated with
Civil and Sanitary Engineering degrees.
I am an ordinary
woman who loves to run, to pedal, to smash, to spike, to swim, to hike, and to
write all these activities for my children as a proof that though I’m a working
mom, I still have time to bond with them.
I am writing
this blog as a summary of where I’ve been and what I’ve become.
I never thought
that this girl from the left side in this picture who came from a poor family can at least explore her country of 7,107 islands. That I will also be able to climb mountains
because I thought before that mountaineering was for the rich.
This blog can be useful to my fellow adventurer for their future activities and plans within or outside the country whether you love to hike or feel the beach or tour some parts of Asia.
These are the
places I’ve been and once you click the links it will take you to places you
plan to go…
Sagada
Places of interest:
Sagada has many natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists can enjoy
the waters of Bokong and Bomod-ok Falls. Other places that can be
visited are:
- Sumaguing and Lumiang Caves
- Bomod-ok and Bokong Falls
- Rice terraces
- Echo Valley
- Kiltepan Tower
- Underground River
- Lake Danum
- Hanging Coffins
- Pongas Falls
- Mount Ampacao
- Marlboro Mountain
Banaue
Places of Interest:
- Banaue Rice Terraces
- Chapah Waterfalls
- Guihob Natural Pool
- Ducligan Hot Spring
- Banaue Viewpoint Terraces
- Tam-an Village
- Banaue Ethnic Village and Pine Forest Resort
- Bangaan Village and Rice Terraces
- Banaue Museum
- Museum of Cordillera Sculpture
- Batad Village and Rice Terraces
- Tappiyah Waterfalls
- Matanglag Bronze Smith and Nuntamangan Village
Ilocos Norte
- The Sinking Bell Tower
- Lapaz Sand Dunes
- Fort Ilocandia Resort and Casino
- Malacanang of the North
- Paoay Church
- Playa Tropical Resort
- Marcos Museum and Mausoleum
- Juan Luna Shrine
- Bacarra Domeless Tower
- Kapurpurawan Rock Formation
- Cape Bojeador Lighthouse
- Bangui Windmill
- Pagudpud Beaches
- Patapat Bridge
Places of Interest
- Calle Crisologo, Vigan
- Baluarte
- Bantay Bell Tower
- Chapel by the Ruins
- Banaoang Bridge
- Mindoro Beach
- Buredek Children's Museum
- Sta. Maria River
- Sta. Maria Church
- Plaza Salcedo
La Union
Visit Thunderbird Poro Point's official website at http://www.thunderbird-asia.com/poro-point/
Visit Thunderbird Poro Point's official website at http://www.thunderbird-asia.com/poro-point/
The islands, totaling 124 at low tide and 123 at high tide, are scattered in Lingayen Gulf
covering an area of 16.76 square kilometres. Only three of
them have been developed for tourism: Governor Island, Quezon Island,
and Children's Island.
Dingalan
Places to explore:
1. Tanawan Falls and Tanawan View Deck
2. Sea Ranch
3. Tabi Falls
4. Umiray Beach
5. Lipit Picnic Ground
Baler
Las Casas Filipinas de AcuzarBaler
Learn to surf in an hour even if you're not a swimmer.
Places of Interest :
1. Sabang Beach
2. Baler Church
3. Dona Aurora House
4. Museo de Baler
5. Diguisit Falls
6. Aniao Islet, Diguisit Beach
7. Dicasalarin Cove
8. Hanging Bridge
9. Millenium Tree
10. Mother Falls
The
resort also has a restaurant, a beach, calesa rides and a swimming
pool. The resort plans to house 50 such heritage houses.
Stella Mariz Beach Resort has an Anawangin ambiance but the location is very near us.
Long Beach, Morong, Bataan
The long stretch of sand in Morong, Bataan.
Corregidor
Fortifications :
There were 23 batteries installed on Corregidor, consisting of 56 coastal guns and mortars. In addition, Corregidor had 13 anti-aircraft artillery batteries with 76 guns (28 3-inch and 48 ,50-caliber) and 10 60-inch Sperry searchlights.
(Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corregidor)
There were 23 batteries installed on Corregidor, consisting of 56 coastal guns and mortars. In addition, Corregidor had 13 anti-aircraft artillery batteries with 76 guns (28 3-inch and 48 ,50-caliber) and 10 60-inch Sperry searchlights.
(Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corregidor)
Anawangin
Our favorite beach in the country... no electricity and no signal...we even stayed here for four long days...
Contact boatman Vic Perges at 0929-7170739. Tell him we recommended you for discounts.
Contact boatman Vic Perges at 0929-7170739. Tell him we recommended you for discounts.
A very wonderful sidetrip to Anawangin is the Capones Island. There's also a beach and a little hiking to reach the lighthouse.
Minalungao, General Tinio, Nueva Ecija
Major activities:
Bamboo rafting, ziplining, trekking, swimming, caving and camping
Marinduque
Marinduque is the Lenten Season Capital of the Philippines. The province is home to Moriones Festival held here every year.
The province with zero crime rate. Also a home to most honest people.
Puerto Galera
Among the
famous beaches in Puerto Galera are Sabang Beach and White Beach which
have an active nightlife with numerous bars and restaurants. Both
beaches also have an array of first-class and economy- class
accommodations.
Kwebang Lampas, Dampalitan and Borawan Island, Quezon
Kwebang Lampas, Dampalitan and Borawan Island, Quezon
Explore three (3) islands in just one boat ride
The most colorful and festive festival I've ever attended. It happens every 15th of May.
Kamay ni Hesus is also in Lucban.
Places of Interest:
- Our Lady of Peace Grotto
- Matukad Island
- Lahos Island
- Gota Beach
- Tayak Lagoon
- Cagbanilad Island
- Minalahos Island
- Paniman Beach
- Mt. Caglago
- Manipis Lake
- Hugsad Falls
- Layahan Falls
- Sabitang Laya Island
- Cotivas Island
- Manlawi Sandbar
Top 10 places to go:
- Underground River
- Honda Bay
- Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center
- Tubbataha Reef
- Crocodile Farm
- Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm
- Ugong Rock
- Mitra's Farm
- Immaculate Conception Cathedral
- City Baywalk
My favorite place in the Philippines!!! actually in the whole world...
Places of Interest :
1. Bacuit Bay
2. Cadlao Island
3. Dilumacad (Helicopter) Island
4. Miniloc and Lagen Island (private resorts)
5. Vigan (Snake) Island
6. Cudugnon Point
7. Matinloc Island
8. Pinasil Island
9. Aberawan River
10. Nacpan and Calitang Twin Beaches
Everyday is Christmas at Sampaguita Gardens in New Washington, Aklan.
Boracay
- Flyfish Ride
- Helmet Diving
- Ziplining
- Kite Surfing
- Island Hopping
- Scuba Diving
- Glass Bottom Boating
- Paraw (Boat Sailing)
- Banana Boating
- Jet Skiing
Iloilo
Places of Interest
- Molo Church and Plaza
- Iloilo River Esplanade
- Agho Island in Concepcion, Iloilo
- Gabugaw Gamay Island in Gigantes Islands, Carles, Iloilo
- Sto. Tomas de Villanueva Parish Church in Miagao, Iloilo
- Jaro Cathedral
Guimaras
Places of Interest
- Guisi Lighthouse
- Trappist Monastery
- Ave Maria Islet
- Tatlong Pulo Beach
- Buho Ramirez Cave
- Sea Turtle Feeding Station
- Daliran Cave
- Pirate Cave
- Biri Cave
- Alubihod Beaches
Places of Interest
- Casaroro Falls
- Rizal Boulevard
- Pulangbato Falls
- Siliman University
- Belfry
- Mount Talinis
- Sudlon Falls
- Pandalihan Cave
Must buy : Sans Rival
Manjuyod Sandbar
Siquijor
The Manjuyod Sand Bar is an estimated
600 hectare total strip area, including the submerged portions. Also
known as the Sumapao Shoal, it is a certified tourist attraction
because of its unique characteristic.
Siquijor
Places of Interest
- Cambugahay Falls
- Cantabon Cave
- Old Enchanted Balete Tree
- Paliton Beach
- Lugnason Falls
- Salagdoong Beach
- Tubod Marine Sanctuary
- Kagusuan Beach
- Mt. Bandilaan National Park
- Lazi Convent
- Capilay Spring Park
- Cagusuan Beach
- Bulalakaw Forest Reservation
Bantayan Island, Northern Cebu
Places of Interest
- Bantayan Island
- Malapascua Island
- Camotes Island
Central Cebu
- Fort San Pedro
- Basilica del Sto. Nino
- Magellan's Cross
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- The Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Taoist Temple
- Cebu Provincial Capitol Building
- Mactan Shrine
- Plantation Bay
Oslob, Southern Cebu
Places of Interest
- Cuartel
- Parish Church of Immaculate Concepcion
- Baluarte
- Tumalog Falls
- Swimming with the Whale Sharks
Bohol
Places of Interest
- Blood Compact Shrine in Tagbilaran
- River Cruise at Loboc River
- Baclayon Church
- Chocolate Hills
- Hanging Bridge
- Bilar Man-made Forest
- Bohol Tarsiers
- Panglao Island
- Danao Adventure Park
Bellevue Hotel and Resort, Doljo, Panglao, Bohol
Cagayan de Oro
The Luxury of Sanctuary... the leading five-star hotel in Bohol
Cagayan de Oro
- On top of the list is the White Water Experience at Cagayan de Oro River
- Divisoria
- Malasag Eco Tourism Village and Gardens
- Macahambus Adventure Park
Camiguin
- Giant Clams Ocean Nursery
- Sunken Cemetery
- Old Cataran (Gui-ob) Church Ruins
- Sto. Nino Cold Spring
- White Island/Sand Bar
- Mantigue ISland
- Katibawasan Falls
Davao
Places of Interest
- Philippine Eagle Center
- Malagos Garden Resort
- Davao Zorb Park
- Tribu K Mindanawan Cultural Village
- Magsaysay Park Fruits Stand
- Aldevinco Pasalubong Center
- Jack's Ridge
- Eden Nature Park and Resort
- People's Park
Places of Interest
- General Santos City Fish Port Complex
- Plaza Heneral Santos
- Sarangani Island
- Balut Island
- Christ the King Cathedral
- Queen Tuna Park
- Kalaja River
- Rio Hondo
- Pasonanca Park
- Zamboanga City Hall
- Zamboanga National Museum
- Fort Pilar
- Sta. Cruz Island (The Pink Beach)
Basilan
- Malamawi Island (Isabela)
- Cabunbata Falls
- Kalun's Park
- Calugusan Beach (Lamitan)
- Palm Beach
- Tenusa Island (Sumisip)
- The Wine Cellar
- Sumagdang Beach
- Plaza Rizal
- Cathedral of St. Elizabeth of Portugal
- Kaum Purnah Mosque
Contact Sir Bobby Reynera (owner of 11 hectare Malamawi Island Beach Resort) at 0916-7138518
ASIA
Hong Kong
Places of Interest:
- Victoria Harbour
- A Symphony of Lights
- Avenue of Stars
- Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower
- Sky100 Hongkong Observation Deck
- Victoria Peak
- Lantau Island and Tai O
- Ngong Pin 360 Cable Car
- Big Buddha (Giant Buddha)
- Star Ferry
- Hong Kong Tram
- Ocean Park
- Hong Kong Disneyland
- Noah's Ark
- Po Lin Monastery
Macau
Places to explore:
1. Ruins of St. Paul
2. Senado Square
3. Venetian Macau
4. A Ma Temple
5. Macau Fisherman's Wharf
6. Macau Tower
7. Kun Lam Statue
8. Wine and Grand Prix Museum
9. St. Lawrence Church
10. Greyhound Racing
11. Guia Fortress
12. City of Dreams
13. Dom Pedro V. Theatre
14. Macau Museum
15. Camoes Garden
Singapore
Places to explore:
1. Singapore Zoo
2. Merlion Park
3. Jurong Bird Park
4. Singapore Flyer
5. Singapore Night Safari
6. Duck Tour
7. Gardens by the Bay
8. Singapore History Museum
9. Sentosa Island
10. Thian Hok Keng Temple
11. Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
12. Helix Bridge
13. Marina Bay Sands Skypark
14. Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple
15. Clarke Quay
16. SEA Aquarium
17. Sultan Mosque
18. Universal Studios
19. Art Science Museum at Marina Bay Sands
Places to explore:
1. Little India or Brickfields
2. Batu Caves
3. Merdeka Square
4. Fort A Formosa in Malacca
5. Menara KL
6. Petronas Twin Towers
7. Petaling Jaya or Chinatown
8. Central Market
9. Berjaya Time Square Mall
10. Bukit Bintang
MOUNTAINS TREKKED
1. Mount Pico de Loro, Maragondon, Cavite.
Major jump-off : Magnetic Hill, Ternate, Cavite
LLA : 14°12.855N: 120°38.785E: 664 MASL
Days required/Hours to summit : 1 day/1 1/2 -2 hours
Specs: Minor climb Difficulty : 3/9 Trail class : 1-3
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/08/mt-palay-palaypico-de-loro-664_9808.html)
Do-it-yourself budget from Manila - Php500/person (budget includes bus fare to and from Coastal Mall, trike fare, registration fee)
Cooked food, drinks and souvenirs available at the jump-off.
The New DENR Trail can easily be followed even by beginners, no need to hire a guide
* Temporarily Closed as of October 1, 2016
2. Mount Batulao, Nasugbu, Batangas
Jump-off point : Evercrest Golf Course, Nasugbu, Batangas
LLA : 14.0408 N 120.8011 E 811 MASL
Days required/Hours to summit : 1 day/2-4 hours
Specs : Minor climb
Difficulty : 3/9 - New Trail, 4/9 - Old Trail
Trail class 3 with 60-70 degrees assault
Do-it-yourself budget from Manila – Php250/person (budget includes
bus fare to and from Coastal Mall, registration fees)
Guide Fee – Php300
Buko, Halo Halo, Softdrinks available at the trail
HISTORICAL TRAILS: MT. SAMAT
Pilar, Bataan
Jumpoff: Brgy. Diwa, Pilar
LLA: 553 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 1 hour
Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 1/9, Trail class 1, Historical trail http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2008/05/mt-samat.html
Jumpoff: Brgy. Diwa, Pilar
LLA: 553 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 1 hour
Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 1/9, Trail class 1, Historical trail http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2008/05/mt-samat.html
Bus fare from Pasay to Balanga - Php212
Entrance Fee - Php20
Jump off point: Brgy. Alas-asin, Mariveles
LLA: 14°30.357′N, 120°30′E, 1,006 MASL (ridge); 1,130 MASL (peak)
Days required / Hours to summit: 2 days, 5-6 hours
Specs: Major climb, Difficulty 4/9, Trail class 3
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/08/tarak-ridge-1130.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php500/person (budget includes bus fare from Pasay to Alas Asin and back, registration fee)
Guides’ rate Php800 whether day hike or overnight.
Contact Nanay Cording at 0917-4723978
5. Mount Pulag, Kabayan, Benguet
Major jump-off : Ambangeg Ranger Station, Bokod, Benguet
LLA : 16°34'58"N 120°53'15"E, 2922 MASL
Days required/Hours to summit : 4-5 hours/1-2 days
Specs : Major Climb, Difficulty 3/9, Trail Class 1-2
Trail System : Grand Cordillera Trail, Section 3
Features : Sea of Clouds, dwarf bamboo slopes, pine forests
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/09/mt-pulag-2922.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php2,500/person (budget includes bus fare from Manila to Baguio and back, monster jeepney rental for at least 12 pax, guide fee, registration fee, environmental fee)
Monster jeepney rental around Php8,500 to Php10,000 (maximum of 16persons)
Contact Gina at 0919-816-9234
Tip: If you want a certificate, pay and register on the day of the climb and claim it the day after.
6. Mount Makiling Traverse, Sto. Tomas, Batangas and Los Banos, Laguna.
Jump-off : Brgy. San Miguel, Sto. Tomas, Batangas
LLA : 14.13°N 121.20°E, 1090 MASL (Peak 2)
Hours to Peak 2 / days required: 1-2 days / 7-8 hours
Specs: Major climb, Difficulty 6/9, Trail class 3 with roped segments
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2008/01/mt-makilingsto-tomas-trail-1090.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php250/person (budget includes bus fare from Manila and registration fee)
Guides can be hired at the Sto. Tomas jump-off
*limatik kingdom
7. Mount Daguldul, San Juan, Batangas
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Major jump-off: Brgy. Hugom, San Juan, Batangas
LLA: 13°40.380N 121°19.160E, 672 MASL (+ 672 m)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1-2 days / 5 hours
Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3
DIY budget from Manila around Php800/person (budget includes bus fare from Cubao to San Juan and back, registration fee)
Guide fee Php350
Beach and mountain in one!
8. Mount Marami-Silyang Bato, Maragondon, Cavite
Jump-off point : Brgy. Ramirez, Magallanes, Cavite
LLA : 405+ MASL
Days required/hours to summit : 1-2 days/4-6 hours
Specs : Minor climb; Difficulty : 3/9 ; Trail Class 1-3
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/09/mt-marami-405.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php400/person (budget includes bus fare from Cubao to Magallanes, Cavite and back, trike fare)
Contact Alfred Diño at 0929-265-3999
Guide fee (negotiable)
Entry point: Brgy. Talisay, Lipa
Exit point: Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Sto. Tomas, Batangas
Elevation: 1005 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 3-5 hours
Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 2-3
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/10/mtmalipunyomalarayat.html
Exit point: Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Sto. Tomas, Batangas
Elevation: 1005 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 3-5 hours
Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 2-3
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/10/mtmalipunyomalarayat.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php500/person (budget includes bus
fare from Cubao to Lipa and back, registration fee)
Guide fee Php1,500 for seven peaks
Contact Mario at 0998-409-4899
*source of water is only at kuya Mario mom's house
Major Jumpoff: Mountaineer's Store, Brgy. 7 "Siete", Cuenca
Exit point (traverse): Brgy 5 (to Grotto), Cuenca
LLA: 13°55 N; 121°2 E; 706 MASL (Rockies) / 930 MASL (summit)
Days required / Hours to Rockies / summit : 1 day / 1-2 hr / 2-4 hr
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9 (Rockies); 4/9 (Traverse) Trail class 1-3.Days required / Hours to Rockies / summit : 1 day / 1-2 hr / 2-4 hr
Features: Scenic views of Taal Lake, rock formations, forests
DIY budget from Manila around Php400/person (budget includes bus
fare from Cubao to San Miguel and back, trike fare and registration fee)
Guides are required at Php400 (up to Rockies only). Traverse guide can be negotiated.
Contact Jorvin at 0906-2561665/0948-4253699
Contact Jorvin at 0906-2561665/0948-4253699
11. Mount Arayat Traverse, Arayat, Pampanga
Exit point: Brgy. Juan Bano, Arayat, Pampanga
LLA: 15.2067N, 120.7441E, 1030 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1-2 days / 5 hours (NP) 8 hours (SP)
Specs: Major climb, Difficulty 5/9, Trail class 1-4 (10kms) http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2008/09/mt-arayattraverse-1030.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php500/person (budget includes bus fare from Cubao to San Fernando and back, jeepney ride to Magalang and back, registration fee)
Guide fee Php1500
12. Mount Pinatubo via Delta 5 Trail
LLA : 14°36′48.5"N 121°26'19.5"E, 739 MASL (+600)
Day/s required/Hours to summit : 1 day/ 2.5 to 4 hours
Specs : Minor climb, Difficulty: 4/9, Trail class 1-3
Features : tropical forest, limestone formations, river trek
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2014/10/mt-daraitan-739.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php900-1000/person (budget includes rented van from Star Mall, registration and guide fee)
Guides can be hired at Php500 for dayhike and Php1,250 for overnight.
Mount Ulap Eco-Trail
Itogon, Benguet
Entry Point : Brgy. Ampucao, Itogon
Exit Point : Brgy. Sta. Fe, Itogon.
LLA : 16.2904 N, 120.6312 E, 1846 MASL (Mt. Ulap)
1814 MASL (Gungal Rockies)
Days required/Hours to summit: 1 day/ 2-3 hours
Specs: Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3,
Features : Grassland and pine ridges, scenic views of the Cordilleras, burial caves
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/11/mt-ulap-1846m-in-itogon-benguet.html
DIY budget from Manila around Php1,500-1,700/person (budget includes bus fare Manila-Baguio-Manila, jeepney ride Baguio-Ampucao-Baguio, registration fee of Php100 and guide fee of Php400 good for 10 persons already)
17. Mount Talamitam
DIY budget from Manila around Php700-800/person (budget includes bus fare Manila-Nasugbu-Manila,registration and guide fee)
You can proceed with a twin dayhike to Mount Batulao or a sidetrip to Tagaytay before heading home.
18. Mount Hapunang Banoi
DIY budget from Manila around Php250/person (budget includes van fare Cubao-Rodriguez-Cubao,registration and guide fee)
You can proceed with a trilogy hike to Mount Pamitinan and Mount Binacayan.
Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
19. Mount Pamitinan
DIY budget from Manila around Php250/person (budget includes van fare Cubao-Rodriguez-Cubao,registration and guide fee)
You can proceed with a trilogy hike to Mount Hapunang Banoi and Mount Binacayan.
Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
20. Mount Binacayan
DIY budget from Manila around Php250/person (budget includes van fare Cubao-Rodriguez-Cubao,registration and guide fee)
You can proceed with a trilogy hike to Mount Pamitinan and Mount Hapunang Banoi.
Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
21 & 22. Mount Ayaas and Mount Sipit Ulang
DIY budget from Manila around Php250/person (budget includes van fare Cubao-Rodriguez-Cubao,registration and guide fee)
You can proceed with a pentalogy hike to Mount Binacayan, Mount Pamitinan and Mount Hapunang Banoi.
Contact Roland "Ado" Francisco at 0975-9270098 prior to your climb. Guide fee is Php500 per mountain.
Major jump-off: Brgy. Pidpid, Porac, Pampanga
LLA: 15°8'35"N, 120°20'54"E, 960 MASL
Days required / Hours to crater: 2 days/ 10 to 12 hours Specs: Major climb, Difficulty 7/9, Trail class 1-3
LLA: 15°8'35"N, 120°20'54"E, 960 MASL
Days required / Hours to crater: 2 days/ 10 to 12 hours Specs: Major climb, Difficulty 7/9, Trail class 1-3
Most of the Delta 5 Trail can be purchased thru package. Our package was so sulit because we were provided with 3 Aeta guides, packed breakfast on the first day and unlimited dinner on the second day and of course the rent of the jeepney up to the jump-off. No backdoor trekking for this trail because it is extremely dangerous.
Unlimited views to capture...
Major jump-off: Sitio Madlum, Brgy. Sibul, San Miguel
LLA: 15°15.11'N; 121°1.22' E; 196 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: Half-day / 1 hour Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 2/9, Trail class 1-2
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/10/mt-manalmon-196.html LLA: 15°15.11'N; 121°1.22' E; 196 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: Half-day / 1 hour Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 2/9, Trail class 1-2
DIY budget from Manila around Php400/person (budget includes bus
fare from Cubao to San Miguel and back, trike fare and registration fee)
Guides are required at Php300
a great option from island hopping and swimming. Taraw Cliff is the highest point in El Nido at 230 meters above sea level.
Contact Jeorge at 0908-4574108
Major jump-off : Brgy. Daraitan (Village Center), Tanay, Rizal
Minor jump-off : Sitio Cablao, Brgy. Pagsangahan, General Nakar, QuezonLLA : 14°36′48.5"N 121°26'19.5"E, 739 MASL (+600)
Day/s required/Hours to summit : 1 day/ 2.5 to 4 hours
Specs : Minor climb, Difficulty: 4/9, Trail class 1-3
Features : tropical forest, limestone formations, river trek
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2014/10/mt-daraitan-739.html
Guides can be hired at Php500 for dayhike and Php1,250 for overnight.
Itogon, Benguet
Entry Point : Brgy. Ampucao, Itogon
Exit Point : Brgy. Sta. Fe, Itogon.
LLA : 16.2904 N, 120.6312 E, 1846 MASL (Mt. Ulap)
1814 MASL (Gungal Rockies)
Days required/Hours to summit: 1 day/ 2-3 hours
Specs: Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3,
Features : Grassland and pine ridges, scenic views of the Cordilleras, burial caves
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/11/mt-ulap-1846m-in-itogon-benguet.html
17. Mount Talamitam
Jump-off point: Sitio Bayabasan, Brgy. Aga, Nasugbu (KM. 83)
LLA: 14.1158° N; 120.7577° N; 630 MASL
Days required/ Hours to summit: 1 day / 1.5-2.2 hours
Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3 with steep assault (100m)
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/08/mt-talamitam-630.html
LLA: 14.1158° N; 120.7577° N; 630 MASL
Days required/ Hours to summit: 1 day / 1.5-2.2 hours
Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3 with steep assault (100m)
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2007/08/mt-talamitam-630.html
You can proceed with a twin dayhike to Mount Batulao or a sidetrip to Tagaytay before heading home.
18. Mount Hapunang Banoi
Major jumpoff: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA: 14°44′25.3′′ N, 121°11′30.4′ 517 MASL (+460m)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-3.5 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 4/9, Trail class 1-4 with limestone scrambling
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Sierra Madre and Rizal province
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/07/mt-hapunang-banoi-517.html
LLA: 14°44′25.3′′ N, 121°11′30.4′ 517 MASL (+460m)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-3.5 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 4/9, Trail class 1-4 with limestone scrambling
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Sierra Madre and Rizal province
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/07/mt-hapunang-banoi-517.html
You can proceed with a trilogy hike to Mount Pamitinan and Mount Binacayan.
Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
19. Mount Pamitinan
Major jump-off: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA : 14°43′51.7′′N 121°11′29.2′′ E 426 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 1.5-3 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9/ Trail class 1-4
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Sierra Madre and Rizal province
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/02/mt-pamitinan-426-and-mt-binacayan-424.html
LLA : 14°43′51.7′′N 121°11′29.2′′ E 426 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 1.5-3 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9/ Trail class 1-4
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Sierra Madre and Rizal province
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/02/mt-pamitinan-426-and-mt-binacayan-424.html
You can proceed with a trilogy hike to Mount Hapunang Banoi and Mount Binacayan.
Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
20. Mount Binacayan
Major jumpoff: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA (Binacayan): 14°43′30.5′′N 121°11′26.1′′ E 424 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-3 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9; Trail class 1-4
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Sierra Madre and Rizal province
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/02/mt-pamitinan-426-and-mt-binacayan-424.html
LLA (Binacayan): 14°43′30.5′′N 121°11′26.1′′ E 424 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-3 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9; Trail class 1-4
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Sierra Madre and Rizal province
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/02/mt-pamitinan-426-and-mt-binacayan-424.html
You can proceed with a trilogy hike to Mount Pamitinan and Mount Hapunang Banoi.
Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
21 & 22. Mount Ayaas and Mount Sipit Ulang
Mount Ayaas
Major jumpoff: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal
Minor jumpoff: Brgy. Mascap, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA: 14°45′3.38′′ N, 121°12′27.5′ 627 MASL (+570)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 3-4 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3 with river trekking
Features: River trekking, scenic views, waterfalls
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/07/mt-ayaas-in-rodriguez-rizal.html
Minor jumpoff: Brgy. Mascap, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA: 14°45′3.38′′ N, 121°12′27.5′ 627 MASL (+570)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 3-4 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3 with river trekking
Features: River trekking, scenic views, waterfalls
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/07/mt-ayaas-in-rodriguez-rizal.html
Mount Sipit Ulang:
Major jumpoff: Brgy. Mascap, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA: 14°45′20.7′′ N, 121°10′38.2′ 252 MASL (+210m)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-3.5 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9 (Paniki Trail), Trail class 1-4 with limestone scrambling
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Wawa
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/08/mt-sipit-ulang-252-in-rodriguez-rizal.html
Major jumpoff: Brgy. Mascap, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA: 14°45′20.7′′ N, 121°10′38.2′ 252 MASL (+210m)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-3.5 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9 (Paniki Trail), Trail class 1-4 with limestone scrambling
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Wawa
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2015/08/mt-sipit-ulang-252-in-rodriguez-rizal.html
You can proceed with a pentalogy hike to Mount Binacayan, Mount Pamitinan and Mount Hapunang Banoi.
Contact Roland "Ado" Francisco at 0975-9270098 prior to your climb. Guide fee is Php500 per mountain.
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