Showing posts with label Mountain Climbing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mountain Climbing. Show all posts
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Osmena Peak, Dalaguete, Cebu 1013 MASL
Dalaguete, Cebu
Entry point: Dalaguete junction, Dalaguete, Cebu
LLA: 09° 49.209N; 123° 26.541E; 1013 MASL
Days required / Trek time: 15-20 minutes to summit
Specs: Minor Climb, Difficulty 3/9, Trail Class 1-2
http://www.pinoymountaineer.com
After our encounter with the whaleshark and spending a night in Oslob, we woke up so early to get to Dalaguete and climb this minor mountain with our 1 year old Julia. If only we have enough time and not carrying our heavy backpacks, we will traverse to Kawasan falls which will take four to five hours to get to the area. It is our first mountain after giving birth to baby Julia. We have rested more than enough time and really missed going to summits with our kids.
There is a 30pesos entrance fee and a required guide fee of 150pesos per group at the Tourism Center/Hiker's Center. Do not feel wasted of your 150pesos though you can really see the trail going up. Let us help this young men in financing their daily needs. He will be your photographer up there and you will get quality pictures when you are with a guide. Once on top, breath taking views awaits you!
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| our little girl at the highest peak in Cebu |
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| going down |
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| with our guide |
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| at the foot of the mountain |
How to get here?
From Cebu City take a bus bound to Oslob at South terminal. Tell the conductor to drop you off at Dalaguete junction. There are 7-11 and Julie's bakeshop fronting each other.
From Dalaguete Highway, we hired three habal habal for the 7 of us (incuding baby Julia). Travel time is 25 to 30 minutes. Fare is 200pesos per person roundtrip. The driver will wait for you at the foot of Osmena Peak.
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Mount Ayaas (627 MASL) and Mount Sipit Ulang (252+ MASL), Mascap, Rodriguez, Rizal
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
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
Our strong determination to finish the pentalogy led us back to Rodriguez, Rizal. We hiked the trilogy mountains Mount Pamitinan, Mount Hapunang Banoi and Mount Binacayan in September 3-4, 2016. It's time to accomplish the pentalogy today, October 8, 2016.
We met at Quezon Avenue because we have a service vehicle going to Rodriguez. In commuting going to Rodriguez, Rizal, make a way going to Cubao. There are vans with Php50 fare going there. From Poblacion, flag a trike going to Brgy. Mascap.
At Brgy. Mascap, register at the Barangay. There is a Php50 registration fee and a required guide fee at Php500 per mountain (Php500 is good up to 5 persons). Mountains hikable in Brgy. Mascap are Mount Ayaas, Mount Sipit Ulang and the newly opened trail going to Mount Oro. They will be opening a new trail and will name it "The Seven Peaks" in October 23.
We were assigned with Kuya Roland "Ado" Francisco. He is well traversed at the 3 mountains. Contact him prior to your climb at 0975-9270098.
We met at Quezon Avenue because we have a service vehicle going to Rodriguez. In commuting going to Rodriguez, Rizal, make a way going to Cubao. There are vans with Php50 fare going there. From Poblacion, flag a trike going to Brgy. Mascap.
At Brgy. Mascap, register at the Barangay. There is a Php50 registration fee and a required guide fee at Php500 per mountain (Php500 is good up to 5 persons). Mountains hikable in Brgy. Mascap are Mount Ayaas, Mount Sipit Ulang and the newly opened trail going to Mount Oro. They will be opening a new trail and will name it "The Seven Peaks" in October 23.
We were assigned with Kuya Roland "Ado" Francisco. He is well traversed at the 3 mountains. Contact him prior to your climb at 0975-9270098.
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| midhike after an hour... we can view the summit from here... |
From the jump-off is half an hour walking before finally starting the trek, and from there is an all-assault up to the top. The trail is really exhausting because we felt no gush of wind. We were quite lucky that we hiked after the rain but with the unforgiving heat of the sun, it can really tire and thirst you.
My husband was continuously shaking off my back because mosquitoes are attacking me in great number. This is the mountain I hiked that has a lot of mosquitoes, huhu! I got 70+ bites and glad-fully, I have brought a cream for insect bites and right after returning home immediately taken my son's antibiotic for allergies. When you plan to hike Mount Ayaas, do not forget to bring and apply insect repellent to your exposed and even unexposed skin. I am wearing long-sleeves but they have biten me on my both arms.
The trail is mostly forested and grassland going up to the summit. We reached the summit 2 hours from the jump-off.
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| few minutes before reaching the summit |
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| the blossoming subdivisions in Rodriguez that consumed the town's area |
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| the flag at the summit |
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| jump-shot sana |
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| tweenie dri-fit shirts =) |
We hiked down after another 2 hours and had our lunch at the jump-off. There is a water source in the middle of the hike of Mount Ayaas.
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| ending the trail with river crossing |
There are lot of carinderias beside the Registration area. Don't worry being hungry.
After an hour of rest, we immediately proceeded with our next hike, Mount Sipit Ulang. Because we did the twin-hike, we chose the Banayad trail. It is just an hour hike going to the summit.
It rained so hard after our Ayaas climb that made the trail so slippery and difficult. Still, we made it to the summit after 45 minutes.
I recommend that you try the Paniki trail and traverse Banayad trail. Paniki trail has cave passages and will require hikers to do some acrobats but will take 2-3 hours going to the summit. If you can arrive early, better try this trail and do a twin-hike to Mount Ayaas.
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| starting the trail with river crossing |
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| bamboo trees along the trail |
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| lipa leaves, that when contacted to your skin, will leave you itching up to 5 days |
After 45 minutes of muddy and rock-formation ascend, you will be amazed reaching the top... Again, there are a lot of mosquitoes, bring and apply insect repellent.
And now, oras na para mag emo!
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| mommy <3 |
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| boss Andy - still strong at 45 =) haha! |
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| daddy Jayson - model kunwari! |
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| the boyz!!! |
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| mag dyowa moment! |
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| the "Summit Kiss" |
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| ang matitibay!!! |
Twin-hike Itinerary:
6:00 am to 7:00 am - Quezon Ave to Rodriguez, Rizal
7:00 am to 7:30 am - Rodriguez to Brgy. Mascap
7:30 am to 8:00 am - Register at the Brgy and hire a guide
8:00 am to 8:30 am - long walk going to the jump-off
8:30 am to 10:30am - jump-off to Mount Ayaas Summit
10:30 am to 11:00 am - Picture taking at the Summit
11:00 am to 1:00pm - Summit to jump-off
1:00pm to 2:00pm - Lunch and rest at Brgy. Mascap
2:00pm to 2:45pm - jump-off to Mount Sipit Ulang Summit
2:45pm to 3:30pm - Picture taking at the Summit
3:30pm to 4:15pm - Summit to jump-off
4:15pm to 5:00pm - Tidy-Up
5:00pm to 6:30pm - Brgy. Mascap to Cubao
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| our guide, kuya Ado |
Complete the pentalogy by hiking Mount Hapunang Banoi, Mount Pamitinan and Mount Binacayan.
Be SAFE!
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
Mount Hapunang Banoi, Rodriguez, Rizal (517+ MASL)
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
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| DENR Office at Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal |
There are around seven famous and trekkable mountains just in the municipality of Rodriguez. They are the pentagon peaks - Mount Ayaas, Mount Sipit-Ulang, Mount Pamitinan, Mount Hapunang Banoi and Mount Binacayan plus Mount Maranat and Mount Balagbag. All of the mountains are minor climbs and can be tried by beginners. Moreover it is very near the Metro. Who wouldn't love Rizal? The hobby of mountain climbing is no longer for the rich. One can climb with Php250 budget only.
The group met at Farmers Market in Cubao. Vans getting to Rodriguez (formerly Montalban) are all stationed here with Php50 van fare. From where we got off are trikes and jeepneys going to Brgy. Wawa with Php60 trike fare going to DENR jump-off.
There is a registration fee of Php50 and a required guide at Php500. Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
The group met at Farmers Market in Cubao. Vans getting to Rodriguez (formerly Montalban) are all stationed here with Php50 van fare. From where we got off are trikes and jeepneys going to Brgy. Wawa with Php60 trike fare going to DENR jump-off.
There is a registration fee of Php50 and a required guide at Php500. Contact Romeo "Jon" Espanola at 0910-1668471 prior to your climb.
After crossing the hanging bridge is the signage of the side-trips going to Pamitinan Cave and Bat Cave.
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| Balete tree |
Balete tree and rock climbing area called "The Face" are some of the interesting places you will pass by in trekking Hapunang Banoi.
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| The Face |
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| the "junction" |
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will reach the "junction" 45 minutes from the jump-off. The
junction wherein when you go to the leftward side you'll reach Mount
Hapunang Banoi or the other way, Mount Pamitinan. Snacks and
refreshments like buko and softdrinks are available here.
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next trail after the junction is already the rocky part with bamboos
that can help you reach some parts. Start wearing your gloves after the
junction for some bamboos have brown thin thorns that enters the skin
and can be very irritating. The rock formations are also jagged and
sharp. Proper shoe wear and gloves is a must. Wear trekking pants and
not shorts to avoid unnecessary cuts and lacerations.
One and a half hour after the junction is the summit. Enjoy the scenery....
The first spot for photo ops is such an amazing view. Though it is so difficult to climb that high spot, I still did with care and presence of mind. The rocks are so sharp that it can cause serious cuts or just a plain slipping or you missed a part to step on will cause fatality. Do not go to spots or locations just to take photos. Be mindful of everything because it can really cause your life.
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| that high spot... breathtaking and also fulfilling to reach |
The guides will tell you what places are great for photo shooting. Jon, just like the other guides, are really mindful and watchful of their guests. They treat us like their families so they will tell that, "Maam/Sir wag po tayo dyan, delikado po dyan!". Very Pinoy and very family-like.
What's great with Mount Hapunang Banoi and why it became my favorite mountain among the trilogy or even the pentalogy? Mt. Hapunang Banoi has unlimited spots where we can take stunning and breathtaking photos. Ang dami talaga! That's why when climbing the twin mountains, Mount Pamitinan and Mount Binacayan, don't skip Mount Hapunang Banoi because I promise you this mountain has the most splendid and exquisite views!
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| see this shot? ang galing ng photographer/tour guide namin! |
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| love photos <3 <3 <3 |
Trekking for another 10 minutes will lead you to this excellent, magical and astonishing view!!!
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| love <3 love <3 love <3 |
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| perfect place to muse, reflect and to meditate (nang hindi ka nahuhulog!!!) |
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| my hike-mates who are like family <3 <3 <3 |
Dayhike Itinerary:
6:00am to 7:00am - Cubao to Rodriguez
7:00am to 7:15am - Rodriguez to Brgy. Wawa
7:15am to 7:45am - Registration at DENR and securing of guide
7:45am to 8:30am- Jump-off to Junction
8:30am to 10:00am - Junction to Summit
10:00am to 10:30am - Picture taking at the Summit
10:30am to 11:30am - Summit to Junction
11:30am to 12:15nn - Junction to Jump-off
7:00am to 7:15am - Rodriguez to Brgy. Wawa
7:15am to 7:45am - Registration at DENR and securing of guide
7:45am to 8:30am- Jump-off to Junction
8:30am to 10:00am - Junction to Summit
10:00am to 10:30am - Picture taking at the Summit
10:30am to 11:30am - Summit to Junction
11:30am to 12:15nn - Junction to Jump-off
12:15nn to 1:00pm - Lunch at DENR
1:00pm to 1:30pm - Freshen-Up
1:30am to 3:00pm - Brgy. Wawa to Cubao
1:30am to 3:00pm - Brgy. Wawa to Cubao
Twin-Hike Itinerary (Mount Hapunang Banoi and Mount Pamitinan - 1st day)
6:00am to 7:00am - Cubao to Rodriguez
7:00am to 7:15am - Rodriguez to Brgy. Wawa
7:15am to 7:45am - Registration at DENR and securing of guide
7:45am to 8:30am- Jump-off to Junction
7:00am to 7:15am - Rodriguez to Brgy. Wawa
7:15am to 7:45am - Registration at DENR and securing of guide
7:45am to 8:30am- Jump-off to Junction
8:30am to 10:00am - Junction to Summit
10:00am to 10:30am - Picture taking at the Summit
10:30am to 11:30am - Summit to Junction
11:30am to 12:00nn - Lunch at the Junction
12:00nn to 12:45pm - Junction to Mount Pamitinan Summit
12:45pm to 1:30pm - Picture taking at the Summit
1:30pm to 2:30pm - Summit to Jump-off
2:30pm to 3:00pm - Freshen-Up
3:00pm to 4:30pm - Brgy. Wawa to Cubao
We did a trilogy. We trekked Mount Binacayan on the second day.
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| Jon, our photographer/guide |
Contact our guide Romeo "Jon" Espanola and Rey Pelayo with celphone number 0910-1668471.
I like the mountains because they make me feel small... they help me sort out what's important in life...(Mark Obmascik)
Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgement that something else is more important than fear... (Ambrose Redmoon)
I like the mountains because they make me feel small... they help me sort out what's important in life...(Mark Obmascik)
Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgement that something else is more important than fear... (Ambrose Redmoon)
