My last climb in the Philippines prior to moving to Morocco. It was a quick decision and was never really planned but we made it. Originally, we just wanted to chill around Manila, have a cold bottle of beer but we ended our conversation in this pristine mountain. Few days after, we found ourselves sleepy inside the bus when it...
Heading to Iloilo or Western Visayas? Fancy for a day hike or overnight camping? If yes, head to Napulak. Tigbanaba and Baggay are the 2 major jumping-off points. I always favored Baggay trail as the entry point due to its abundant water source. This is my favorite mountain in the province of Iloilo due to its accessibility and affordability.
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Such a refreshing flight from Singapore to Bandung. Haven't noticed that some of the guests of the flights were also attending the event until we picked up our luggage. The first night was to welcome participants. Had a nice dinner and discussed the plan of scaling 6 mountains in 6 days. That was my second time to join the...
At a towering height of 1315masl, Tres Marias is a popular destination for nature lovers visiting Biliran. The highest mountain in Biliran Island. One of my favorite in the Philippines due to its stunning landscape. Visited here twice in 2011 and 2012. I still have this desire to come back next time.
It was a relief when we reached the...
This is one of my favorite mountains in the Philippines located in Kabayan, Benguet with its major jumping-off point in Brgy. Ballay. Second highest mountain in Luzon and the fifth in the Philippines with an elevation of 2800+ masl. The long and dangerous ride from Baguio till Ballay is rewarded with panoramic views of unending valleys and mountain ranges,...
The weather was gloomy on the way to the island. When I say, I want to climb in that mountain, chances are 99.9%. Two months ago, on the way to Alapasco Lake in Batad, I took a glimpse of this mountain perched on the island, caught my attention, and research was done. Contact numbers were obtained and casual conversations...
At a towering height of 2117 masl, Mt. Madjaas (also called Madia-as) is one of the 3 mountains in Panay trilogy often visited by adventure seekers locally and internationally. Madia-as means "high" in Kinaray-a, a widely spoken dialect in Antique Province. It was a dream for me and when I got the chance to be there, I never wasted...
1st day.
Immediately started the trek after a hearty breakfast at Joring's Cafe in Kanlaon City. The hike to Makawiwili's Peak was worthwhile. Gloomy and occasional appearance of sunshine. I always want to arrive at the campsite before dark. I'm always lazy to pitch the tent at dark. Dinner of vegetable curry was enjoyed by the gang. No more socials...
Trekked for almost 2 hours and arrived in Brgy. Tudaya, Sta. Cruz and another habal-habal ride for more than an hour. Passed thru vegetable farms. Arrived in Sitio Colan, Sibulan, Davao del Sur. Trekked for less than an hour and camped at the farm community. Had a nice dinner and the cool fresh air delivered us to our comfy sleeping bag.
Woke...
Day 1: Mt. Lawu
Mt. Lawu is a massive compound stratovolcano in between Central and East Java, Indonesia with a towering elevation of 3265 masl. The last eruption was reported on November 28, 1885.
High spirited adventurers from 5 countries (Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, & Thailand) destined & gathered to take the challenge of climbing 6 mountains in 6 days. Funny...
