Mountains

Mt. Humarap: A Complete Travel Guide

Located 115 kilomoters south of Manila, Paete, Laguna is mostly known as the Carving Capital of the Philippines and is always overlooked as a destination for climbers and nature trippers.

Mt. Humarap, or Tatlong Krus for the locals, features a scenic bird's eye view of the town of Paete, Laguna de Baie and the foothills of Rizal Province.

Purgatory-Mangisi Traverse

Purgatory-Mangisi Traverse is a series of mountains namely Mt. Pack, Mt. Kokompol, Mt. Mangakew, Mt. Tangbaw, Mt. Bakian, and Mt. Purgatory. 

This hiking destination features primeval mossy and pine forest, mountain communities and even a sea of clouds making Purgatory - Mangisi Traverse a must try for any would-be mountaineers. 

Mt. Purgatory got its unique, but a bit notorious name from two American soldiers who used to man an observation post in one of its many peaks. The soldiers described that the mountain is too cold as if they really were in Purgatory. The remark stuck thus the name of the mountain. 

Manalmon-Gola: A Complete Itinerary and a How-To-Guide

A hiking destination in the heart of Biak na Bato Natural Park, Mt. Manalmon and its twin Mt. Gola is a go-to destination for every adventurers out there. It boasts numerous activities like hiking, swimming, spelunking, and rafting. Mt. Manalmon and Mt. Gola is definitely a must for any thrill seekers out there.

Aside from being a hiking and outdoor destination, it is also a good place to acquaint one's self to history and folklores. Mt. Manalmon is a silent witness to some of the most important events in Philippine History as well as few mystical stories to keep you entertained or creeped out for the entire duration of your hike.

Mt. Balagbag: Easy and Complete DIY Guide

Mt. Balagbag is one of the numerous landforms connected to the Sierra Madre Mountain Range. It offers a spectacular view of the Sierra Madre mountain range to one side and the picturesque city of lights of Metro Manila. It is located in Sitio Balagbag, in the city of San Jose del Monte in Bulacan.

By far, Mt. Balagbag is one of the easiest yet wonderfully beautiful mountains near Manila.

Mt. Tagapo: DIY Guide

Mt. Tagapo, or to quote Jose Rizal, "Susong Dalaga", is located in the island of Talim in Laguna de Baie. Compared with other mountains in CALABARZON, it is less crowded with climbers. 

This mountain offers a very different experience as you have to ride a barge for an hour to reach the jump off. Enjoy the stunning view of Laguna de Baie and the city lights of nearby Metro Manila.

Mt. Manabu: Travel Guide and Itinerary

Mt. Manabu is one of the most popular hiking destinations for beginners and experienced climbers alike due to its close proximity to Metro Manila and its relative ease. But do not commit the mistake of missing this mountain whether you're a seasoned climber or not. It has a lot to offer - from a magnificent view of Batangas, forest walk, and of course free civet coffee!

Mt. Talamitam

If you're looking for an extraordinary date that is near Manila, then Mt. Talamitam is for you. Just a 2-hr drive from Manila, you can see in real life the Teletubby Land or Heidi Land (for batang 90s)  and enjoy a scenic 360 degree view of Nasugbu, Batangas and other nearby municipalities.

Mt. Ugo Traverse

Cordillera never fails to amaze me. This region has many to offer for the wanderer in you. From sea of clouds to grand pine forest to exhilarating ridges. There are many times that I am tempted to leave my city life and just settle here for good. For this blog, I will introduce to you a mountain that we had climbed last October 2017.

Tayak Hill: A DIY Guide to a Chill Climb for Beginners

Sometimes, the daily grind  just takes its toll on our body and mind that we need to unplug from time to time. However, what if you only have a day off and you don't want to batter yourself by doing the popular day hikes near the city? 

Then, Tayak Hills in Rizal, Laguna is the best for you. It has a very, as in, veeerrrry chill and safe trail. Aside from that, it has a particular serene aura and beautiful view of the surrounding towns of Laguna and the infamous Mt. Cristobal.