Back in 2016, mountaineers and hikers in the Philippines were excited about a mountain that was being explored in Ilocos Sur. Said to be relatively as formidable as the country's most difficult mountains to climb such as Mt. Guiting-Guiting, Mantalingahan, Sicapoo, Halcon, among others, this mountain became famous for its perilous knife edges, treacherous ravines, … Continue reading Mt. Tuwato (1,715+ MASL) Dayhike | The Dragonfly Mountain of Ilocos Sur
Mt. Fansipan (3,147+ MASL) | Hike to the Rooftop of Vietnam and Indochina
As a Filipino hiker passionate for adventures and seeing the beauty of the highlands, I have always dreamt of climbing the beautiful mountains outside of the Philippines. My fervor for discovering the mountains overseas grew stronger each year every time my contemporaries in the Philippine hiking community post their pictures posing at the some of … Continue reading Mt. Fansipan (3,147+ MASL) | Hike to the Rooftop of Vietnam and Indochina
CuyTarak: Mt. Cuyapo to Tarak Ridge Traverse
The Mt. Mariveles range is a gigantic, dormant volcano south of Bataan. The entire mountain complex is huge, taking almost the entire land area of the southern part of the province. With such a large area covered, it is no surprising that Filipino mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts have taken a liking for the mountain. A … Continue reading CuyTarak: Mt. Cuyapo to Tarak Ridge Traverse
Mt. Negron (1,595+ MASL) | An Overnight Hike to the Highest Mountain in Pampanga
When traversing the North Luzon Expressway northwards on a clear day, two mountain systems are visible. To the right is the solitary Mt. Arayat, standing tall around the plains of Pampanga. To the left is the Cabusilan Mountain Range containing several mountains such as Mt. Pinatubo, Mt. Tayawan, Mt. Cuadrado, among others. With the many … Continue reading Mt. Negron (1,595+ MASL) | An Overnight Hike to the Highest Mountain in Pampanga
Mt. Matutum (2,286+ MASL) | South Cotabato’s Iconic Mountain
When in SOCCSKARGEN, chances are, you've probably seen a mountain shaped like a Hershey's Kisses chocolate. This iconic cone-shaped mountain, which stands mightily above the vast plantations in South Cotabato, is none other than Mt. Matutum! Mt. Matutum as seen from GenSan airport As it is such an imposing figure, spotting this mountain from South … Continue reading Mt. Matutum (2,286+ MASL) | South Cotabato’s Iconic Mountain
Highland Reflections: Kaisipan, Karanasan, at Kamalayan 