Last 13th of February, 2022, I was able to finally climb one of Laguna's mountains, Mount Kalisungan in the town of Calauan. Joining me in this endeavor are my friends Cristine and Fara, who have climbed Kalisungan once and twice respectively (making this Cristine's second and Fara's third climb up the mountain). Instead of joining … Continue reading A Quick Hike to Mt. Kalisungan (630+ MASL) →

Last February 5, 2022, I was able to visit the mountains of Sitio Wawa. Situated in the town of Rodriguez (formerly Montalban), Sitio Wawa in Barangay San Rafael is a melting pot for outdoor enthusiasts. From casual travelers, bikers, hikers, trail runners, and rock climbers, Sitio Wawa bustles like no other mountain community in the … Continue reading Montalban Trilogy V1 (Mt. Binacayan, Mt. Pamitinan, & Mt. Hapunang Banoi) →

Last December, 2021, I was able to climb one of Cordillera's prime hiking destinations, Mt. Kalawitan. Situated in Sabangan and Bontoc in Mountain Province, Mt. Kalawitan is the 10th highest summit in the Philippines, displacing its neighbor Mt. Amuyao (11th) in Barlig by only 10 meters. The mountain is known for its rich and thick … Continue reading Mt. Kalawitan Dayhike (2,714+ MASL) via Bontoc Trail | Golden Farm Resort Jump-off →

Last 21st of November, 2021, I was finally able to do one of my dream climbs, a hike up to Mt. Tapulao, the highest peak in the entire Central Luzon. I've always been highly curious about this mountain. Back then when I was a teenager, I've read accounts of hikers telling tales about how they … Continue reading Mt. Tapulao Dayhike (2,037+ MASL) →

Last 30th and 31st of October, I was able to successfully climb the country's fifth highest summit, Mt. Kalatungan in Pangantucan, Bukidnon. For this hike, I joined an organized event by Akyat Tanaw Mountaineers in coordination with Bukidnon's Dauntless Outdoor. It was my first time to be in the southern portion of the country, making … Continue reading Mt. Kalatungan Traverse to Mt. Lumpanag (2,880+ MASL): On to the Philippines’ 5th Highest Mountain! →