Tag: Mountain Climb

Mount Pulag, standing at 2,926 meters above sea level, is the third highest peak in the Philippines and the highest in Luzon. Known to the indigenous people as the “Playground of the Gods,” it offers a spiritual and physically rewarding experience. While it has several trails, the Ambangeg Trail, often dubbed the “executive trail” or “artista trail,” is the most popular and accessible for beginners. This comprehensive guide will take you through the entire journey, from preparation to the summit and back. Reaching the summit of Mount Pulag with friends The Mount Pulag Experience: A Journey of Senses The Ambangeg ... Read more

Mount Ulap, a crown jewel of Itogon, Benguet, offers a quintessential day trek experience for both a seasoned mountaineer and a first-time hiker. It is a 9.4-kilometer eco-trail that has captivated the hearts of many with its stunning natural features, from rolling pine-covered ridges to panoramic views of the Cordillera mountain range. A day spent traversing this trail is an immersion into the cool, misty air of the mountains, a physical challenge with a rewarding payoff, and a chance to capture some of the most iconic landscapes in the Philippines. Pine trees dot the trail of Mount Ulap The Journey ... Read more

Every climber has his/her own awesome story of ascent. For us, it was the embarrassing-turned-funny memories and some thrill-aggravating, on the spot made-up fictions. It was also made a lot exciting by the gullible and astute companions. But before I share to you the stories of the climb, let me start with a brief introduction. Pico de Loro Trivia Pico de Loro, which literally translates to Parrot’s Beak, is one of the three peaks in Mount Palay-Palay mountain range (officially, Mt Palay-Palay National Park) in the municipalities of Ternate and Maragondon, Province of Cavite. The other two peaks are: Mataas na Gulod and ... Read more