Tag: Trekking

While trekking to a hilltop may sound like an adventure to you, if you don’t do it right, the chances are that you may get too tired to climb up. And this happens for a number of reasons. First, lack of oxygen. Second, wrong technique. Third over-enthusiasm. And fourth, not keeping the following tips in mind. Trekking at Marlboro Hills in Sagada, Mountain Province So, don’t make any mistakes. Go through the following list (it won’t take more than seven minutes; precisely) and make sure that you are energized on your way to the top. 1. First of All, Hydrate ... Read more

Baler is one of the awesome places that can easily be accessed from Manila. Yeah – it has a reputation of being a great surfing haven, however, it offers a lot more than that. To summarize, I have listed interesting things to do in Baler. Surf or Learn Surfing First in the list is surfing. Well, a large chunk of tourists visit Baler for that purpose. Professional or not, there are waves suitable for you. If you do it the very first time, do not worry, there are trusted surfers who can assist you, but, of course, for a fee. Rush guards ... Read more

There are two ways to enjoy your visit in Taal Volcano Main Crater. You can take the regular tourist trail, and then enjoy a panoramic bird’s eye view of the crater or hike your way up [then down] via the Secret or Kalawit (Calauit) Trail, and then witness not just the beautiful panorama of the lake but also experience the warmth of the sulfonated water. How to get There Board a Tanauan-bound bus at Buendia Bus Terminal in Pasay City. The fare ranges from ₱90 to ₱100. From the bus stop in Tanauan City, take a tricycle (₱15) to the jeepney terminal, ... Read more

I was slowly drawing out my left foot that was stucked in the red mud when I smelled a rancid odor. It was a hydrogen sulfide-adulterated smoke that tried to escape from the earth fissures. Though dog-tired, it felt like a thorn was being pulled out of my throat. “Yes!”, I exclaimed, “I am close!”. I could see the resting huts uphill, the summit of Taal Volcano Crater. Regular Tourist Trail vs Kalawit (Calauit) Trail It was my second time to trek to the main crater of Taal Volcano but I really couldn’t resist exhaustion. Disappointed, but I did have ... Read more