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Mt. Sembrano and the Mystery of Missing Longanisa
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Set in the province of Rizal, town of Pililia in barangay Malaya is another mountain gaining popularity from mountain junkies that is so close to Metro Manila and not commercialized by the local government. Unlike Tanay, Mt. Sembrano, in Pililia is handled by the barangay so the environmental fee and registration fee are…
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Mt. Natib + Pasukulan Falls for Dummies
One of the hardest climb I ever had by far. Just less than three hours away from Manila in the province of Bataan lies a gem for mountain enthusiasts to find peace after a week of non-stop day-to-day routine. A change of activity on a weekend regardless how tiresome it could be is a great way of relieving stress, don’t you agree?
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Laguna is known for waterfalls. Pagsanjan and Bukal falls are just a couple of them. Another majestic waterfall is taking the lime light since its debut online in 2015, the Hulugan Falls.
As early as five in the morning we were already at the bus terminal bound to Sta. Cruz in Buendia near LRT1 almost ready for our three-hour bus ride to Luisiana. (Tell the bus conductor to drop you off in Pasawitan jeepney terminal. Bus fare (P140.00).
As soon as we reached Pasawitan there is already a jeepney waiting for passengers going to Lucban. When we told them we were going to Hulugan falls they were more than welcome to let us in and told us that it will be leaving in 10 minutes (jeepney fare is P30.00)
Approximately 30 to 40 minutes from Pasawitan, we reached Barangay San Salvador.
From the main road, walk few meters towards the baranggay to information desk and registration (P30.00 registration fee).
After a brief orientation you will need to ride a tricycle (fare is P20.00) going to the jump off point where you start the trek for about 30 minutes to the first stop-Talay falls and Hidden Falls.
From Talay and Hidden falls, you will have to trek for another 30 to 45 minutes to reach Hulugan Falls. The trek is relatively easy.
On our way to Hulugan, there is a rest stop where you can catch a glimpse of the waterfalls.
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Few more steps down to the base of the mountain is the highlights of our tour.
Luisina is called as “Little Baguio of Laguna” because of its high elevation. True enough, even the sun on its zenith, the temperature of the water still gives you chills.
After a few hours of enjoying the nature we headed back to the jump off point. Now please note that the trail back to jump off is quite challenging for non hikers. Make sure to take your time.
Hulugan Falls of Luisiana, Laguna Laguna is known for waterfalls. Pagsanjan and Bukal falls are just a couple of them. Another majestic waterfall is taking the lime light since its debut online in 2015, the Hulugan Falls.
First day in Coron we decided to go to Mt. Tapyas, a 210-meter hike above sea level located in the town of Coron. It’s the second highest place in Coron, where visitors can have a complete view of the town. With 724 steps going to the top seems a bit tiring yet the spectacle above is worth every step.
There are packages offered for a city tour including Mt. Tapyas in the itinerary. But if you are on a tight budget, you can just go there directly without a guide. It is just one tricycle away or if your hotel is close to it you can just go there by foot. No entrance fee.
What is good about DIY is you can stay there as long as you want. I noticed some group who went there with a package tour has to leave early because they are following a schedule I suppose which means they missed the best part of Mt. Tapyas and that is the sunset.
Mt. Tapyas First day in Coron we decided to go to Mt. Tapyas, a 210-meter hike above sea level located in the town of Coron.
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“Humanda ka, kuyog ito.”
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“Humanda ka, kuyog ito.”
Mga katagang sinambit ni Agent Manigan (Anne Curtis) kay Agent Yatco (Brandon Vera) ilang saglit bago sila sugurin ng mga nagngangalit na residente ng Barangay Gracia ni Maria, isang slum area sa gitna ng Maynila.
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I love sunset. Whenever I go to new places, I look forward to watch the sun sets as the azure horizon turns gold to velvet then later devoured by complete darkness. It is like watching a fantasy movie in 3-D. But Tarak ridge summit is not a good place to experience such magical hour. Read on for you to find out.
Tarak ridge is located at Mariveles, Bataan with approximate elevation of 1,130 masl (meters above sea level), a major climb with 4/9 difficulty, trail class 3* the trail to summit will beat out the beast in you.
As soon as we arrived at Barangay Alas-Asin, we headed to Barangay Hall to register around 2:30 in the morning. Exactly 3:00 am we started our trek. First part of the trail was easy and we reached Papaya river after two and a half hours. We took our time, had our breakfast, dip in natural mini pool before heading back to trail. The start of the assault trail.
The Only Source of Water going to the camp site – Papaya River
From Papaya to the ridge is the second part of the trail where the real deal begins. Trails are very steep you may want to use both hands to pull yourself up. After long hours of trekking we finally reached the ridge. We had our lunch, set up camp and rest before we go back to trail going to the summit for the much anticipated sunset.
Late afternoon, the strong wind from South China Sea started to bombard us as if telling us to go back now to the trail for the summit. So we started our trek full of anticipation of the magic hour.
Finally the summit! Behold, the majestic Mount Mariveles is in front of us, taunting. Behind is is the sun, it is not even four in the afternoon yet we cannot see it because of huge mountain in front of us. We felt like children who received empty box of candy on Halloween.
With a weary heart and a little bit dismayed, we started our decent back to the camp. Somehow, not waiting for the sunset since we cannot see it anyway, we decided to go back down immediately was a good decision. Soon enough halfway back to our camp, a thick fog started to clothe the entire peak and the trail which made our trek more difficult. Any small mishap could turn into disaster.
Since we were not able to witness the sunset, we decided to rest early so we can wake up early the next day for sunrise. Although sunset the day before was a shame, sunrise at the ridge worth everything.
At least the sunrise did not disappoint.
Here are some photos we took during our trip to Tarak.
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Tarak Ridge Sunset A Big Disappointment I love sunset. Whenever I go to new places, I look forward to watch the sun sets as the azure horizon turns gold to velvet then later devoured by complete darkness.
I asked a few friends about Bataan, what do they know and most of them would say Corregidor Island, the harbor defense of Manila Bay, the gruesome truth of Bataan Death March, the Battle of Bataan and the likes. Nobody mentioned about white sand beaches, majestic rock formations, awesome sunset. One friend of mine once told me that there’s nothing to see in Bataan. Well this post will prove her wrong.
Where is Bataan? The province is situated in Central Luzon region of the Philippines, a peninsula facing South China Sea to the west, Subic Bay to the northwest and encloses Manila Bay to the east. Being surrounded by bodies of water, you can never ran out of water activities in the province.
What to do then? So I made some research of what to do in Bataan and found many posts about Five Fingers Cove, Batanes of the West and white sand beach all in the town of Mariveles, province of Bataan and that is when we started our plan to wonder if we will marvel in Mariveles, Bataan.
Going to Bataan. There are two bus companies operating from Manila to Mariveles, Bataan and vise versa. Genesis transport which operates only from 6am to 8pm and Bataan Transit from 12am then 3am. Travel is approximately three to four hours from Manila. We took Bataan transit leaving by 12am. Unfortunately we missed the first trip so we decided to take two rides Manila to Balanga which leaves at 1am then take another bus going to Mariveles.
The Breakfast. We arrived in Mariveles before 5am and thought of having breakfast at Jollibee but men, there was already a long queue of customers waiting in line even before the restaurant opened for that day. So we went to the market instead which is about five-minute walk from Jollibee. There we had a special lugaw (special rice porridge) for only Php.40.00 and I tell you it is worth walking rather than waiting in a long line of queue at a fastfood restaurant. The best lugaw I had.
After breakfast we bought food for the group good for lunch, dinner and brunch for the next day. We toom advantage of the seafood, it is so fresh and not tok pricey compared to Manila prices. Then we headed to Porto aplaya via tricycle. Php.15.00 each for a group of five or Php.75.00 one way for a tricycle, travel time is about 10 to 15 minutes.
Porto Aplaya. This is where the pick up and drop off point of tourist/visitors doimg the Five Fingers Tour. Upon arrival you will be greeted by so eager locals asking if you already have a boat. If you are travelling in a group might as well reserve your boat in advance. The point person in Mariveles is Kuya Tikboy (09075946138) he will help make the arrangements smoothly. You will be asked to register your name in manifesto and pay Php.5.00 for registration fee. It is not as organized as the other tourist spots in the country but the whole experience is not as bad as you think.
The Overnight tour as locals call it is Php.3500 for a boat for 10pax. Any excess is Php.350.00 per head. This includes the Five Finger Coves to Cove tour and Drop you off to Laki Beach. For a Day tour it is for Php.2500.00.
Five Fingers Cove tour. It approximately 3 to 4 hours of cove hopping. As mentioned before Bataan is a peninsula and Mariveles is blessed with several pieces of land surrounded by water, while being connected to a mainland from which it extends. From google map it looks like five stretched out fingers, hence the name is derived from.
The tour is consists of several spots:
Bat cave.
Rock formations.
Nagbintana.
The Wall.
Laki Beach. Our last stop to pitch our tents and have the rest of the day and stay for the night is Laki beach. There is no accomodation available no electricity as well so make sure to have yourself ready. There is Php.250.00 entrance fee at the beach. Several cottages are also available but it is on a first come first serve basis. We arrived at the beach around 1pm. As soon as we arrived at Laki it totally hooked me in an instant. Long white sand shore, crystal blue sea and long line of coconut trees. It never disappoint me.
Before sun down we walked along the shoreline and went to the tip of the left part cover where we witnessed a beautiful sunset. We also found a small lagoon where you can bathe for awhile. Just be careful with sea urchins.
Goodbyes. The following morning, we had a quick swim and then brunch while waiting for our boat to arrived. We left Laki beach around 11am. On our way back to Porto Aplaya the waves are too excited as if bidding goodbye and see you next time. They were endless and tiressly hitting our boat, gentle at first then a huge one will come. It was so much and terrifying at the same time.
Marveles is really a marvel. Surely we will be back and explore more the other stops you can offer.
Marvel at Mariveles, Bataan I asked a few friends about Bataan, what do they know and most of them would say Corregidor Island, the harbor defense of Manila Bay, the gruesome truth of Bataan Death March, the Battle of Bataan and the likes.
For this trip we managed to rent two tricycles from Tanay proper going to Sta. Ines barangay hall. Each tricycle for 5pax (Php.2,000.00 round trip per tricycle).
Left Tanay proper around 12noon and reached barangay hall of Tanay by 2:00 pm.
Had a short meal, registration (Php.100.00 and Php.10.00 for seedling to be planted along the way) and orientation with the guides, Mang Boy and Mang Floring (1:5 ratio, Php. 1,250.00 for overnight), short lrayer then we started our trek by 3pm going to camp site.
Our first river crossing.
The distances from river 1 to 2 and so forth down to 7th river is pretty much the same so you are gonna feel like you’ll reach the 11th river in a swift but your wrong. River 8 to 11 is qhite farther. Do note that in rainy season river may swell and can be dangerous to cross.
Keep our mountain clean and healthy by planting more trees.
We were greeted by a rainbow on our way as if saying good luck and great adventure.
Mt. Irid as seen on our way to camp site.
By 6:30 in the evening we finally reached the camp site. We pitched tents, freshen up, prepare dinner, dinner, short socialization then lights out by 9:00 pm.
It’s January of 2018, the strong wind outside howl like an enormous monster of the night with icy breeze that chills you to the bones. We intended to start the hike by 2am so we had our clocks set at 1:00 in the morning. Clock was never late it started to ring on time, opened our tent but we could not get out because it was so freaking cold. So we went back to our tents and decided to pass another hour.
By 2:00 am we finally went out and started to boil water for coffee. Prepare sandwiches to pack exactly 2:40 we started the trek all way up to the summit.
The first few minutes of the trek from the camp site is flat surface with minor uphill. Then the real deal begins. The entire two hours and twenty minutes trek are all assault with an angle of 60° to 75°. It also rained halfway to the summit so the trail was muddy and slippery. Good gloves on both hands is recommended since limestone rocks along the way are spikey and some of the grass and woods have torns.
Finally we reached the summit by 6:20 in the morning. There was no good clearing in the summit at that time and the wind was really strong.
We stayed in the summit for about an hour and started our descent at 7:30am. Had a long dip in Kinabuan Falls (a separate post for that) and back at the barangay hall around 3:00 pm for quick lunch/merienda then a long river-cross-in-a-tricycle ride going back to reality and whole lot of body pain.
Mt. Irid with clear sky. Too bad we were already on our way back to jump off site.
Our first attempt to climb this mountain was a complete fiasco. First we crossed four rivers by foot to reach the jump off point, then did not have our “Permit to Hike” and soon found that we could not hike Mt. Irid without the hard copy of the permit (see previous post for details). But that did not stop us from pursuing this mountain. 3 months later here we are at Mt. Irid Summit:
Things you need to do if you plan to go to Mt. Irid.
Secure your “Permit to Hike” directly from Tanay Tourism. It is a must.
Prepare. Mt. Irid summit is the highest mountain peak in Rizal. With an elevation of 1,469 meters above sea level and a level difficulty of 6/9 thus considered a major climb.
From Bgy. Sta. Ines Hall as the jump off site, you will need to cross 11 rivers by foot to get to the camping site. This woiluld take approximately three and a half hours depending on your pace.
From Camp Site to summit is the beggining of the assault. Several meters of grassland from the camp site then the rest is about 60° to 75° assault untill you reach the summit (approx. 3 hours trek).
Consider the month when you are going. Expect occasional rain fall during rainy season. Extreme caution is needed during this weather co dition because the trail is slippery and muddy.
We Finally Made it to Mt. Irid For this trip we managed to rent two tricycles from Tanay proper going to Sta. Ines barangay hall.
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Mary Joy Pasiona – Dec 13, 1995
Jupiter Sinday – Aug.24,1985
Paolene Salvador – Jan. 23 1997
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The original plan was to go to Mt. Irid in Tanay, but because of miscommunication about the permit, we we’re not allowed to hike Irid. One guy from Tanay Tourism said we can simply print our “Permit to Hike” only to find out that we have to personally pick it up from the Municipal Hall. We were going on a Sunday, how can we get it? Anyway, we went ahead and just printed our email conversation hoping that they will accept it, unfortunately for us Kapitan did not accept it but allowed us to go to Kinabuan instead.
Not meant To Be. I guest it was not really our time to hike Irid. As we go to Kinabuan, rain fell after crossing the 4th river, that means five more rivers before we reach the camp site where we can pitch out tents for the night. On the 7th river, the water current was so strong, we had to take a detour where the water is not too deep and too strong for us to cross. I thought that if we are to climb the summit, it will be a very difficult one because of the rain. Trail will be 5x more difficult than what it already is.
By 5:30pm we reached Kinabuan and assemble our tents. By 6:00 pm we’re done and ready to go but our guide told us to go tomorrow instead because it’s already dark and will not be able to appreciate the waterfalls. So we freshen up, prepared our dinner, short socializing and lights out by 9:00pm.
The next morning after we had our breakfast, we went straight to Kinabuan Falls, just a three-minute walk from the camping site. I remember seeing it for the first time, it was glorious. I may be exaggerating at some point but it was really beautiful. It is like a paradise where fairies and mystical creatures live. Unspoiled.
Here are some pictures we took on out way to Kinabuan and the Kinabuan Falls:
8 river crossings
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Huge balete tree along the road going to the camping site
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How to get there:
Option A.
From Cogeo Gate 2, take a jeepney going to Sampaloc, Tanay and drop off at Batanggasan (San Andress, Php42.00).
Take a tricycle going to Sitio Maynoba (50.00 per person for a group of four) because tricycle cannot cross the rivers.
From Maynoba, you have to walk and cross 5 rivers to get to Sta. Ines, proceed to Bgy. Hall for permit and registration, and secure a guide.
From Bgy. Hall, start trekking for about 2 hours to 2 and half and cross 9 rivers before reaching Kinabuan camp site.
Option B. Wait for monster jeep from Cogeo leaving between 12:00nn to 1:00pm. If you missed that you have to go with Option A.
Option C. Rent a monster jeep (as they call it)
Option D. Use your own 4×4 or a mountain bike will do.
Mt. Irid Fail, Kinabuan Falls Win. The original plan was to go to Mt. Irid in Tanay, but because of miscommunication about the permit, we we're not allowed to hike Irid.
I have been very laid back these past weeks and not been able to do any new blog post yet. Done with my last hike in Tanay, August has ended and we’re now on the second week of September yet no update still from my Indonesia Trip. First of, my Samsung Note 5 already expired (entirely my fault really) and all of my pictures were there I meant the good coupes. I had them uploaded in Facebook though, all of them, but you can’t really use those because it automatically reduces the size of the file once uploaded to Facebook server so it is not going to be as good as it should be to use on a blog. But I am gonna use them anyway (I thought you should know first so I now apologize for the quality of pictures uploaded.) ’cause I really do not have a choice.
Anyhow, thanks to our very kind, supportive and generous host, Mrs. Lolita Cruz-Arbozo for taking care of us while we (3 monkeys and guest) were in Jakarta, Indonesia. Terima kasih (Thank you) Ma’am Oyette! Our stay wouldn’t be any better without you doing all the translation with the locals, letting us disturb your peaceful apartment for several days.
What are we going to do in Indonesia? In my opinion, creating itinerary after securing a flight ticket is a no no. When we had our tickets secured, we started to search “Things you can do in Jakarta, “Places you can visit in Jakarta” and the like in google. Unfortunately, there’s not much you can do in the city. Most of the suggested places to go are all about museums, midnight bars and clubs, music lounge and amusement parks. Not our type of activities, so what now?
JAKARTA
City Tour and a visit to National Museum.
I loved how the city bus is managed. They have their own lane and terminal, it is like MRT but it is a bus. The inside looks MRT/LRT as well. Cool.
And this is what it looks like inside the bus:
National Museum.
Central Park.
And you always have one in a group who takes photos like this:
compare to this:
Monumen Nacional (MONAS)
It is a 433 ft (132 meter) tower in the center of Merdeka Square, Central Jakarta, symbolizing the fight for Indonesia.
Best shot ever: WHERE IS JUSTICE?
We all wanted to go at the top of the tower to see the view of the city form above but because it was a holiday in Jakarta, there were so many tourist both local and foreign wanted the same thing. They are also limiting the number of guests to 500 per day who can go up the tower and unfortunately we did not make the cut. We tried the next day but with no luck we were not too early enough to get the reservation, by the time we get there they were already full. We still had fun though.
Ancol Dreamland. Taman Impian Jaya Ancol otherwise known as Ancol Dreamland is an integral part of Ancol Bay City, a resort destination located along Jakarta’s waterfront, in Ancol Kelurahan, Pademangan, Indonesia (from Wikipedia).
Alive Museum. Jakarta’s brand new fun and entertainment destination, it is one of the biggest 3D illusion museums in Jakarta.
MAGELANG
Borobudur Temple, or Barabudur. It is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia, as well as the world’s largest Buddhist temple, and also one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world. The temple consists of nine stacked platforms, six square and three circular, topped by a central dome. The temple is decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues (from Wikipedia).
YOGYAKARTA
Prambanan Temple or Candi Rara Jonggrang is a 9th-century Hindu temple compound in Central Java, Indonesia, dedicated to the Trimurti, the expression of God as the Creator (Brahma), the Preserver (Vishnu) and the Destroyer (Shiva). The temple compound is located approximately 17 kilometres (11 mi) northeast of the city of Yogyakarta on the boundary between Central Java and Yogyakarta provinces.
Getting a best shot in these two temples was a struggle because of so many tourists.
Kalibiru National Park. A beautiful park of lush nature, a peaceful environment and beautiful views.
According to Aesop, “Adventure is worthwhile” and indeed it was. Looking forward for more.
Terima kasih Indonesia! I have been very laid back these past weeks and not been able to do any new blog post yet.
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Discover Malaysia: Time Travel back to 2015
For starters if you follow my blog you know that I just recently do blogging and have not posted my interbational travel debut. So in preparation for my second international travel this year (2017) YES! Allow me to recollect the memories of 2015 and share it with you.
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. Basically it was my first time to travel abroad, be in a foreign land and with foreign people. I…
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Mount Daraitan with Tinipak River sidetrip (Overnight)
Mount Daraitan with Tinipak River sidetrip (Overnight)
Day 1 1530 Call time (Cogeo Gate 2, infront of Jolibee) 1630 Left Cogeo Terminal via jeepney (P65.00) 1830 Arrived at Sampaloc, Tanay. Take tricycle to Brgy. Daraitan (P75/person) 1 Tric: 4 person/P300.00 per way 1900 Arrived at Barangay Hall for briefing and registration
2000 Arrived at camping site new Tinipak River (set up camp, dinner and socialization)
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