Mountain: Mt. Batolusong [Duhatan Ridge (442 masl); Mapatag Plateau (663 masl); Rangyas Peak (882 masl)] Cave: Sabang Cave Location: Brgy. San Andres, Tanay, Rizal January 27, 2019 One of the famous mountains in Tanay, Rizal, Mt. Batolusong is a perfect climb for beginners. But do not be mistaken because behind the pictures found in Google... Continue Reading →
Mt. Binacayan
Mountain: Mt. Binacayan (424+ masl) Location: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal January 28, 2018 My first hike for 2018 and my 16th mountain as well was at Mt. Binacayan which is part of the Version 1 Trilogy in Montalban. This mountain is perfect and can be challenging for the beginners with the combination of its chill... Continue Reading →
Nagpatong Rock Formation with Tungtong Falls sidetrip
Mountain: Nagpatong Rock Formation (660+ masl) Falls: Tungtong Falls Location: Brgy. Cuyambay, Tanay, Rizal September 30, 2018 Another quick weekend day hike is can be found in the midst of Tanay, Rizal. One of the frequently visited tourist spot, my 20th hike and 25th mountain to be exact, Nagpatong Rock Formation with a sidetrip at... Continue Reading →
Laiban Quatro: Mt. Lobo, Mt. Ngusong Kabayo & Tangwa Peak + Four Falls
Mountains: Mt. Lobo (488+ masl); Mt. Ngusong Kabayo (602 masl); Tangwa Peak (625 masl) Falls: Kalaparan, Panat-In, Mahangin, Tagpuan Location: Brgy. Laiban, Tanay, Rizal August 4-5, 2018 The province of Rizal never failed to amaze me with its mountains and waterfalls. Last August 4 and 5, I have witnessed the enchanting beauty of Brgy. Laiban... Continue Reading →
Mt. Parawagan
Mountain: Mt. Parawagan (480+ masl) Location: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal July 15, 2018 Mt. Parawagan is the third and last mountain I need to climb to complete the Version 2 Trilogy at Montalban. My 18th hike and 22nd mountain has been my easiest climb so far although the trail was muddy and the rain kept... Continue Reading →
Sierra Madre Hotel & Resort with sidetrip at Palo Alto Falls
Resort: Sierra Madre Hotel & Resort Sidetrip: Palo Alto Falls Location: Tanay, Rizal July 1, 2018 A quick and accessible getaway near Manila is can be found at Tanay, Rizal. Surrounded by the mountains of Sierra Madre, the Sierra Madre Hotel & Resort is a perfect place for people looking for quiet, peace and encounter... Continue Reading →
Twin Hike: Mt. Susong Dalaga + Mt. Lagyo
Mountains: Mt. Susong Dalaga (325+ masl) Mt. Lagyo (396+ masl) Location: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal April 8, 2018 The two mountains are part of the Version 2 of another trilogy, excluding Mt. Parawagan, in Brgy. Sitio Wawa; whereas Mt. Hapunang Banoi, Mt. Pamintinan and Mt. Binacayan are the Version 1. But that’s another story. This... Continue Reading →