The Parrot’s Beak: Mt. Pico de Loro

Parrot's Beak. That's how they describe Mt. Pico de Loro, one of Maragondon's attraction and Cavite's highest point. I climbed Pico last August 19 and again yesterday, September 2. With just 2 climbs, I can definitely say that even if you climb the same mountain more than once, each climb is a different experience. Just … Continue reading The Parrot’s Beak: Mt. Pico de Loro

Mt. Maculot and 1,000 Steps of Lumampao

Hiked the mountain for the 2nd time last Aug. 26, saw breathtaking views (last time I trekked here was foggy). And after going to the Rockies, we decided to trek down to Brgy. Don Juan in Lumampao, and this is what we have to go through going down and back up: Arriving at this small … Continue reading Mt. Maculot and 1,000 Steps of Lumampao

2012: Mt. Purgatory Traverse

My leg muscles and feet are aching as of this writing. Scaling 3 peaks in an overnight climb is not a walk in the park but the experience was fun, unexpectedly educational and did I mention fun? I will let the pictures do the talking since any adjectives I will place in here would sound … Continue reading 2012: Mt. Purgatory Traverse

2012: Mt. Pulag

Climbed last February 18 with Ian, I had to practically drag him to come with me for my quest for the elusive clearing (sea of clouds). Some actually are lucky, they are able to see it the first time they scaled the summit. Me, this is my second climb and every time, it rains 😦 … Continue reading 2012: Mt. Pulag

Mt. Pulag

Had an opportunity to climb the 3rd highest peak in the Philippines - Mt. Pulag in Bokod, Benguet. We left in Manila around 11pm, took the Victory Liner bus to Baguio and arrived around 5am. Took a jeep ride to the DENR Station in Bokod, passed by Ambuklao Dam and of course, we road topload … Continue reading Mt. Pulag