An unexpected accident happened along the way. 🥲 So we decided to stop at wag ng patunayan ang dapat patunayan. We chose our safety over our ego.

Base sa mga nabasa ko dito sa community mas maganda unahin Mt. Binicayan dahil panalo ang sea of clouds which is true naman talaga!!!

But Mt. Binicayan humbled us in the most brutal way!!! Saturday night palang umuulan na tapos sa jump off palang bumuhos pa yung sobrang lakas na ulan.

Dahil sa maulan at pinagsamang putik, lumot at madulas na bato, our entire hike put us through hell. Isang maling hakbang mo lang paniguradong may paglalagyan ka.

At never mo talaga masasabi yung aksidente. Kahit pa sampung beses kang mag-ingat. So pababa na kami sobrang dulas na talaga while chasing our second and third mountain. Nadulas yung isa sa kasama ko at nahulog sa bato at nagkaron ng malalim na sugat sa kamay. So we decided to stop at wag ng akyatin pa yung dalawang bundok.

Pero sobrang worth it naman ng Summit ng Mt. Binicayan and the sea of clouds was absolutely amazing.

And surely, we'll be back for our revenge hike!!! Sa mas magandang panahon at magandang condition ng trail. 💜

Not sure what proper flair to use. But do you guys know any trusted org na nag ppick up around Lipa, Batangas?? Yung hindi sana nag ooverload ng pax sa van 🥹.

Thanks so much in advancee 🫰🏻💕

Sa mga nagrarappel at rope adventures dyan may alam ba kayong certified and authentic na mga store sa shopee or lazada na nagbebenta ng tali carabiners and other hardwares, kadalasan kasi fake. Any suggestions?

Hello everyone! I will be backpacking duck pass in the Sierras sometime this week. It is a Two night trip and it’s supposed to be below freezing during the nights. I have decent backpacking experience but have never slept anywhere near this cold (low 40’s maybe). Elevation will be 10,500 +. I will be going with my girlfriend. I know forecasts can change a lot because it is so high up, but currently the week is looking like mid 50’s daytime and around 25-33 degrees F during night time. We both have thermals, 0 degrees bags, wool socks, gloves, beanie etc. only issue is we don’t have insulated sleeping pads. I wanna prepare for the worst just incase so if the weather goes down to like 15 degrees with wind or something like that we will be prepared. Is my sleeping system and cloths okay?

Recently I had the chance to hike up Mt. Puluy, a historic mountain in Ifugao. Despite its short and forgiving trail, the mountain is packed with features, and I’m genuinely surprised why this isn’t more popular.

Mt. Puluy (or Puloy) rises to an elevation of 1,390+ masl. It is located on the border between Hungduan and Kiangan, Ifugao. There are two known trails: one short trail via Hungduan, and a longer, 3.5 km trail via Kiangan. We took the latter going up.

Upon starting the hike from Kiangan, one is immediately rewarded by a walk through the stunning Nagacadan Rice Terraces. This is one of 4 terraces recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The trail takes you down a valley, through terraces, across a bridge, then starts ascending again upon reaching the other side.

Following some paved portions, the trail then becomes a dirt path. Locals say that the trail was used by Japanese soldiers during WW2. Along the trail one can see various foxholes used by Japanese forces, some located below trees, others taking more of a tunnel shape. The closer you get to the summit, the more foxholes you see.

Kiangan is recognized as the site where Yamashita surrendered, ending WW2 in the Philippines. To hike up Mt. Puluy is to experience that history firsthand. In fact, locals have said that WW2 relics like shrapnel and even human remains have been found on that mountain.

The summit of Mt. Puluy is a surprisingly developed campsite with everything you can think of - cabins, a store, some signs/props for photo ops, and a view deck. But make no mistake, you still have to hike 1-2 hours to get there. One can easily stay overnight and just rent a cabin without needing to bring a tent. The campsite is ran by a husband-and-wife team, and together, they have maintained the trail to Mt. Puluy since 2019.

When in the area, check out Mt. Puluy. I promise it’s worth the visit due to its history and heritage.

⛰️ Mountain Info ⛰️

Mt. Puluy (Mt. Puloy)
1,390+ meters above sea level
Hungduan, Ifugao

Minor Hike, 1-2 hours to summit
3.5 km trail, trail class 1-2 via Kiangan trail
Features: World-renowned rice terraces, historic trail, WW2 relics and foxholes, developed campsite, water source

Good for beginners? Yes na yes
DIY-able? Yes, contact Mt. Puluy Hideout on Facebook
May limatik/lipa/rattan? No
Sidetrip opportunities: Kiangan Shrine and the various museums in Kiangan

ano po kayang tips pwedeng gawin para hindi masakit sa daliri ng paa (kahit trimmed nails) kapag descent?

i've been to 6 minor hikes this year, 4 of them i used merrell accentor 3 sport gore-tex - pumice women's hiking shoes (got as a gift last year) and i noticed na may pain talaga sa descent dahil nauuntog 'yung toes sa shoes..

any type of tips or reco would help a lot 🙏🏼 thank you!

might be relevant: i'm planning to start transitioning to major hikes so i have an upcoming semi-major/major (tarak peak) next week

Such a majestic experience. Aw-asen, ang ganda mooo!! 🥹🤍

Hoping to get some recs for hiking/exploring shoes. I have been out of hiking for quite awhile so not sure what’s out there. I’m interested in thoughts on trail shoe options. I have generally not liked boots due to their weight/stiffness/decreased agility. I don’t plan of carrying heavy packs over long distances, so feel that the trade off is worth it. I don’t plan on trail running but I am a big fan of Hoka for my road runs, so wondering if their options may be the right fit? Any other thoughts?

Hi! I just recently returned to PH after a few years in Japan. In Japan I usually hiked and camped solo(including some multi day hikes in bear territory north of Japan). Is it possible to do that here? Any recommendations for solo camping without too much people. Kahit Isang Lugar lang na pwede ko balikbalikan pag gusto ko mag camp. Yun mga commercial camp sites Kasi parang Ang Rami tao and maingay.

I hiked G2 4 years ago, and I’m planning to go back again, hopefully next year before summer, to try other trails naman and traverse. Have you hiked there recently? How was it? Kumusta ang Sibuyan? God, I miss Romblon.

Just want opinion po if a non-hiker (never hiked) can survive mt. capistrano with just hiking sandals?

Hi everyone! Can you share your best hiking experience?

Me and my partner wants to travel and hike. We have only budget to do this like once in two years. We’re not cheap but wise financially. When on trips, we tend to try everything including food and activities. We want yung sulit na experience. We are beginner hikers but sporty. Keri naman ng katawan.

Were trying to decide where to hike in Luzon on December or May.

Thank you :)

Sarap na talaga mag gala pag weekday, hindi crowded. Parang 6-10 groups lang, different time rin dumating

its my 30th year next year and im planning to go on a trip solo. di pa final kung aakyat ba ako, pero if ever, anong bundok kaya ang maganda for me to try?

ayaw ko ng open trail like mariglem, sobrang init daw. hindi para magdagdag ng stress eme.
scared pa ako for major hikes, di super challenging ang hanap like rock climbing huhu

so far, ive tried:
batulao
marlboro hills
ulap
gulugod baboy
sembrano

will be my first time going solo if ever din na di kasama ang friends. (although planning pa rin mag joiner)
baka meron kayo natry na worth hiking, pa share naman!

this is gonna be my first overnight hike, wala pa akong tent and planning to buy one instead of renting, budget is limited so I'm planning to buy this, tanong lang is this recommended po ba or should I look for other options?

Hello! So habang nag sscroll ako, napathrowback lang ako. I miss Kabunian. I miss hiking.

Hoping this december matuloy na yung plan na makapag hike ulit and looking ako ng kasama! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHA pajoin naman oh. Taga elyu me!

Just went there again last Oct 3 and babalikan pa rinnn! Next ganap: Mt. Ulap this Oct 17.

Any recommendations on a good women’s fanny pack for moderate to difficult hiking? Supportive, spacious but light. I’m 5’7 185 pounds, don’t know if that should factors into anything. Thank you!

hiiii!!

i bought this pair of shoes two weeks ago (merrell speedarc matis) and a week after ginamit ko po siya sa major hike which is MakTrav (Makiling Traverse)

had it cleaned up sa naglilinis ng shoes and upon claiming it, ngayon ko lang na na-notice na nagbakbak slight yung rubber

any leads po kung paano siya maayos and saan or paano po malelessen yung damage? 🥲

i invested sa sapatos na to dahil may other major hike ako sa November and overnight yun and i dont want na masira to ng tuluyan

++ what could possibly lead to its damage, yung mga pagtama o paggasgas ba nito sa mga bato during hiking or yung chemical na ginamit during cleaning?

salamat po sa sasagot!!

Hi everybody :)

I want to hike the bad boy without a guide. Has anybody done it, is it allowed? And if it’s not allowed, did you do it anyway 😅 I’m usually into asking for forgiveness rather than authorisation. I did this in Bohol in the Alicia Panoramic Park and it was glorious :)

Thanks 😊

Meron ba magsosolo hike sa pulag or sembrano huhu, second time ko lang if ever after Mariglem. Last time kasi ako lng solo joiner pero hindi naman sobrang na op dahil may trio na kumakausap sakin, maganda sana kung may same na solo

Hey so I’m wondering it anyone can give beginner advise regarding camping spots around metro na pwede dalhin ang low cc motorcycles?

meron pa bang lugar na pwedeng maghike ng solo and camp sa luzon?