Random Clicks: Mount Batulao, Batangas

Another task erased from my bucket list but I will definitely continue doing it--mountain climbing. This climb was special because I was with my 8-year old son and my sister and two aunts. He's so brave and strong!

Mount Batulao, Batangas towers more than 800 meters above sea level, with 11 peaks to brave before you reach the summit on the 12th, and although the guide said it was just a 5-kilometer trek from the foot to the summit, I think it was more than that. There are two trails but we chose the new one because it is the easier route. By the way, it's a 4/9 trail level so don't let its spectacular view fool you. For a beginner, it took us 2.5 hours to go up and 2 hours to go down. Not bad. 

There are stores in every 3 or 4 peaks so you could recharge, have a toilet break, eat and drink. Camp sites are also available if you want to stay longer.

You wouldn't be lost along the way because it is the only way up on trail number 2. There are now trees which makes it the perfect mountain to have a 360-degree view of Batangas.

If you are planning a summer adventure, I highly recommend it. You will only spend roughly 300 pesos. Add 500 pesos if you want to hire a guide.