Epic Dual Peaks: Mount Pinatubo and mount Pulag Hike

Tour overview

Duration

5 days, 4 nights

4 destinations

Baguio City, Benguet, Tarlac City +1 more

Tour starts

Singapore

Tour highlights

Don't miss an optional side trip to Baguio, the "Summer Capital of the Philippines," for its cool climate and charming mountain views.

Embrace the thrill of a 4x4 off-road adventure in Mount Pinatubo, navigating rugged terrain for an exhilarating journey to the stunning crater lake.

Witness the breathtaking "Sea of Clouds" at Mount Pulag, where you can experience the magical sunrise above a vast ocean of fluffy clouds.

1. Day 1

   Arrival

   

   • Upon your arrival at Clark International Airport, you will transfer to the hotel and have a free and easy program for the day.
2. Day 2

   Pinatubo Summit Attack

   

   • Departing from your hotel at 2:00 AM, we head to Capas for breakfast and lunch packing by 4:00 AM. From there, we proceed to the Sta. Juliana 4x4 meetup for final preparations before embarking on a bumpy ride. After an hour, we start our hike to Mt. Pinatubo crater, arriving within two hours to explore, enjoy brunch, rest, and capture photos. Descending takes less than two hours back to the 4x4 parking area, followed by a return ride to freshen up at the jump-off point. We depart for Baguio City at 2:30 PM, expecting to arrive by 5:00 PM.
3. Day 3

   Baguio to Marlboro (2130M Asl)

   

   • At 4:00 AM, pick-up from your Baguio hotel. The journey to DENR Pulag takes about 1.5 hours with a mandatory 30-minute medical checkup and breakfast. A hiking briefing follows at DENR, then a 4x4 ride to Akiki Station for a head count and final brief before the hike begins. Lunch at Eddet River (1440m ASL), then continue to Malboro Camp (2130m ASL) for a challenging ascent. Estimated arrival at Malboro camp by 5:00 PM for tent setup and rest until dinner at 7:00 PM. Lights out at 10:00 PM to recharge for the next day.
4. Day 4

   Camp Malboro to Camp Saddle (2800M Asl)

   

   • At 5:00 AM, wake-up call and breakfast will be provided. By 6:30 AM, depart from Malboro camp to Saddle Campsite, a 3-hour journey estimated to arrive within 3-4 hours. Day 2 will be treated as an acclimatization day, with lunch provided at Saddle Camp. Rest and prepare for the next day's summit attempt. Dinner will be served at 6:30 PM, followed by a free and easy program.
5. Day 5

   Camp Saddle-Summit Attack (2926M Asl)

   

   • On day 5 of the tour, wake-up call is at 2:30 AM followed by breakfast. The summit hike begins shortly after. We aim to reach the summit by 5:00 AM for sunrise, then descend starting around 7:00 AM. By 11:00 AM, we plan to pass Camp 2, Camp 1, and the Mossy Forest. Upon arrival at Ambangeg Ranger Station, we will pack up and prepare for departure. Estimated departure times are 2:30 PM to Baguio and Clark Airport, with an expected arrival at the Baguio hotel by 5:00 PM.
6. Day 6

   Additional Stay in Baguio (Optional)

   

   • Free and easy program with a stroll at Burnham Park, a Local Market Visit for fresh pastries and local delicacies, and enjoy the rest of the day in Baguio Town, known as the "Summer Capital of the Philippines," enjoy a cool and pleasant climate year-round.

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