Mt. Mabilog Revisited

An ideal hike for beginners, Mt. Mabilog is a fresh hike close to Metro Manila. It offers views of several locations such as neighboring mountains, 4 of the 7 lakes of San Pablo, and the cities within Laguna.

Here is a link for details on Mt. Mabilog:

http://www.pinoymountaineer.com/2012/08/mt-mabilog-441.html

Photo taken from: https://pinoyjoiedevivre.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/dsc_1786.jpg

Trip Schedule

5:30: Call time at Mcdonalds Taft

6:00: Depart to Buendia Terminal via van

8:30: Arrival at Pandin Lake in Sto. Angel. Start climb

10:30: Arrival at summit. Photoshoot. Lunch (?)

11:30: Start descent

12:30: Back to Yambo Lake. Departure to Bunga Falls via van

13:00: Arrival at Bunga Falls. Swim, relax, enjoy

15:30: Depart from Bunga Falls to Manila via Van

17:30: Arrival at Manila

Things to Bring:

-> Toiletries, Sun Protection

-> Waterproofing (Bag/Ziplock/Plastic layering)

-> Trekking shoes, Slippers, Extra clothes, Cap, Towel

-> Packed lunch and water, trail food and snacks

-> Extra plastic for wet items / trash

-> Trip Budget of P500 (Bring extra for your personal expenses)

P500 Individual Budget Breakdown

*Note that the expenses may change depending on the number of hikers joining the trip.

-> P9000 / 28pax = P322: Van Rental

-> P1000 / 28pax = P36: Guide Fee

-> P1800 / 28pax = P65: Cottage rental

-> P25: Bunga Falls entrance fee

-> P50: Notary Fee for Waivers (reimbursed to those who notarized their own)

Trip Notes

*Note that those that are italicized are only trip-specific notes while the others are general notes

-Mt. Mabilog is generally an easy climb, scoring 2/9. It may however prove challenging should there be rain causing for the ground to become muddy. In most cases, do wear shoes that you are comfortable getting dirt on.

-Weather conditions will affect how we go about our trip but as much as possible it will push through.

-Protect yourself from the sun even if its not very visible! Use sunscreen or sunblock before heading up the mountain.

-Do bring extra money for personal expenses such as food. -Inform us if you have a medical condition that requires attention in order for us to be prepared beforehand. -Shower rooms are available after the trip

For concerns and suggestions, feel free to message me!

See you! Cheers!