Pulag - Playground of the Gods
Mt. Pulag "Playground of the Gods". Highest mountain in luzon and 3rd in the Philippines, approximately 2922 masl (meters above sea level). Situated between the borders of Benguet, Ifugao and Nueva Vizcaya. There are different trails going up this mountain, namely: from Benguet Ambangeg (easiest) and Akiki (most challenging), from Nueva Vizcaya Ambaguio and Tawangan. Depending on how risky and adventurous you are, there's one that will surely suit your thirst for adrenaline rush.
In my recent climb in this mountain I had an awesome experience witnessing the grandeur sunrise with sea of clouds. This is not the first time that I've climbed this mountain, but it still hasn't failed to amaze me.
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
Ambangeg Trail
Day 0
2000 - Meet up Mcdo Q.Ave (Differs depending on your preferred Meet up point)
2100 - ETD to Baguio
Day 1
0330 - ETA Baguio City
0500 - ETD going to DENR
0800 – Breakfast (stop over)
0830 - ETA Visitors' Center. Registration / Orientation
1100 - Ranger Station
1130 - Set up campsite or you can choose to stay at homestay
1730 - Dinner at campsite Registration, socials
Day 2
1230 - Early morning trek to summit for sunrise
0515 - Arrival at summit just in time for sunrise
0700 - Start descent from summit
0800 - Camp 2 rest / 10mins
1030 - Ranger; Breakfast,
1230 - Back at Visitors' Center; tidy up and log out
1400 - Head back to Baguio City
1700 - ETA Baguio City/Dinner
2000 - Head back to Manila
Day 3
0500 - ETA Manila
-----------------------------------------------------------
Checklist / Things to bring:
* Comfortable trekking shoes with good grip
* Backpack with rain cover
* Warm clothing / Extra Outdoor Clothes
* Trail Food / Energy Food
* Water Bottle / Sports Drink
* Plastic Bag / Trash Bag
* Personal Medications / First Aid Kit (AMS: paracetamol, advil, diamox)
* Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, lip balm etc.)
* Lightweight towel
* Sun Protection / Armsleeves / Insect Repellant
* Mess Kit / Drinking Cup / Spork
* Rain Gear / Rain Jacket / Poncho
* Headlamp with extra batteries
* Fleece Jacket / Windbreaker
* Mobile Phone
* Camera & Batteries
* Trekking Pole/s
* Whistle
* Sandals / Slippers
* Cap / Beanie / Scarf
* Identification Card
Contact numbers for reservation
0916 542 4030 (Globe)
0961 249 9071 (Smart)
0930 341 9847 (TNT)
Leave a Comment:
To notify a previous commenter, mention their user name: @peter or @peter-smith if there are spaces.
