Tag: Philippines

Beginner-friendly dayhiking in the Philippines: Mt. Manalmon, Mt. Gola and Mt. Matinik

I was running low on water, and wondering how I’m still standing. I was struggling to fight back dizziness and nausea, telling myself that this is not how I would want to die. No, really. I have heard of much younger hikers who never finished a hike out of sheer exhaustion, and this Madlum trifecta has claimed at least one, according to one of our guides.

Hiking Mt. Mahilot: the trail less taken

I slipped several times throughout the hike to Mt. Mahilot, and fell on my bum twice. I scraped my shin the first time, and I almost twisted my ankle the second time.

Hiking in the rain and Mt. Mariglem

What’s not to like about hiking in the rain? The muddy trail is more difficult to tackle, true, but the soft squishy sound it makes under my feet reminds me of playtime in the mud during my childhood days.

Mt. Kulis: caring for others

In 2023, I hiked the beginner-friendly Mt. Kulis with my inexperienced family members. Despite the ease, I realized the importance of caring for others during a challenging hike. I especially looked after my quiet nephew, guiding him through tough spots and learning the true value of responsibility and genuine concern.