Mt. Pulag-Akiki

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Overview

Mount Pulag has earned the distinction of being the highest peak throughout Luzon at 2,922 MASL. There are several trails that can be taken in order to reach the summit of Mt. Pulag.  One of the most famous trails to the summit of Mt. Pulag is the Akiki trail also known as the "killer trail" because of it's steep and winding trails. 
 
Aside from the Akiki trail being considered as a ‘hardcore’ level climb, it is also a hike where you can experience the biodiversity of Mt. Pulag where you will encounter the pine forest, mossy forest, and grasslands as you hike to its summit. Witness both the sunset and the sunrise from the summit as your second camp is just minutes away from Luzon's highest point. When the adventure is over you can boast about this amazing achievement of reaching Mt. Pulag via the Killer Trail.


IMPORTANT REMINDER:
Please be informed that a Medical Certificate is a must for all hikers as a policy by the DENR. Thank you. 

Inclusions

  • Roundtrip transfers via private vehicle:  Manila-Baguio-Manila 
  • Tent accommodation (2 people/ tent)
  • Camp meals (Day 1: Dinner, Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Day 3: Breakfast and Lunch)
  • Registration fees, environmental fees, cultural fees, and other applicable entrance fees
  • Services of our Adventure Guides
  • Local guide fees
  • Porter for group equipment

Exclusions

  • Personal porter
  • Meals (Breakfast and lunch on day 1, Dinner on day 2)
  • Tips and donations
  • Day 1

  • 04:00 AM Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) Baguio. Depart for DENR. Breakfast along the way.

  • 05:30 AM Breakfast stop and purchase packed lunch. Continue drive to DENR.

  • 07:00 AM ETA DENR. Orientation.

  • 08:00 AM Continue ride to Kabayan.

  • 09:00 AM ETA Jump-Off Point, Kabayan. Lunch. Final packing and orientation.

  • 10:00 AM Start Trek.

  • 10:00 AM Depart for Baguio.

  • 12:00 PM Arrive at Eddet River. Lunch.

  • 01:00 PM Start ascent to Marlboro country.

  • 04:30 PM ETA Marlboro Country Camp site. Set Camp.

  • 07:30 PM Dinner.

  • 09:00 PM Lights out

  • Day 2

  • 05:30 AM Wake up call. Breakfast.

  • 06:30 AM Break camp and prepare to trek.

  • 08:00 AM Start trek.

  • 10:30 AM Enter Mossy Forest. Lunch along the way.

  • 03:00 PM ETA Saddle Camp. Set Camp

  • 05:00 PM Optional Summit assault to watch sunset.

  • 05:30 PM ETA Summit.

  • 06:30 PM Descend back to camp site.

  • 07:30 PM Dinner.

  • 09:00 PM Lights out.

  • Day 3

  • 04:00 AM Wake up call. Light breakfast.

  • 05:00 AM Start trek to summit.

  • 05:30 AM ETA Summit. Sunrise viewing.

  • 07:00 AM Start descent back to camp.

  • 07:30 AM Arrive back at camp.Breakfast and break camp.

  • 09:00 AM Start descent to Ranger Station.

  • 01:00 PM Arrive at Ranger Station. Board jeep to lunch stop.

  • 01:30 PM Lunch and Tidy up.

  • 03:00 PM Depart for Baguio.

  • 07:00 PM ETA Baguio. Dinner and souvenir shopping.

  • 09:00 PM ETD for Manila. ETA Manila 3AM (Day 4)

Trail Steepness Very steep
Trail Exposure Mostly covered
Mobile Signal Weak
Transportation Public bus and private vehicle
Water Source Present but may not be available during summer
Restroom/Toilet Latrines present at the camp sites
Electricity None
River/Water Crossing None
Temperatures May go below 10 deg. celsius in the evening and early morning. Warm during the day
Accommodations Tent Sharing (2 in a tent)
Meals Provided (please see excluded meals)
Special Equipment/Gear Sleeping bag and mat. Extra clothes and gear for the cold
Insects Some bugs
Wash Area at the Jump-off Present

A change of clothes
A good pair of hiking shoes
Jacket (it is recommended to have 2 jackets. A cotton/fleece jacket for the cold and a waterproof jacket for the rain)
Things for rain and sun protection (e.g.Sunblock, shades, cap, raincoat)
Head Light
Water and other rehydration fluids (we recommend a minimum of 2litters/person/day)
Snack/ Trail Food
Packed lunch
Personal Medication
Toiletries (e.g tissue, soap, shampoo, toothbrush)
Sleeping bag and mat
Eating utensils
Slippers
Trekking pole
Extra plastic or dry bags 
Deposit slip and your remaining balance?

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