Mt. Balingkilat

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Overview

One of the highest peaks in the Zambales Coastal Mountains and Coves area, Mt. Balingkilat (known as the “Mountain of Thunder” in the native Aeta language) is an emerging hiking hotspot within San Antonio and Subic. It was also once known as “Pointed peak” used by US Navy servicemen who used to be stationed in Subic Naval Base.

Mt. Balingkilat offers the same rocky, grassy and windy features like other western mountains of Luzon such as Mt. Cinco Picos. With little tree cover, there are also steep parts in the final legs of the trail. Before, it would usually be a two-day affair but a day-hike is much preferable because of the opportunity to climb its “sister mountain,” Mt. CincoPicos, in one weekend. Mt. Balingkilat is a challenging dayhike climb. The challenge is the intense exposure to the sun that makes it difficult to climb. Dim-trekking or hiking in the early morning or late afternoon is the best strategy to climb Mt. Balingkilat.

A breathtaking scene awaits at the top, the South China Sea and its coastline can be seen from north to south. Including beautiful coves like Anawangin, Talesayen, Nagsasa and Silanguin. Other mountains can also be seen at the summit with other scenic ridges.

Inclusions

Roundtrip transfers via private vehicle: Manila-Zambales-Manila
Registration fees, environmental fees and other applicable entrance fees
Services of our Adventure Guides
Local guide fees

Exclusions

Porter fees (if needed by the participant)
Meals
Tips and donations

Day 1
01:00 AM Meet up and Registration at McDonald's El Pueblo, Ortigas.
01:30 AM Depart for Mt. Balingkilat jump off point.
05:00 AM Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) SitioCawag, Mt.Balingkilat.
05:15 AM Start trek.
06:30 AM Kawayanan. Start ascent.
11:00 AM ETA summit. Lunch. Explore the summit.
12:15 PM Start descent.
04:00 PM ETA Kawayanan.
05:00 PM ETA at Mt. Balingkilat jump off point. Wash up.
06:00 PM Depart for Manila.
11:00 PM ETA Manila.

Trail Steepness	Very steep
Trail Exposure	Mostly exposed
Mobile Signal	Weak and sporadic
Transportation	Private vehicle
Water Source	None
Restroom/Toilet	Present at the jump-off point
River/Water Crossing	Possible
Temperature	Usually hot and humid
Meals	Not provided
Special Equipment/Gear	None
Insects	Some bugs and mosquitoes
Wash area at the Jump-off	None

Terms and Conditions

A change of clothes
A good pair of hiking shoes
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)
Snack/ Trail Food
Packed lunch
Personal Medication
Toiletries (e.g tissue, towel)
Slippers
Trekking pole
Extra plastic or dry bags for your dirty clothes
Deposit slip and your remaining balance

Cancellation Policy

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