Mt. Maculot

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Mt. Maculot

Package Rate: P1,900
Difficulty: Beginner (3/10)
Hike Duration: 1 day
Location: Cuenca, Batangas
Elevation: 930 MASL
Total Elevation Gain: 411 meters
Total Trek Distance: 3.9 KM

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Overview

One of the most popular day-trip and summer destinations, Mt. Maculot is located at the heart of Batangas. Easily identifiable for its terminating east side, which forms a cliff that offers great challenge for rock climbing enthusiasts, it is considered a landmark for locals and travelers.

The mountain has three destinations: Rockies, the summit, and the Grotto, all of which can be covered by a traverse day-hike. The Rockies is the most popular among the three for it stands beside the world-famous Taal Lake. Most climbers head to the Rockies and only 5% of hikers trek the traverse.

Experienced climbers can reach the Rockies in less than an hour, but at a relaxed pace, it could take up to two or three hours. Since Mt. Maculot is a famous hiking destination, it is not surprising to find a lot of hikers, especially during

Highlights

- Catch the early morning sunrise during the hike
- Hike through the forests and canopies
- See a magnificent view of the Taal Lake and Crater

Inclusions

Roundtrip transfers via private vehicle: Manila-Cuenca, Batangas-Manila
Registration fees and other applicable entrance fees
services of our Adventure Guides
Light meal at the jump-off point
Local Guide Fees
Trail Adventours bag tag

Exclusions

Porter Fees (if needed by the participant)
Lunch
Tips and donations

Day 1
01:30 AM Registration and Meet up at McDonald El Pueblo, Ortigas
02:00 AM Estimated Time of Departure (ETD) for Cuenca, Batangas, Mt. Maculot jump-off point
04:30 AM Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) Mt. Maculot jump-off point. Last minute packing and orientation
05:00 AM Start Trek
07:30 AM ETA at Camp Site. Rest. Start trek to rockies.
08:00 AM ETA rockies. Explore the rockies.
09:00 AM Start descent back to campsite and head to summit.
10:30 AM Summit. Early lunch
11:00 AM Start descent.
01:00 PM ETA Jump off point. Wash up. Lunch.
02:30 PM Head back to Manila.
06:00 PM ETA Manila.

Trail Steepness	Mostly steep
Trail Exposure	Covered except at the campsite and Rockies
Mobile Signal	Mostly present
Transportation	Private vehicle
Restroom/Toilet	Present at the jump-off point
River/Water Crossing	None
Temperature	Cool in the early morning, hot and humid in the late morning and afternoon
Meals	Snack/Mirienda is provided. Lunch is not provided
Special Equipment/Gear	None needed
Wash area at jump-off	Present

Terms and Conditions

A change of clothes
A good pair of trekking shoes
Things for rain and sun protection (e.g. Sunblock, shades, raincoat etc.)
Head Light
Water and other rehydration fluids (we recommend a minimum of 2 litters/person)
Snacks/Trail Food
Packed Lunch
Personal Medications
Toiletries (e.g. tissue,towel)
Slippers
Trekking pole
Extra plastic bag or dry bags for your dirty clothes
Deposit slip and your remaining balance

10-12 people: Php 1,800.00/person
8-9 people: Php 2,000.00/person
6-7 people: Php 2,600.00/person
5 people: Php 2,800.00/person
Less than 4 people: Php 13,000.00

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