Mt. Sembrano

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Overview

The once haven of NPA insurgents is now a popular hiking destination. Mt. Sembrano is located in Pililia, Rizal at the Jalajala peninsula. It is a challenging dayhike and the trails may take you 3-4 hours to climb. Locals selling coconut juice are aplenty at the wide rough road with rocky path that signals the start of the trek. The trail is abundant of mango trees similar to an orchard and a campsite is located here. Hikers will enjoy the view of the Laguna Lake and within an hour an a half there will be a grassland. The North Peak is the first high point and many hikers prefer to camp in here then it will take you 30 minutes to reach the South Peak or the summit with the visible trail outline.

The view at the peak is scenic and best viewed at late afternoon. Although the challenge in the trail is the heat of the sun and the occasional grass overgrowth that may obstruct the view. The Laguna Lake, Sierra Madre, Talim Island, Banahaw Trilogy, Mt. Makiling and the distant Mt. Arayat view awaits the hikers at the top.

Inclusions

Roundtrip tarnsfers via private vehicle: Manila-Pililia,Rizal-Manila
Registration 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
03:00 AM Meet up and Registration at McDonald's El Pueblo, Ortigas.
03:30 AM Depart for Mt. Sembrano, Rizal.
04:30 AM Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) Mt. Sembrano jump off point.
07:00 AM ETA Jump off point. Final preparation and orientation.
07:30 AM Start trek.
09:30 AM ETA Manggahan. Continue ascent.
12:00 PM ETA summit. Lunch, relax and enjoy the view.
01:30 PM Start descent.
03:00 PM Manggahan falls.
05:30 PM ETA Jump off point. Tidy up.
06:30 PM Depart for Manila.
10:00 PM ETA Manila.

Trail Steepness	Mild to steep
Trail Exposure	Mostly covered. Summit area is exposed
Mobile Signal	Weak
Transportation	Private vehicle
Water Source	None
Restroom/Toilet	Present at the jump-off point
River/Water Crossing	Only during the rainy season
Temperature	Usually humid
Meals	Not provided
Special Equipment/Gear	None needed
Insects	Some bugs and mosquitos
Wash area at the ju	None

Terms and Conditions

A change of clothes
A good pair of hiking shoes
Things for rain and run 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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