Revisiting Mt. Maculot

Enjoy each climb and have fun in the trail.

That was my thinking for Climbing every mountain, a mind set i had set for myself when i started mountaineering. Along with climbing partner Jackie ( my adventure/climbing / kumare buddy) , Mam Nyrene and Sir Jc, I set out on what would be one of the most physically challenging adventure after a long time.

From the beginning, our speedy paced climb toward each stations in Maculot was painfully strenuous and it didn’t help that we have to stop for 1 hour on every station for a long break.

Short, and difficult, was the climb to Maculot .With careful negotiation and navigation through the Rockies of maculot i was blessed with a scenic view of the whole Taal Lake including the world famous Taal volcano. Awestruck by the spectacle of Rockies of maculot, i found myself in the middle of the bolders and high cliffs.Mesmerized, i turned to witness the beauty of Taal slowly appearing then breaking away and disappearing because of heavy fog.

The reason why I wanted to go back in Maculot is its majestic view from the Rockies. And, Maculot has plenty to offer beyond the Rockies, from the campsite, one can continue to the peak and the Grotto on the other side of the mountain.

Mt. Maculot is a very nice climb, and its popularity is understandable in Mountaineering Community. This is one of my highly recommended dayhikes Near Metro Manila.

MT. MACULOT

Cuenca, Batangas

Jump-off point: Brgy. Poblaction, Cuenca

LLA: 13°55’15″N; 121°2’30″E; 706 MASL

Days required / Hours to Rockies: Half day / 1-2 hours

Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 2/9, Trail class 1-3

My Travelogue to amazing lighthouse edition 2 : Cape Bojeador Lighthouse

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse

The lighthouse is situated on Vigia de Nagpartian Hill, an area so naturally beautiful and it’s begging you to explore on foot. But If you’re not up for the walk, the easy option is to simply drive up.

The lighthouse is just one more flight of stairs, and the reward at the top is worth it. You can see a panoramic view of the sea. 

At the top, spend some time to appreciate the beauty all around you and you can also step inside the lighthouse to learn about its history and significance.

The mixed eerie and amazing feeling that this lighthouse brings might be the reason why tourists keep coming back to Cape Bojeador Lighthouse.

This attraction is definitely worth a visit.

Fast facts that may help you on the trip:

1.Coming from Manila you have to travel to Burgos, Ilocos norte.

2.From Maharlika Highway you can walk to the lighthouse (though the walk is a bit long ).From the highway, there is a signage of Cape Bojeador which leads to the lighthouse.

3.Or, you can get there by getting a tricycle tour in Pagudpud.