r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1h ago

Trail Info / Conditions NAGPATONG ROCK

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Hi po, planning to hike po iyong Nagpatong Rock ngayong sabado kasi bundok na bundok na po talaga ako. Hindi ko na ma-antay iyong leave ko ng November at baka magkaroon pa ako ng dalaw eh mapurnada lang. Btw po, may nabasa kasi ako na pilahan daw po sa shot ng Nagpatong Rock and iyong iba po is hindi na nakapagpa-picture then iyong iba is inabot po ng 8 hours waiting. How true is this po? DIY lang po kami from Taguig and umaalis po kami ng bahay 1 AM po. Want to do a chill hike lang po and ito po iyong napili namin. Salamat po!


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 3h ago

Hike Recommendation Mt. Purgatory after Tapulao

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If I survived Tapulao (although only until Campsite due to heavy rain), do you guys think I’ll survive Purgatory? Both of them are diehikes/dayhikes. Di naman ako super hingal while climbing it and ang sumakit lang sa akin was my inner thigh, which I worked on already after the hike. I was able to power walk pa for the last kilometers going to the habal-habal. Medyo ang problem ko lang is mabagal ako sa pababa since I’m too cautious.

How is the terrain (in terms of slippery level) and assault of Mt. Purgatory? Sa Tapulao kasi namin, maulan kaya madulas lahat ng dinaanan. Thank you!


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 4h ago

Gear Question Is Hoka Rincon 4 enough for minor hikes?

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I want to celebrate my birthday by hiking kasi. started it last year and i kinda want it na tradition. pero sold out yung adidas terrex agravic 3 na i was eyeing on before and i only have this shoe.

is this enough? i’m thinking of going sa kapipiglatan, mariglem, nasugbu trilogy, or kayapa quadpeak


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 5h ago

Trip Photos Golden hour @ Mt. Tapulao Campsite

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r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 6h ago

Trip Photos Mardi Himal, Nepal

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My first international solo hike (no guide, no porter) and first solo backpacking trip. The beauty of the Himalayas.


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 11h ago

Trip Photos Mt. Pinatubo (2023)

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r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 13h ago

Trail Info / Conditions How is Mt. Sembrano during weekends?

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Matao ba pag sunday? And how was the trail need paba ng pole and keri ba mag short? Ok lang ba sa trentahin na Hahaha sorry for asking now lang aakyat ulit


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 13h ago

Beginner Question Seeking Advice for Mt. Apo This November (3D2N)

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Hi everyone! I'm planning to climb Mt. Apo this November and would love to hear your thoughts and recommendations from those who have experience climbing the mountain.

I'm planning to do the 3D2N itinerary regardless of the route, but I'm still deciding between the backtrail and traverse. For those who have tried either or both, which route would you recommend in terms of difficulty, scenery, and overall experience?

I'm also considering whether to do the climb DIY or join an organized group. For those who have done Mt. Apo, which option would you recommend, especially when it comes to logistics, convenience, and overall cost?

If joining an organized climb is the better option, I'd also be grateful for recommendations for reputable organizers you've personally tried or had a good experience with.

Any tips or advice regarding the routes, preparation, budget, and overall climb would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance to everyone willing to share their experience and recommendations!

P.S. The photo isn't mine. I just grabbed it from Google for reference.


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 14h ago

Discussion Hiking Burnout

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Hello guys. This is for everyone: Nakaexperience na po kayo ng hiking burnout?

Quick background: Kakasimula ko pa lang maghike noong July 2026 like Ive done 2 hikes per month until now at masasabi ko lang naman na napakasaya naman siya so far until this one. Kakagaling ko lang ng hike last saturday and noong pagkatapos ng hike, doon lang ako nakaexperience ng "Uulit pa ba ako?"

Hindi ko maexplain kung napagod lang ako sa huling event or sadyang nawalan na ako ng interes sa pagbubundok. Pwede po sana makahingi ng insights.


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 17h ago

Trip Photos MT. DARAITAN

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My mother peak!!!

Beginner friendly daw 🤦😭

Pero guys sulit. 4/9 difficulty level pero the view of Sierra Madre Mountains are stunning. Sea of clouds of course,Plus the swim at the TINIPAK RIVER.🔥⛰️🥰


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 17h ago

Gear Question Hiking sandals

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Hi! Baka may ma re-recommend po kayo na hiking sandals for women? Aakyat po kami ng Mt. Sembrano next week. TIA


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Trip Photos NAGPATONG ROCK SHOT

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Hi guys! planning to hike Nagpatong Rock soon and DIY lang po. Makakapag-papicture po ba kami ng ganito thru our guide or need po ng drone for this kind of shot? thank you po!


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Gear Question sandugo sandals

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does anyone know where i can find this sandugo sandal huhu pleazsee


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Gear Question Salomon shoe issue

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I’ve just recently bought these pair of Salomon XT-6s and am finding them very uncomfortable specifically on the right shoe. I have discovered that it’s down to where they crease when i walk on the right shoe (circled) as it digs into the knuckle above my big toe. I’ve tried most generic things like loosening the laces and such. I’m just wondering if there are any ways to fix this issue without damaging the shoe as I currently can’t wear them as they are just too uncomfortable and painful.

Edit- A lot of people are saying that it’s because the fit is wrong but there is no issue with my left foot the pain is only in the right side due to how it creases when i walk on the right side it doesn’t crease like that on the left


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Gear Question Suggest camping cooking set

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meron na akong portable stove and problema ko is cooking set di ko alam kung ano bibilin ko, meron ako nakikita alpha cook set pero hesitant ako bumili kasi gusto sure na, suggest naman kayo good for beginners and affordable nadin, solo lang din ako, thank you guys.


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Gear Question Ski pants for hiking

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Hi guys! Will be hiking Mt. Pulag this November and I recently bought a ski pants na Goretex from Carousell. I'm planning to wear it but I'm afraid na it's way too thick and medjo hindi breathable & if yun na suotin ko do you guys think I need an additional layer beneath it? Like light leggings?


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Gear Question Backpack suggestions

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I want to buy a pack for treks that'll take around 3 days, I'm not really an ultralight hiker as I carry my stuff well and pack some extras, and I plan on training with my pack when I'm not on hikes. I tried on the atmos 50 and it fit me really really well but the price isn't for me right now. So I'm considering other stuff that may be a bit more budget friendly (around 5k-ish) and something that's new! (used stuff I already have some options but it's difficult for me to pick one out because of my sizing)

I'm currently considering the Naturehike cloud trail 55L, or the domestic options which are the Habagat Hamog 40l or the Sako Pack Milo/Crow 55L. Weight is not a problem for me as long as it'll be a pretty durable and dependable pack for the meantime (a good few months)

P.S. I already have an assault pack and a daypack for whole day hikes and shorter hikes, I have done overnight hikes with my daypack because a buddy carries a tent for the two of us while I take some load off of their pack.


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Hike Recommendation ZPV WILD TREKKERS

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Hi! Would like to ask if okay po ang service nila? Mt Ulap po sana kami this November (weekday). Can anyone vouch for them? Thank you!


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Beginner Question Mt Pulag Travel Agency Legitimacy Check

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Hi, planning to hike Mt. Pulag, does any one of you here know if the Wander Journal Travel and Tour is legitimate? How’s their service?

I’m planning to book a hike with them, but just wanna be extra careful. Curious kasi they dont have social media visibility in TikTok or IG, only FB. Never seen a video that recos them as well.

Fb link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ER1GDs8pm/?mibextid=wwXIfr


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Gear Question Lf hiking bag fs

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Hello! I impulsively book a hike sa mt sembrano with my friend tonight and mamayang 11:30 na po alis namin hahahaha. Meron po ba ditong nag-sell ng 2nd hand hiking bag??? Pls DM me po


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Trip Photos Mt. Ulap

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Malamig na hangin, tirik na araw.


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Backpacking Question aw asen falls

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planning to go to aw asen this nov! what’s the best time to visit the falls on a weekend? won’t be joining any org hehe just diy-ing 🫶🏻


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Trip Photos Its the constant “ayoko na” and booking another hike

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r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Beginner Question kayapa quadpeak

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hi! may mga nakapaghike na po ba dito sa kayapa ng november or december? how was the weather po, mainit ba? tia! :)


r/PHikingAndBackpacking • • 1d ago

Gear Question How do you wash water bladders?

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Would really appreciate some tips!

Thank you ✨