This mountain offers a relaxing trek because of its trails and gorgeous picturesque on the summit. With reggae music in the background, the stunning mountain ranges, covered with greens, will definitely make your eyes relaxed while the fresh and cool wind will help your soared muscles recover - such a perfect place for bonding. Also, accessibility from Manila is super check because it is situated in Lobo, Batangas, a two to three hours land travel from the metro. Plus, hiking for one to two hours, you can easily reach the summit of Mt. Tibig.
The Trails of Mt Tibig:
- The first part of Mt Tibig's trail is a gradual ascent. The terrain has hardwood trees with shrubs and grasses on the side. Fruit-bearing trees like coconuts, mangoes, atis, and tamarind spread in the area, which, gives an additional livelihood for the locals aside from farming.
- Though it's short, the second part is a hard type until the old house.
- Then, a moderate trek to the summit.
- The last is the most relaxing part because we were passing on the trails surrounded by grass while the cold wind blew.
The views on the Summit:
- The campsite, which is also the summit of Mt. Tibig, is an open area on top of the hill.
- There's a wide and clear view of the mountain ranges from afar; the wind is fresh and cold, with the visibility of Verde Island and the province of Mindoro.
- If you're planning to hike Mt. Tibig, overnight is recommended for you to see the stunning sunset and sunrise.
How to Get to Mt. Tibig:
- To hike Tibig, we rode in a Jam Liner in EDSA-Kamias bound for Nasugbu Grand Terminal.
- Then, we chartered a jeepney to the jump-off.
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