Mt. Daraitan, with the stunning view of the Tinipak River, is a perfect place to relax and re-energize your body. When we saw the gorgeous photos of this mountain, we thought it had calmness and the positivity that nature possesses. Also, hiking this mountain and crossing the river can give you a unique experience because the place is surrounded by relaxing greens, and the sound of the rushing water by the river preserves tranquility. Aside from this mountain, the province of Rizal has a lot to offer, from arts, crafts, food, rivers, and caves.
Photo Above: A stunning view of Mt. Daraitan.
The Trails of Mt. Daraitan - The terrain is simple, however, it became challenging because of the rains, plus it was a night trek. From the registration area, it is a one to two-hour walk on a well-established trail, passing by the cemetery, hopping on and off the boulders, and crossing the river. It was cold and getting colder because of the wind and rain showers.
Reminders Before Hiking Mt. Daraitan:
Daraitan has a wide campsite, but there are private areas. These campsites were already developed into a resort-ish type with cottages, washrooms, and stores. If you’re lazy preparing your food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you can ask Ate, the owner - forgot her name, to cook something for you for a reasonable price. The area is open, but it's in the middle of the mountains, so the air is fresh and has a relaxing ambience. But has a sticky mudddd.
The stunning beauty of the Tinipak River.
Tinipak River is a long body of rushing water with crystal clear and cool waters, free flowing to the lower areas, passing by the provinces of Rizal, Quezon, and Laguna. This river is surrounded by white limestone and large boulders that add an artistic formation - such an incredible and Instagrammable place.
The Cave near The River: Another feature of the Daraitan and Tinipak River is the cave situated a few meters from the campsite and on the other side of the river. The trail is difficult because hikers need to hop on and off the boulders with sharp edges. Wooden ladders were constructed to ensure that trekking is safe.
How to Get to Mt. Daraitan - From Mega Mall, Robinsons Galleria or in Cubao, you can ride in a jeepney to Tanay Transport Terminal. At the back of the public market, we rode a jeep to Brgy. Sampaloc. The travel time from the market to the jump-off is about two to three hours. The jump-off is the area before crossing the river. The next part is riding on a raft crossing the river. Then, rode a tricycle to the Brgy. Hall for registration. Reminder: There are limited jeepneys heading to the jump-off in Sampaloc.
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