PH20190307- Mount Apo – Philippines

Rising 2956 Meters Above Sea Level, Mt. Apo stands as the highest mountain in the Philippines. Also considered the grandfather of Philippine mountains and a sacred place in local mythology, Mt. Apo is an important climb, especially for local mountaineers. Those seeking to experience its trails will also find themselves immersed in the rich culture of the people living at the foot of the mountain.
With its panoramic views and diverse scenery, Mt. Apo offers an adventure of a lifetime. The area features an array of landscapes, virgin forests, crags, rivers, lakes, mossy swamps, volcanic structures, and crater of sulphuric deposits.

Mt. Apo, the country’s highest peak. MindaNews file photo by Bobby Timonera

Event Grading: Moderate
(*Need to have hiking experience of Rinjani,Semeru,Mount Kinabalu etc. Tropical Rainforest terrain with muddy slopes, need to grab roots, ropes along the trail some point.)

*As SINGAPORE AIRLINES flights is still cheap if you are keen on this trip do contact us and check for the slot availability before booking the flights.

EVENT DATE: 07March2019-11March2019

EVENT CONTACT: +6592700908 (WhatsApp)

EVENT COST: (deposit $325 for booking)
4-8Pax: SGD350/pax
9-15Pax: SGD325/pax

EVENT FORM:
https://goo.gl/forms/wkqYr63I5FgSHbj72

Itinerary:

07March2018 Day 0
Based on the below schedule do book your flights. We will do the group arrangements for transfer from from Airport to guesthouse/hotel booking based on the group size.

(*First night cost of Hotel and transfer will be shared accordingly with the group size.)

08March2018 Day 1
01:00 AM Registration in Davao. We suggest arriving in Davao one day ahead.
01:30 AM Departure from Davao City to Mt. Apo jump-off point.
04:00 AM Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) Kapatagan. Transfer vehicle.
05:30 AM ETA Jump-off point. Orientation. Start trek.
02:00 PM ETA Camp 1. Set up camp.
05:00 PM Early dinner. Early nights out for the summit assault the next day.

(Dinner at camp will be provided – Breakfast/Packed Lunch to be on own cost)

09March2018 Day 2
04:00 AM Wake up call and final preparation for the trek.
04:30 AM Start trek to summit. Sunrise at the summit. Breakfast. Explore the other peaks.
08:30 AM Start descent to Lake Venado.
10:30 AM ETA lake Venado. Explore the area.
11:30 AM Continue descent back to the campsite.
03:00 PM ETA campsite.
06:00 PM Early Dinner.
07:30 PM Lights out.

(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner at Camp)

10March2018 Day 3
04:30 AM Wake up call. Breakfast.
06:00 AM Start descent. Descend on the same trail.
04:00 PM ETA jump-off point. Board vehicle back to Davao City.
08:00 PM ETA Davao City

*Checkin guesthouse/hotel – Free and Easy for the night.

(*cost of Hotel and transfer to airport next day will be shared accordingly with the group size.)

(Breakfast/Lunch provided)

11March2018 Day 4

After breakfast Free and Easy on own and afternoon check out from hotel and transfer to the Airport. End of the trip.

(Breakfast)

Package Inclusion:
Private vehicle (roundtrip): Davao City – Mt.Apo
Tent accommodation (3 people/tent)
Processing of permits
Registration fees, DENR fees, and other applicable fees
Adventure Guide/ Coordinator
Local Guide
Certificate of Conquest
Trail Adventours ID and bag tag

Exclusions:
Roundtrip airfare / Airport fees / Meals outside the trek / Personal expenses/ Visa to Philippines / Accomodation in Davao for first and last night / Airport transfer to/from Airport to hotel/Tips for guides

*Itinerary may change on the day based on the weather conditions.

FLIGHTS & ACCOMMODATION: