Top 5 Most Beautiful Mountains in the Philippines

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Mt. It is considering as the second highest mountain peak in the country, next to Mt. Apo which is in Mindanao. The peak is 2,992 feet elevation above sea level. The majestic provinces of Ifugao, Benguet.

Top 5 Most Beautiful Mountains in the Philippines

You can find many wild exotic bird species in the dense forests along the trail to Mt. Pulag. There are about 33 bird species which can found in this area.

From the start off point, it may take about 5 days and 4 nights of trekking expedition to reach the peaks of Mt. Pulag. There are many suitable camping sites along the trail where you can set up your tent to get a good rest and relax. Though the Philippine terrain is in a tropical region.

Mt. Apo

Hailed as the highest mountain peak in entire beautiful archipelago of the Philippines. Apo is one of the most sought after and most climbed mountain in the country. It has an elevation of 2,954 from sea level. The scenic location is between the two provinces of Davao City and Davao del Sur. There are many starting off trails leading to the summit.

The panoramic view and the stunning nature's beauty which mountaineers can find at the peak is one of a kind. This mountain is also considered as one of the many dormant volcanoes in the Philippines. Overlooking from the peak, you can get a good view of the entire Davao City in the northeast.

It takes about two trekking days to reach the Mt. Apo Peak. The mountain is rich with wildlife diversity. There are over 272 species of wild birds inhabiting the place, 111 of the species are endemic to the area. The forest surrounding Mt. Apo is also the home of the famous Philippine national bird, the Philippine Eagle.

Mt. Dulang Dulang

With an elevation of 2, 938 meters from sea level, Mt. Dulang-Dulang or called "D2" among Mountaineers. It is the second highest peak next to Mt. Apo in the island of Mindanao. Climbing to the peak considered a major climb, with a difficulty of 6/9.

The long hiking travel to the peak will be forgotten with the stunning landscapes. At the dense jungle and on the higher grounds, the temperature is low even at daytime.

like the other mountains in the Kitanglad Range, the area of Mt. Dulang Dulang is luxurious with the diverse flora and fauna. It is also a territory of more than 58 mammal species including squirrels, bats, monkeys.

Mt. kitanglad

Mt. Kitanglad is the fourth highest mountain peak in the Philippines. But, even if the trail has established, it is still a challenge in reaching the peak. The wondrous landscapes.

Hiking Mt. Kitanglad considered a major climb with a difficulty of 6/9. It advised for newcomers to bring a map. There are so many visible places atop Cagayan de Oro City, Camiguin Island at the northern part. Ragang, Mt. Dulang Dulang and other various mountains of Mindanao.

Mt. Tabayoc

Considered as the second highest mountain peak in Luzon. Tabayoc is also one of the most sought after must climb summits in the country.

This characteristic adds to the ancient aura that could felt in the dense jungles. In the forest of Mt. Tabayoc, you can find many of the rare species of flowers and orchids specific to a tropical region. It is also a habitat to most endemic and endangered bird species.

The peak of Mt. Tabayoc offers a breathtaking open grassland summit.

Most trails going to Mt. Tabayoc remains unknown up to this time. It advised that mountaineers get a local guide to assist them in getting to the summit. Some preparations must also be made before setting a trek schedule. The best time to visit the summit is during the summer season. During rainy days.

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