If you are new to climbing, Mts. Manalmon and Gola should be on your list. It is definitely perfect for beginner and you can climb the two mountains in one day just like what we did. These mountains offers different view from the usual you have in Rizal. Though I always believe that all mountains are different.
Though some would say Manalmong and Gola are relatively easy, with 196 masl, it possess novel landscapes and Madlum river and monkey bar you should try for extra activity. The view on the top is definitely worth it.
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Fees
Registration - 40 php each
Guide (required) - 300 php / 5 pax (09195746470 look for Tata Carling)
How To Get There
Take any Cabanatuan-bound bus from Cubao or Pasay. Tell the conductor to drop you off at Brgy. Sibul, San Miguel, Bulacan. Fare is around P130. Then from Brgy. Kamias, you can take a tricycle to jumpoff at Brgy Madlum (P200/tricycle, max 4 persons). This trike trip takes 40 minutes.
Tips
- Start early. Nothing beats being first there to take advantage of no crowd on the summit giving you time to appreciate the beauty of nature all to yourself
- Bring your thrash with you when you go down. Practice LEAVE NO TRACE
- Respect other mountaineers
- Bring enough water.
- Some parts are barren so make sure to wear proper hiking gear
Sample Itinerary
0300 From Cubao or Pasay; take Cabanatuan-bound bus
0530 ETA Brgy. Kamias, San Miguel; take tricycle to jump-off
0600 Arrive at jump-off; register and get guides at community
0630 Start trek
0830 ETA summit of Mt. Manalmon; take pictures
0930 ETD to Mt Gola
1100 ETA at Mt Gola; take pictures
1200 Start descent
1300 Back at community; lunch
1430 Back at jump-off; proceed back to Brgy. Kamias
1530 Take bus back to Manila
