Before the holiday, we searched for a place in Tanay that has a culmination of water activities. We found the Maynoba Circuit in Brgy Cayabu, which is gaining popularity for its sea of clouds and a series of waterfalls.
The trail to the summit is fairly easy; however, difficulty may arise during the rainy season. In clear weathers, views of nearby mountains can be seen on top.
Into the rain. Yes! From the title itself, it was a rock and roll experience. It rained the night before our hike. The entire trail became muddy and very slippery, particularly on the steep parts. We encountered another one by the time we reached the first waterfalls.
The Hike
We decided to leave Manila at 2:30 in the morning, hoping to witness a sea of clouds. We reached Marning's Farm at 5:00 and commenced the hike at 5:30.
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| Group picture before the hike (left to right): She, Dave, Me, CJ, Aries (a new companion), and Santy |
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| Muddy Trail Going Up........ It will pull you back!!! |
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| Mt. Cayabu |
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| At Mt. Cayabu Peak |
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| Going Down |
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| At the campsite |
We hoped for a sea of clouds but, it turned out to be a cloudy day. The surroundings still have a lot to offer.
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| CJ what are you looking? hmmm |
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| Dave while Sliding on the muddy trail Dave....Picture Picture........ |
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| At the Summit |
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| A boulder near the last campsite |
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| Water Source before the series of waterfalls |
It was already starting to rain by the time we arrived at the first waterfalls. The water flowing on the succeeding falls are coming here. This is the best place for swimming since it has the clearest water.
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| A trail surrounded by bamboos |
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| The last falls |
Itinerary
2:30 am: ETD Manila to Tanay
5:00 am ETA Brgy. Cayabu (Marning Farm)
5:30 am: Start of Hike
7:00 am Cayabu Peak (picture taking)
7:10 am start descent to maynoba
8:15 am campsite
8:45 am ETA Maynoba Summit
10:30 am start of waterfalls series
1:00 pm: ETD last waterfalls to Brgy hall
2:00 ETA brgy hall (Wash up)
2:30 pm ETD to Manila
5:00 pm ETA Manila (home)
Safe Budget for a Group of 6:
Major Expenses: 700 to 1000 pesos per head
Guide Fee: 500 pesos (Good for 5 pax)
Registration Fee: 100 pesos per head (updated)
Parking Fee: 50 pesos per car
Transportation: 200 to 300 pesos per head
Foods and Drinks: 200 per head
Going there through a public Transportation:
1. Take any PUV in Cubao (Famers Area) or Ligaya (near Robinson Metroeast and Sta Lucia) going to Cogeo (Gate 2). (Fare of jeepney is 24 pesos from Cubao to Cogeo)
2. From gate 2 there is a terminal of jeepneys going to Sampaloc (usually they are leaving at 5 in the morning or until meeting the ideal number of passengers). Tell the driver to drop you at Batangasan (Fare is 42 pesos)
3. From Batangasan, there are tricycles which can take you to Marning's Farm (Fare is 100 pesos maximum of 4 persons)
Note:
a. This is the same route going to Brgy. San Andres (jump off of Mt. Batolusong and Susong Dalaga) and Brgy. Cuyambay (Jump off of Mt. Paliparan, Maysawa Circuit, and Nagpatong Rock Formation).
b. Hire a private vehicle to catch up the sea of clouds in Mt. Maynoba. 2 AM is the ideal time.
c. There are available stores at the jump off selling foods and souvenir items (prices of goods are below 100 pesos).
Photo Credit: Santi Cabangon and Sherryl Joy Malatuba
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I went back on September 10, 2016 with Ana (my blogmate) and some of our travel buddies. This time, the mountain became kind to us and showed her true beauty. Below are some of the photos taken.
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| At Mt. Cayabu Summit |
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| Group Picture |
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