Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 12:30pm until Monday, January 23, 2012 at 3:30pm
Description
4 LAKES AND A MOUNTAIN +MT TIMBAK(Singakalsa)9th H. DAY HIKEMt. Tabayoc 2842MASL trek 5TH Highest in PH
Mt Timbak(Singakalsa) 2717MASL+, 9TH Highest in PH
And 4 lakes Exploration (Tabeo, Ambulalakao, Incolos, Letep – ngapos Lakes)
Ballay Kabayan Benguet and Ifugao
Specs: Major Fun climb, strenuous but Enjoyable
5th Highest Mountain in the Philippines at 2,842 MASL.
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Mt. Tabayoc, in Kabayan, Benguet, is the second highest mountain in Luzon and the fifth in the Philippines. Like its southern neighbor, Mt. Pulag, it has name variants, such as Tabayac or Talbayog. The meaning of the name, in the native tongues, is “basin”, alluding perhaps to the four lakes in its base: Lake Tabeo, Ambulalakao, Incolos, Letep-ngapos. All the lakes can be visited together with a hike to Tabayoc. You could camp near Lake Tabeo on the first day, in the same way that hikers would sometimes camp at Lake Venado before sumitting Mt. Apo. At 2206 MASL, the temperature is already cold up here. As for the Ambulalakao Lake, it is said to be the cleanest inland body of water in the Philippines.
The trek to Tabayoc via Ballay passes by forests similar to those encountered in the Tawangan trail. Trees are covered with moss in what is known to be one of the best-preserved virgin forests in the Philippines.
The mountain is also habibat to a number of bird species, many of which are endemic and endangered. Unlike Mt. Pulag, which has an open grassland summit offering tantalizing views, Tabayoc is predominantly forested. Its main feature is being the second highest in Luzon, offering an alternate climb to Pulag; hikers will also find refreshment in its beautiful virgin forest.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Lake Tabeo Camping (Base camping) experience
• 2-3 hours Hiking to Mt Tabayoc peak, 5TH Highest in the Philippines
• Dense Mossy Forest trekking
• Trek to Junior Pulag of Ballay
• Exploring 4 cleanest lakes in the Philippines
Lake Tabeo Lake Incolos Lake Ambulalakao Lake Letep – ngapos • Majestic views of Cordillera Mountain ranges
• 6 Hours travel via Monster Jeepneys
• Wilderness Party
ESTIMATED BUDGET: P3370
Manila to Baguio
Baguio to Manila
2way Hired Jeepney ballay and Timbak JOP
Local Guides and Pro Guides fees /Climb arrangements / Org fee
Camping fee
NOTE:
• Limited to 20 slots only (first come first serve basis)
• Strictly No pre climb No climb policy
• Pre climb meeting is on JANUARY 4' 2012
• Please Bring or deposit 1470 on pre-climb meeting for bus reservation, climb and guide reservation and arrangements
ITINERARY
January 20' 2012 (Friday)
2030 Assembly
0900 ETD Manila to Baguio City
January 21' 2012 (Saturday)
0300 ETA Baguio City
0600 From Baguio to Atok km55
0900 ETA KM. 55, Start trek
1030 Arrival at Timbak Elementary School. Head for summit
1100 Arrival at summit, early lunch, Pack lunch
1130 Back at Timbak Elementary School. Proceed to visit the Timbak mummies
1200 ETA Burial Rock keeper's house; take pictures. Nice view deck.
1230 Head back to Timbak Elementary School
1300 From school, start descent
1430 Back at KM. 55; visit Bound to Base camp
1700 ETA Base Camp lake tabeo
1900 Dinner Socials 1
January 22' 2012 (Sunday)
0400 wake up call, Breakfast, bring pack lunch
0600 Start Summit Assault – Carry only assault pack, with water, snacks
1100 ETA Mt Tabayoc Summit (Photo ops) Early lunch
1200 Start Descend
1400 ETA Lake Tabeo, proceed to Explore 4 lakes –
Carry only assault pack, water and snacks. You may also carry a raincoat (in case it rains) or a jacket (you might not be able to stand the cold in the three lakes). Minimize noise when exploring the three lakes!
1430 Junior Pulag
1500 Lake Incolos
1530 Lake letep – ngapos
1600 Lake Ambulalakao
1630 Back at Base camp
1800 Prepare dinner
2000 Dinner / Socials 2
January 23' 2012 (Monday)
0800 Wakeup Call (Break Fast)
1000 Break camp
1100 Back to Baguio City
1700 ETA Baguio City
2300 ETD Baguio to Manila or Optional stay at baguio city
January 24' 2012 (Tuesday)
0530 ETA Manila
>HELPFUL INFORMATION
Transportaion:
• 6 Hours Manila to Baguio
• 6 Hours Baguio to Ballay
Water Source:
• Available at base camp
Camp and Climb Proper:
• 1.5 hours to summit of mnt Timbak
• 1.5 – 2hours ascend to summit
• Dense Mossy forest
• Local Community Village at Base camp
• Temperature can drop to 3°C or below, so prepare for proper clothing and gear
• Stores Maybe available Near camp area, but limited Products only no liquor
PRE-CLIMB MEETING
Date: JANUARY 4' 7:30pm PLEASE CONTACT MIGS @ 09052688275
Location: Alphaland mall
Participants are REQUIRED to attend the PRE-CLIMB meeting/Orientation
LIMITED SLOTS ONLY/RESERVE NOW
NOTE: First come first serve basis. Those who will confirm and give a deposit will be prioritized.
REGISTRATION POLICY
* Deadline of Registration: JANUARY 4′ 2012 (better earlier to reserve your slot)
* LIMITED SLOTS ONLY
* Deadline of Payment: Down payment of P1,470 upon registration. Full payment on assembly area on JANUARY 20' 2012 or earlier.
* First come, first serve basis.
* No reg form, No reservation. To reserve, please fill-out registration form then send to miguel.mapalad@yabag.org Subject: Mt Tabayoc Trek 2012 – Registration (JANUARY 2012)
* Then you will receive thru email account details where to deposit payment (BPI).
* Everyone is required to download and submit registration form
* Please register only if you are 100% sure you are joining.
* Full payment must be settled within the agreed timeframe. Should you need extension, please coordinate with the Climb Organizer.
* Non-refundable but transferable to other person. Climb Organizer must be notified asap or at least 5 days before the trip. In this case, the “proxy” must fill-out and submit registration form.
* The payments made to us are only refundable if we cancel due to weather issues or fortuitous events.
* Upon payment, you will receive a copy of complete guidelines, including things to bring, itinerary, reminders, etc…
FOR MORE INFORMATION/RESERVATION YOU MAY CONTACT
Miguel(Migs) Mapalad
Email: miguel.mapalad@yabag.org
Mobile:09052688275
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