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Kandungaw Peak And Dalas-ag Peak: The Second Time Around
My first hiking trip to Kandungaw (Candongao) Peak was truly a fascinating adventure that I’ll remember for years to come. Not only did it spark my appetite for hiking, but it also gave me a glimpse of the untouched and pristine natural beauty of Cebu’s highlands. What’s more, my first Kandungaw trek introduced me to a bunch of new friends, who ultimately became my travel buddies. Yet, for all the fun and upsides of our first Kandungaw Peak adventure, I still felt there was something missing. With thick fogs literally covering the mountains and hills, we barely saw anything below and the horizon, as we were standing on the summit.…
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Mount Mago: A Laid-Back Boundary Climb With Team Bang
People climb mountains for many different reasons. Some hit the trails to quench their thirst for adventure, while others explore the wilderness to find inner peace as well as escape their bustling daily grind. Of course, there are also those who go on hiking expeditions for the sake of having eye-catching IG snaps. Personally, I enjoy hiking because it’s comforting, empowering, sweat-inducing and a great way to meet friends. And in my recent trip in Mount Mago with Team Bang (my charming hiking buddies), I was very fortunate to experience all the qualities and hallmarks of my ideal hike. Our Mount Mago experience Our Mount Mago adventure started with…
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Mount Babag: A Fun-filled Escapade With A Bunch Of New Friends
Metro Cebu, with its seemingly endless stream of traffic and relentless energy, can sometimes overwhelm the fittest and the mentally strongest people. And just like any busy Cebuano with a full-time job, I’ve been feeling a little burned out for the past couple of weeks, working ceaselessly on a variety of projects. Thankfully, though, Mount Babag and a few of travel buddies came to the rescue to help me stay sane and break the monotony of my daily grind. After our unforgettable Candongao Peak trek, me and my new crew couldn’t stop talking about our next outdoor adventure. From Mount Naupa to Mount Mago, there were plenty of suggestions and…
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Candongao Peak: Trekking Deep Into Cebu’s Surreal Highlands
Osmeña Peak has been, for years, the premier destination for people who want to go on a little nature trip in Cebu. Rising at 1,013 meters above sea level, O’Peak is, after all, the so-called highest mountain on the island, wowing visitors with its cool mountain breeze and awe-inspiring panorama of the countryside. But, there’s another majestic and pristine trail nearby that may soon give this Cebuano icon a run for its money – the less explored Candongao Peak. Our Candongao Peak adventure A few days ago, I went on a memorable trekking expedition into the wilderness of Badian to see the Candongao ( Kandungaw) Peak in person. And to…
