Mt. Binacayan | Smallest But Not The Easiest

  Date : November 15, 2015 | Author : Jeric Par Esplana | Travel Blog

Mt. Binacayan

Mt. Binacayan is considered to be the shortest among the 4 other mountains in Brgy. Wawa. It is known for being the twin mountain of Mt. Pamitinan and bordered by a river. It features the same scenic view on summit but has a different impact when it comes to the hiking experience. It’s very much recommended for someone who wants to try mountaineering.

You just need to come in Wawa Tourism Office as early as 6AM so you can register for a twin hike and even a triple hike in a single day. Tour Guide is required for every group with a maximum of 10 members and should pay Php 400.00 (500.00) and additional amount if twin or triple hike. One thing that is beneficial from having  a Guide is also by having a group photographer .There is also a registration fee of Php 2.00 per head and they have donation box, it’s up to you how much will you donate.

How to get there: you just need to ride an UV Express going to Rodriguez, Rizal in Farmers Cubao for Php 50.00. Then from Eastwood, ride a Jeep going to Tourism Office of Wawa for Php 8.00 (7.00). Once you arrived in Wawa, make sure to register because it is mandatory by the DENR and the local government of  Brgy. Wawa.

Ascend to a Rocky Trail

Better not to believe that since Mt. Banicayan is the shortest among other mountains, it will be the easiest. All of the mountains here in Wawa have a way of dealing to climbers with different level of difficulties. Its trail is longer and steeper than the trail of Mt. Pamitinan. The trail is not actually misleading but you’ll have to walk in a rocky portion of the trail that made it harder.

Mt. Paruwagan

Upon reaching the higher part of the mountain, you'll be able to see the Mt. Paruwagan. It’s like a mountain with very long cliff on top. According to our guide, it is not yet open for public because the local people are still locating the right trail towards the summit that is not risky for the possible climbers.

Assault

Before you reach its peak, you need to conquer this rocky portion of the mountain. These rocks have sharp edges that can damage and lacerate your clothes so better wear a gloves for the protection of your hands, thick clothes for your body and a trekking shoes for your feet. Helmet is optional for your head but for the sake of your safety, better have it. Additional tip, make sure that you put a sunblock to some parts of the body before hiking because you’ll be very exposed to the scorch light of the sun.

Almost Summit

When you really work hard, you'll receive your reward. It's not about who’s the first person to reach the peak, it's about on how the team helped each other just to reach the summit as one. At the end of the day, you’ll realized that it’s so satisfying and all worth it.

Mountainous

Can you guess these three mountains you see in this picture? Those are Mt. Ayaas (627+), Mt. Hapunang Banoi (517+) and Mt. Pamitinan (426+). Unfortunately, Mt. Ayaas is not opened for mountaineers temporarily due to conflict of the legality of its vicinity. Brgy Mascap and Brgy. Wawa is still negotiating who will manage the mountain. But if you want to climb Mt. Ayaas, visit Brgy. Mascap because they are open for the hikers who wants to climb this mountain.

Mt. Binacayan's Peak

The rocky view of Mt. Binacayan's Peak is fantastic. Its 360 degree view is amazing for the fact that you will able to see the four other mountains on summit. It's a worth to work hard activities that not all can achieve. This photo emphasized the beauty of rock formations and gave a dramatic effect. Make sure that you'll be safe if your group will try this because it's somewhat risky. Conquer your fear and use it as your strength. Enjoy the beauty of nature and how lucky you are to see this when you're still alive. 

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As a Travel Blogger, I am sharing all my experiences, guides and the expenses in every trip I have been so that you can also experience this trip to specific place with your friends or family. Be responsible enough by: following the rules and regulations of the place, learn to protect and maintain its genuine beauty, be nice and respectful to local people, observe cleanliness, leave no trace

--Contact--

-Municipality of Rodriguez, Rizal : (02) 948-9221

-Tour Guide :  Bernie – 0939 792 8073

--Itinerary--

0515 - Meet Up (Farmers, Cubao)
0530 - ETD Manila via Public Vehicle

0700 - ETA Rodriguez, Rizal (Eastwood)

0715 -  Brgy. Wawa Tourism Office

0720 - Registration Area

0730 - Breakfast

0800 - Start Trek

0900 - Summit (Binacayan)

1000 - Descend via Same Route

1045 -  Turn Right (going to Mt. Pamitinan)

1200 - Summit (Pamitinan)

1210 -  Lunch (trail foods)

1310 -  Descend via Same Route

1425 -  ETA (jump-off area)

1435 -  ETD Registration Area

1455-   ETA Rodriguez (Eastwood)

1715 -   ETA Manila (w/ traffic delays)

--Budget--

Note: Rates are subject to change without prior notice

Option 1

VEHICLE	FROM	TO	FARE	TIMEFRAME
Bus	Novaliches	Cubao (Farmers)	Php 28.00	30 min.
UV Express	Farmers	Rodriguez, Rizal	Php 50.00	1 ½ hours
Jeepney	Eastwood	Wawa Reg. Hall	Php 8.00	10 mins

Option 2

VEHICLE	FROM	TO	FARE	TIMEFRAME
Jeepney	Novaliches	Fairview (Litex)	Php 14.00	30 min.
UV Express	Litex	Rodriguez, Rizal	Php 30.00	1 hour
Jeepney	Eastwood	Wawa Reg. Hall	Php 8.00	10 mins

Donation	No FIXED rate
Registration Fee	Php 2.00
Tour Guide	Php 400.00/additional if twin hike
ESTIMATED EXPENSES (group of 4)	Php 600.00/head

Updated Expenses as of April 2016 approved by PAMB, PPL last November. 18, 2015

-Entrance Fee : Php 20.00/head

-Trekking Fee : Php 50.00/head

-Caving Fee    : Php 20.00/head

-Tour Guide    : Php 500.00/group of 5 (Hiking Adventures Only)

-Cottage Rent : Php 200.00/cap.of 10 persons

-Floating Cot. : Php 350.00/day

"PARKING FEE"

-Motorcycle : Php 15.00/day

-Cars/Jeeps  : Php 30.00/day

-Bus             : Php 150.00/day