Mt. Paliparan | Newly opened mountain in Tanay, Rizal | April 2016

   Date : June 21, 2016 | Author : Jeric Par Esplana | Category : Travel Rizal

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Nagpatong Rock Formation

Mt. Paliparan is the newest hiking destination in Tanay, Rizal located in the town of Brgy. Cuyambay and it was opened to hiking activities in April 2016. This mountain is another travel destination to look forward by the outdoor enthusiasts. It was named after the early practice of kite-flying activities, either for a contest or just for fun by the local Dumagats youth. The municipality of Tanay is now becoming a haven of outdoor activities that offers minor to extreme adventures. 

The trail seems like to be wild since it's not yet well-established . Mt. Paliparan is considered as a minor climb but in need of rock precautionary measures (very technical). It requires 2 - 3 hours to reach the summit (Peak 2) depending on the situation or the person itself. Mt. Paliparan's adventure includes rock climbing (Nagpatong Rock Formation), chasing waterfalls (Tung-tong Falls), cave exploration and the scenic views of Pililla Windmills and a part of Laguna de Bay. The terrain features grassy slopes, mango farm, limestone rocks, a bit of forest/woodland ambiance and cogon. Touy, a Dumagat Village is also a must see place here.

How to get there: Ride a jeepney (Php 24.00) or van (Php 35.00) in Cubao (Gateway/ Puregold) going to Cogeo Gate 2 (Antipolo), 1 hr. travel time. Once in Cogeo, ride another jeepney going to Brgy. Cuyambay (junction) , fare is Php 48.00 (1 hr.) Ride a habal-habal going to Brgy. Hall (jump-off area of Mt. Paliparan), fare is Php 25.00 per person (5-10 mins. only).

This photos was taken last June 12, 2016, an Independence Climb by 

Herbert Escolano

Vash SalvadicoSales Aragon

Sean Calzado 

Chie Serrano

Mt. Paliparan's Summit

Hagkanan Rock Formation

Hold on tight and watch your step

Technical Aspect

River Crossing

Tungtong's basin

Tungtong Falls

Part of a cave

Note:  More photos will be posted soon

Sample Itinerary

[Dayhike Basis]

Nagpatong Rock  - Tungtong Falls - Mt. Paliparan's Peak 1, 3, 2

0500 - ETD in Cubao via public vehicle

0600 - ETA in Cogeo

0730 - ETA Brgy. Cuyambay / Registration Area / get guide and briefing

0830 - jumboree Nagpatong's jump-off area via tricycle (Php40/head)

0930 - Ngpatong's Peak / Picture Taking / Rest

1045 - Descend

1130 -  jumboree Brgy. Hall via tricycle (Php40/head)

1200 - Lunch

1245 - ascend to Tungtong Falls & Mt. Paliparan's peak (1,3,2)

1330 - Tungtong Falls / picture taking

1440 - Peak 1  (take shortcut) / picture taking

1520 - Peak 3 then go down to Peak 2 / picture taking

1600 - Peak 2 / picture taking then descend to Peak 1

1620 - Peak 1

1730 - ETA Brgy. Hall

Note:

Make sure to leave Brgy. Cuyambay not later than 5 pm to secure your transportation going back to Manila. 

--Budget--

Note: Rates are subject to change without prior notice

VEHICLE	FROM	TO	FARE	TIMEFRAME
Van / Jeepney	Cubao	Cogeo Gate 2	Php 35 / Php 24	1 hr.
Jeepney	Cogeo Gate 2	Brgy. Cuyambay	Php 48.00	1 hr.
Tricycle	Cuyambay Junction	Brgy. Hall	Php 25.00	10 mins.

Tour Guide	Dayhike / 5	Overnight / 5	Registration Fee/head
1	Php 500.00	Php 800.00	Php 20.00 + Php 10.00 for Seedling

ESTIMATED EXPENSES/ group of 3

Php 600.00/head