I was given the opportunity to join the anniversary climb of the ADDICT Mountaineers. For me, my fiance Steve and our friend Ley, this was our first traverse, our 3rd climb and our 2nd major mountain climb.
It was all excitement because we were told that we’ll be camping by the beach which will be like an outing altogether besides climbing, plus it’s a traverse, no more going back to the starting point.
We left Manila at 10pm from Victory Cubao Bus Terminal. Arrived at Olongapo around 1am. Rode a jeepney going to the starting point which was at Pundaquit, Zambales.
We started our trek at 3:30am. It was our first time trekking without sunlight so it was really an adventure even if the trail seemed the usual rocky and grassy path.
There were several muddy encounters and two river crossings (the rivers were too shallow to be afraid of so sa’ll good!)
This is not even halfway of the hike. lol Isn’t this a breathtaking view?
This trail is challenging because it’s like going through thorns.
We passed through trails that were burnt. Caused by the sun’s heat or by careless trekkers who just leave their cigarettes on the trail? Sadly, I found out it’s the latter reason most of the time.
It took us a total of 10hrs of trek and hike. It really tested our endurance and patience. Besides the rocky and steep trails was the additional scorching heat from the sun. The unique and the most challenging path we went through was the burning leaves that looked liked a mini forest fire. It scared me a little because I thought we wouldn’t be able to pass through and would have to find a longer way to reach our campsite. Phew!
Silanguin Cove… aaahhh! Achievement Unlocked!
This is during our socials after dinner. It was fun getting to know fellow hikers.
Group picture before going home! ^_^
We even found out that our bangkero (boatman) is a Surfer Dude! lol
Surf’s Up!
One boat captured my attention…
God knows us better than we know ourselves.
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