It is located in Barangay Daraitan, Tanay, Rizal. Mt. Daraitan has a height of 739 meters above sea level or 2,424 feet.
SAMPLE OF ITINERARY to Mt. Daraitan
- Midnight – Assembly, meet-up
- 12:30 AM – going to Mt. Daraitan registration site
- 3:30AM – Barangay Daraitan, Tanay Rizal. Registration, breakfast and secure a guide.
- 4 AM – Start hiking via a long trail
- 6:30 AM – arrived at Mt. Daraitan summit, explore the area, rested, and take pictures
- 7:30 AM – Going to Heart Peak
- 9 AM – Arrived at Heart Peak
- 9:30AM – Going to Tinipak River
- 11:30 AM – Arrived at Tinipak River, lunch
- 12:30 PM – Explore Tinipak River, swimming, caving, photo-ops
- 3:30 PM – Head back to the Jump-off point
- 4:30 PM – Arrive at Barangay hall, wash up, dinner
- 5:30 PM – going back to Manila
- 8:30 PM – Manila
NOTE: This sample itinerary is just a basis and not absolute
or will not be 100% perfect due to many factors such as the weather condition,
group pacing, traffic, emergency, etc.
VERY IMPORTANT THINGS TO BRING ON YOUR HIKE GOING TO
MT.
Daraitan
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Sun and Rain Protection (raincoat, arm sleeves, shades, cap, umbrella, etc.)
- 2 to 3 liters of bottled water
- Trail foods
- Personal Medications
- Toiletries like bath soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, and tissue
- Trash bags, extra plastic
- Extra clothes and slippers
- Extra cash for personal expenses
- Towel
- Camera
- Waterproof bag during the rainy season
- Packed lunch (optional)
- Trekking pole (optional)
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
If you go to Mt. Daraitan, don’t visit on weekends or holidays because it’s overcrowded there, I suggest you go on weekdays. Do not go during the rainy season because the trail becomes difficult and becomes a major climb that will require you more hours to finish the hike. I suggest before you visit Mt. Daraitan, check the weather forecast first and make sure it is sunny and clear. Pack light. This is very important. Bring only necessary things on the trail. The trail going to Mt.Daraitan summit is moderately steep and beautifully forested. Wear appropriate hiking shoes or trekking sandals. Don’t forget to waterproof your things. A waterproof bag can be bought near the Barangay Hall. I highly suggest hiking Mt. Daraitan during the summer season only or on a sunny day because the trail can become so muddy, slippery, and hard to navigate during the wet season. Also, you do not have to worry if you will have a good clearing at the summit.
HOW TO GET TO Mt. Daraitan
By commute:
Ride a van or jeep in front of EDSA-Shaw Boulevard or front of Starmall going to Tanay, Rizal. Alight at Jollibee Tanay and ride a tricycle going to the Barangay Daraitan registration site. Travel time for the tricycle ride is 30-40 minutes. Fare is 100 pesos per peron or 500 pesos per tricycle.
Another option is to ride a jeep in Aurora Boulevard, Cubao
going to Antipolo Cogeo, alight at Cogeo public market, then ride a jeep going
to Sampaloc, Tanay, then ride a tricycle going to the Barangay Daraitan
registration site.
By Private vehicle:
Drive to Marcos Highway and follow the Tanay-Infanta Road. Make a left turn on the rough road that leads to Barangay Daraitan, then follow the road until you see the river crossing and registration hall which is located several meters past the river then park your vehicle. The approximate travel time is 2 to 2.5 hours.
Every hike is a blessing. Value it, cherish it, and treasure
it. Not everyone has the luxury of time to hike. On the whole, I hope this Mt.
Daraitan travel guide and reference has been helpful to you. Don’t forget to
share this with your friends, companions, and loved ones if ever you plan to do
the Mt. Daraitan day hike. Until next time. Have a pleasant day to you. Thanks
for reading.
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