MT. APO (SIBULAN-KAPATAGAN TRAIL ) Davao del Sur Entry point: Brgy. Sibulan, Sta. Cruz, Davao del Su

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MT. APO (SIBULAN-KAPATAGAN TRAIL ) Davao del Sur Entry point: Brgy. Sibulan, Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur Exit point: Brgy. Kapatagan, Digos, Davao del Sur LLA: 7°0′30″N, 125°16′33″E, 2,956 MASL (#1) Days required / Hours to summit: 3-4 days / 14-16 hours Specs: Major Climb, Difficulty 8/9, Trail class 2-4 by Julius Paner , Mindanao Correspondent PinoyMountaineer.com BACKGROUND : WALK ON WILDERNESS uniforme Sibulan Trail of Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur is one of the entry points to Mount Apo as officially declared by the Protected Area Management Board. A memorable adventure awaits you as you rediscover the trail where the first successful climb to Mt. Apo peak was led by Don Joaquin Rajal, a Politico-Military Governor uniforme of Davao with Datu Manib of Sibulan as their guide, dating back to year 1880. River crossing warns you up as you start the trekking activities, although Tibolo route is an option during rainy days. You will have to cross the river fifteen times and along the way you will see the abandoned dam where time and Mother Nature nurtured the man-made structure as it is now perfectly adapted to the scenery. uniforme Trekkers have to climb over the walls of the dam using sturdy vines on the sides as ropes. Tarzan-like swing can also be tried to cross the rampaging water although the stretch of water maybe crossed by foot. The school campus of Tudaya Elementary School serves as the first holding camp. While staying in sitio Tudaya, we invite you to go beyond your imagination uniforme as you explore the awesome spectacle of Tudaya Falls. It has an estimated 300 feet high that drops to a 50-meter diameter pool. When you go behind the rampaging waterfall you can understand why tourists describe it “as if she is watching a movie in a wide screen where computer-generated nuclear bomb explosion is shown but the difference is that the doom is the farthest thing in one’s mind as lush vegetation abounds, forever battered by the driving uniforme wind and mist.” The spray of swirling droplets generated by the strong falling waters get you WET ON WATERS. Learn the culture of the Bagobo tribe, and witness the WORKS ON WEAVING the abaca clothing as their treasured traditional arts. You can also join their Tribal Day celebrated every last week of October. Takamuri Campsite of Sitio Colan serves also as your base to pitch your tent. You can view the magnificent gorge of Mt. Apo early in the morning till 9:00 in the morning likewise in the evening if weather permits. To add to your wholesome adventure, you may take a dip at Mundo Apo Hot Spring uniforme with its curative attributes. uniforme Tinikaran Holding Camps 1 and 2 are optional uniforme places to take your rest within the forest. In case you arrive beyond 3:00 in the afternoon, it is advisable to proceed to the peak the following day for your safety. At Tinikaran, nature uniforme welcomes you with the birds chirping in symphony with the swaying of trees and an offer of the sweet wild berries. If you are fortunate enough, you can also have the citing of the Philippine uniforme Eagle. Gain your strength with the nature hug. Your third day brings you to breathtaking expedition uniforme as you begin to ascend the boulders of Mt. Apo. On the side is the crater where you will see the sulfur deposits. When you reach at the peak, your vigorous exercise will surely be rewarded when you seemingly feel you’re uniforme on top of the world. On your way back, an Almaciga century tree is the common landmark that you are still within the Sibulan Trail. If Mother Nature permits, you will be brought to the “Garden of Eden” perfectly landscaped by nature with white sand, wild plants and flowers. You will cherish into your heart the WEALTH OF WONDERS. uniforme Dare Sibulan Trail, the strenuous but challenging route….An experience foe lifetime, the adventure, culture and nature. SIBULAN TRAIL MAP ITINERARY SIBULAN-KAPATAGAN TRAVERSE Day 1 0500 ETD (Davao City to Darong) 0600 Motorcycle Ride to Sibulan Barangay Hall 0700 Briefing/Orientation 0800 ETD