Zambales, Philippines
Botolan
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This is a day trip from Manila. We left at 3:00am from greenfield and came back at 9:00pm but it is definitely worth the sleep deprivation. Bakasyonista Tour has perfectly organized it, travel, transfer to 4x4 and trekking.
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Mt. Pinatubo volcano lake. Awe inspiring and serene from the view deck and lakeshore. Swimming is not allowed. Looks to be already deep within a few meters from shore considering it's the volcano's crater
Nice experience, day tour from Manila started very early but was smoothly run. Extremely attentive guide was friendly and polite.
The top destination after 7 kilometer trek from Tarlac going up to the Mt Pinatubo crater which has become a caldera, thus the lake. Trek is a long 14 kms: 7km up and 7 km down. The majestic view is a serene one with the sulphuric still water enclosed in what remains of the Mt Pinatubo crater and collapsed chamber. Going up the lake, requires a long trek through rough terrain of ash and volcanic stones, crossing rivers and through endless water flows at some points. The scorching heat going up will burn your skin so it is necessary to have sun block , a hat and long sleeves and sturdy walking shoes. And water! There is a store owned by an Aeta family where you can buy some souvenirs, drinks, candies and chips. This is situated some kilometers after the rough 4x4 ride. At the lake itself, the park personnel also have a store for water and drinks and souvenirs. Buy from them as it is owned and managed by the volunteers of the park. It is recommended that you start early, buy a walking stick from the local kids at the staging point, and take food for your snacks and lunch as there isnt any resto there when we trekked and even on the lake area itself. Even with all the struggles and hardship going up, the breathtaking view of the lake relieves everything. Such a wonderful reward! The lake is not for swimming anymore, though.
Bumpy ride and sweaty hike. But still one of the most rewarding activities I've ever done.
Amazing place, better to visit early in the morning ( less turist), just a pity that the swimming is prohibited
Love the view - For beginner use Capaz trail via 4x4. For much challenging trail and better view of whole lake itself go on hike using Sapang-Uwak (not adviceable for non hikers)
Breath taking - worth the hike and time. Approx 15 hour day if coming from manila
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