Mt. Pinatubo caused a disaster on June 15, 1991. The world was surprised by the second largest terrestrial eruption of 20th
century after Novarupta eruption in Alaska on 1912. According to U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 113-97, “The eruption produced high-speed avalanches of hot ash and gas, giant
mud flows, and a cloud of volcanic ash hundreds of miles across". Philippines
encountered ash and sustained about $100 million in damage, devastated many
livelihood and lives among neighboring town and those who are living on it.
Why is it called as a Beautiful Disaster?
Obviously,
due to the stunning majestic scenery of the crater developed by event and span
of time, Mt. Pinatubo evolved from a devastated state to a splendid “beautiful
disaster”. Aside from its beauty, it became a channel of livelihood for many
people for its bloomed tourism.
Personally,
I considered it a beautiful disaster considering the realization I had when I
did the trek up to the crater. You may want to see my full experience and
learning by watching this video:
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How to Get to Mount Pinatubo ?
It is
approximately 2 and half to 3 hours travel from Manila to Capas Tarlac
Take a bus from Manila
to Capas, Tarlac
Check Bus Stations from
Metro Manila (Manila/Pasay/Cubao) to Capas Tarlac
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Manila (Philippine Rabbit Avenida)
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Cubao
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Pasay
Drop off at Mcdonalds Capas Junction
Ride Tricycle from Junction to Patling.
Ride a Tricycle from Patling to Sta Juliana Tourism
Register in Sta. Juliana Tourism
Rent a 4x4 ride : 4 to 5 person per 4x4 – Rental is 3,500
4x4 ride to start of trekking point ( 1 HOUR)
8 Trekking to the Crater Lake is 1 to 1.5
Hours
You can opt to do DIY
arrangement going to Mt. Pinatubo or find a good Travel Agency that arranges
everything for this experience.
How much will it cost you to get to Mt. Pinatubo?
There
are a lot of travel agency or group that caters trek to Mt. Pinatubo. Getting a
service provider that will organize your trek will take care of everything from
transportation to guiding you on this exciting activity!
Package
cost ranges from P 2,000 to P 3,000 depending of the number of people availing
it in a group.
What to bring and wear on your trek to Mt. Pinatubo?
- Water to drink
- Identification
Card
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Sun block
- Snacks
- Snacks
- Towel
- Extra Clothes
- small backpack ( Preferably water resistant)
- small Back (Light weight)
Note: Try do
bring minimalist items and only necessary so it will be convenient for you to
walk
To wear:
- Wear light and breathable cloths
- Comfy trekking shoes or sandals
Do’s and Dont’s on Trekking Mt. Pinatubo
- Do not swim on crater lake
- Do not litter
- Do not destroy
trees or anything
- Don’t get dehydrated
- Do follow the
guidelines all the time
- Do follow the
tour guide on his way
- Do warm up
before trekking
- Do drink a lot
of water
- 5 Do check
weather forecast before trekking
Let not your limited budget hinders you to do whatever you want, go wherever your feet will bring you, taste whatever your tongue desires, experience what you haven't and discover the unseen. You can do anything through proper planning, budgeting and wise promo hunting! Remember that you can always... Live life to the fullest Smartly!
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