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Is Summer the Best Time to Climb Mount Apo?

Is mountain climbing one of your dream activities? Do you want to try it this summer? Would summer be the best time to climb Mount Apo? As classes come to an end and everyone starts to feel the summer vibe, you and your friends and some relatives might have been discussing about your great summer […]

9,000 Feet above Ground

Have you ever wondered how it feels like to be in a place where all you can see is just how magnificent this world is? Have you ever imagined yourself standing at the summit of a high mountain, while the cool air caresses your face and the sound of nature relaxes your very soul? If […]

4 REASONS WHY EVERYONE SHOULD CLIMB MT. APO

Mt. Apo, which is located in the island of Mindanao, is dubbed as the Philippine’s highest peak. With its towering height of 2,954 meters, no wonder it bagged the title. Although it won’t be a piece of cake when you climb Mt. Apo, I assure you that you’ll be ecstatic and mighty proud after doing […]

Climbing Mt. Apo: Preparation for Your Adventure

Climbing the Philippines‘ highest mountain, the Mount Apo, will surely be a great and fun adventure for you and your companions, however, certain preparations must be made first. Considering that this is an outdoor activity that requires not only a healthy body but an equally prepared mind as well, certain preparatory measures must be considered […]

SMU trek Club trusts Discover Mt Apo in Climbing Mt Apo

  Singapore Management University trekking club trusts Discover Mt Apo for their climb and trekking activities at Mount Apo, Davao City. For any team or club who wants to climb mount Apo, feel free to email us at discovermtapo@gmail.com and we give discounts for group or company trek. Visit http://discovermtapo.com for more info! Follow us […]

Climb Mt Apo: Winter Trek Log by SMU Trek Club

Winter Trek log by Singapore Management University Climb dates: December 06-08, 2016 source: https://twwk.wordpress.com/ Mount Apo is located in Davao, the southern part of Philippines. It is the tallest mountain in Philippines and stands at 2954 metres. In Filipino tongues, it means “master” or “grandson”. This was an unofficial trip by the SMUX Trekking Team, in […]

5 TIPS TO CLIMB MT. APO

I’m back with a fresh article, which is a continuation of 5 Not-So-Easy Steps To Climb Mt. Apo. I’m sharing with you 5 more tips, which I know you’re thrilled to hear. Book a Guide It’s too risky and prohibited to go up the mountain alone. You must be accompanied by a guide, otherwise you can’t proceed to […]

5 NOT-SO-EASY STEPS TO CLIMB MT. APO

To climb Mt. Apo is not a walk in the park. It’s not like you’ve decided to go on a mountaineering trip now and you can be at the foot of the mountain the following day hankering to take your first big leap. Mountain climbing requires lots of hard work, willpower, and of course preparation so […]

6 Reasons Why Climbing Mt. Apo Will Change Your Life

Aspiring to greater heights will do you many wonders.  Getting a bird’s eye view will give you a better perspective of things. It’s the same when it comes to climbing Mt. Apo. It’s better to be at the zenith than at the foot of the mountain because the view is more spectacular, more exquisite, and […]

MUST-HAVE MOUNTAIN GEARS AND WHY YOU REALLY NEED THEM, PART 2?

In my article on February 10, 2016, I wrote about the different gears that you should bring when climbing Mt. Apo. For a quick recap the gears, as mentioned, are as follows: tent, sleeping bag, ropes, carabiners, flashlights, head torch, and first aid kit. If you think these things are the only ones you need to […]