Mount Pinatubo
Mount Pinatubo
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Mount Pinatubo is an active stratovolcano in the Cabusilan Mountains on the island of Luzon, near the tri-point of the Philippine provinces of Zambales, Tarlac, and Pampanga. Before the volcanic activities of 1991, its eruptive history was unknown to most people. It was heavily eroded, inconspicuous and obscured from view. It was covered with dense forest which supported a population of several thousand indigenous people, the Aetas, who fled to the mountains during the Spanish conquest of the Philippines.
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Eric R
Manila, Philippines91 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
I've been to Mt. Pinatubo back in 2013 and during THAT TIME, the 4x4 jeeps could take you right up the foot of the Volcano followed by a 15 min trek up the peak.
After the pandemic, being closed for more than a year, the trails for the 4x4 have become unpassable and thus you need to walk 6.5kms to the base of the volcano. This will take you a little over 1.5 hours to do (depending on your pace). Trail is full of sand, rocks, and occassional stream crossing (your shoes will get wet but the guide can place rocks to step on). The trail would be easy but getting a secure footing in some parts was tricky. There is also no coverage from the sun. Best to start at 5am.
Views were breath taking especially on the crater.
Some Tips:
1. Do not go during the rainy season. You're welcome.
2. 4x4 ride can last 30 to 45 mins one way. This gets very dusty in the afternoon. Bring a mask.
3. Wear shoes that has good grip and ok to get wet.
4. No water/food along the way, you need to carry this. You can buy at the peak but expect prices to be high (Php100 for 500ml of Gatorade as of June 2022).
5. For the ladies, there are bathrooms in 2 areas, at the base of the volcano and at the peak. Nowhere else during the 6.5km walk. For men, bathroom is everywhere.
6. Bring a hat or cover up. There is no shade during the trek. You can avoid the heat by starting early but coming back there is no escape from the sun.
7. Take pics, walk at your own pace. Enjoy!
After the pandemic, being closed for more than a year, the trails for the 4x4 have become unpassable and thus you need to walk 6.5kms to the base of the volcano. This will take you a little over 1.5 hours to do (depending on your pace). Trail is full of sand, rocks, and occassional stream crossing (your shoes will get wet but the guide can place rocks to step on). The trail would be easy but getting a secure footing in some parts was tricky. There is also no coverage from the sun. Best to start at 5am.
Views were breath taking especially on the crater.
Some Tips:
1. Do not go during the rainy season. You're welcome.
2. 4x4 ride can last 30 to 45 mins one way. This gets very dusty in the afternoon. Bring a mask.
3. Wear shoes that has good grip and ok to get wet.
4. No water/food along the way, you need to carry this. You can buy at the peak but expect prices to be high (Php100 for 500ml of Gatorade as of June 2022).
5. For the ladies, there are bathrooms in 2 areas, at the base of the volcano and at the peak. Nowhere else during the 6.5km walk. For men, bathroom is everywhere.
6. Bring a hat or cover up. There is no shade during the trek. You can avoid the heat by starting early but coming back there is no escape from the sun.
7. Take pics, walk at your own pace. Enjoy!
Written June 16, 2022
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yusrizalizri
Malaysia45 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Took approximately one hour from Clark to registration area in Pinatubo. Then take 4x4 almost one more hour to reach mount Pinatubo. Hiking only 20minute to the crater. Breathtaking view up there. For those newcomers, please prepare balaclava or mask, because of dust.
Written February 16, 2020
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Melissa Wibisono
Brooklyn, NY48 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
Fun stop 🛑 on our way to Indonesia from New York, easy hike - dusty that make it fun -er , husband loved and enjoyed the track. Not difficult but amazing view in the end. Paid off!!
Written June 27, 2020
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Evonne R
Austin, TX225 contributions
Trekking Mt. Pinatubo is a MUST DO if you are a visitor to the Philippines or even a local. We planned this day trek thru an online company based locally in Manila. The cost for a day tour was P1,800 pp and included R/T coach service from Manila to the drop off site near the mountain. Includes cost of 4X4 that will then take you up on a 30 minute mountain climb to the jump off point where the trek begins. All entry fees are included. There is no other way to trek the mountain without using some sort of service that participates in and organizes the trek as personal vehicles are not permitted in the secured zone of the mountain.
There are many things that I want to share about this awesome journey and I will start with the most important. First off, this trek is not recommended for children under the age of 13 or 14 years, pregnant women or for the physically challenged. It is quite strenuous as you are walking and climbing up to 5 miles through water, rock and forest & the 4X4 ride was extrememly bumpy as we went through holes, grooves and uncontrolled terrain for 30 mintes each way. We found it to be an enjoyable challenge however we were pretty worn out by the end of the return back to jump off point.
There are no restroom facilities available on the bus ride from Manila to Tarlac so plan your needs accordingly. There was only one restroom located about 2 hours into the trek and you must have your own toilet paper becasue it is a basic non flushable facility.Take ALL of your food and beverage needs as well because there is no chance to purchase anything once you have arrived at the start point. Some tours will stop halfway between Manila and the mountain so that you can purchase food for your trek however our bus did not stop and if you had not already supplied your food & beverage needs from home, you were pretty much outta luck for the rest of the day. Also, the bus is cold inside so make sure to take a sweater or fleece pullover. You will also need it for the return as you might be wet from the rainfall at the high altitude and there is nothing worse than being damp AND cold for the long (at least 3-4 hours) ride home. (Traffic at that hour is a bear!) Your driver will stop for food halfway between the mountain and Manila (make sure you confirm that with the driver upon boarding the return segment of the busride back home.
The on foot portion of the trek up to the top of the crater was approx. 2.5 hours. (Make sure that you are wearing tennis shoes. (Sandals are not recommended) The skyway that is advertised is not in use as the rains have destroyed the foundation and it has collapsed so the trek can only be made on foot. Your feet will get wet as you walk through creeks so make sure to pack extra shoes for the end of the journey ( flip flops are perfect) clothes and a towel also. Oh yea, forgot to mention that the water in crater lake, in the part of the crater of which we trekked, was not hot. The hotspings may be at at a differnt part of the crater so you will have to specifically ask your tour company about this. We were also not at the part of the lake that offers kayaking so once again, check this info with your tour company prior to booking.
The overall experience was enjoyable. You may find that you are not able to book reservation or pay online. You will most likey have to call, email or text the listed # and make payment arrangents with the operator/vendor. In our case, we found it quite unusual in this manner of business as we were instructed to make cash depost to the owners bank account with specific instruction including an account #. As Americans, we are not use to conducting business this way as we usually pay thru a secured method online. We found it uncomfortable going into a strangers bank and paying cash peso to an account of someone who we have only had contact with via text or email. We had to trust the reputable tour company and in the end, it did not fail us!
Enjoyable challenge and very memorable trip to Pinatubo! Have fun!
There are many things that I want to share about this awesome journey and I will start with the most important. First off, this trek is not recommended for children under the age of 13 or 14 years, pregnant women or for the physically challenged. It is quite strenuous as you are walking and climbing up to 5 miles through water, rock and forest & the 4X4 ride was extrememly bumpy as we went through holes, grooves and uncontrolled terrain for 30 mintes each way. We found it to be an enjoyable challenge however we were pretty worn out by the end of the return back to jump off point.
There are no restroom facilities available on the bus ride from Manila to Tarlac so plan your needs accordingly. There was only one restroom located about 2 hours into the trek and you must have your own toilet paper becasue it is a basic non flushable facility.Take ALL of your food and beverage needs as well because there is no chance to purchase anything once you have arrived at the start point. Some tours will stop halfway between Manila and the mountain so that you can purchase food for your trek however our bus did not stop and if you had not already supplied your food & beverage needs from home, you were pretty much outta luck for the rest of the day. Also, the bus is cold inside so make sure to take a sweater or fleece pullover. You will also need it for the return as you might be wet from the rainfall at the high altitude and there is nothing worse than being damp AND cold for the long (at least 3-4 hours) ride home. (Traffic at that hour is a bear!) Your driver will stop for food halfway between the mountain and Manila (make sure you confirm that with the driver upon boarding the return segment of the busride back home.
The on foot portion of the trek up to the top of the crater was approx. 2.5 hours. (Make sure that you are wearing tennis shoes. (Sandals are not recommended) The skyway that is advertised is not in use as the rains have destroyed the foundation and it has collapsed so the trek can only be made on foot. Your feet will get wet as you walk through creeks so make sure to pack extra shoes for the end of the journey ( flip flops are perfect) clothes and a towel also. Oh yea, forgot to mention that the water in crater lake, in the part of the crater of which we trekked, was not hot. The hotspings may be at at a differnt part of the crater so you will have to specifically ask your tour company about this. We were also not at the part of the lake that offers kayaking so once again, check this info with your tour company prior to booking.
The overall experience was enjoyable. You may find that you are not able to book reservation or pay online. You will most likey have to call, email or text the listed # and make payment arrangents with the operator/vendor. In our case, we found it quite unusual in this manner of business as we were instructed to make cash depost to the owners bank account with specific instruction including an account #. As Americans, we are not use to conducting business this way as we usually pay thru a secured method online. We found it uncomfortable going into a strangers bank and paying cash peso to an account of someone who we have only had contact with via text or email. We had to trust the reputable tour company and in the end, it did not fail us!
Enjoyable challenge and very memorable trip to Pinatubo! Have fun!
Written April 26, 2009
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Rick_HSeattle
Seattle100 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
If you are over 40 and want to do this hike, you will be singled out and REQUIRED to submit to a “blood pressure test”. It's a public spectacle where you will be led to a raised platform literally on the main street and while dozens of locals and other hikers watch you will have your physical capabilities questioned and your personal medical data loudly announced and recorded by a group of strangers. The whole experience is humiliating, unprecedented anywhere else in the world. It's also completely ridiculous for a day hike that any guide book would rate “medium”, not strenuous. Further if you are over 60 as I am, you will have to lie about your age to even be allowed to do the hike.
I'm an avid backpacker and climber and in better shape than most men half my age, but I would not have been allowed to do the trip just because of arbitrary rule based on no justifiable rationale. I saw lots overweight, out of shape people under 40 all along the trail and they didn't get the "special" treatment that seniors are subjected to. And their degrading public implementation is inexcusable. It's blatant age discrimination.
The crater is pretty, nothing special and there are hundreds of other tourists and aggressive souvenir vendors there. The lake is cool, blue and inviting and there is a nice beach, but you're not allowed to go for a swim. The 4x4 ride was actually the most fun. I paid for myself and three family members so it more than US$200, mahal naman! Price list is attached. Doesn't include transport to and from Santa Juliana or food.
Overall the experience was overrated, overpriced (financially and emotionally) and over regulated. I don't recommend to anyone and would boycott it as a senior on principal.
I'm an avid backpacker and climber and in better shape than most men half my age, but I would not have been allowed to do the trip just because of arbitrary rule based on no justifiable rationale. I saw lots overweight, out of shape people under 40 all along the trail and they didn't get the "special" treatment that seniors are subjected to. And their degrading public implementation is inexcusable. It's blatant age discrimination.
The crater is pretty, nothing special and there are hundreds of other tourists and aggressive souvenir vendors there. The lake is cool, blue and inviting and there is a nice beach, but you're not allowed to go for a swim. The 4x4 ride was actually the most fun. I paid for myself and three family members so it more than US$200, mahal naman! Price list is attached. Doesn't include transport to and from Santa Juliana or food.
Overall the experience was overrated, overpriced (financially and emotionally) and over regulated. I don't recommend to anyone and would boycott it as a senior on principal.
Written December 9, 2018
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Bermondsey_7
London, UK123 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Having read about Pinatubo we wanted to see the lake crater for ourselves.
We booked a trip from Manila using Tripinas Tours as they do public tours for individuals and small groups to join. Online booking was easy - emails were answered promptly.
The Tripinas group met up at 3.00am in a McDonalds in Manila. Both being in our 50's we watched with dread as our fellow trekkers arrived. All much younger than us and well equipped with sturdy walking shoes. We are old guys in flip-flops! Are we really up for this?
After a 2 hour bus ride we transfer to the 4x4's for the rough ride to base camp. Getting off the bus on to the allocated 4x4 was very well organised. We were introduced to our guide who whisked us off for a compulsory blood pressure rate test - only for the oldies! Given the all clear, we're off.
We're on the 4x4's for about an hour. Rough and dusty but fun.
We opt for the longer trek. Great. Not easy but either too difficult if you're reasonable fit. Flip-flops are fine.
The lake is awesome. Beautiful.
We have a couple of hours rest and have a nice short talk from the guide on how the volcano erupted and the lake was formed.
Return journey was good. 4x4's were all ready at the short route - thankfully. The coach back showed an interesting film about the eruption - very informative.
After getting off the 4x4's make time for a shower - only 50 peso and makes the bus journey much more comfortable. Don't wait at the first shower place where there may be a queue - walk down the street and there are other places.
A great day. Challenging? Fairly but enjoyable and perfectly doable.
Tripinas Tours are a good option if you want someone else to do all the organising for you. All ages welcome!
We booked a trip from Manila using Tripinas Tours as they do public tours for individuals and small groups to join. Online booking was easy - emails were answered promptly.
The Tripinas group met up at 3.00am in a McDonalds in Manila. Both being in our 50's we watched with dread as our fellow trekkers arrived. All much younger than us and well equipped with sturdy walking shoes. We are old guys in flip-flops! Are we really up for this?
After a 2 hour bus ride we transfer to the 4x4's for the rough ride to base camp. Getting off the bus on to the allocated 4x4 was very well organised. We were introduced to our guide who whisked us off for a compulsory blood pressure rate test - only for the oldies! Given the all clear, we're off.
We're on the 4x4's for about an hour. Rough and dusty but fun.
We opt for the longer trek. Great. Not easy but either too difficult if you're reasonable fit. Flip-flops are fine.
The lake is awesome. Beautiful.
We have a couple of hours rest and have a nice short talk from the guide on how the volcano erupted and the lake was formed.
Return journey was good. 4x4's were all ready at the short route - thankfully. The coach back showed an interesting film about the eruption - very informative.
After getting off the 4x4's make time for a shower - only 50 peso and makes the bus journey much more comfortable. Don't wait at the first shower place where there may be a queue - walk down the street and there are other places.
A great day. Challenging? Fairly but enjoyable and perfectly doable.
Tripinas Tours are a good option if you want someone else to do all the organising for you. All ages welcome!
Written May 26, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Varvara K
St. Petersburg, Russia11 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
We were really excited about climbing a mount Pinatubo. Actually we wanted do do it on motorbikes to get up and enjoy the road back and forth. Especially that we knew that 4 years ago my boyfriend with his father got on the top by motorbikes. So when we came to Angeles we thought it will be easy to organize this tour. But we were told that's actually the only way to reach the top is to by a package tour with a travel agency for 4500 php per person. That now it's forbidden to get on Pinatubo on 2 wheels and you can't even just rent a car you HAVE TO buy a package with a van, 4x4, lunch, guide etc. That's the thing we really didn't want to do because you can't enjoy the nature and views when you are in van and in a car, what's the point to go there? So we tried to avoid this and we went with motorbikes to the office of tourism at Santa Juliana where we can buy the permit and rent a 4x4. We checked on the Internet opening hours and it wasn't clear at all at what time do they close. Even on the official site there was nothing. So when we came (9:30am) it was open but the last 4x4 left at 5 on the morning because there are military exercises on Pinatubo and it used by the army as well. And it was written on the wall in the office as well. Ok, nice, but why it is written on the wall in the middle of nowhere and not on the official site??! The second question is why the only way to go to Pinatubo is by 4x4??! It's a shame to invent these kind of rules and impose the services that not everyone needs just because someone wants to do business on it.
I'm telling this to person who made this decision: this volcano was here before you and will be there after you and you can't just forbidden to get there, it's not yours it's national heritage and everyone can get there just by paying the permit.
I'm telling this to person who made this decision: this volcano was here before you and will be there after you and you can't just forbidden to get there, it's not yours it's national heritage and everyone can get there just by paying the permit.
Written November 8, 2016
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Masa1986
Udine, Italy26 contributions
To reach Pinatubo you should:
- leave from Angeles Mabalacat (jeepney terminal) maximum at 7Am;
- take a jeepney to Dau bus terminal (8Pesos);
- once there take a bus to Capas (direction Tarlac/Baguio; ticket on board, 45P with Five Star Bus or 20P with public buses);
- take a jeepney to Capas Market (8P);
- take another jeepney to Patling (25P);
- take a tricycle to Santa Juliana (60P);
- stop in front of the Tourist Home Office and there rent a 4wd jeep (that's the only way to reach the starting point of the trekking) for the fixed price of 3000P (max 4 persons; last departure 10am), rent a guide for 500P and pay 450/pax for permit! - travel with the jeep for 1 hour more or less to reach the starting point of the trekking;
- trek for 1 hour more or less to reach the crather!
We did this way and it's been the cheapest option! It takes more time then an organized trip to reach the Tourist Home Office (from two to three hours instead of 1hour and a half) but following these instructions you can save more than 1000P per person!
PS Bring your own water and food!
- leave from Angeles Mabalacat (jeepney terminal) maximum at 7Am;
- take a jeepney to Dau bus terminal (8Pesos);
- once there take a bus to Capas (direction Tarlac/Baguio; ticket on board, 45P with Five Star Bus or 20P with public buses);
- take a jeepney to Capas Market (8P);
- take another jeepney to Patling (25P);
- take a tricycle to Santa Juliana (60P);
- stop in front of the Tourist Home Office and there rent a 4wd jeep (that's the only way to reach the starting point of the trekking) for the fixed price of 3000P (max 4 persons; last departure 10am), rent a guide for 500P and pay 450/pax for permit! - travel with the jeep for 1 hour more or less to reach the starting point of the trekking;
- trek for 1 hour more or less to reach the crather!
We did this way and it's been the cheapest option! It takes more time then an organized trip to reach the Tourist Home Office (from two to three hours instead of 1hour and a half) but following these instructions you can save more than 1000P per person!
PS Bring your own water and food!
Written March 4, 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Lonan P
Cork, Ireland198 contributions
Mar 2014 • Couples
The daytrip to Mount Pinatubo was one of the most exciting and unforgettable trips I have done. We went as a couple from Manila. The best price we were being offered by tour agencies in the city was 6,000 peso each, which was far too expensive. After doing some research online, we found a much cheaper tour run by Sonia Bognot, who offered us a rate of 2,300 each as we would be going along with a group. (If you are doing it privately I think the price was 3,700 each) however you have to make your own way from Manila. Sonia will send you an email with information on how to do this once you confirm you are taking the trip. It's a little bit of hassle, but the experience is totally worth it and one you won't forget!
We were staying in Ermita, so the closest bus to get is the Victory Line bus from its depot in Pasay city. The bus leaves at 3am so be sure to get your taxi in a lot of time, as the main road was unexpectedly closed for road-works on our way there. Bus tickets cost 185 peso each, one way. Ask the driver to let you off at the McDonald's in Capas. Bring a warm top for the bus as the air-con is quite cool, otherwise it is really comfortable with reclining seats etc. Once you get off the bus, tricycles will be waiting for you. It's 300 peso for the (sometimes hair-raising) drive to Sta Juliana, where you meet with Sonia. She will get you your guide and the 4x4 jeep for the ride to the base of the mountain. The 4x4 journey was incredible, the scenery was so unusual, and we drove through rivers and over terrain that at times you think will break the jeep! The drivers are skilled though. We also saw the tribal people who live on the land, and the children running around and playing in the rivers. It was fantastic. The hike up to the crater lake is beautiful in the cool morning air. If you are reasonably fit you will find it quite easy, and the guide will help you over the rivers you have to cross. The lake itself is a really magical place. It's very raw and wild, and so peaceful there. We had breakfast by the lake and then just relaxed and chilled out. Breakfast was provided by the guide, and he also kept offering us snacks and drinking water. You definitely will not go hungry! Once you feel ready, you can tell the guide you wish to leave, bearing in mind you need to leave enough time to get back to Capas and get the 3.30pm bus back to Manila. An amazing day-trip and one I won't forget.
We were staying in Ermita, so the closest bus to get is the Victory Line bus from its depot in Pasay city. The bus leaves at 3am so be sure to get your taxi in a lot of time, as the main road was unexpectedly closed for road-works on our way there. Bus tickets cost 185 peso each, one way. Ask the driver to let you off at the McDonald's in Capas. Bring a warm top for the bus as the air-con is quite cool, otherwise it is really comfortable with reclining seats etc. Once you get off the bus, tricycles will be waiting for you. It's 300 peso for the (sometimes hair-raising) drive to Sta Juliana, where you meet with Sonia. She will get you your guide and the 4x4 jeep for the ride to the base of the mountain. The 4x4 journey was incredible, the scenery was so unusual, and we drove through rivers and over terrain that at times you think will break the jeep! The drivers are skilled though. We also saw the tribal people who live on the land, and the children running around and playing in the rivers. It was fantastic. The hike up to the crater lake is beautiful in the cool morning air. If you are reasonably fit you will find it quite easy, and the guide will help you over the rivers you have to cross. The lake itself is a really magical place. It's very raw and wild, and so peaceful there. We had breakfast by the lake and then just relaxed and chilled out. Breakfast was provided by the guide, and he also kept offering us snacks and drinking water. You definitely will not go hungry! Once you feel ready, you can tell the guide you wish to leave, bearing in mind you need to leave enough time to get back to Capas and get the 3.30pm bus back to Manila. An amazing day-trip and one I won't forget.
Written March 5, 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
tincoll
Honiara, Solomon Islands528 contributions
Sep 2011 • Couples
Yeah sure, you can drive up it, walk up hit, damn you can even run up it if you like, but the best way to experience it is by a joy flight over it. It cost me 7500 pesos (up to 3 people) and I booked it though Beeline Travel agency in Angeles City. The pilot (Jimmy - American fighter pilot veteran) picked us up from our hotel in his WW2 jeep and took us to his hangar. Plane was in amazing condition. We took off from Clark field and flew around the crater for about an hour. There was very low cloud on the day so our view was somewhat restricted but Jimmy simply took the plane lower and flew right into the crater so we could see it. He is an amazing pilot and really knows how to throw his little plane around. Total time flying was about 1hr 10 mins from takeoff to touchdown. Jimmy then takes you back to your hotel. Excellent fun if you like flying in small 3 seat planes...
Written April 18, 2012
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hello, my Family would like to visit the Mt. Pinatubo for a day only, would that be possible po? We are 5 in the Family. Thanks!
Kristine_Gamboa
Metro Manila, Philippines
Hi! Can we visit Mt Pinatubo amid the Covid-19 pandemic? Thanks po!
Zuzka Trojka
Ostrava, Czech Republic111 contributions
Hi, I will arrive in three weeks to Manila Airport about noon. Its possible to easy get to Santa Juliana till evening? I try to find some bus schedule from Manila Airport, ideal for me is public bus. Could you help me how I get there? I would like to go to mt. Pinatubo trek, now I don't have tour, but I think, it will be easy to join some other tour?thanks a lot:-) Zuzana
My family and I are planning to visit the Mount Pinatubo crater Lake most probably on the second week of March. I had been searching about the entrance fee/environmental fee, guide fee, 4x4 jeep rent and other fees but I cant´t find specific info for my questions. There are some details if the tour is to start from Tarlac, but the thing is we will be coming from Botolan. There are a lot of tour offers but are they really that necessary? Wondering if we can just pay the fees ourselves, rent guides and 4x4 jeeps somewhere in Botolan.
Yvonne L
Toronto, Canada29 contributions
We just went to Mt Pinatubo last week from Tarlac. The guide, driver and 4x4 and fees were all arranged by a rep from the hotel. Before we went all the questions were answered by the hotel we overnight in before the tour. We left at 6am in the morning so it would be necessary to stay overnight before leaving. Sorry I dont have info about Botolan only from Tarlac, I would assumed the same and you can get info from the hotel. There isnt a separate place to pay the fees it is all done as part of the tour. The total package was between 2400 to 2500 depending on the number of people sharing the 4x4. Max of 5. All the fees included. You have to sign a disclaimer, have blood pressure checked if over 40yo and a medical clearance if 60 and above.
emilyclare1
Canberra, Australia6 contributions
Hi there, what time does this trip return to Manila as wondering if it can be done before a night time flight?
ankyfire
Shanghai, China579 contributions
What trip? Some trips probably return on time, others don’t. I was organizing the whole thing myself and was back in Manila around 7pm.
ankyfire
Shanghai, China579 contributions
Hi! How to get there from Manila? And how long is the hike? What time would I be back in Manila afterwards?
mannyvillarba
Manila, Philippines29 contributions
You can take the Victory Bus in EDSA, Pasay City. About 2 hours and 30 minutes going there. The hike is more or less 4 hours back and forth depending on your hike speed. Maybe, you will be there a day to appreciate the place.
ankyfire
Shanghai, China579 contributions
Hi! How to get there from Manila? And how long is the hike? What time would I be back in Manila afterwards?
drjoyd
Boston, Massachusetts, United States21 contributions
Hello
We are checking this out. Which tour operator did you use?
mannyvillarba
Manila, Philippines29 contributions
We organized our own group but you can contact Capas ATV Adventures in Capas, Tarlac, Philippines to arrange your trip. Thanks.
Jacicito
Surrey, England1 contribution
Hi there, we would like to bring our own 4X4 car and driver to Pinatubo. What is the LATEST we can arrive, to go up? We are seeing many 3am departures from Manila but we'd prefer not to do this...
Please let us know!
Jonnabelle
Pampanga Province, Philippines
How will we able to travel if we were from the Rama International Beach Resort? Are there any bus going to mt. Pinatubo? Thank you.
Mount Pinatubo (Botolan) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Pinatubo
- Mount Pinatubo is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- We recommend booking Mount Pinatubo tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Mount Pinatubo tours on Tripadvisor
- Attractions near Mount Pinatubo:
- (9.87 mi) Aqua Planet
- (4.59 mi) Miyamit Falls
- (7.71 mi) ATV Petrohead