It was always at the back of my mind to go back to Mt. Talinis. So I did.
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Lake Balinsasayao and Danao: Finding Beauty in Travel Mishaps
My trip to the Twin Lakes Danao and Balinsasayao last year was so unfortunate. It was so unfortunate that it left my friends and I all worn out physically and mentally. I would say that it was one of my most dreaded experiences in Negros. The original plan was to travel to Siquijor that day. It was something that I wanted …
Mount Talinis Diaries: The Twin Falls of Nagabi
The Twin Falls of Nagabi is one of the spots that I was really looking forward to visiting during our 3-day exploration in Mount Talinis. I have thalassophobia and I also don’t know how to swim, but nevertheless, I love going to any waterfalls. The sound of the heavy downpour and the feel of cold water against my bare skin is …
Mount Talinis Diaries: Rancho and Kaipuhan Sulfur River
My friends and I spent three days trekking the verdant slopes of Mount Talinis, so that we can visit all the beautiful spots in the mountain. We followed the Apolong route, which is the second longest trail going to the peak, with a difficulty level that is moderately challenging. The monkeys warming up for the day’s trek. | Lake Nailig …
Mount Talinis Diaries: Trekking the Horns of Negros
Mount Talinis, also known as Cuernos de Negros (Horns of Negros), is the second highest mountain on the island of Negros, and a potentially active stratovolcano. It is one of the mountains in the Philippines with the most challenging trails. Reading all these facts was kind of frightening to me at first. Ever since I’ve ventured into mountain trekking, I …