PINATUBO TOUR PACKAGES-PHP 1600-2050/PERSON-STARTING RATE-ALL IN-NO HIDDEN CHARGES

EXPLORE PINATUBO AT AFFORDABLE TOUR PACKAGES WITH OR WITHOUT ROUND TRIP MANILA/SUBIC/CLARK/TARLAC TRANSFER 

Pinatubo trekking is open all year round even during Rainy season. Trekking during rainy season is weather dependent. 

Please note that ONLY THE FIRST 400 guests  [ with Tour Reservation/4x4 Jeep Reservation among accredited Pinatubo Organizers ] will be allowed to trek Pinatubo per day during the PEAK SEASON of 3rd week October to June. Those who have no reservation and arranged tour with accredited organizers can still come BUT will be put on a wait lists/chance passenger if there will be any 4×4 jeep left for them to use.

*** SHORT TREK- defined as how far the 4×4 jeep can reach a certain area nearest to the base of the Pinatubo. It is not a 30 minutes trek or hike as many had assumed. Short trek can only be determined once at the LIPIT/GMA Area already if the trails are passable for the 4×4 jeep.

*** LONG TREK- defined as 2-2.5 hours hike excluding the 1.5 hours 4×4 jeep bumpy ride. The hike depends on the pacin of the guest and includes all the stop over for picture taking and rest along the way.

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REGISTRATION-INQUIRY FORM : CLICK HERE

MT PINATUBO TOUR PACKAGES-ANY DAY TOUR RATES [ JANUARY 2020 ]

BASIC INCLUSIONS :
4x4 jeep-maximum of 5 guests
Local Trail guide per jeep
ALL Tourism Fees of LGU Capas
ALL Tourism Fees of LGU Botolan
Tourists Assistance Fee of Local Operators



NOTE :
* NO AGE RESTRICTIONS VIA CAPAS TARLAC
* OPEN EVEN DURING RAINY SEASON EXCEPT WHEN THERE IS BAD WEATHER/STORM SIGNAL IN THE AREA
* 60 years old and above- bring medical certificate/travel health insurance

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OPTION 1 :MT PINATUBO PRIVATE & SHARED TOUR

 

NO VAN TRANSFER PACKAGE

 

VIA CAPAS TARLAC

 

STARTING FROM SANTA JULIANA,CAPAS

 

REGULAR TOUR RATES-ANY DAY TOUR

*SHARED-JOINED-TOUR- MERGED WITH OTHER GROUPS
*PRIVATE-EXCLUSIVE-ONLY OWN GROUP IN THE 4X4 JEEP

NO VAN TRANSFER RATES :

NOTE : Packed lunch-water=chicken with rice



If more than 15 persons. Example 17 persons : Get total of 15 persons + total of 2 persons



* CONTACT US FOR BIGGER GROUP  @ mtpinatubotour_bognothomestay@yahoo.com

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INSTANT BOOKING USING CREDIT CARD

YOU MAY CHOOSE YOUR OWN GROUP HEADCOUNT RATE AND PAY VIA DEBIT/CREDIT CARD. CREDIT CARD CHARGES + TAXES MAY APPLY  WHEN USING CREDIT CARD WHICH THE GUESTS WILL SHOULDER. MINIMUM RESERVATION DEPOSIT IS PHP 700/PERSON USING CREDIT CARD OR FULL PAYMENT.  COPY AND PASTE LINK TO YOUR BROWSER OR CLICK THE LINK : https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=UUW2P6685UE72

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OPTION 2 :MT PINATUBO WITH VAN TRANSFER-ANY DAY TOUR

 

VIA CAPAS TARLAC

 

STARTING FROM MANILA OR SUBIC AND ANGELES/CLARK OR TARLAC CITY

 

REGULAR TOUR RATES-ANY DAY TOUR

WITH VAN TRANSFER-ROUNDTRIP RATES :

 

* CONTACT US FOR BIGGER GROUP  @ mtpinatubotour_bognothomestay@yahoo.com

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INSTANT BOOKING USING CREDIT CARD

YOU MAY CHOOSE YOUR OWN GROUP HEADCOUNT RATE AND PAY VIA DEBIT/CREDIT CARD. CREDIT CARD CHARGES + TAXES MAY APPLY  WHEN USING CREDIT CARD WHICH THE GUESTS WILL SHOULDER. MINIMUM RESERVATION DEPOSIT IS PHP 1,000/PERSON USING CREDIT CARD OR FULL PAYMENT.  COPY AND PASTE LINK TO YOUR BROWSER OR CLICK THE LINK : https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=UUW2P6685UE72

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ACCOMPLISH REGISTRATION-INQUIRY FORM BEFORE CALLING OR SENDING US A MESSAGE

 

SMS-VIBER-WHATSAPP : +639186021943 ( smart )


SMS/CALL : +639287582782

PINATUBO TOUR VIA BOTOLAN ZAMBALES ROUTE

We do not operate during rainy season ( MAY -NOVEMBER )

VIA BOTOLAN, ZAMBALES ROUTE :

longer travel time
selected age groups-Not allowed 10 years old below and senior citizens
5-20 persons per vehicle
NOT OPEN DURING RAINY SEASON
Booking Must be Made 7 days before the WEEKEND-HOLIDAY TARGET RATE
No SHORT NOTICE BOOKING OF LESS THAN 7 DAYS 
ALL IN, NO HIDDEN CHARGES
SHARED 4X4 OR OPEN TRUCK LOGISTICS
SHARED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
ALL TOURISM FEES/PERMITS-LGU BOTOLAN TOURISM
Expect LONGER TRAVEL TIME and HIKE- end of tour 6:00 PM
Not for younger kids and elderly
During DRY SEASON ONLY-for safety reason

VIA BOTOLAN ZAMBALES ROUTE-REGULAR PINATUBO TOUR RATES-NO VAN TRANSFER-ANY DAY TOUR

ANY DAY TOUR-PUBLIC SHARED TOUR

CALL TIME JUMP OFF : 5:00 AM

OWN GROUP JOINING RATES

 

Group of 2 persons- VIA BOTOLAN ZAMBALES ROUTE

SHARED-TOUR-PHP 2,950/PERSON TOTAL CASH OUT-NO MEAL-No Van Transfer

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Group of 3 persons-VIA BOTOLAN ZAMBALES ROUTE

SHARED TOUR-PHP 2220/PERSON TOTAL CASH OUT-NO MEAL-No Van Transfer

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Group of 4 persons-VIA BOTOLAN ZAMBALES ROUTE

SHARED TOUR-PHP 1875/PERSON TOTAL CASH OUT-NO MEAL-No Van Transfer

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Group of 5 AND MORE persons-VIA BOTOLAN ZAMBALES ROUTE

PHP 1650/PERSON TOTAL CASH OUT-NO MEAL-No Van Transfer

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B.PINATUBO ATV RIDE

REGISTRATION-RESERVATION FORM -PINATUBO ATV RIDES. PLEASE ACCOMPLISH HERE.

Choose  ATV Package : 

PACKAGE A: Short Lahar Trail-No Pinatubo Crater Lake Viewing : All IN- Unit + Tourism Fees/DOT Fees.

150 cc unit

A.Php 1800  + 200 Tourism Fees for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 1800 + 100 Tourism Fee FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

FX or side by side rider unit

A.Php 2100  + 200 Tourism Fees for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 2100 + 100 Tourism Fee FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

Tour Description :

-this can last for 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes driving along the Pinatubo Lahar Trail.

Time of Schedule : Please specify ( 6:00- 3:00 PM only )

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PACKAGE B : Tambo Lake Trail-No Pinatubo Crater Lake Viewing : All IN- Unit + Tourism Fees/DOT Fees.

150 cc unit

A.Php 3500  + 200 Tourism Fees for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 2500 + 100 Tourism Fee FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

FX or side by side rider unit

A.Php 4500  + 200 Tourism Fees for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 4500 + 100 Tourism Fee FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

Tour Description :

-this can last for 2 hours to 2 hours and 30 minutes driving along the Pinatubo Lahar Trail going up to Tambo Lake. Tambo Lake was formed as a result of Mt. Pinatubo eruption which was originally an agricultural area. 

Time of Schedule : Please specify ( 6:00- 3:00 PM only )

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PACKAGE C: Combo Trail-No Pinatubo Crater Lake Viewing : SHORT TRAIL + TAMBO LAKE TRAIL + LAHAR CANYONS- All IN- Unit + Tourism Fees/DOT Fees.

150 cc unit

A.Php 4500  + 200 Tourism Fees for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 3500 + 100 Tourism Fee FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

FX or side by side rider unit

A.Php 5500  + 200 Tourism Fees for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 5500 + 100 Tourism Fee FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

Tour Description :

-this can last for 4-5 hours which involves  driving along the Pinatubo Lahar Trail going to Lahar Canyons then going to Tambo Lake trail. Tambo Lake was formed as a result of Mt. Pinatubo eruption which was originally an agricultural area. People going to Tambo Lake can do some swimming depending on the condition of the lake.

Time of Schedule : Please specify ( 6:00 & 12:00 PM only )

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PACKAGE D: Pinatubo Crater Trail And Hike-With Pinatubo Crater Lake Viewing : All IN- Unit + Tourism Fees/DOT Fees.

150 cc unit

A.Php 13400 for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 11700 FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

FX or side by side rider unit

A.Php 14400 for 2 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

B.Php 13700 FOR 1 using one unit-No Van Transfer Pick up/Drop

Tour Description :

-this activity involves driving the ATV units by yourselves guided by either ATV marshal for about 20 kms to the base camp of Mt. Pinatubo which can last for 2 hours depending on your driving or pacing. You will need to park the ATV unit at the base camp of the 4×4 jeeps parking area if you want to hike the Pinatubo Crater which will last for about 2 hours depending on your pacing.

Time of Schedule : Please specify ( 6:00- 6:30 AM DEPARTURE  only, ENDS at 2-3:00 PM )

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PLEASE READ : ATV ACTIVITY

RULES AND REGULATIONS : DIRT BIKES AND MOTORBIKES/ATV RIDES-PINATUBO OFFROAD LAHAR TRAIL DO’S AND DON’T’S

-ALL MUST BE PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS

-PROPER ATTIRE IS REQUIRED

-WEAR YOUR HELMET, BONNET AND DUST MASK

-WEAR RUBBER SHOES AND SOCKS  WHILE DRIVING [ ATV RIDES ]

-OPEN FOOTWEAR ARE BETTER IN THE HIKE PROPER DUE TO RIVER CROSSING/ROCKY AREAS [ PINATUBO TREK ]

-ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST FOLLOW THE TRAIL USED BY THE TRAIL MASTER OR 4X4 JEEP ASSIST OR GUIDE

-WEAR YOUR HELMET

-NO RACING, NO OVERTAKING

-NO STANDING, SHOW OFFS OR EXHIBITION

-NO ONE WILL BE ALLOWED TO ENTER AND DRIVE/RIDE WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS

-MAINTAIN A SINGLE LINE ALONG THE TRAILS WITH A DISTANCE OF 4-5 METERS

-PRESENCE OF MIND WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING

-DON’T BE TOO AGGRESSIVE IN PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR

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How to get to Mount Pinatubo ?

If you have no arranged overnight accommodation a day before your TREK, leave Manila at 3:00 AM, Baguio ( 1:00 AM ), Dagupan ( 2:00 AM ). You  will be arriving in Capas at 5:00 - 5:30 AM.

Coming from Manila : Leave at 3:00 AM

Go to any bus terminal ( Victory Liner, Five Star, Genesis, Solid North etc. ) in Manila ( Cubao, Pasay, Caloocan ) going North Luzon like Baguio, Urdaneta, Dagupan, Tarlac, Vigan etc. as long they are going to these provinces. Fare from Manila to Capas is Php 170/pax. Take your bus tickets up to Capas only.Then get a Tricycle ride infront of McDonald's Capas who are waiting once you get down the bus [tricycle fare Php 300 good for 1-3 persons ) Php 600-700 roundtrip Capas to Sta.Juliana Pinatubo Jump-off ].

Coming from Any Part of North Luzon :

Take any bus bound to Manila with NO VIA SCTEX sign. Get your tickets up to Capas only. Travel time is 2 to 2.5 hours.

Get off the bus infront of McDonald's Capas ( around 5:00 to 5:30 AM ).Take the tricycle from Capas to Sta.Juliana,Capas. The tricycle drivers can assist you just mention my name SONIA BOGNOT and the driver will bring you to us.


ALL OUR PACKAGES will have Complimentary meals, no need to drop by Mcdonald's for. We all meet at the jump-off point in Sta. Juliana, Capas ( 5:30 to 6:00 AM )including those who arrived via private transportation for briefing and registration. ALL our groups must depart between 6:00-7:30 AM during PEAK SEASON or earlier when there is a MILITARY EXERCISE in the area.


What to BRING during the TREK?

• Sun block or sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Hat/Cap/Turban
• Band-aid and betadine( in case of laceration )
• Personal Medicines, muscle relaxant and meloxicam-  to supress body or muscle pain after the trek
• Mosquito repellants lotion-optional
• Extra Snacks-optional, we provide like snacks to all
• Water ( 1 liter )-optional, we will provide to all
• Swim wear- 2013 SWIMMING NOT ALLOWED AT THE CRATER
• Towel,toiletries
• Extra clothes
• Cameras with extra battery
• Umbrella,raincoat,tent-optional
• Walking stick-optional, to aid you while crossing river streams
• Extra pair of slippers
• Wear comfortable clothes and r trek shoes with straps or non-slippery and durable slippers
• Socks to prevent cuts and  blisters
• Garbage bag- bring down your trash with you
• Carrier- if a child is trekking with you
• BRING OWN BALLPEN for the registration
• Face mask
• Masking tape-in case your shoes will get damaged

5:00 AM - 6:00 AM Registration Time (PEAK SEASON AND BALIKATAN MILITARY EXERCISES )
5:30 AM - 6:30 AM Registration Time ( OFF SEASON : July to October )

All Mount Pinatubo Trekkers both local and foreign nationality MUST register before they can start the trek at the REGISTRATION SITE at the Local Tourism Office in Santa Juliana, Capas, Tarlac. To avoid the rush in the morning, it is well recommended that you make your tour arrangement with a local operator or coordinator. Most of our guests/groups are registered before 7:00 AM. All arrangement and registrations are well taken care of before your arrival at the jump off area in Sta. Juliana. Better arrive early to ensure that you can trek for the day because of the cut-off time ( unpredictable during Military Exercises in the area). Most local operators are more updated with the latest information and announcement of the local tourism office especially when there will be a military exercise in the area and actual weather and road conditions going Pinatubo. During such an event, the cut-off time for registration is STRICTLY at 6:00-6:30 AM or even earlier. If you arrived late because you were not informed by your coordinator, you have to take the trekking the next following morning. Only the 1st 400 guests will be allowed to trek or climb Pinatubo daily. Those who have NO RESERVATIONS will be put on a wait list. Priority are those guests who have made their reservation earlier. It is therefore risky to take chances during peak season without reservation and just go straight at the jump off area. Don't waste your travel time, make sure you have necessary reservation before your target trek schedule.


6:00 AM Early Pinatubo Deaprture

After registration and securing all the necessary trek permits, a 4 x4 wheeler jeep will be provided to you. The Driver and the assigned local trail guide will assist you throughout your trekking. The 4 x 4 ride will be an hour drive to the trek point or Drop point.

You will be crossing the O'Donnell River along Crow Valley, the military exercise site. Trekkers will not be allowed to cross this site while military exercise is being conducted. Also, during heavy rain, trekking most of the time is being cancelled. The O'Donnell River is "huge" which is the catch-basin of all the water coming from the mountains.

Along the way, you will witness some provincial life actvities. You may ask the driver to stop for you to take some pictures.

7:30 AM Estimated Time to Arrive at the DROP POINT-LIPIT AREA/GMA AREA

If the SKYWAY is available when you have your trekking, you will pass by the AETA VILLAGE.You may want to share some of your food with them. They will appreciate it. Some of them are even selling handmade native necklaces for souveneirs. The SKYWAY will be your TREK POINT or where you will start to walk for another 2 hours to the DROP POINT area at the foot of Mount Pinatubo.....NO LONGER AVAILABLE TO DATE.


LONG TREK - hike for 2-2.5 hours depending on your pacing along ROCKY AREA AND RIVER STREAMS

SKYWAY IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AND PASSABLE. YOU WILL TREK THE RIVER STREAMS.

Based on my experience wearing comfortable shoes ( crocs, flip flops ), preferably open trek shoes with straps are much better when crossing the river streams. Whereas, when wearing sneakers, though comfortable when trekking the lahar/dry area, once you reached the wet area, it is a waste of time and hassle removing your rubber shoes just to get rid of the sand inside as not to cause blisters. But you may wear your footwear which you think best for you.

This is another lahar area which you have to trek after crossing rocky river streams. This is almost near the DROP POINT area at the foot of Mount Pinatubo.

Take a break. Eat your snacks and relax. 

Along the Lahar Area you will be surrounded with Lahar-formed mountains or Huge Lahar Canyons. They are very beautiful and changes shape whenever it rains.

TARA!!!! Finally at the DROP POINT area, you will have another 20-30 minutes trek going up the Crater Lake. So, your TREK going up starts HERE. Which age do you belong? The trek going up will depend upon your age.

What???? Another river stream? Patience is a Virtue.

Few meters more ............

9:00-9:30AM Estimated Time to Arrive at the Crater

WELCOME to the MAJESTIC CRATER OF MOUNT PINATUBO !

Reminders : Trek down before 10:30 AM if you want to arrive back at the jump-off point between 1:00-2:00 PM. If you trek down before 12nn you will be back at the jump-off point after 2:00 PM onwards. Trekking down is faster and less time.

Take souveneir pictures as much as you want.

No need to Photo Shop these pictures. The Pinatubo Crater is so BEAUTIFUL !!!

You can do sunbathing too.

Take a swim or dip at the Crater Lake. If you are not a swimmer, just take a DIP at the side because the Crater Lake is very deep.= 2013 swimming is NOT ALLOWED.


Other Activities During Your Mount Pinatubo Trekking

Boating at the Crater Lake Php 300-350/pax with the boat man. Better decide to take boat ride once you are at the Crater.- ...NOT AVAILABLE AS OF JANUARY 2013.

Arrange a group of 16 people above for Overnight Camping  with Airforce personnel to watch over the campers for  Php 3,700 per person...Contact us for details.

Mud bath at the HOT SPRING

At the Spa in Santa Juliana where you can have a massage and other services- NON-OPERATIONAL AS OF OCTOBER 2013