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Mt. Pulag Expedition
January 2009

Number of Slots: 12

The Mountain of the Gods, as the wind blows through the dwarf bamboo and grass that covers the bald summit of the mountain and the fog rolls up through the pine forests below, you hear Kabunyan as he and his children play in their mountain home. Running with the cold wind and rising each day with the sun.

The second highest mountain in the Philippines, Mt. Pulag is not only a place where one goes to conquer the mountain but also to commune with the rawness of nature. The travel itself to the bottom of the mountain is a visual feast for both the eye and the spirit. The trek to the summit, much more so that you get lost in all that is pure and free, you forget yourself in all that beauty. And if the trek takes a few hours, it is a few hours of life that you will see in every corner, bubbling brooks, springs, twisted trees, fog, and if you are lucky a deer or a cloud rat hiding in the forest. Pine turns into oak and the oak forest opens up into the grasslands above the clouds, into the dwelling place of Kabunyan and the home of the Gods –Mt. Pulag.

This coming January 2-5 2009, join Cordillera Expeditions on a trip to this magical mountain. We will ensure that you are well prepared for this expedition and come home safely with not only images on your camera but memories to last a life time.

“We designed the Mt. Pulag Expedition for regular Joe’s, so don’t be intimidated that this is the second highest mountain in the Philippines. We allow enough time so we are not rushing up and down the mountain and everyone can just go at their own pace. For photographers this will also mean that they will have all the time they need to capture those amazing images. Plus the members of Cordillera Expeditions will ensure that you are all well prepared for what to expect and will ensure that you come down the mountain safely.”

Cordillera Expeditions

For those interested in joining and inquiries please send us an email at: cordiexpeditions@gmail.com or send us an SMS or give us a call: JP: 09175060622 or Ben: 09203737673 You can also visit our site: http://cordiexpeditions.multiply.com

***In order to ensure that everyone is well prepared for this expedition we would like to request that the deadline for reservations be on December 10, 2008. Early reservations are much appreciated. Please fill out the participant form attached to this email and send it back to us.

Expedition Fee: PhP15000
Reservation fee: 50% of the Expedition Fee (BDO or BPI)

Fee inclusions:

Travel to and from Manila to Baguio
Travel to Mt. Pulag Jump off point in
Guide Fees
Environmental Fees
Entrance Fees
Porter Services (each person will be allotted one porter) **
Tent accommodations
Food for the entire trip
Comprehensive accident insurance (Coverage up to PhP400000)

**additional porters will be at the expense of the individual

For your equipment needs you can avail of 15% discount from our outdoor gear partners:

Hi-tec: They make some superb hiking shoes that can take the conditions that you will experience in Mt. Pulag

Deuter: They make several superb backpacks and sleeping bags perfect for keeping you warm and hauling your gear up the mountain.

Itinerary

Day 1: Departure from Manila (evening)

Day 2: Arrival in Baguio: Breakfast

Travel to Babadak (Camp out in Babadak) Jump off point to Mt. Pulag

Explore Babadak Lake and the surrounding Kalanguya Community –up here you will have your first real taste of high mountain living, with the biting cold of Mt. Pulag to welcome you and your first taste of being above the clouds.

Day 3: Trek to the Grassland through Pine and Mossy forests and walk out into the open fields of the summit area of Mt. Pulag. (4hours)

Camp out in grassland

Time to explore the grassland or the surrounding mossy forest and shoot for the rest of the day, tell stories or just lounge around, eat, and enjoy the scenery.

Day 4: (3am) Sunrise at the Summit of the second highest mountain in the Philippines and experience being above the clouds of the entire island of Luzon

Trek Back to Babadak

Travel Back to Baguio

Dinner in Baguio

Travel Back to Manila

Beginner or intermediate — want to expand your network of digital photography enthusiasts? Nothing beats learning while exploring. And nothing beats such trip in a smaller and more intimate setting.

Learn how to maximize your digital camera while exploring the Callao Caves and Calvaray Hills of Cagayan Valley, Pagudpud’s Cape Bojeador, Bangui Windmills and white beaches, and the famous sights of Laoag. Develop your skills and techniques with photographer Michelle Morelos (www.michellemorelos.com).

Inclusions:

- Transportation
- 4days, 3 nights food and lodging
- Entrance fees
- Insurance during the trip

Again, this is a small class targeting those who are not only in it for the tour but the photography lessons as well.

Limited slots only, first-come, first-served. Maximum 15 participants.

Early bird rate: Php 10000
(limited slots, registration and booking before July 31)

Regular rate: Php 11000

For inquiries, contact Pinoy Nomads at:

E: pinoynomads@gmail.com

M: 0928 323 9450 (Yasmin)
0927 993 5864 (Chin)
0915 999 3624 (Lei)

W: http://pinoynomads.multiply.com