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Taal Volcano Crater via Calauit/Secret Trail
...Taal Volcano Crater via Calauit/Secret Trail
A volcano within a volcano, an island within an island. Confusing! That is the Taal Volcano situated in the middle part of Taal Lake which was formerly the mother volcano. One of the active volcano in the country located in Batangas. It is also known as the smallest and lowest volcano in the world standing 1020 feet above sea level only.
There are 3trails to hike the volcano but only one leads to the crater lake and that is the Calauit Secret Trail located at the southern part of the island, reachable via boat ride for 40 minutes. Passing the panoramic view of Taal Lake on the right and dominated by Mt. Maculot on the left.
A small village is the jump off point. One should register for the groups name. Horses are also available but its quite pricy since the trail is twice far from the normal trail. For hikers, the climb is longer, steeper, dustier and slippery. That is why balancing on the horse is quite hard too.
First half would be with the scorching heat of the sun. Since the trail area is wide open with few grasses and cassave plants only until u reach the view deck. A stunning 360 degree view of the inner crater seeing the "caldera" of the volcano with its Vulcan Point Island in the middle.
From the view deck, the next hike would be cooler though much slippery due to the dust and rock mix up. Tall trees sorrounds the hiking trails til u reach the summit point. The Inner Crater.
Dont expect a steaming and boiling water lake yet. Instead a green and warm lake would invite u for a quick dip which is hard to resist. The inner lake is surrounded by vulcanic rocks of different colors, from black to gray, orange to yellow to red.
The real volcanic action is found few meters away from the lake. An area where a strong scent of sulfur is present, where one can see a steaming hot sulfuric fumes and boiling water that can actually cook an egg and light thunder sounds would be heard. Whoaaah..signs of volcano's activeness.
Trekking the Calauit Secret Trail is a new adventure for people seeking something fun, exciting and new.
TAGAYTAY DAY TOUR
TAGAYTAY DAY TOUR
...TAGAYTAY DAY TOUR
Enjoy the very best of Batangas with our Tagaytay Tour Packages! Our very affordable vacation promos allow you to see the beautiful tourist spots in Tagaytay. We will take you to some of the most famous places in Tagaytay like the Palace in the Sky, the Sky Ranch, the Puzzle Mansion and many more! Relax, have a meal and have your pictures taken in Tagaytay’s picnic grove that lets you view Taal volcano and Taal Lake.
Package Inclusions:
1. Round trip van transportation (Manila-Tagaytay -Manila)
2. Fuel
3. Toll fees
4. Driver’s fee and meals
5. Parking fee
6. Permits and taxes
7. Entrance Fee’s
Top Batangas Tours
$150 Per Day
Taal Lake Trekking Tour
Visit the world’s smallest volcano, Taal Volcano. Located on the edge of a 30 kilometer wide caldera, Tagaytay City is about an hour and half outside of Manila. The volcanic crater was created over 100,000 years ago and the city provides breathtaking panoramic views of Taal Lake. You will enjoy a peaceful picnic on the lake shore before taking quick boat ride to Volcano Island. Riding on horseback along black lava flows, you will reach the spectacular viewpoint overlooking Crater Lake and Vulcan Point.
Taal Volcano Tour Itenerary:
...Read moreVisit the world’s smallest volcano, Taal Volcano. Located on the edge of a 30 kilometer wide caldera, Tagaytay City is about an hour and half outside of Manila. The volcanic crater was created over 100,000 years ago and the city provides breathtaking panoramic views of Taal Lake. You will enjoy a peaceful picnic on the lake shore before taking quick boat ride to Volcano Island. Riding on horseback along black lava flows, you will reach the spectacular viewpoint overlooking Crater Lake and Vulcan Point.
Taal Volcano Tour Itenerary:
Depart Manila at 0830.
Drive through the scenic countryside to the town of Talisay in Batangas. Upon arrival, board motorized outriggers to Taal Volcano Island for 30 minutes.
Assisted by an island coordinator, trek up to a wide expanse of hardened black lava to the rim of the crater and view the awesome moon-like landscape.
Visitors will have a close up view of the caldera from the rim. Return to shoreline resort for a sumptuous lunch and possible swim.
Expected arrival in Manila: 4 pm.
Package Inclusions & Features:
Pick up from hotel
Admissions and tourism fees
Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned vehicle (Manila-Talisay-Manila)
Lunch
Boat Ride fee
Horseback Ride fee
Tagaytay sightseeing and panoramic viewing.
Optional Gratuities
NOTE:
We recommend that you bring a wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen during this tour.
$180 Per Day
Snorkeling and Island Hopping in the Sanctuaries not far from Manila
Including in the trip
Transportation back and forth (hotel to destination vise versa)
Guide fee for tour guiding
Entrance
Fees for the activity
Boat rent for 2-3hours
Rent for facilities like snorkel set,flippers,etc
Excluding in the trip
Food for the whole day trip
Overnight Stay/Accommodation (optional)
*We will fetch and drop you in your hotel and we can give you all the tips you need on how to travel anywhere in the philippines.You'll be guided by 1-2 guides.
...Read moreIncluding in the trip
Transportation back and forth (hotel to destination vise versa)
Guide fee for tour guiding
Entrance
Fees for the activity
Boat rent for 2-3hours
Rent for facilities like snorkel set,flippers,etc
Excluding in the trip
Food for the whole day trip
Overnight Stay/Accommodation (optional)
*We will fetch and drop you in your hotel and we can give you all the tips you need on how to travel anywhere in the philippines.You'll be guided by 1-2 guides.
$80 Per Day
TAAL VOLCANO, BATANGAS PACKAGE
Taal Volcano in Batangas is known to be the smallest volcano in the world. Currently, it is still active but is generally safe for volcano trekking adventure in the Philippines. It is surrounded by Taal Lake (a.k.a Lake Bonbon) thus, many believed that it lies within another volcano and some call it “a volcano inside a volcano”. Interesting as it may seem, Taal Volcano continuously draws a lot of adventurers to its crater as well as sightseers and day travelers....Read more
Taal Volcano in Batangas is known to be the smallest volcano in the world. Currently, it is still active but is generally safe for volcano trekking adventure in the Philippines. It is surrounded by Taal Lake (a.k.a Lake Bonbon) thus, many believed that it lies within another volcano and some call it “a volcano inside a volcano”. Interesting as it may seem, Taal Volcano continuously draws a lot of adventurers to its crater as well as sightseers and day travelers.
The Taal volcano tour is an exciting way of seeing one of the world’s smallest and active volcanos. It starts with a Taal lake tour with you riding an outrigger to cross the pristine waters of the lake surrounded by scenic mountains and volcanoes. After docking on Volcano Island, your Taal volcano trek starts. This easy hike will take you to the ridge of the main crater and reward you with a majestic, sweeping view of the lake inside it. You will bear witness of nature’s raw beauty displayed through its volcanic spectacle. We offer packages with transfer from Manila or trips without transfer if you bring your own car.
Book your day tour now. Explore more.
Package Inclusions:
1. Round trip air-conditioned van transfer (Manila-Talisay-Tagaytay-Manila)
2. Round trip boat ride from Talisay to Volcano Island
3. Taal volcano entrance fee
4. Volcano guide for the trek
5. Side trip to Tagaytay
Trekking tips
1. Check the weather forecast before choosing your booking date.
2. Dress appropriately (read: trekking shorts/pants, loose shirt, sturdy footwear/sandals, cap/hat)
3. Avoid bringing big bags. A small back pack will do the trick.
4. Wear sunscreen.
5. Bring water and some trail food (raisins, nuts, candies, etc).
6. The water in the lake can get rough. Make sure to waterproof your gadgets and to bring change of clothes.