Brutal 'hike' but I want to clarify what others are calling a hike and reaptly call this a straight…read moreCLIMB. This is not a meandering trail goes in different directions which I define as a hike. This is a straight concrete staircase that goes straight up in one line some 750 steps. And in all my climbing experience, climbs that traverse back and forth in a zig zag pattern aka 'switchbacks' are less strenuous on the body and breathing. Going straight up in a one line fashion is the quickest route but it is also the most taxing on your endurance. This trek on Mt Tapyas is definitely the latter. This was part of the 'Town' tour that I took on the first day here as to acquaint my self with the town and its terrain. The guide does warn us that if anybody has asthma or high blood pressure to not try,and just stay in the van. 8 of us started including our guide. Only 4 of us made it to the top as the others stopped at some point and turned back. About half way up due to the heat and humidity I was gassed. If I would have known that it was going to be this involved I would have worn lighter material clothing. I went shirtless from here on out as all my clothes were soaked. Our guide should have told us to bring more water as I only brought a small plastic water bottle. You need much more than that for this. The second half of the climb I found myself stopping more frequently. Like had to stop 4 times on the second half and only once on the first half. Finally got to the top. There's a huge white cross up there made of metal white piping. Supposedly you can see this cross from most places in town proper. There's a 360 view from up there and the special one is overlooking the sea and the neighboring smaller islands. The other side are just grassy hills. Our guide took several photos of us as he knew the vista points and cool angles. And all guides here are super versed in handling phone cameras of all types. The way down is a breeze. Looking at all the sweating faces still trying to go up. I felt their pain. But I didn't want to discourage anyone as once on top there is a feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment that will sweep through your psyche. Mt. Tapyas you kicked my ass, and I ain't mad at ya for it. You made me stronger, so much appreciated.

People like to spend their last day of vacation in different ways: my nieces and nephew wanted to…read morecram as much activity as possible into the remaining time we had, hubby slept in, while my cousin and I woke up early to conquer Mount Tapyas. Mt Tapyas is less than 13 minutes away on foot; but we wanted to conserve our energy for the climb. We paid P30 for a trike to take the two of us from our hotel to the base of the mountain. It took us about an hour to climb the 721 steps to get to the top and then back down, this included multiple stops to rest and take pictures (there are numerous landings and benches along the way). It was a nice climb, most of which was shaded by trees. At the view deck at the top there's no shade, so I wouldn't recommend coming when it's hot. It was a perfect spot to take in the width and breadth of Coron.

Angel, Tinadoy, Ryan, and I'm forgetting the rest of the crew who helped us on the Dennis One on…read more3/3/25. This crew was simply the BEST. Very wholesome, funny, easy-going crew that put our experience above ALL. Please ensure you reciprocate with a review as this helps them out tremendously. Also - if Calamian Islands is reading this, could you please somehow ensure the rest of the unnamed crew gets recognized? They embodied the soul of the Philippines of enjoying life together and its something that brought the entire boat together as a group. The waves were a bit rocky on one of the snorkel spots, and Angel was able to pull 3 of the others along with him. The crew and some of us were making fun of how exhausted he was but its all in good teasing. But that just shows how much care they have for us and each other. This is a very extensive physical journey so please be prepared for that. Bring swimming shoes but you can do the whole thing in slides/slippers. Also, I don't have a good control on my stomach so look to purchase Lomotil for this trip if you can. This is an excursion I will remember for the rest of my life. And its simply the top one I was excited for when visiting Busanga/Coron; and it simply lived beyond those expectations. Imagine a day full of swimming and at the end, you cap it off with a sunset and some turon (Filipino deep fried sweet banana dessert) You know what you like. Adventurous? Do it. Swipe and figure it out later.

Calamianes Expedition Tours is one of the tour sign up places here in Coron Town. Pick a package,…read moresign up, the next morning, show up bright and early at their office. Make sure you're ready for an adventure because you're definitely in for a darn good time. We signed up for their one day, 5 to 6 spots for snorkeling, swimming and a bit of hiking even. Everything that you'll be needing can be rented at their office where everybody first meets at bright and early in the morning. If you don't already have one in hand, you may rent snorkels and or water shoes. Then your they'll take you to the boats where there you meet your crew and your guide. I'd also like to mention our group that day was awesome. We all connected right in the beginning when we all met for free complimentary. Americans, Local Filipinos, Czech, Germans,, all interacting and having a darn good time. Coral Gardens, CYC beach, Twin Cove, Hidden Lagoon then Last but not the least, Kayangan Lake. All of the spots that we went to were very beautiful. The corals were all lively and had tons of colorful fishies swimming around. The CYC beach was really cool as well, swim out from the boat into the beach and enjoy the whole island by yourselves. Twin cove was really nice, our guide says that a Napoleon fish frequents that spot, and if we're lucky we get to see it swimming around. This is where we had our picnic in the boat as well. It was a really nice buffet style lunch, came with bottled water. After lunch we did some diving off the roof of the boat. That was some good fun. Then hidden lagoon to experience some Thermaclimb. Kayangan lake was definitely a fitting end to a wonderful day snorkeling and island hopping. Thank you very much Calamianes Expeditions for a wonderful experience. You really know how to put together a great Coron Snorkeling experience. You guys are definitely one of the best tour experiences here in Coron Town Proper.