Mt. Maculot is an amazing mountain that everyone should try. It is perfect for those people who just started their journey in mountaineering. The new trail is actually simple, no need to worry about the marks because aside from ribbons, you can easily notice the signs in some trees on the trail.
Before ascending, the ambiance in the whole area is really good. The people on the neighborhood were so kind, they greeted us saying magandang umaga po! So, we just replied them by saying hi and hello. The air is not that warm, so it's very advisable to travel enthusiasts. Tricycles are available in every corner of the Barrangay, so it is really accessible.
Among the mountains that I've been to, Mt. Maculot is the only mountain that has a lot of Buko Store (coconut juice vendor) on the trail, so no need to worry about drinks, for only 10 pesos. Each stores are available in every 10 meters, not sure about the exact measurement. The vendors are mostly children especially if it's weekends, I have no idea if it's still covered by labor code, but I think it's okay because selling coconut juice is not that heavy, it's an additional earning for them.
Since Mt. Maculot is just few meters from the shore of the Batangas, so you can expect for fresh air in your journey. The newly opened trail is covered with the trees that give shades to all the climbers. Some parts of the trail is open and you can see how beautiful the whole area of Batangas is, even though you're not yet on the summit. Read more by clicking this link: My Travel Guide