The Philippines is not only famous for its beaches, but also for its mountains and hills that give travelers the best view of sunrise and sunsets—and, sometimes, a sea of clouds. The best ones, of course, are seen from our highest peaks and hiking destinations, such as Mt. Pulag. If you're looking for a quick drive, the slopes in Rizal Province are also good options. Tara sa Gulod, for one, is a camping spot that's also open for daytrippers hoping to bask in such a majestic view. Day tour is from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a fee of P120 per person.
Tanay Tourist Spot Overlooking a Sea of Clouds
Knowing how much Filipinos love taking photos, Tara sa Gulod has Instagram-worthy backdrops and set-ups in its view decks. There's one with a rattan hammock, another with a square-shaped deck that juts out of the slopes, and another with a heart-shaped arch for couples.
You can go up there as early as 5 a.m. to give you enough time to wait for the beautiful sunrise and possibly a sea of clouds, if the weather permits. Early in the evening, you can also witness the sky changing its colors as the sun sets.
Tara sa Gulod is also open for overnight stays, which requires reservations. Entrance for overnight, from 2 p.m. to 12 p.m. the next day, is P250. If you're pitching a tent, you have to pay an additional P100; while cottages are at P500. They also have rooms ranging from P2,000 to P5,500.
How to Get There
If you're coming from Cubao, you can ride an FX (P40) or jeepney (P36) bound for Cogeo and get off at Cogeo Gate 2 Jollibee. From the jeepney terminal beside the wet market, hop on a jeep (P70) bound for Sampaloc Tanay and get off at Martessem. Enter Mayagay 1 and you can get on a habal-habal from there. Habal-habal ranges from P150/pax to P700 for four.
Tara sa Gulod is along Forest Drive, Barangay Laiban, Tanay, Rizal. Entrance fee is P120. For more information, follow Tara sa Gulod on Facebook.
* This story originally appeared on Spot.ph. Minor edits have been made by the Preview.ph editors.
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