Day hike Mt. Daraitan from Manila: Tinipak River swim

The mountain sits 739 meters high and you reach the river before the day ends.

A 12-hour day hike from Manila to Mt. Daraitan in Tanay, Rizal, with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup from central Manila, and a swim in Tinipak River. The route crosses sea of clouds views and summits Heart Peak before descending to the river. Moderate fitness required. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike Mount Daraitan and swim

• Pick up from hotel
• Hike Mount Daraitan
• View sea of clouds and peaks
• Reach Heart Peak Summit
• Swim in Tinipak River
• Return to hotel

The experience

Twelve hours covers the full arc: pickup from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita, Malate or Pasay, the drive to the trailhead in eastern Tanay, the hike itself, and the return. The mountain sits 739 meters above sea level and rises from a jump-off point where you can already see the peak before you start climbing. The trail carries a difficulty rating of 4 out of 9 with terrain classified as trail class 1 to 3, which means minor climbing but no technical scrambling.

The route passes through sea of clouds and mountain peaks of the Sierra Madre range on the way to Heart Peak Summit. From there the descent leads to Tinipak River, where you swim before heading back to Manila. An English-speaking guide leads the group through the day. All fees and taxes are included in the price.

Hotel pickup covers Makati, Taguig, Ermita, Malate and Pasay. Pickups from other areas in Manila incur additional charges. The hike demands at least moderate physical fitness and is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy.

What’s included

• All fees and taxes.
• English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup and drop-off from central Manila hotels.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 04:00

Book up to8h before

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Hike Manila

Is this one for you?Pick this if you're ready for a full-day hike with river swimming included. The minor climbing and 12-hour pace suit moderate fitness, and transport from Manila is arranged for you.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the hike to Mt. Daraitan actually take on the mountain itself?

The full day is 12 hours from pickup to drop-off, which includes the drive to the trailhead, the hike, the swim at Tinipak River, and the return journey to Manila.

What is Heart Peak Summit and do we reach it on this hike?

Heart Peak Summit is a named landmark on Mt. Daraitan's route that the hike passes through on the way to the river. It sits along the trail with views of the Sierra Madre peaks.

Is swimming in Tinipak River part of the hike or optional?

The swim in Tinipak River is part of the day's itinerary. You descend to the river after summiting and swim before the return to Manila.

Which Manila hotels are included in the free pickup?

Free pickup covers hotels in Makati, Taguig, Ermita, Malate and Pasay. Hotels outside these areas will incur additional charges.

What fitness level do I need for this hike?

Mt. Daraitan requires at least moderate physical fitness. The trail is rated 4 out of 9 in difficulty with minor climbing and no technical scrambling.