A few months ago, we hiked at Mount Sipit Ulang. We had a great time and an exciting experience reaching its incredible claw-like rock formations. We didn't have a chance to go to a waterfalls nearby because its already getting late.
So this time, along with our friends, we went back to Sipit Ulang and managed to go to the seven layered falls named Payaran. This falls is a favorite side trip destination for those who went hiking on Mounts Sipit Ulang and Ayaas. Surely hikers will enjoy a plunge on its cold relaxing water right after a thrilling hike.
So this time, along with our friends, we went back to Sipit Ulang and managed to go to the seven layered falls named Payaran. This falls is a favorite side trip destination for those who went hiking on Mounts Sipit Ulang and Ayaas. Surely hikers will enjoy a plunge on its cold relaxing water right after a thrilling hike.
Payaran Falls is also located at barangay Mascap in Rodriguez (formerly Montalban), Rizal. From Sta. Lucia East Mall where our group assembled, we rode a jeepney going to Montalban and we were dropped off at the Total gas station in San Rafael. From there, we rode a tricycle going to the barangay hall of Mascap - the jump-off point. All in all, it only took us more than an hour to reach our destination.
We registered our group and gave a courtesy call at the barangay hall and paid a 50 peso environmental fee. We also met our friendly local guides Kuya Roland and Kuya Ado. After a few preparations, we head on to Sipit Ulang.
Hours past as we enjoyed our whole Sipit Ulang adventure. Everyone enjoyed the trek with lots of rock scrambling, spelunking and rock climbing. We went back to the main road in the middle of the afternoon and took a short rest at a sari-sari store.
Our energy is restored and our excitement has pumped up as we start the trek going to Payaran Falls.
We walked through a wide paved road and crossed a bridge going to a rough road. Friendly locals, particularly kids greeted us with hellos and good afternoons as we went along.
We continued our trek crossing more bridges and walking through unpaved roads. A few minutes more and we passed through a grassy trail then crossed a shallow river. Then we ascend to a forest until we arrived at the falls. It took us an hour to reach it.
It was dry season during our trek so we expected the falls not to be as thick as it should be. But the sound of the falling water relaxed our senses. I was also rejuvenated as I wash my face with the cold water from the stream. The beautiful forest that surrounds the place plus the sound of the birds really is astonishing.
We head on to the upper part to see the other layer of the falls. Some of us looked for a spot around the shady forest to take a rest. A few minutes more, we reached the top layer. It is the tallest falls among others. There we met other groups who enjoyed bathing and relaxing around the falls.
We head on to the upper part to see the other layer of the falls. Some of us looked for a spot around the shady forest to take a rest. A few minutes more, we reached the top layer. It is the tallest falls among others. There we met other groups who enjoyed bathing and relaxing around the falls.
The basin is very shallow so it is impossible to swim. I spent some time standing in front of the falls and let the water fall on me.
At the right side of the falls is a very steep trail going up. We tried climbing it and found another falls with a wide basin. I jumped into that chest-deep basin and enjoyed its cold water. Then I spent the following minutes enjoying the beauty of nature while swimming from that lovely spot.
At the right side of the falls is a very steep trail going up. We tried climbing it and found another falls with a wide basin. I jumped into that chest-deep basin and enjoyed its cold water. Then I spent the following minutes enjoying the beauty of nature while swimming from that lovely spot.
As I've said earlier, the body of the falls is not as thick as it should be. I think visitors might enjoy this place more during the rainy season. But as for me, just hearing the sound of the flowing water and taking a plunge on its basin is more than enough to relax my body.
I was amazed by the enchanting scenery and the peaceful sound of the falls. But I was bothered by some small pieces of trash that I've seen as I look closer on the surroundings. I tried picking up some that will fit my pocket but there were still more. A lot of tourist will visit this place in the future and I hope the next visitors would be responsible enough to not leave their waste, carry it with them and dispose it properly. Everyone should help maintain the cleanliness of this beautiful waterfalls.
There's nothing much to do in the area aside from swimming, relaxing and taking some pictures and the sun is already setting so we left the place and went back to Mascap barangay hall.
Within an hour, we reach the barangay hall. We had a lot of help from Kuya Roland and Kuya Ado (our local guides) all throughout our whole activity. Having them is all worth it.
As we bid goodbye to the friendly neighborhood of Mascap, I can still feel the vibe of Payaran waterfalls. Its serene surroundings and relaxing sound that revitalized our energy. I encourage the visitors to maintain its cleanliness so the future generation would see its beauty. The beauty of nature as it was in the beginning of time.
I was amazed by the enchanting scenery and the peaceful sound of the falls. But I was bothered by some small pieces of trash that I've seen as I look closer on the surroundings. I tried picking up some that will fit my pocket but there were still more. A lot of tourist will visit this place in the future and I hope the next visitors would be responsible enough to not leave their waste, carry it with them and dispose it properly. Everyone should help maintain the cleanliness of this beautiful waterfalls.
There's nothing much to do in the area aside from swimming, relaxing and taking some pictures and the sun is already setting so we left the place and went back to Mascap barangay hall.
Within an hour, we reach the barangay hall. We had a lot of help from Kuya Roland and Kuya Ado (our local guides) all throughout our whole activity. Having them is all worth it.
As we bid goodbye to the friendly neighborhood of Mascap, I can still feel the vibe of Payaran waterfalls. Its serene surroundings and relaxing sound that revitalized our energy. I encourage the visitors to maintain its cleanliness so the future generation would see its beauty. The beauty of nature as it was in the beginning of time.
Killed Bills
This covered my second hike in Sipit Ulang and Payaran Falls
28.00 - Jeepney fare from Santolan, Pasig to San Rafael, Montalban
37.50 - Tricycle fare from San Rafael to Brgy. Mascap (150 for 4 persons)
50.00 - Environmental Fee
150.00 - Guide Fee (We had 2 guides and gave them 900 each for the whole event)
50.00 - Tricycle fare from Brgy. Mascap to San Rafael (200 for 4 persons because it's already late)
28.00 - Jeepney fare from San Rafael to Santolan
200.00 - Food Budget
Php 543.50 - TOTAL
This covered my second hike in Sipit Ulang and Payaran Falls
28.00 - Jeepney fare from Santolan, Pasig to San Rafael, Montalban
37.50 - Tricycle fare from San Rafael to Brgy. Mascap (150 for 4 persons)
50.00 - Environmental Fee
150.00 - Guide Fee (We had 2 guides and gave them 900 each for the whole event)
50.00 - Tricycle fare from Brgy. Mascap to San Rafael (200 for 4 persons because it's already late)
28.00 - Jeepney fare from San Rafael to Santolan
200.00 - Food Budget
Php 543.50 - TOTAL
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