| MOUNT MAJAYJAY (TAYTAY
FALLS)
LOCATION: Laguna Province
ELEVATION: 300-400 meters above sea level
LEVEL: Minor Climb, Level I, Easy
JUMP OFF POINTS: Majayjay, Laguna
INFORMATION:
Taytay Falls was formerly known as Imelda Falls. It was renamed
Taytay Falls since the name of the Barangay which occupies
the place is Barangay Taytay of Majayjay Laguna. The falls
is actually located along the lower slope of Mt. Lukban de
Banahaw at the side of Majayjay Laguna. In fact there is a
trail from Lukban that goes to Majayjay’s Taytay Falls.
Likewise, you can trek to Lucban de Banahaw via Taytay Falls.
Taytay Falls is very convenient to hike. The locals have been
active in developing and protecting this treasure. There are
cemented pathways to the campsite. Canals that redirect the
route of the water is also located along trail where clear
and clean water flows. It is also just a 15-minute walk from
the nearest settlement where you can buy food and supplies.
The campsite is also big which can accommodate around 20 tents.
The falls itself is a series of several basins with the final
big waterfalls flowing to a big catch basin, which is ideal
for swimming. The place also teems with a large variety of
plants and birds.
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