YABAG Mountaineering

13/08/2024

Challenge accepted!

August 11 2024. 1130am Tanzania time.
No words can express the experience and the feelings that Im having today Franco! Started from the moment you ask me a year ago kung " kaya ko ba yan?" And I said yes if you want it.

You don't have any idea, but for me challenge also accepted. Then i planned and started to give you the monitored preparation programs. Madami ka pa reklamo. Gagawin mo naman pala, kahit pang robot ang preparations.

I know it will be tough at your physical state that time. Kala ko impossible. pero kinaya mo.

Congrats franco, 66years old. You did it. And for that challenge I hope I added 5 or more healthy years to your life.
Enjoy it franco!

humabol lang ito sa libro ng buhay mo, you may fade away, but the tales of this adventure will not. And i am proud to share your adventure, your determination and discipline and sacrifes. This will inspire others too.

It is a Dream to plan, A plan to prepare, A preparation to endure the pain and suffering, and a life changing dream to come true.
and now the adventure moments to share. I know your sacrifices on your preparations for this. Isang taon tayong nagkulitan sa pageensayo mo. Hindi ako papayag na masayang dahil sa pagod lang.

This what I've learn to our journey Franco, especially for this environment, Time don't matter to reach your destination, what is important is, you reach your destination. especially during hard times, you'll overcome it, dont quit. No matter how hard, This too shall pass.haha.
The risk are all calculated, kaya salamat din sa pagtiwala.
Disiplina, tyaga, at determination ni Franco the Baranco

-Miguel Mapalad your chairman

In Behalf of YABAG Mountaineering We’re so proud to all of you (and all our climbers) taking on big challenges and reaching their goals as part of their journey.

You all did something most of the trekkers only dream about, you did it while you were fighting the cold, high wind and high altitude health issues, an adventure of a lifetime!

Congratulations for a wonderful expedition! Special thanks to our rockstar local guides, porters, and base camp staff teams for their support - these efforts would not be possible without you!

03/08/2024

Hakuna Matata!
Registration for 2025 Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition is now open!!
August 16 - 26' 2025
7 Summits, Roof of Africa

Dare to take your adventures to another level. Yabag Mountaineering ensures a smooth experience.

Plan! We take care of the rest💪💪
PM for full details

20/07/2024

15/07/2024

"Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is a progress, working together is a success" - Henry Ford

Kili team!

Meet up and preparation hike for Mt Kilimanjaro summit climb this August.
This Preparation is to simulate our Kili summit day, we plan, we practice the kili summit pace. And most importantly, the Team Bonding.
T - Together E - Everyone A - Achieves M - More

We are so excited to be with this team to the summit of the highest peak of Africa.

Akiki trail, Mount Pulag July 6 - 7

12/07/2024

Few spots left for Fall 2024
November 1 - 16 2024 (Fall season)
April 5 - 20 2025 (Spring season)

Some clips of our EBC last spring
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1482429448981227

Our Everest Base Camp trek 2024 Season is coming up so quickly and we can't wait!
Slots are now open on this expedition and would love you to join us.
November 1 - 16 2024 (Fall) few slots open
April 5 - 20 2025 (Spring) 10 Slots open

Message us if you're as stoked as we are about to trek this spring.
We are the Pioneering team in the Philippines for leading Filipino groups in the Himalayas, YABAG Mountaineering is also conducting a handpicked design of trainings, planning and preparation programs to our trekkers for multiday High altitude Himalayan treks and Expeditions.

We give the best preparation for participants coming from Philippines from the lowland areas or the sea level to high altitudes.
We personally lead, guide and organize this high altitude treks and mountaineering expeditions in the Himalayas with the help of our local staff in the region. We run this project that specializes in high altitude treks and expeditions that have been tried and proven, altered and perfected from our multiple successful trips in the Himalayas since 2013.

We are also placed to show you not just the stunning scenery of the Himalayas in Nepal, but it’s rich culture too.

Plan! We take care of the rest💪💪

08/07/2024

"Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is a progress, working together is a success" - Henry Ford

Kili team!

Meet up and preparation hike for Mt Kilimanjaro summit climb this August.
This Preparation is to simulate our Kili summit day, we plan, we practice the kili summit pace. And most importantly, the Team Bonding.
T - Together E - Everyone A - Achieves M - More

We are so excited to be with this team to the summit of the highest peak of Africa.

Akiki trail, Mount Pulag July 6 - 7

05/07/2024

Everest in Fall

Majestic view from Nangkartsang peak 5000M.
Second Acclimatization excursion from Dingboche village 4200M.

Our generous acclimatization schedule to our EBC program will greatly increase your opportunity for success.

Autumn 2022

04/07/2024

More lifetime memories made today in Taiwan!

Mt Jade July 1 2024 ascent, The highest peak of Taiwan. They started the day early and enjoyed solitude on the trail to the peak, plus yet another day of amazing weather.

They all did it in a power walk and team effort to make sure everyone gets to the top and down safely. They chose to take one step at a time until they've reached their goal, weak but triumphant.

Congratulations everyone for reaching Mt Jade (Yu shan).

One step at a time, yours will come too sooner or later. You just need to take one step at a time with proper saving, excercise and mindset. You can do it too!

Mt Jade climb July 1'2024

Closing this Yabag Mountaineering's Jade Mountain summer climb 2024

27/06/2024

Next schedule: July 12 14

26/06/2024

Some people want it happen, some wish it would happen, and you all make it happen.

More lifetime memories made today in Lombok, Indonesia!

This morning (June 26, 4:45am) our Jade Mountain (Yu Shan) Trek team made it to the hoghest peak of Taiwan 3,952 meters above sea level, They started the day early and enjoyed solitude on the trail to Peak,, plus yet another day of amazing weather.

Congrats, team!

10/06/2024

31/05/2024

Our Everest Base Camp trek 2024 Season is coming up so quickly and we can't wait!
Slots are now open on this expedition and would love you to join us.
November 1 - 16 2024 (Fall) few slots open
April 5 - 20 2025 (Spring) 10 Slots open

Message us if you're as stoked as we are about to trek this spring.
We are the Pioneering team in the Philippines for leading Filipino groups in the Himalayas, YABAG Mountaineering is also conducting a handpicked design of trainings, planning and preparation programs to our trekkers for multiday High altitude Himalayan treks and Expeditions.

We give the best preparation for participants coming from Philippines from the lowland areas or the sea level to high altitudes.
We personally lead, guide and organize this high altitude treks and mountaineering expeditions in the Himalayas with the help of our local staff in the region. We run this project that specializes in high altitude treks and expeditions that have been tried and proven, altered and perfected from our multiple successful trips in the Himalayas since 2013.

We are also placed to show you not just the stunning scenery of the Himalayas in Nepal, but it’s rich culture too.

Plan! We take care of the rest💪💪

30/05/2024

PCT 1
Next schedule
July 12 - 14

Next Level adventure!
PCT Phase 1 - Dingalan - General Nakar trail
Hike thru coast and hill
River crossing
Unique and World class trail design

29/05/2024

Himalayan 2024 Fall season Adventures are on it's way! Get ready for some action.

Fixed Departures:
November 1 ▪︎ 16 - Everest Base camp trek
November 1 ▪︎ 19 - EBC plus Island Peak climb
November 1 ▪︎ 19 - EBC plus Lobuche peak climb
November 16 ▪︎ 26 - Annapurna Base Camp
Ama Dablam Expedition - **Exclusive

Only few spots left for those who are keen to be part of the team next season.

28/05/2024

Mount Jade (Yushan)
Taiwan's Highest peak
June 22 26' 2024 (FULLY BOOKED)
June 29 July 3 2024 (FULLY BOOKED)

Winter climb
December 14 18' 2024 ( 7 SLOTS AVAILABLE)
February 1 5' 2025 ( 4 SLOTS AVAILABLE)
February 8 12' 2025 (OPEN SLOTS AVAILABLE)

16/05/2024

Looking for your first foray into high altitude mountaineering? Or your first Himalayan summit? Island Peak it is!

At 6159M Beginner friendly peak "In Mountaineering standards" with some great technical training, this is your opportunity to leap frog into the big leagues.

Climb this iconic Himalayan Mountain alongside our Everest summit guides and be treated to some of the best summit views (of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Pumori, Cho Oyu, etc) in the world.
We have our full climbing training program that will take you through all of the technical skills you need to tackle this and other higher Himalayan climbs in preparation, and our generous acclimatization schedule will greatly increase your opportunity for success. These is why all of our Island peak expeditions summited and completed all the way.

Plus, you get to tick the Everest Base Camp trek off your bucket list, perfect for getting those epic Everest hero pics!

DM us for our 19 days program
Island Peak and EBC 19 days
Autumn 2024 (November 1 - 19)

13/05/2024

"Leaders become great not because of their power, but because of their ability to empower others" - John Maxwell

April Adventures, from Nepal, Taiwan to Indonesia and PCT

Thank you and more power Mapalad

Same same but different.
1 month, semsem outfit. :P

12/05/2024

The Pacific Coast Trail 1
Dingalan, Aurora - General Nakar Quezon Trail

Explore the uncharted territory between the coast of Pacific Ocean and the Sierra Madre mountain range. enjoy the
unspoiled beauty of Nature. Rivers, waterfalls and Isolated beaches. Immerse with the local tribe community The
Dumagat.

Our PCT trail have 3 sections, Phase 1 is the Dingalan general Nakar trail 47kms (3 days 2 nights trek, Phase 2 Dingalan Baler trail 92kms (5 days / 4 nights trek) Pct 3 is Real Mauban trail (3 days 2 nights trek)

3 Sections
Pacific Coast Trail 1
Dingalan, Aurora-General nakar, Quezon trail 47kms trail
3Days / 2 Nights
https://www.facebook.com/skywalkerspinas/videos/1551455961905946
Pacific Coast Trail 2
Dingalan, Aurora - Baler, Aurora trail
92Kms
5 Days / 4 Nights
https://www.facebook.com/miguel.mapalad1/videos/320186490134033
Pacific Coast Trail 3
Real - Mauban, Quezon trail
34kms trail
3Days / 2 Nights
https://fb.watch/kx7VvHVsTg/?mibextid=NnVzG8

PCT is short for Pacific Coast trail. a trail between the sierra madre range and the Pacific coast. it is a thru hiking trail.

08/05/2024

Believe you can and you are halfway there.

Remember that the rougher the road, the greater the feeling of accomplishment as you reach the heights of greatness.✨

Our Everest Base Camp trek 2024 Fall and Spring 2025 Season is coming up so quickly and we can't wait!

Slots are now open on this expedition and would love you to join us.
November 1 - 16 2024 (Fall)
April 5 - 20 2025 (Spring)

Message us if you're as stoked as we are about to trek this spring.
We are the Pioneering team in the Philippines for leading Filipino groups in the Himalayas, YABAG Mountaineering is also conducting a handpicked design of trainings, planning and preparation programs to our trekkers for multiday High altitude Himalayan treks and Expeditions.

We give the best preparation for participants coming from Philippines from the lowland areas or the sea level to high altitudes.
We personally lead, guide and organize this high altitude treks and mountaineering expeditions in the Himalayas with the help of our local staff in the region.

We run this project that specializes in high altitude treks and expeditions that have been tried and proven, altered and perfected from our multiple successful trips in the Himalayas since 2013.
We are also placed to show you not just the stunning scenery of the Himalayas in Nepal, but it’s rich culture too.

07/05/2024

Mount Rinjani Summit Climb (3726M) + Bali, Indonesia
5D/4N - April 27 - May 1' 2024
5D/4N - September 18 - 22' 2024
5D/4N - December 1 - 5' 2024

At 3,726 metres above sea level, Mount Rinjani looms large over the entire island of Lombok in Indonesia.

P22,500/pax only
- Opening 10 slots
Includes
- All accommodation for 5 days Itinerary
- All park permits for Mt Rinjani
- Camping gears (Tent, Mats Sleeping bag)
- All meals on trail and purified water
- All land cost transportation on our itinerary
Not included
- Your Airfare to Bali
- others that are not stated above
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrival in Bali, travel to Jump off point
Day 2 - Climb to Base Camp
Day 3 - Summit excursion and trek down, stay in Lombok
Day 4 - Travel to Bali, Side trip in Bali
Day 5 - Travel back to Philippines or extend for side trip
DM us for full details

March 2023 Photos: https://www.facebook.com/yabagmc/videos/1372969609991900

03/05/2024

Everytime we walk to a new path, we create new memory and discover your new favorite path.

Few slots left for May 24 26 schedule.
Dm us to Sign up.

Our favorite and best 3 days adventure ever!
Rock climb, river cross, long hike, forest, wet and wild!

02/05/2024

More lifetime memories made in Lombok, Indonesia!

Morning of April 29 2024 our Mount Rinjani Trek team made it to the peak. They started the day early and enjoyed solitude on the trail to Puncak Rinjani, plus yet another day of amazing weather.

You all deserve commendation for observing the cultural conduct and with real outdoorsman discipline and high team spirit while on trail with us.

Congrats, team!

Enjoy Bali side trip

26/04/2024

Next trip
PCT 1 - May 24 - 26

25/04/2024

Mount Jade (Yushan)
Taiwan's Highest peak
June 22 26' 2024 (FULLY BOOKED)
June 29 July 3 2024 (3 slots open)
Winter climb
December 14 18' 2024 (SLOTS AVAILABLE)
February 1 5' 2025 (SLOTS AVAILABLE)
February 8 12' 2025 (SLOTS AVAILABLE)

24/04/2024

More lifetime memories made today in Taiwan!

Mt Jade April 23 2024 ascent, The highest peak of Taiwan. They started the day early and enjoyed solitude on the trail to the peak.

They all did it in a power walk and team effort to make sure everyone gets to the top and down safely. They chose to take one step at a time until they've reached their goal, weak but triumphant.

Congratulations everyone for reaching Mt Jade (Yu shan).

Mt Jade climb April 23'2024

09/04/2024

John Bulusok makes the summit of island peak 6159M on April 7, at around 8am, Nepal time! His first foray into high altitude mountaineering.

Perfect weather, climbing conditions, and summits are part of the equation for a successful expedition.

John is now en route to lukla in 3 days.

Congratulations for a wonderful expedition! Special thanks to our rockstar Sherpa and base camp staff teams for their support - these efforts would not be possible without you!

Thank you so much for bringing our name proud and lout to the peak!

YABAG Mountaineering creates and fosters a community of outdoorsman prepared to achieve their dreams in the world’s greatest adventure into next level.

06/04/2024

Last push!
Congratulations and thank you!

Adventures make you smarter, feeds your dream and builds your confidence, and most importantly forged new friendship.

EBC and Island peak spring 2024 team

04/04/2024

It's with great excitement and gratitude that we share our Mt Everest Base camp spring 2024 team has successfully reached their goal!

More lifetime memories made today in the Himalayas.

Congratulations everyone on your success.

This morning (April 3 2024) our Everest Base camp Trek spring team made it, They started the day early and enjoyed solitude on the trail to the Base camp, plus yet another day of amazing weather. While John made it today for his 3rd acclimatization hike in kalapatar in preparation for his Island peak climb.

We’re so proud to all of you (and all our climbers) taking on big challenges and reaching their goals as part of their journey.

You all did something most of the trekkers only dream about, you did it while you were fighting the cold, snow storm, high wind and high altitude health issues, an adventure of a lifetime!

Congratulations for a wonderful expedition! Special thanks to our rockstar Sherpa and base camp staff teams for their support - these efforts would not be possible without you!

YABAG Mountaineering creates and fosters a community of outdoorsman prepared to achieve their dreams in the world’s greatest adventure into next level.

03/04/2024

All the way up!
Big day today for the team, the last push going up.

Leaving behind Lobuche Village, the team trudged towards our highest point of our trek to the EBC.

All in high spirit aiming same goals

Goodluck and enjoy!

Mount Nuptse at the background

30/03/2024

Everest trek team Spring 2024

All Set, Ready, Go! The beginning of a beautiful journey.. The beginning of a new level of friendships aiming for the same goals.

On our way high above Namche now.

Follow us as we embark to this once in a lifetime journey.