Davao Region · Mindanao
Mt. Hamiguitan
1,620 m above sea level · Davao Oriental · 6.740°N, 126.182°E · effort 7/9
A UNESCO World Heritage range famous for its century-old pygmy "bonsai" forest growing on ultramafic soil, pitcher plants and the tinagong dagat wetland. Strictly regulated, utterly unique.
Access and permits
Before you go
DENR Region 11-attributed report describes a 2025 reopening with PAMO documents and a mandatory guide. Current availability/rates and original notice unverified; historical 2013 July-September season cannot be assumed current.
Arrange with: Local tourism office and protected-area office for the intended approach
Research checked 2026-09-08. Source date: 2025-02-15. Current access and fees must be confirmed before travel.
GMA Regional TV / DENR Region 11 — Trekking activities resume at Mt. Hamiguitan in Davao Oriental
Trails
| Trail | Jump-off | Effort | Technical | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Isidro Trail | Brgy. La Union, San Isidro, Davao Oriental | 7/9 | C | 17.2 km out-and-back | 2-3 days (~6-8 h moving) |
Effort (1-9) is computed from distance, ascent and terrain; technical (A-E) follows the trail class, from a clear path (A) to real climbing (E). Elevations, grades and trail data are indicative - always verify with the LGU / DENR before a climb. Routes come from OpenStreetMap and can be partial or outdated; a mapped line does not prove a safe or open path.
Take Mt. Hamiguitan offline
Bundok ng Pinas keeps a personal climb log, records your track with the screen off, saves this mountain's topographic map for use without signal and shows the same access notes on the trail. No account needed.
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