I climbed Mount Baloy: TOUGHEST hike in the Philippines
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ก.ค. 2022
- Mount Baloy is one of those adventures that push you to the edge of your comfort zone. It’s a steep physical challenge, but it’s the arduous conditions that make this one of the most challenging hikes in the Philippines.
We were wet every single moment of the hike except when sleeping, I pulled more than 500 leeches off my body throughout the hike and the undergrowth scratched me up beyond belief. Combine that with 2,800m of incline, multiple river crossings, and rugged terrain and it’s a damn tough adventure for the body and mind. The final layer of difficulty to this hike is receiving a permit, one of the most impractical processes of any trek in the world.
Without Benito, my climb simply wouldn’t have happened for so many reasons. He organized everything, accompanied me to get permits, and food, organized the local guides’ logistics, spoke English, and was one of the most helpful and friendly people I’ve met in the Philippines.
Contact Benito here: / benthehiker
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I really don't understand why Jackson doesn't have more subscribers. This man truly loves and appreciates the natural beauty of the Philippines. Unlike the other vloggers that are clearly just there to get more subscribers. Cheers, Jackson! I love watching your adventures. 🍻
TH-cam just recommended me this video today. Never heard of this channel before. This man is bushwhacking thru the jungle with a smile on his face and leaches all up in his shoe. I'm def subscribing now!
Thanks mate, yea I mostly make these vids as a fun memory ✌🏽
Haha cheers
Yeah! Me too I don't know this vlogger when suddenly appear in my channel I subscribe immediately.
I do agreed with you!! some vlogers they
visit Philipines just to get some subscribers..
My man, that was epic! Congrats. Next challenge: Mt. Apo in 24hours, I did in 2 days so you’ll crush it. Peace bro
Ooh Kuya PinPin in the building! 😊🤙
FINNSNOW in the house!
Yes .. It is FinnSnow who doesn't care to reply to his subscribers .. 🤷♂️
@@mariv6096 you ok mari? first time i see comment like this. I guess better explain so you can be in my shoes. Try reply to 500-2000 plus comments per video, additionally across other platforms would require full time job. Thanks have a great day
Is he another Fighterboy? Fighterboys 4.0!
Cycled from Cebu to Panay Island then climbed one of the toughest hike in ph. What a beast! And the aerial drone shots were 🔥🔥🔥
With every travel vlogger that goes off the beaten path in Philippines, discovering or seeing beautiful places in Philippines just seem to be endless. And it doesn't end when you reach the ocean, because beneath it is more beauty.
You're the only travel vlogger i know, so far, who is capable of showing us these expectacular but mostly unknown places, and unseen on video. So thank you for allowing us to see these, your epic journeys.
Thankyou so much. I appreciate that.
Benito the legend. He also guided Kulas (@BecomingFilipino) weeks ago when he was at Valderrama.
You deserve a million subscribers sir! I am proud Antiqueñio ♥️ God bless sir!
I watched a thousand foreign vlogs and this is very new to me and I diidn't even know it existed in Philippines, great adventure Jackson thanks for sharing it!
Im a flipino but., mt. Baloy?? Whre?? Hahaha
Your adventures in the PH always amazes me. Not for the feint of heart. The bike ride alone could have been its own content. Each stage of the climb could have been a stand alone. Congratulations on reaching the peak.
you definitely deserve more subscribers Jackson!! your videos are absolutely thrilling, drone shots are INCREDIBLE! love your courage to push yourself out of your comfort zone, that's the only place where growth happens 😇🙌 keep up the great work!!!
Thankyou so much!
@@JacksonGroves you're very welcome 🤗👍
This is so epic, well done mate! Congratulations!
I found your blog site as I was searching for a travel blog about Alegria, Cebu and after reading some of your blogs, I can truly say how much you have invested in traveling to those beautiful places and giving in-depth information for some tourists who would like to visit such places. Then I tried to search for your YT channel, and here I am enjoying watching your vlogs!
What an epic location! Amazing adventure! Keep creating Jackson🤟🙏
Just found your channel. A true adventure you are embarking on. Not for ordinary tourists. Those mountain views, so good to the eyes.
Spectacular drone shots! Stunning vegetation, impressive valleys and enchanting falls and rivers. My first foreign vlogger I’ve seen so far mountaineering than island hopping. Thanks for sharing. Well done for hiking!
Underrated vlogger 💞
TRUE!!! He should be known by now , Dept. Of hTourism should support him too the way Becoming Filipino vlog is . They have diffetent platform but this is more difficult.
This content deserves more subscription and support. More power to you Jackson! ❤️😄
This man is a beast! Let's hope he gets more subs for doing these things for us.
Amazing views Sir! Much respect and I pray you get more subscribers as you explore the mountains of this archipelago. Stay safe in the mountains!
Thank you for visiting Antique and for showing how beautiful its mountains. Will recommend your to all of my friends ☺️
Have climbed that 25 years ago… I brought with me a small scissors so everytime a leech attached itself to me, i just cut it with the scissors. I made it a point to check myself every one hundred steps just to get rid of them… your video reminds me of my experienced… i also left a coin in one of those trees as an offering to the gods… there should also be a lake on the summit which we missed because some of our friends were shivering from being wet and cold… one of my grandparents hide there during the war… thanks for the video
Haha that's an interesting approach
This video is a treasure. I enjoyed every second of it! Breathtaking Mount Baloy!
That does look tough, but the footages are beautiful! Thanks for sharing, mate!
definitely your best vlog to date....enjoyed watching it from beginning to end
I'm gonna share this and show to the world how beautiful Antique is.Thank you so much for putting so much effort in this video. 👏
Wow my respect to you. Now I am seeing somebody exploring my province Antique. So epic and so cinematic. AMAZING.
Amazing! What a tough man. I admire you!
I respect this man. The way how he vlog are amazing!
just subscribed. You deserved to be followed. Much respect for documenting my country - The Philippines! Way to go, brother! Hope to see you on the the trail soon!
I follow your journey Philippines since 2016 I didn't think you can come in this place where across the mountain is my hometown. 🥰
Amazing views, wonderful Philippines 💕 God bless ur journey . Enjoy!🌍
The was stunning! Thank you for bringing us there thru this beautiful hike!!🎉🎉🎉🎉
You are great Jack, I love the way you even brought those leeches to the summit... You are so tough, nice to be with you, but only the best way is to follow you...
Respect to you man. Because of that you earned me as a subscriber. Long time subscriber of Finn Snow here. So stoked to see him greet you in the comments and it seems you know each other for a long time
Stunning as always!
This man is literally the bomb!🔥🔥🔥 hope you enjoyed the wonders of our motherland! kudos to your vlogs. 💯👍🏾🍾
Congrats Sir!!! It takes stamina & guts to reach the summit! How I wish I can but my age wont .
And Thank You for showing us areas not so explored but amazingly beautiful and worthy of it, Mount Ibaloy.
I love watching your vlog Jackson! keep it up!
Really thankful that you give us quality content.
wow congrats sir! i admire your toughness reaching the summit! thanks for giving us the quick view, we can be able to prepare for our next hike 😅 great vids sir!
Ok wow that is just incredible and beautiful, even amidst the arduous path!! I had no idea that the Philippines had places like that. Thanks for taking us along on your incredible journey.
I really enjoy the longer episodes. Thx!
Thank you for showing Mt Baloy in your vlog. Amazing place!
all adventure, no drama :) keep em' coming Jackson!
Bless you man on your Great Adventure to our Beautiful Place the Philippines 🇵🇭!!
Wow, watching your video of climbing Mount Baloy was absolutely incredible! Your determination and strength are truly inspiring. The breathtaking views and challenging terrain make it clear why it's known as the toughest hike in the Philippines. You've captured the essence of the adventure beautifully. Keep conquering mountains and sharing your amazing journeys with us!
Great effort! The drone shots were epic!
Sir your drone shots are spectacular👏👏👏 luv it
Hoah! Majestic mountains! Awesome video!
the experience and journey together with the suspense music is spot on. nice editing mate
Underrated channel!
I'm so proud of u, brave , strong, personality. Stay safe bro 🙏🇵🇭😊❤️👍
I like how you made an effort to know and actually pronounce the PH cities/town’s names correctly!
**Tired of people saying “I’m gonna butcher this name for sure” well, gurl you can ask??
Teary eyed while watching this again. Our experience was blessed with sunny day and clearing since we started our climb from camp 1 to summit and back to camp 1. BALOY is really marvelous.
this is the real tough journey....big respect!
Great Journey! When i saw this video, i didn't hesitate to subscribe. Now, i'm a fan! Keep it up!
Hey jackson congrats on conquering mt. baloy. Hope to see you on trails jackson. Take care.
I love watching your videos even before in Red Bull Cliff Jumping in El Nido..Keep it up!💪
Wow you are amazing. Three bloggers I've followed who climbed Mt Apo Finn Snow from Iceland, kulas and Bret the Canadian bloggers, salute to them for their determination. So good luck to you I'll be watching you until the end of your incredible adventure I can't wait to see you reaching the summit.
Congratulation sir and thank you for bringing us to your different kind of adventures in our country the Philippines and sharing it thoughts and insights!
Cheers!
Amazing adventure content for a vlog. That's why I subscribed. Keep on Jackson!
WOW! Everything in this video is just amazing! I cant imagine the challenge you faced during your trek! We climbed Mount Igcuron just 2 weeks ago, and man, it was already a tough challenge, so let alone Mount Baloy! I wish I will be able to muscle through Mount Baloy someday!
I always choke up every time I see how beautiful the landscape is when on the summit.. More power Jackson! Shoutout to your tour guide, he was the guy who made us that tasty native chicken tinola for our lunch during our Igcuron hike. :)
Respect sir! I admire how you travel and explore places such as Islands in the Philippines by yourself. 👊
Thankyou 🙏🏽
Awesome video man! Lovely to see the Philippines through your creativity. Keep on shooting, cheers!
Thankyou!
This guy deserves more Filipino love than he's currently getting. Better content overall than most of the foreign vloggers here in the Philippines.
That looks epic. Can't wait to try this hike next year.
wow Philippines...not only beautiful beaches but also hiking jungles and climbing mountains
That's a hardcore climb bro, amazing!
Immediately subscribed!! Was looking for foreign vloggers in the Philippines who are more of the outdoor and adventurous type, then I came upon your vlog so-- Kudos! 👍
Come and visit the Cordilleras. We have one of the most highest peak at 2,928 MASL! 😊 I am sure y'all gonna enjoy!
This was a great video it's good to see content that lightens the soul on yt
Hello Sir Jackson, I love and appreciate you sharing us your hike journey. I won’t be able to see all this amazingly beautiful remote places in my country. You’re very interesting and exciting to watch. I hope you enjoy more the journey around my country and welcome to Philippines!❤️💕I hope you gain more subscribers to support your travel in our motherland.
Great video! Super nice video, congratulations! Well done!
Jackson -- Your channel was just recommended to me. Wow. I thought eating balut was challenging. Your adventures are epic!
Just like Finn snow and becoming Filipino they are promoting how beautiful Philippines is...keepitup and thank you for visiting Philippines...
Truly a beautiful thing to see!
Wow! I admire your determination and stamina to cycle and hike on one of the toughest mountain in the Philippines. Thank you for sharing us your wonderful and breathtaking journey. Keep safe always.
the views are awesome 👋👋👋
thanks for this video. i love adventure too.
stay safe and enjoy every steps you make.
First I watch your videos and I amaze because thats incredible adventure, thanks for featuring philippines Island. God bless
I want this kind of videos on TH-cam! Subscribed!! And climb more in Philippines!!
Yeah! Thanks Jackson for visiting the beautiful place of Antique Province. Me and my Family greeted you at McDonald's during breakfast break before your journey. Cheers man from this part of the World!🍺⭐
Wow! Thank you and we truly appreciate you for sharing us this beautiful yet very treacherous climb to one of the most enchanting mountains in the P. I. Just subscribed❣️👍👍
Thankyou!
Love that dedication and passion!🔥 Congrats for reaching the summit of Mt. Baloy!👍
Thanks mate
Love watching your video,such a wonderful view of p.i❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇵🇭
wow your brave man so adventureous and physically fit what your doing is so incredible
What a Beautiful Mountain. . . I'm inspired by this video to climb Mt. Baloy one day. . . Cheers
Just subscribed. Hoping to watch more of your Philippine adventures.
What an adventure you had man! Well done! 👏👍🏼🍾🇵🇭
Thanks!
Amazing Mountain view!!👏
Epic video shots!❤️👏
Iron Man Jackson!💪💪💪
Great documentation Sir..We've been there recently via Busog Trail..A real tough trail..
Our beautiful Panay Island! Take care & enjoy! Wow incredible waterfalls in Antique. This mountains separate the Antique & Iloilo Province.
WOW! I’m so glad to have come across this video. I’m now a subscriber. I believe I also saw Benito in a vlog from “Kyle/Kulas becoming Filipino”. 🙌🤙🏼
I stumbled upon this series while searching for cycling vlogs in my city (Toledo) and followed your journey since then. You have a different way of viewing the obstacles that come your way. And you're even smiling while narrating the scenes. You, kind sir, are a madman.
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I really admired you, you are amazing !
This is amazing! I remember climbing mountains in Cebu, Negros, and Bohol in early 2000s. My last mountain climb was 3yrs ago and the trail was comfortable compared to my previous climbs. hahhaha
What an epic vlog. Beautiful!!! Completed the Panay Trilogy last year. For me, Mt.Baloy was the hardest then Mt. Nangtud and Mt. Madia-as. New subscriber here... 😊
Never know this channel before, but man, i can see that you really enjoy climbing mountains and long bike rides. Sharing your passion to world, such is the life to live, cheers man. Ill follow your journey by subbing my dudes
Epic! Thanks for documenting this! But oh the leeches! Savage beauty!
Cheers mate. Was wild
That view is breathtaking!
Damn bro, mad respect for the challenge. You picked such a great place though.
I'm glad to have found your channel. You deserve more subscribers man 😁
Thankyou!
So much respect to you sir for being summitted the toughest among the hardest trails in the Phils. It's legit. Been conquest it also from San Agustin to Busog trails traverse which more difficult than the backtrail that you think. Baloy is a full packaged, everything is unlimited; river crossing, assault, crawl, hanging on the monkey trail and slides in cogon grasses. A must try if you like the most interesting ang exciting adventure.