Today is the last full day in Boracay! Make full used of it!
Sadly the mother nature again almost spoilt our plan as it was raining that morning.. however probably god had heard our pray, the rain stopped just in time when we finished our breakfast and ready for another adventure. So without wasted any time we walked out from our house.
At the bottom of the hill, near the beach where we normally waited for Tuk-Tuk to bring us to the main road / White Beach.
There were only 2 Tuk-Tuks available that time, so we let Lina & Fizah with family to take it first. The single ladies (Kayrie, Miss Yar and Me) decided to just walk to the main road.
Having an experience travel by Tuk-Tuk numerous time from Bulabog Beach to White Beach, we already understand a little bit on the area here so we knew which way to use to get to the main road. If you refer map below, there is one way (Bulabog Road) connected Bulabog to the Main Road, so basically we used that one.
Because of the rain early in the morning, the street was flooded in some area. But we really enjoyed the walk as we could get closer with the locals. There was time when a car or small lorry passed by, the water splashed at us and made us wet. Damn!!
The street (small alley) connecting Bulabog Beach to White Beach. Puddles were here and there along the way due to the rain that morning.
Just go straight and you will reach the junction at the main road. There were houses and shops on both sides along this street.
Despite of the flood waited ahead that we had to pass through, Miss Yar could still put on a big smile.
Gigih merentas banjir.
Finally we reached to the end of the street, means we already at the main road. Just cross the main road to get to the White Beach.
i) ATV / Buggy ride
So for the 1st activity today, we decided to do the ATV. Like I mentioned numerous time in previous post, to get the package was not difficult. We just went to the Station 2 and boom... we been surrounded like celebrities by the tour agents to promote their services. We then settled down with one of the agent with a package deal of ATV to Mount Luho at PHP750/person while Zipline we kept in view first.
The guide took us inside the van which brought us to where our starting point for the activity was.
Our van to ATV / Buggy Centre.
Excited... x sabar!
Before we got to ride the ATVs, we were briefed for about 20 minutes on the rules, what we were supposed to do and also the route we will use to Mount Luho.
Map to Mount Luho. As U can see here, Mount Luho is located at the Brgy Bulabog.
Gathered up for the briefing.
After finished with the briefing, it's time to choose our bike. Yeay!!
For couple, Lina & Fizah chose buggy car which could carry 2 people
Single lady, harusla amik ATV.
We then did a few warm up rounds so we could familiarize ourselves on how to use the ATVs. We were taught to accelerate when going uphill then let go when going downhill. It was pretty easy since it does not require clutching, changing gear or what so ever. We just have to control the acceleration on the handle and the break.
Miss Yar posing ala majalah mangga.
Getting ready to move. Owh sorry, Lina masih memanjat kt belakang. Photobomb la plak.
Ok now we were ready.
After the warm up, we then set off. We convoyed in a single line going uphill then downhill with a lot of turns and it was much of fun! I took the lead, but we were actually been escorted by the tour guides. There were 2 guides in a buggy car infront of us which we followed and I also asked one of the guide to take video along our journey there, the other one guide covered us at the back.
We really enjoyed riding past Boracay's countryside and small farms, met the locals with such a breathtaking views.... the only thing is… it would be better if we could race and speed. Hahahahahhaha!
Screenshots from video taken by the guide.
ii) Mount Luho View Point
About 20 mins we then reached our destination at Mount Luho. A bit about Mount Luho, it is a Boracay’s highest peak. Though it is called as such, it is not difficult to climb up to the small open deck where you can get a 360 degrees panoramic view of the island. Mount Luho is definitely a must "visit" place once you're in Boracay.
Arrived.
One more "I took your photo better than you took mine", so I posted Kayrie photo instead of mine.
There were a few flight of stairs to climb before we could reach the top. It was an easy climb (about 2 flight of stairs) before arriving at the observation tower.
Once again, Lina photobomb menonggek kt belakang.
Before going up the observation tower, there's an aviary where they have caged birds, an eagle, a monkey and a huge fruit bat. Not so interesting tho.
Took photo with an owl and errr... dead snake.
We reached to the lookout point. There were up to 3 lookouts and we went to the highest of the three. Truly indeed, the view was so amazing.
Photo each of us except Miss Yar.
The views from the top were pretty good and it gave us great insight into the island, size and layout.
Despite that the picture looks chill and gloomy, it was actually so hot at the top platform which made me sweat badly.
Nevertheless, panas, panas juga... tp bergambar tetap tak ingat dunia.
As ussual, any trip that involved teacher Kayrie, she will never forgot to bring a Malaysian flag. So the same with this trip.
Group photo with Jalur Gemilang. Daniel dah pandai buat thumbs up tanda bagussss....hasil hasutan Aunty Lina.
There was a photographing service up there if you wish to have a photo taken by the professional photographer. The charge was about PHP 100/printed photo so I took 2 photos (1 single photo and 1 group photo). Besides that, I also asked them to take our group photo using my own camera phone.
I enjoyed the view of the island at Mt. Luho overlooking :)
Photo taken by the professional photographer using my phone. I remember she stand on the chair to get this overall view. Nice huh!
One more group photo taken by professional.
Solo pose with Jalur Gemilang.
Another side.
On the observation tower, we were able to view the entire Boracay! The island itself is not very big so we were able to see everything!
Solo pose at another platform. Some of the platforms were made from metals and not very stable.
These were 2 photos that I bought from the photo service.
Had enough of camwhoring at the lookout platform (as I bet you had it enough too looking at my numerous photo I posted it here) so we went down back the stairs.
Group photo before bid goodbye to Mount Luho.
One more.
So that was it, our ATV ride to Mount Luho. It was totally worth the time and deal simply because of it's stunning view of whole of Boracay Island. And for anyone who wants adventure in Boracay then I strongly suggest you try this one!
Nice view of the sea taken on the way of our journey to Mount Luho.
So we drove our ATV back down the hill to the ATV centre. However along the way, we passed by the Zipline place at Bluewater resort. Just looking at the hanging cable and the "swishing" sound when the zipline took flight already made my adrenaline rush. I had told you in earlier post that we kept this activity on hold, undecided either to try or not. So what do you think? Did we proceed to try the zipline? Keep on guessing as I will reveal it in next post ok.
Trip to Boracay, Philippine Fast Link Here
Pre-Journey Tips
Preparation before Trip
Day 0 – The Journey KL to Boracay Island
Day 0 – 1st Night and Emmer Mosa Birthday Party
Day 1 – Island Hopping Starting Point & Crocodile Island
Day 1 – Cliff Jumping at Magic Island
Day 1 – Crystal Cove Island Resort
Day 1 – Luncheon at Puka Beach
Day 1 – 2nd Night at Boracay Island
Day 2 – Fairway, Bluewater & Happy Planet ZIPLINE
Day 2 – Strolling Along White Beach
Day 2 – Last Night, Shopping at D’Talipapa and Paluto Dinner
Boracay Last Day
Boracay 2015 Total Expenses
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