Destination: Taal Volcano - 2

We arrived at Talisay proper some minutes past 8 in the morning. It was just another ordinary day for the townfolks here but for us, it would be an adventure that will last a lifetime.



After meeting our contact (Len) and parking the car, she led us to the nearby shore where a boat was waiting for us. The weather was great and there was no sign of rain that day. It was indeed a perfect day for all of us.



We made no haste and we board the boat right away. As expected, the boat was equipped with life jackets in case accidents will happen (we always pray for a safe travel).



Travel time was under 20 minutes. It is always a smooth sailing ride when you travel by water in the morning but during the afternoon, you'll begin experiencing the waves - even in lakes.



While in water, I had a glimpsed of the other side of the volcano (the dead one). I thought this was the part that we were supposed to climb. This part is the visible view in Tagaytay proper and you'll often times see it in postcards or souvenir items. But it was not the main attraction.

Destination: Taal Volcano - 1

Before the end of the semester, we had been discussing on how to spend our sem break. And the very day when we settled all our work related requirements, we agreed to spend a day in Tagaytay and the Taal Volcano.

I am excited about this adventure because I've been waiting for this moment - to visit the crater of Taal Volcano. Whenever I am in Tagaytay, I could only see the volcano from a distance and it would be an experience of a lifetime to actually set foot on this volcano.



We converged in UST at around 6 in the morning. Raul came first. I followed afterwards. Mike was the third one to arrive. The couple Leo and Leah followed soon. And Raymond was the last one. Raymond is our student and Leo asked him if he can accompany us in this trip and he brought along his car. Many thanks to him because we can hop from one place to another with ease.



Since it was our first time to visit Taal volcano, we took a package tour (PhP1350/head). Anyway, from Tagaytay Rotonda we turned left going to Talisay, Batangas. You'll pass this exit if you're going to Picnic Groove. A word of caution if you are going to take this route. This route is worst than that of Kenon road so you have to drive with much caution all the time. You'll experience a narrow zigzag and dangerous curves and I lost count how many turns are there. And according to our contact, if you are a first timer, the brake of your car will definitely be tested.



And as we hold our breath of our downhill journey, the majestic Taal volcano is a sight to behold. Personally, I am totally captivated by its beauty and I could not help smiling, knowing that it was just a matter of time before I could set foot on this majestic beauty.