Thursday, January 6, 2011

Hidden Beauty



Mt Pinatubo - Pampanga, Tarlac, Zambales, Philippines

Nikon D40 - 18-15mm (ND8 Filter) @18mm - f/10.0, 1/100, ISO 200.

The lake is described as "a wide jewel of blue and green" and is now a popular bush walking destination, mostly frequented by mountaineers and adventure-seekers. Until a few years ago, a trip to the summit involved either days of hiking or hours of 4-wheel vehicle travel followed by a 2-hour hard hike. Eventually, a trail called the Skyway was made that allows 4 wheel drive vehicles a shorter route to a drop off point to trek to the crater. The skyway shortened the route to a 1.4-hour ride and a 45-minute to an hour's trek. The best time to visit the lake is during the dry season, from November to May.