Mt Victoria Trek | 4 Days

Mt. Victoria lies in the Victoria-Anepahan Range and within the political jurisdiction of Narra municipality. It is an Endemic Bird Area and an Important Bird Area  as well.

Visit one of the most scenic mountains in Palawan and the 2nd highest ay 1,726meters-above-sea-level. It is home to a unique array of biodiversity including the recently discovered Attenborough’s pitcher-plant (Nephentis attenboroughii) that can be found only on the highest elevation of this mountain range.

Experience a unique diversity of lifeforms from birds, mammals and herps. The different habitats includes lowland dipterocarp forest, riverine ecosystem, mossy to ultramafic slopes are quite interesting and well-preserved.

The terrain of Mt. Victoria is diverse and a challenge to any mountain trekker, yet exciting and promises a lot of surprises; the trek involves several river crossings; land trails are mostly steep and would oftentimes involve bouldering.

Mt. Victoria has great biodiversity nourished by its streams, rivers, waterfalls, and even lagoons located almost at the top of the range; destinations waiting to be explored include Atong Peak, and Sultan Peak, the Teeth, and countless other nameless peaks of the Victoria Range.

The rewards are overwhelming. Aside from the rare and unique flora and fauna, the summit affords views of South China Sea, Sulu Sea, and the neighboring peaks and mountains.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: NARRA – TREK TO RIVER CAMP

Day 2: TREK TO HIGH CAMP

Day 3: MOUNT VICTORIA SUMMIT

Day 4: DESCEND – NARRA

Recommended things to bring along: 

• While hiking in the rain forest you are likely to encounter rain, so bring along a light rain jacket and heavy duty waterproof backpack and wear quick-drying clothes and waterproof hiking shoes
• We provide you with a tent to sleep in, along with a yoga mat to sleep on. To make your tent more comfortable for the night, we suggest bringing along your own sleeping bag that will provide more warmth. Although Palawan is a tropical island, the night-time temperatures can drop below 17°C-62°F.
• Personal medications – There are a lot of mosquitos in the jungle of Palawan. Don’t underestimate them, as they are the most deadly animal in the world. Diseases transmitted by mosquitoes include: malaria, dengue, filariasis and Japanese encephalitis. It is extremely important to take antimalarial tablets and use an effective insect repellent containing 25-50% DEET to clothing and any exposed skin to avoid mosquito bites.
• Long pants, sweaters, and socks as it gets cold at night
• A hiking pole may be useful when descending the mountain as it reduces the impact on your legs, knees, ankles, and feet, and is good for balance, especially on steep slippery terrain.
• Flip-flops
• Packaged snacks
• Drinking water

Best time to go

The best time to climb Mount Victoria is during the dry season from October to May.