Osmeña Peak: Dalaguete Stresscapade

Dalaguete, officially the Municipality of Dalaguete is a 1st class municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 67,497 people.^[

Located 84 kilometres (52 mi) south of Cebu City.

Dalaguete is bordered to the north by the town of Argao, to the west are the towns of Badian and Alegria, to the east is the Cebu Strait, and to the south is the town of Alcoy.

Dalaguete offers one of the trails to Cebu’s highest summit, the Osmeña Peak.

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Osmeña Peak  is one of the tourist spots recommended by travelers in planning your bucket list here in Cebu. It is the highest point on the island considering it is standing 1,013 above sea level offering you great sight of nature and sharp protruding peaks. This series of mountains is known for its jagged characteristics with its view overlooking the shore of Badian Bay in the west and the island of Bohol in the east. Also. this summit is perfect for those who are new to more outdoorsy travel and wants to experience trekking at his first level. It is an easy hike considering its not that too steep and after all when you’ll be on top you will be rewarded with fascinating view of our neighboring islands.

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From the summit, this place also offers us a breathtaking view of long shoreline, lush farm lands and a view of the limestone cliffs in resemble of a field like gigantic green Hershey’s Kisses. Seeing the glorious sunshine bathe all that greenery in a light veil of gold reminded me of some of the more famous views like in Iceland or in Norway. The evergreen trees that will be surrounding you can make you feel so much closer to nature.

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How to go to Osmeña Peak ?

• From Cebu City, go to the South Bus Terminal.
• Ride a bus going to Oslob or Bato (fare is about P170+) and ask to be dropped off at the Dalaguete junction. Travel time is roughly 2.5 – 3 hours.
• Hire a motorcycle (habal-habal) going to the wet market in Mantalongon (20 minutes). From there, you can either:
  • Trek from the market to the peak for about 2 plus hours, or
  • Hire another motorcycle going to the peak (30 minutes). Fare is P200 per person (round trip). Walk up the rest of the way for about 15-20 minutes.
• Go back the same way. Most motorcycles wait for you.
• Alternatively, if you’re coming from Badian, you can get to Osmena Peak directly from there by habal-habal. Rate costs P500 per person. Travel time to the base is about 1 hour.
• There’s an option to traverse back to Kawasan Falls in Badian instead of riding a habal-habal back. The hike can take 5-6 hours