Osmena Peak
Osmena Peak
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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jason t
3 contributions
Apr 2023
Osmeña Peak was a great place and have such amazing view I have Cool ride to this location, calming scene on the road as well. Fun and quick hiking. Additionally, the vista from the top is stunning. It is best to visit there right at sunrise or sunset to get the best images to remember the experience.
Written 2 June 2023
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Danielle
Philippines6 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
At 1013 metres above sea level, it stands as the highest point on the island of Cebu. Osmeña Peak is a great beginners level hike. In around 15 minutes you would already have reached the top of the peak. Despite being the highest peak, it’s not that steep at all and is an easy, beautiful hike. The area has been nicknamed ‘Little Baguio’ for its cooler climate and abundant cabbage and lettuce farms.
Despite climbing and arriving in gloomy weather, the fog cleared up just minutes before we were about to leave. Exposing the peculiar picturesque landscape of the pointy chocolate hills which we used to our advantage and took thousands of photos immediately. Try and time it so you’re there at sunrise or sunset and avoid wet weather.
Kuya Joy, our guide, was such a good sport with taking all our instagrammable pictures and videos. He was like a human drone with all the instructions on how to pose and the video transitions. He also shared to us about how he learned about the peak and being a guide in only 9 years old. He trekked with professional mountaineers by then so they themselves gave him tips and tricks to climbing mountains which he was able to use as he became an official guide of the peak. Message me for his contact details if you’re looking for a trustworthy and helping guide.
Not only that, we were accompanied by Billy. The cutest and sweetest dog, who the locals say was a tour guide in his past life. He climbed with us all the way up and down the peak, and simply rested while we were busy taking pictures. We were told that there used to be a group of girls who climbed and put up tents at the peak years ago, but because of the wind and rain their tent broke down, and because they did not have a guide that time, they were worried they wouldn’t be able to go down safely. Luckily, Billy was there. He was right outside their tent. They spoke to him as if he were human and he understood. Billy was able to lead the girls back to safety and that was just one of the many amazing stories about him.
As you can see, visiting this place is more than just the beautiful peak itself. It’s the people, the community, the sweat and tears you may break, the reminder of how fragile our lives really are, how big the world is, and the experience.
🏷️ ₱50 per person, ₱100 for the required and hired guide. Guides are mandatory.
Despite climbing and arriving in gloomy weather, the fog cleared up just minutes before we were about to leave. Exposing the peculiar picturesque landscape of the pointy chocolate hills which we used to our advantage and took thousands of photos immediately. Try and time it so you’re there at sunrise or sunset and avoid wet weather.
Kuya Joy, our guide, was such a good sport with taking all our instagrammable pictures and videos. He was like a human drone with all the instructions on how to pose and the video transitions. He also shared to us about how he learned about the peak and being a guide in only 9 years old. He trekked with professional mountaineers by then so they themselves gave him tips and tricks to climbing mountains which he was able to use as he became an official guide of the peak. Message me for his contact details if you’re looking for a trustworthy and helping guide.
Not only that, we were accompanied by Billy. The cutest and sweetest dog, who the locals say was a tour guide in his past life. He climbed with us all the way up and down the peak, and simply rested while we were busy taking pictures. We were told that there used to be a group of girls who climbed and put up tents at the peak years ago, but because of the wind and rain their tent broke down, and because they did not have a guide that time, they were worried they wouldn’t be able to go down safely. Luckily, Billy was there. He was right outside their tent. They spoke to him as if he were human and he understood. Billy was able to lead the girls back to safety and that was just one of the many amazing stories about him.
As you can see, visiting this place is more than just the beautiful peak itself. It’s the people, the community, the sweat and tears you may break, the reminder of how fragile our lives really are, how big the world is, and the experience.
🏷️ ₱50 per person, ₱100 for the required and hired guide. Guides are mandatory.
Written 14 May 2023
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Chi_Tiff
7 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
I will say this, if you’re going to go to Osmeña Peak, go just before sunset and bring a small picnic or food with you so that you can stay and enjoy the sunset views. It’s a far drive and the way up is quite bumpy. The hike itself it only about 15-20 minutes and the guide I had was lovely!! I’d definitely visit again, but this time I’d be prepared and make sure it was worth the long drive!!!
Written 22 April 2023
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Athena Gonzales
6 contributions
Apr 2021
I visited this place during the weekend to unwind. It only took me around 20 minutes to reach the peak, yet the fascinating view, along with the cool mountain breeze, paid off and made the hike way more rewarding than I expected. I had a great time relaxing given that the place wasn't that crowded.
Ultimately, the best thing about the place was the locals. The local tour guides were astoundingly kind and hospitable.
Ultimately, the best thing about the place was the locals. The local tour guides were astoundingly kind and hospitable.
Written 19 April 2021
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KhanKluay
DUS1,317 contributions
Jan 2020
After almost an hour bike ride from Badian, where we stayed, the bum hurts a bit. After parking the bikes road side, a steepish but not at all strenuous 30 min hike, climbing to the top, the views all over the island are more than rewarding. Many young and even older Filipino folks were climbing and hiking the peak, too, which is THE landmark of southern Cebu Island. It was an amazing experience, which I would do again and again, next time in Cebu. It is also a great activity for those who are based in Moalboal.
Written 31 December 2020
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Taylor S
5 contributions
Apr 2020 • Couples
Went here a year but the flashbacks of coming here again is enticing indeed.
Chill ride coming here. Relaxing view along the way, too.
Short and fun hiking. And the view on the top is simply breathtaking.
Best to go there just in time for the Sunrise or Sunset to capture the perfect photos to treasure the experience.
Chill ride coming here. Relaxing view along the way, too.
Short and fun hiking. And the view on the top is simply breathtaking.
Best to go there just in time for the Sunrise or Sunset to capture the perfect photos to treasure the experience.
Written 22 April 2020
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Jakub H
Kolin, Czech Republic53 contributions
Dec 2019
Way to Osmena for example from Moalboal (about 2 hours with motorbike). The hike is very short. I hiked up by 15 minutes, but i walked quite fast. If there is goof visibility you will have stunning view. If you want to climb it you have to pay fee, but this fee is ridiculous.
Written 1 March 2020
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R0dent
Phoenix, AZ92 contributions
Feb 2020
Sadly, on the day I visited, there was light rain and fog which obstructed the view. But even with obstruction, there is breathtaking mountainous scenery that isn't usual for the Philippines. The fog made it look like we were hiking up the Himalayas in a scene right out of National Geographic.
To get to the trail head from Cebu City, you should take one of many buses from Cebu's South Bus Terminal to Dalaguete. When alighting after a three hour ride, you can ask a motorcycle driver to take you to the trail head. We were charged P200 per head for the 30 minute round trip bike ride.
At the trail head, you will be solicited to rent a walking stick for P10. You should definitely take it. The hike up and down can be slippery and difficult as the trail is unpaved and poorly defined. You'll be frequently navigating rocks at steep angles. There is a high chance of falling without a walking stick if it's foggy or raining.
At the trail head, it doesn't look like you can walk all the way to the peak. But you can with the trail veering left behind some hills all the way up. You'll just keep going until you reach the top which took us around 30 minutes. Guides will be available for hire at the trail head for P150 who might be useful when taking photos.
The view at sunset might be breathtaking, but the walk down can be treacherous after the sun sets. In the valleys, it gets really dark really quick. We had to use the flashlights in our phones. Had the phones ran out of battery, it'd be near impossible to trek down. Notice the area is sparsely developed which means no medical care if you need it.
To get to the trail head from Cebu City, you should take one of many buses from Cebu's South Bus Terminal to Dalaguete. When alighting after a three hour ride, you can ask a motorcycle driver to take you to the trail head. We were charged P200 per head for the 30 minute round trip bike ride.
At the trail head, you will be solicited to rent a walking stick for P10. You should definitely take it. The hike up and down can be slippery and difficult as the trail is unpaved and poorly defined. You'll be frequently navigating rocks at steep angles. There is a high chance of falling without a walking stick if it's foggy or raining.
At the trail head, it doesn't look like you can walk all the way to the peak. But you can with the trail veering left behind some hills all the way up. You'll just keep going until you reach the top which took us around 30 minutes. Guides will be available for hire at the trail head for P150 who might be useful when taking photos.
The view at sunset might be breathtaking, but the walk down can be treacherous after the sun sets. In the valleys, it gets really dark really quick. We had to use the flashlights in our phones. Had the phones ran out of battery, it'd be near impossible to trek down. Notice the area is sparsely developed which means no medical care if you need it.
Written 28 February 2020
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Faithalicious_x
London, UK625 contributions
Jan 2020
We arrived for sunset on a cloudy day and even though we couldn't see to far the views of the surrounding mountains and the sunset that we could see was rather nice. The hike itself is pretty easy and straightforwards, it takes about 15-20 mins and could be done in flip flops if you really wanted to...we opted for trainers. Entry was 30 pesos, avoid getting a guide - they really aren't necessary at all. We mistakenly thought they were included as part of the ticket only to find at the end of the hike that he was expecting at least 150 pesos.
The only drawback to visiting Osmena is how long the journey is from Moalboal. 90 minutes clinging on the back of a motorbike, over bumpy terrain, up and down hills, and around multiple bends was quite a lot to deal with (at least if you haven't been on a motorbike much). So it would be a personal decision as to whether climbing this peak is worth it, given the 3 hour motorbike travel time. In hindsight, I'm not sure that it is.
The only drawback to visiting Osmena is how long the journey is from Moalboal. 90 minutes clinging on the back of a motorbike, over bumpy terrain, up and down hills, and around multiple bends was quite a lot to deal with (at least if you haven't been on a motorbike much). So it would be a personal decision as to whether climbing this peak is worth it, given the 3 hour motorbike travel time. In hindsight, I'm not sure that it is.
Written 16 February 2020
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Anne.Shirako
Nice, CA1 contribution
Jan 2020
there are 2 ways to get there--hike UP for 3-5 hours through beautiful terrain and mountain farms and villages OR bus to within 1/2 hour of the peak and waltz to the top in flipflops. I recommend the hike--it's tough, but you can do it!
Written 25 January 2020
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Are there hotels to stay at Osmena Peak?
Anne.Shirako
Nice, CA1 contribution
nope.
Hi we’re planning to go to Osmeña Peak soon. However, we’ll be bringing a car to save transpo and we will be going to Kawasan Falls the day after. Do they have a parking space or where can we possible park our vehicle when go camping over night in Osmeña Peak?
Jon N
Singa2,608 contributions
We rode motorcycle there and we can park just near the entrance. It’s free parking but there’s many locals there saying will help you to look after your motorcycle, so it’s up to you to tip them. No sure whether you can camp there though. There’s some farmers staying below.
We're planning to get here with a car(sedan). Where will be the nearest point from the foot of the mountain can we safely leave the car? And what can I look up at waze to get to that point? Thanks!
aprilrosecamalle2018
Cebu City, Philippines
Are there habal habal drivers as early as 4 am?
chris
Cebu City, Philippines213 contributions
I think it is safe to drive from Cebu City all the way to Osmena Peak.
AudreyL
Singapore, Singapore28 contributions
Hi, what’s the difficulty level like for a beginner who has not hiked before?
Ramon Bathan
Pasig, Philippines63 contributions
Rent a stick from the store, for only 10 pesos to aide you in your climb. This will also lessen the strain in your legs and prevents you from slipping.
It took us 18mins with one stop just before the peak.
If you would like to take chances in getting a sunrise shot be there before 5am. We left cebu city around 230 and we arrived just in time for the sunrise.
Safe hiking 👍🏼
estelleng123
Amritsar, India9 contributions
Hi everyone! i'm thinking of visiting Osmena Peak in early August. Anyone knows how's the weather like over there?
Giorgio O
1,418 contributions
August is still quite distant even astronomers can't predict what the weather would be like.
But June to September would certainly be rainy especially in the Northern Luzon area and not as rainy in Cebu. But don't worry as early as last week of July, you can consult Accuweather website to check Dalaguete, Cebu local weather for August.
Cumang
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia2 contributions
Hi guys !
I'm thinking of going solo to Cebu for hiking . Osmena Peak is in my bucket list. It seems that Klook and some other tours offer only minimal 2 pax for any tour. Any other recommended tour that can squeeze me in? Or is it possible to do independent hike tour .Thank you in advance !
stibbyventures
Gloucester, UK124 contributions
When I went there, I did it without tours but once you get to the base of the mountain, they offer tour guides for free. But bear in mind that these tour guides work everyday going up and down the mountain so generous donations.
If you stop at Dalaguete, there are 'habal-habal' drivers that will take you towards the mountain
hello! would like to know if there are available parking spaces near the registration area? thanks!
SherwinJoseph
Luzon, Philippines788 contributions
Hi, Neil! There are parking spaces nearby. But these are temporary spaces. There are side street parking. I suggest you drop off the guests near the registration area. Parking is within 50 meters to 100 meters only.
OSMENA PEAK (Dalaguete) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Osmena Peak
- Osmena Peak is open:
- Sat - Thu 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- We recommend booking Osmena Peak tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 2 Osmena Peak tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Osmena Peak:
- (14.46 km) Magic Island Dive Resort
- (14.53 km) Turtle Bay Dive Resort
- (9.03 km) Badian Island Wellness Resort
- (15.76 km) Cebu Seaview Dive Resort
- (14.26 km) Moalboal Tropics
- Restaurants near Osmena Peak:
- (15.88 km) Kugita Seafood & Charcoal Grill
- (15.95 km) Le Café Francais
- (14.79 km) JG's Grill
- (15.97 km) JAM's Cuisine Restaurant
- (14.24 km) Three Crowns Bistro and Bar
- Attractions near Osmena Peak:
- (8.38 km) Kawasan Canyoneering
- (15.90 km) Cebu Fun Divers
- (7.29 km) Kawasan Falls
- (7.69 km) Kawasan Falls
- (15.60 km) Pescador Island