Top most famous mountain in the

world
Mount Fuji
 Height: 3,776 meters (12,388 feet)
 Location: Japan
Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan and is located on the island
of Honshū and it’s the second-highest volcano in Asia. It’s an active composite
volcano and erupted for the last time in 1707 and 1708.

Mont Blanc
 Height: 4,808 meters (15,774 feet)
 Location: France
Mont Blanc literally translates to the “White Mountain” and is the tallest
mountain in Western Europe. It’s located in the Alps mountain range and the
Mont Blanc Massif is a popular tourist destination, known for outdoor
activities like hiking, climbing, trail running, and winter sports like skiing, and
snowboarding.

Kilimanjaro
 Height: 5,895 meters (19,341 feet)
 Location: Tanzania
Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano located in Tanzania in the east of
Africa. It consists of three volcanic cones named Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. It’s
the highest mountain in Africa and the highest single-standing
mountain in the world, reaching a height of 4,900 meters
(16,100 feet) above the plateau it stands on.

K2
 Height: 8,611 meters (28,251 feet)
  Location: China, Pakistan, also claimed by India
The K2 Mountain is the second-highest mountain in the world and is
located on the border of China and Pakistan. Its nickname is the “Savage
Mountain” as it was called that way by an American climber in 1953. He
added that it’s a mountain “that tries to kill you.” It holds the sad record of
being the deadliest of the highest mountains in the world, killing 1 person
for every 4 that reach the summit.

Mount Kenya
 Height: 5,199 meters (17,057 feet)
 Location: Kenya
Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest
mountain in Africa and is located about 150 kilometers (90 miles) to the
north-northeast of the capital Nairobi. Mount Kenya is a composite volcano
and is the source of the name of the Republic of Kenya.

Mount Elbrus
 Height: 5,642 meters (18,510 feet)
 Location: Russia
Mount Elbrus is a dormant volcano located in the Caucasus mountain
range in southern Russia. It is the highest mountain in Europe and consists
of two peaks which both are dormant volcano domes.

Eiger
 Height: 3,967 meters (13,015 feet)
 Location: Switzerland
The Eiger is one of the most prominent peaks of the Swiss Alps and overlooks
the villages of Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. The summit of the mountain
can only be reached by experienced climbers and a railway tunnel runs
through the mountain to bring tourists to a location that offers amazing
views.

Mount Logan
  Height: 5,959 meters (19,551 feet)
 Location: Canada
Mount Logan is located within Kluane National Park Reserve and is
the second-highest peak in northern Canada. It was named after William
Edmond Logan, a Canadian geologist and founder of the Geological Survey
of Canada. It’s still rising in height because of tectonic activity

Mount Kailash
 Height: 6,638 meters (21,778 feet)
 Location: China
Mount Kailash is located in the Kailash Range and is the highest peak in it. It’s
part of the Trans-Himalaya in the Ngari Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region,
China. It’s located next to some of the most important lakes in the world, Lake
Manasarovar and Lake Rakshastal, which are the source of the
Indus, Sutlej, Brahmaputra, and Karnali, a tributary of the Ganges in India.

Chimborazo
 Height: 6,263 meters (20,548 feet)
 Location: Ecuador
Chimborazo is an inactive volcano located in the Cordillera
Occidental range of the Andes Mountains. The mountain’s summit is the
farthest point on the Earth’s surface from the Earth’s center, which technically
makes it the highest point on the entire planet.

Pico de Orizaba
 Height: 5,636 meters (18,491 feet)
 Location: Mexico
The Pico de Orizaba is another composite volcano and the highest mountain
in Mexico. It’s also the third-highest mountain in North America. The
volcano is dormant at the moment but there’s still a possibility of it erupting,
something which happened for the last time in the 19th century.

Mount Everest
  Height: 8,848 meters (29,029 feet)
 Location: Nepal, China
Mount Everest is located on the border of China and Nepal and is the
highest mountain peak in the world. It’s named after Sir Georges Everest, a
British surveyor, and Geographer. It’s a popular mountain to climb for
experienced climbers, even though it’s considered to be easier than some
other high peaks.

Mount Ararat
 Height: 5,137 meters (16,854 feet)
 Location: Turkey
Mount Ararat is a dormant compound volcano located in the east of
Turkey. it has a little brother and both mountains are referred to as
the Greater Ararat and the Little Ararat. The mountain is described in the
Bible as the resting place of Noah’s Ark. It’s considered to be a sacred
mountain in Armenia. It overlooks its capital, Yerevan.

Mount Kosciuszko
 Height: 2,228 meters (7,310 feet)
 Location: Australia
Mount Kosciuszko is the highest mountain in mainland Australia and is located on
the Main Range of the Snowy Mountains in Kosciuszko National Park in New South Wales
in the east of Australia. It was named after Polish-Lithuanian freedom
fighter General Tadeusz Kościuszko because the mountain resembles the Kościuszko
Mound in Kraków, Poland.

Ben Nevis
 Height: 1,345 meters (4,413 feet)
 Location: Scotland
Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the British Isles and is located in
the Shire of Inverness, a historical county in Scotland. The summit of the
mountain is the symbol of the Scottish Highlands and the area is a popular
tourist destination with an estimated 100,000 visitors each year.

Mount Rainier
  Height: 4,392 meters (14,411 feet)
 Location: United States
Mount Rainier is an active composite volcano located 59 miles (95 km) south-southeast
of Seattle on the West Coast of the United States. It’s located in the Cascade Mountain
Range and is the highest peak in the state of Washington. It’s considered to be the most
dangerous volcano in the world and is a constant risk for about 80,000 people living in the
area.

Mauna Kea
 Height: 4,207.3 meters (13,803 feet)
 Location: Hawaii, United States
Mauna Kea is a dormant volcano and the tallest peak in the state of Hawaii.
Most of the volcano is actually located underwater and if the mountain is
measured from its underwater base, it’s actually the tallest mountain in the
world at a height of 10,200 meters (33,500 feet).

Mount Cook
 Height: 3,724 meters (12,218 feet)
 Location: New Zeland
Mount Cook is also known as “Aoraki” and is the highest mountain in New
Zealand, located in the Southern Alps mountain range of the country,
located on the South Island. It consists of 3 summits and is a popular
destination for experienced climbers.

Mount Olympus
 Height: 2,917 meters (9,570 feet)
 Location: Greece
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece and is located in the Olympus Range
on the border between Thessaly and Macedonia. The mountain is famous as it was a
prominent feature of Greek Mythology, more specifically the home of the Greek gods, who
lived on Mytikas peak.

Matterhorn
 Height: 4,478 meters (14,692 feet)
 Location: Switzerland, Italy
The Matterhorn is located on the border of Switzerland and Italy and is one
of the highest mountains of the Alps mountain range. It consists of 4 steep
faces that are aligned with the four compass points. It’s one of the most
dangerous mountains to climb in Europe as hundreds of people have died
trying to reach the summit.

Aconcagua
 Height: 6,960.8 meters (22,837 feet)
 Location: Argentina
Aconcagua is a mountain located in the Principal Cordillera of the Andes mountain
range. It’s both the highest peak in the Americas and the highest peak outside of Asia. This
makes it one of the “Seven Summits” of the seven continents, a reference to the highest
peaks on each continent.

Kanchenjunga
 Height: 8,586 meters (28,169 feet)
 Location: Nepal, India
The Kangchenjunga is the third-highest mountain in the world and is located on the
border of Nepal and India in a part of the Himalayas called “Kangchenjunga Himal.”
Remarkably, until 1852 its summit was assumed to be the highest mountain in the
world. No climber has ever reached the summit in honor of a promise given to the Chogyal,
the former monarchs in the region.

Denali
Height: 6,190 meters (20,310 feet)
 Location: United States
The Denali, of which its former official name was “Mount McKinley,” is
the highest mountain in North America. It’s located in the Alaska Range, a
mountain range in the interior of the U.S. State of Alaska. It is the
centerpiece of the Denali National Park and Preserves.
FAMOUS MOUNTAINS IN THE PHILIPPINES

MT. PULAG

Location: Benguet, Ifugao

Elevation: 2,930 meters (9,613 feet)

Take the challenge as you climb the third-highest mountain in the Philippines and
the highest in Luzon, Mount Pulag. It is one of the most popular mountains to
climb. It’s popular even for people who are not really into hiking. And the reason for
that is the ‘Sea of Clouds’. Imagine hiking through the medium to difficult trails that
will give you the reward of seeing and walking through the sea of clouds. These
clouds cover the whole Cordilleras. The feeling is very fulfilling! Upon reaching the
summit, you’ll see a lot of vegetation, mossy forests, and open grasslands. Just be
reminded that you need to wear appropriate clothes to fight the weather as the
temperature in the mountains can get zero or even lower.  

MT. HIBOK-HIBOK

Location: Camiguin

Elevation: 1,332 meters (4,370 feet)

Camiguin is known to be the home of 7 volcanoes. And one of those is Mount Hibok-
Hibok, an active volcano but currently no sign of activity. Hiking to Mount Hibok-
Hibok will take you at least 3-4 hours. The trails are pretty challenging. The toughest
one might be the huge altitude gain. So if you’re a beginner, you have to be fully
prepared before you start your hike. 

TAAL VOLCANO

Location: Batangas

Elevation: 311 meters (1,020 feet)

Hiking to Taal Volcano may be one of the easiest hikes in the Philippines. Considered
the smallest active volcano in the world, it’s not surprising that it’s also a popular
hiking destination in the country. The hike is easy but it can get dusty and hot. It is
advisable to start hiking early in the morning. Hiking here won’t require you a guide.
But if you like a more challenging hike, you can choose to do an all-day trek that will
lead you to the Southern Ridge of Taal’s saltwater crater lake. 
MT. PINATUBO

Location: Zambales, Pampanga, Tarlac

Elevation: 1,486 meters (4875 feet)

The eruption of Mount Pinatubo in June 1991, made it the second-largest volcanic
eruption in the 20th century. After the terrifying disaster, its summit was destroyed.
Resulting in it becoming 1,486 meters from its original height of 1,745 meters. Today,
the popular volcano is also a famous mountain for hikers to hike. The turquoise water
lake in the crater is one of the beautiful sceneries that you will see here. You can
either choose to hike or take a 4×4 ride to the top. Whatever you choose, you’ll both
enjoy the adventure and the things that you will see.

MT. MAYON

Location: Bicol

Elevation: 2,463 meters (8081 feet)

One of the most popular active volcanoes in the Philippines. Located in the province
of Bicol, this perfect cone-shaped mountain is also popular for mountaineers and
hikers. However, climbing Mount Mayon is challenging. It usually takes you 2-3 days
of hiking, and you will face some tough trails. The mountain has 2 trails that you can
choose, but both have difficult trails. If you’re planning to climb Mount Mayon, you
don’t need a permit to do that, however, it’s advisable to contact the Department of
Tourism Office in Legazpi. They will be the ones who will connect to PHILVOCS to
check if there’s any volcanic activity for your safety.

MT. APO
Location: Cotabato, Davao Del Sur

Elevation: 2,954 meters (9,692 feet)

Mount Apo is the highest mountain in the Philippines. With a height of 2,954 meters,
it’s also a popular mountain hiking destination. Its name ‘Apo’ means ‘grandfather’
by the Mindanao tribe Bagobo. It is a dormant volcano but climbing it is a challenge
even to those experienced hikers. Mount Apo has 3 summits and a crater that contains
Lake Venado. The climb up to the summit will let you face very steep trails, huge rock
boulders, and thick mossy forests. You can also find sulfur deposits and vents in the
area to remind you that it was once an active volcano. But conquering Mount Apo is
very fulfilling as you’re able to take the challenge of the Philippines ‘ grandfather’s
peak!

MT. KANLAON

Location: Negros

Elevation: 2,465 meters (8,087 feet)

The highest peak in the whole Visayas region. Mount Kanlaon in Negros is one of the
most beautiful active stratovolcanoes in the country. Climbing it, however, is also one
of the most challenging. Upon hiking, you’ll face craters, cones, caves, and sulfuric
vents on the trails. Of course, not only that, but you’ll also see mini forests, gardens,
and hot springs along the way. These beautiful sceneries are rewarding enough for you
to continue your hike. 

MT. DAGULDUL

Location: Batangas

Elevation: 672 meters (2,205 feet)

Mount Daguldul in Batangas might be one of your most memorable hikes. The

mountain has a beach at its foot on which you can swim and relax. The hike is not
difficult but it can be challenging on some parts. There are plenty of stops where you
can take a rest. Not only that, but you can also take a break in one of the streams and
waterfalls on your way up. This means, your hike is already rewarding, what more
when you reach the summit and witness stunning views? 

MT. PICO DE LORO

Location: Cavite

Elevation: 664 meters (2,178 feet)

This is one of the most popular mountains to hike especially for those who are from
Manila. Its name means “parrot’s beak”. Mount Pico de Loro in Cavite is the ideal
mountain for beginners. The trails are not as steep as the other trails. However, as you
reach the summit, you’ll find a monolith that looks like a parrot’s beak. You can climb
the monolith using a rope, it takes courage for someone to do this. Especially, if it’s
your first time. But as soon as you reach the top of it, you’ll be rewarded with 360-
degree stunning views of the area.

MT. MACULOT

Location: Batangas

Elevation: 947 meters (3,107 feet)

Mount Maculot in Batangas is an easy trek that you can even climb up the mountain
and then go back down in one day. A lot of mountaineers list Mount Maculot as part
of their mountain hiking destinations in the Philippines. The not-so-difficult steep and
panoramic views are what to expect when you climb this mountain. Mt.
Maculot has 3 routes namely the Grotto, the summit, and the Rockies. Most
hikers prefer to go through the Rockies which is known for its Taal Lake view. 

MT. DARAITAN
Location: Rizal

Elevation: 600 meters (1,969 feet)

Mount Daraitan in Rizal only stands at 600 meters above sea level. However, this
mountain might be challenging especially for those who are not used to hiking. The
ascent of the mountain may be tough and steep. When you reach the summit, it is
advisable to take another trail that will lead you to the Tinipak River. You can finish
the hike within a day and get to explore the area including caves, springs, and pools.
You can also camp overnight if you want to.

MT. MAKILING

Location: Laguna

Elevation: 1,090 meters (3,576 feet)

Another dormant volcano in the Philippines is located in Laguna. It is said to be

guided by a mythical spirit named Maria Makiling. The mountain is rich in flora and
fauna that continues to thrive today. To climb the mountain, there are several trails to
take, which are all considered easy to medium-difficult. The UP Los Banos trail is the
easiest one. No one needs a guide to hike up as the mountain is safe to climb for as
long as you have communication with the authorities. However, it is not
recommended to climb the mountain during the rainy season as flash floods are
possible. 

MT. BATULAO

Location: Batangas

Elevation: 693 meters (2,274 feet)

If you’re a beginner or you just want some glimpse of tranquility away from the city,
Mt Batulao is the mountain for you. Most trekkers love to take the old to the new trail
to climb the mountain. Going up and down will only take you at least 5 hours
depending on how long you will stay at the summit or other activities that you will do.
The mountain offers fresh winds, spectacular views of Batangas, and rolling slopes.
These are just some of the rewarding views that await you after conquering Mt.
Batulao.

MT. GUITING GUITING

Location: Romblon

Elevation: 2,058 meters (6,752 feet)

If you’re the type of hiker that wants some thrill, you should climb Mount Guiting
Guiting. The difficulty of the climb is considered very hard. The climb up to the
summit involves a lot of rock climbing. You’ll also find nearly vertical and steep
jagged rock peaks called the ‘Knife Edge’. Not only that but since Mount Guiting
Guiting is a biologically-diverse mountain, you might see some wild animals in its
forest along the way. With the mountain’s dangerous terrain, it takes physically fit and
adventurous climbers to reach the summit.

MT. KITANGLAD RANGE

Location: Bukidnon

Elevation: 2,938 meters (9,639 feet)

Mount Kitanglad is an inactive volcano famous for its pineapples. Along the way up
to the summit, you’ll find different unique species of plants and orchids. Also, get the
chance to see virgin jungles and cool animals such as the monkey-eating eagle. The
mountain range contains 5 large mountains. Experienced hikers often take the
challenging trail leading to the highest peak among the 5, Mount Dulang-Dulang.