One of the newest hiking destination in Tanay, Rizal, "Laiban Quatro" refers to the four attractions which includes 3 peaks and a series of waterfalls situated in Laiban, Tanay. It is composed of Ngusong Kabayo (2050 ft) which is the most famous among the peaks, it was named as such because the shape resembles that of a horse's snout, some rock scrambling is required in order to reach the top. Then there is also Lubo Peak (1600 ft), Mt Tangwa (2050 ft) and the 4 majestic waterfalls that are the main highlight of the trail. The waterfalls offer a challenge in itself as some would require clinging to a rope in order to ascend or descend.
Like any mountains in Rizal, the trails are composed of open grassland which is almost identical to Maynoba and Batolusong were both limestone and Karst formation are abundant, but the main highlight of the trail are the waterfalls. In good weather condition there is also a big possibility that one can witness the Sea of Clouds in Laiban. Some portions of the trail have also the presence of the notorious blood-sucking limatiks, thus one is advised to be aware at all times.
How to Get There:
1. From Cubao, ride a jeep bound for Tanay.
2. From Tanay one has to ride a monster jeep in order to reach the jump off point in Sitio Mayagay, Bgy. Sampaloc, Tanay
3. Register in Brgy. Laiban
***The following pictures were shared to me by John Sarco, thus it was based on his pictures and narration that this write-up was made.
