The Tamaraw of Mindoro
Due to its remoteness, the Mt. Iglit Tamaraw reservation
is currently not as easily visited by tourist. Despite the
importance of the Tamaraw being nearly extinct, only a few
have endured the muscle pain and being unconnected to the
outside world of mountain climbing for four days.
Although it may take a day and a half to get to the view
site (Magawang), the trek is very interesting. A certified
tourist guide from Sablayan and Mangyans (local tribes
people) act as porters. The wages these Mangyans receive
would help them in their livelihood and encourage them to
preserve the forest they dwell upon.
The feeling of viewing the Tamaraw as they roam freely
among our other animals such as deer and wild boars is most
rewarding. We encourage you to register upon arrival in
Sablyan for us to be able to schedule the trip as we would
like to limit the number of guests at any one time.
The following article is written in
the Filipino language
*Article on Tamaraw and its Conservation
courtesy of Haribon Foundation :
For more information please contact:
Haribon Foundation for the Conservation of
Natural Resources 401-404 Fil-Gracia Tower 140 Kalayaan
Avenue Quezon City 1101 Philippines. Hotline: (632) 9207430
Website: www.haribon.org.ph
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