Photo by Veronica Baker Amores
Thank you for your interest in climbing in Danao! Please review these FAQs before and during your visit.
Please note that we are unable to host climbers in Danao between April and October 2026. If you are interested in visiting November 2026 onward, please continue reading.
How do I get in touch?
Please email danaoclimbing@gmail.com or send us an Instagram message at @danaoclimbing if you are planning a trip and interested in climbing in Danao.
Is Danao accessible right now?
Between April and October, we are not able to host climbers or help you get to the cliff. Please reach out to danaoclimbing@gmail.com or IG @danaoclimbing if you’re interested in planning a future trip.
Please note that due to severe unfixed road damage from the November 2025 floods, it is very difficult to get to Danao on your own. Please don’t try to show up on your own - the Google Maps directions will not work.
What is the climbing season? What about weather?
Compared to other Southeast Asia climbing destinations, climbing in the mountains of Cebu offers lower temperatures and less humidity. Because the cliffs of Danao are north-west facing, they primarily offer shade from the morning into the early afternoon, with some sectors offering all-day shade in the winter months.
The prime climbing months are November through March. It’s not uncommon to climb in pants and a T shirt in December/January/February when the conditions are perfect. We know what you’re thinking: isn’t that the rainy season? Visitors are often surprised to learn that rain in the forecast offers the best climbing conditions—rain means cloud cover, and precipitation is often brief, leaving behind cool, crisp climbing temps.
Where can I stay?
If you are interested in visiting Danao November 2026 onward, please email danaoclimbing@gmail.com or send us an Instagram message at @danaoclimbing. We are happy to share information on where you can stay and availability.
When can I arrive?
If your flight arrives after 6pm, you should stay one night in any of the pension houses, hotels, or hostels in Mactan, Cebu City, or Danao City. We have a 10pm arrival curfew and it takes a few hours to navigate airport customs and the combination of buses, taxis, multicabs, and/or motorbikes you will use to get here. The small mountain community where the climbing is located goes to bed before 10pm. Late arrivals have disturbed neighbors in the past, so we need to be respectful of their wishes. Please air on the side of caution and coordinate your transportation from the city to the climbing area the next morning.
Are there restaurants or grocery stores near the cliff?
There are a few small sari-sari stores within walking distance of the cliff where you can buy fruits, vegetables, eggs, and nonperishable dry and canned goods. It is also possible to find a motorbike ride back down to Danao City to reach larger grocery stores.
Alternatively, if requested a day in advance, meals can be prepared by a local family that lives near the cliff (let Lisa and Heri know if you’d like lunch and/or dinner). Dishes feature fresh local foods, and can be made vegetarian or vegan with prior arrangement. Meals are 250 pesos and are paid in cash.
Any special packing considerations?
A headlamp for getting around at night
Snacks and other non-refrigerated foods (there are water kettles to make oats, tea, ramen, coffee, etc.)
Tupperware to keep your food safe from ants
Please do not bring heavy roller luggage - it can harm our paths and is difficult to bring uphill in the jungle.