Facts
- Elevation: 2,462 m (8,077 ft)
- Prominence: 2,447 m
- Ribu category:
Tinggi Sedang - Region:
Luzon - Coordinates: 13.2558, 123.6858
- Rating:
- World Ribus ID: 69506
Bagging It!
Mount Mayon (or Mayon Volcano) is the perfectly conical active stratovolcano of the Bicol Region and the highest point in Albay province.
First scientifically recorded ascents date back to the mid‑19th century (by Scotsmen Paton & Stewart in 1858). Mayon is inherently risky—even a 1996 eruption claimed multiple lives—and remains under constant monitoring by PHIVOLCS and is frequently closed to climbers due to activity. Despite this, it draws climbers, day‑hikers and nature lovers for its scenic beauty and geological drama.
There are two routes up from the east at Lidong (100m). The traditional trail leads via Mayong golf course, AJ’s Mayon Basecamp (250m), Camp 1 (690m) and Camp 2 (1,810m) with summit climbs generally prohibited due to the high risk of eruption and gas exposure. The Lew Lidong trail slightly to the north is similar, with a Camp 1 (650m) and a Camp 2 (1,050m).
Practicalities
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- Getting there: Via Daraga, Legazpi City, and Tabaco.
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- Permits: Register with the Albay Provincial Public Safety and Emergency Management Office (APSEMO).
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- Water sources: Unknown.
Local Average Monthly Rainfall (in Manila) 
Location
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Origins and Meaning
Named after Daragang Magayon (“Beautiful Lady”), a legendary Bicol maiden whose tragic love is said to have formed the volcano. “Mayon” means “beautiful” in Bikolano language. In local mythology, the volcano is associated with the deities Gugurang (who dwells inside Mayon) and Asuang (his rival from Mount Malinao). Eruptions are understood as the expression of divine anger or imbalance within the spirit realm.
Hi everyone—I’m Mayone, the developer of Mayon Volcano — The Living Mountain. Thanks to Dan for inviting me to share it here.
I built the app for people curious about Mayon beyond its familiar silhouette. You can explore an interactive 3D landscape built from elevation data, change the daylight, revisit historical eruption reconstructions and investigate a clearly labelled conceptual interior.
The landscape and expedition introductions are free. An optional, one-time Living Mountain Expedition Pack unlocks the full expeditions. The app is currently in English.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mayon.app
iPhone/iPad: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6794775508
Try it in your browser: https://mayonrajan.com/
It’s an educational experience, rather than live monitoring or a guide to climbing access and safety.
I’d welcome feedback from anyone familiar with Mayon—especially corrections to local details or suggestions for making the experience more useful to volcano enthusiasts.