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MonteFrio Resort to mark 6th anniversary

by Gio Tanudtanud
written by Gio Tanudtanud

MONTEFRIO GARDEN Resort will celebrate its six years of highland escape and panoramic views of Mount Apo for the month of July, offering discounts for guests and conducting corporate social responsibility activities.

Luis Enrico Salazar, senior sales and marketing executive, said this year’s anniversary will be more about giving back to the communities that supported MonteFrio’s growth and tourism. Events, such as a tree-planting activity, are scheduled for July 7 and a feeding program for the students of Apolandia Elementary School on July 8.

“We haven’t had a very big CSR (community social responsibility) ever since. We’ve been doing CSR, but most likely just a small CSR. Now we’re shifting onto giving back to the community,” Salazar said during PEP Talks on Friday, June 26.

“We decided to make it different from last year. So most probably the next big events similar to last year will come on the 8th anniversary,” he added.

During the monthly celebration, MonteFrio features a weekday special of 10% discount on all room types, such as Villa, Superior, Barkada, and Family, with inclusions of a complimentary buffet breakfast and swimming pool access.

This also includes discount giveaways on all the food and beverage outlets at the resort, in restaurants and cafes.

MonteFrio’s Philippines’ first Sky Swing with a 100-foot swiveling drop experience, launched last month, will also be highlighted with rates starting at P400 for single and P700 for tandem, which will operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. 

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Montefrio Garden Resort showcases new attractions with ‘April in the Highlands’

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BY ROCHELLE ANN L. UBAUB, ALDRIN JAMES BOHOL & JADE G. GUMBAN/DNSC Interns

MONTEFRIO Garden Resort is positioning itself as a premier summer escape from the intense Davao heat, attracting guests with its cool highland climate and scenic mountain views during the peak season.

At PEP Talks at SM Lanang Premiere, Luis Salazar, senior sales and marketing executive, highlighted the resort’s cool mountain setting, scenic views, and relaxing amenities to attract both local and visiting guests.

Montefrio Garden Resort’s “April in the Highlands” offers new activities to enhance the guest experience, including a unique cable car ride that serves as both a transport feature and a scenic attraction.

“Our main goal is to attract guests and bring them to our properties so they can experience what Montefrio truly has to offer, with the majestic Mount Apo standing as our backdrop,” he said.

The resort also introduced new recreational options such as ATV rides and an arcade or gaming room, making every stay more enjoyable. It also positions itself as a good venue for events, summer workcations, retreats, and intimate highland weddings.

Located in the highlands, the resort features cool air, green surroundings, and a peaceful environment. It offers a relaxing escape from the heat and allows guests to enjoy nature.

“Currently, we are experiencing temperatures of around 19°C. The lowest we have recorded since last year was between 14°C and 16°C. The weather in Montefrio is cold all year round—there’s never a time when it isn’t chilly.”

As Montefrio Garden Resort continues to grow as a top highland destination, it remains committed to offering a refreshing escape from the city heat through its cool climate, scenic views of Mount Apo, and relaxing amenities that define the guest experience.

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DENR XI files charges vs inland resort within Mt. Apo Natural Park 

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas

THE DEPARTMENT of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Davao has filed a complaint against an inland resort located within the Mt. Apo Natural Park in Barangay Coronon, Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur.

DENR XI emphasized that Mt. Apo Natural Park is a protected heritage that must be preserved. 

“Through due process, the agency assures that violators will be held accountable and that environmental justice will be served,” it said.

DENR XI stressed the resort violated Republic Act No. 11038, otherwise known as the Expanded National Integrated Protected Areas System (Expanded NIPAS) Act of 2018.

The complaint was filed before the Office of the Provincial Prosecutor in Digos City, Davao del Sur.

The complaint cited violations of Section 18(o), which prohibits the construction, erection, or maintenance of any structure within a protected area without clearance from the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) and a permit from the DENR. 

DENR XI added that the resort also allegedly violated Section 18(v) by constructing permanent structures within the 40-meter easement from the high-water mark of the Langan River.

“DENR Region XI, the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) of Davao del Sur, and the Mt. Apo Natural Park–Protected Area Management Office (MANP-PAMO) are working closely with the Regional and Provincial State Prosecutors to strengthen cases against violators,” the agency said. 

Six more resorts in the same area are bound to face similar complaints, according to the agency.

The agency said the filing of charges was due to the continued non-compliance of resort operators, who have allegedly ignored notices of violation and cease and desist orders issued by the agency since 2024.

Despite these directives, the operators failed to voluntarily dismantle their illegal structures. 

Photo: DENR XI

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WANDERLUST | Where adventure meets at Mt. Apo’s Backyard

by Ian Ray Garcia
written by Ian Ray Garcia

TUCKED into the misty foothills of Barangay Kapatagan, Digos City, Montefrio Garden Resort is the mountain escape you didn’t know you needed.

Just over an hour from Davao City, it’s the perfect quick getaway for anyone craving adrenaline — or simply lounging with a cup of local coffee in the crisp mountain air, the closest thing to winter you’ll find in the tropics.

We arrived on a cloudy Tuesday with a crew of journalists and creators ready to tick off the resort’s signature feats.

First, Davao Region’s first and only closed-type 400-meter cable car: a smooth, swaying ride that serves up postcard-perfect views of Apo’s summit—serene one minute, heart-in-your-throat the next, especially when the gondola sways gently in the mountain breeze. Then we swapped cables for horsepower on the 45-minute ATV circuit (now officially part of the Department of Tourism XI’s Davao Adventure Challenge).

Revving 400cc quads, we tore through muddy switchbacks and lung-busting inclines, guided all the way—thrilling yet totally beginner-friendly.

For the truly bold, Montefrio also offers guided day hikes to Mt. Apo’s peak (also a DAC activity), with a comfy overnight stay at the resort to recover.

In one whirlwind day, we got mud, heights, epic vistas, and that sweet post-adventure coffee high—all without ever leaving Davao. If you want a quick trip that feels like a real escape, put Montefrio at the very top of your list.

Trust me, Apo’s backyard has never been this much fun.

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