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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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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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MonteFrio gears up for Davao Adventure Challenge Season 2

by Gio Tanudtanud
written by Gio Tanudtanud

MONTEFRIO Garden Resort revs up for its ATV Rides Adventure activity for new challengers and families as part of this year’s Davao Adventure Challenge.

The resort officially joined the Davao Adventure Challenge for the first time in Season 2, offering two exciting routes of the family-friendly Valley Explorer and the extreme Highland Conqueror for thrill-seekers, where participants will experience a trip to the nearest point to Mount Apo.

Valley Explorer rates start at P700 for the driver and P500 for the backride, while Highland Conqueror rates start at P850. Registrants who want to accept the challenge must take a photo and upload it to the Davao Adventure Challenge app to earn 20 points.

Challengers who will accumulate the most points in their account throughout Season 2 will be awarded by the Department of Tourism XI.

Senior sales and marketing executive Luis Enrico Salazar said MonteFrio only has one entry for Season 2 and hopes to add more activities for the upcoming years and to participate in future seasons.

Davao Adventure Challenge Season 2 will run from Sept 1, 2025, to Aug 31, 2026, and features 28 sites across Davao Region. 11 new sites were introduced, where some sites are appropriate for beginners, families, and kids.

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MonteFrio Garden Resort kicks off retro-themed 5th anniversary

by Gio Tanudtanud
written by Gio Tanudtanud

A VIBRANT festivity of retro vibes from the 70s to the 90s, ‘MonteFrio at Five Years’ brings an unforgettable disco night of fireworks, neon lights, live band performances, and above all, a celebration of the resort’s dedication to providing the best luxurious highland escape experiences over the years.

Guests and fellow tourism partners enjoyed a colorful evening grooving in their retro-themed attires and dancing to the beat of the greatest hits music while enjoying cocktails, karaoke, and a delectable dinner buffet served by MonteFrio’s excellent fine dining.

As part of the anniversary, promos of P999 were introduced that include live acoustic, rave party, photobooths, and games, and prizes along with a ‘Retro Party 5 Peso’ availment of five full tickets priced at P349 per person, with the sixth ticket at P5.

Exclusive promos of room rates for Villa, Superior, Barkada, and Family were also featured, which offer tourists relaxing and breathtaking nature view room accommodations.

For five years, MonteFrio continues to bring a unique dream tourism destination blending nature and luxury comfort, where travelers get to experience a serene vacation stay with the majesty of Mt. Apo. 

Visitors can indulge in its poolside events, a view bar with expertly crafted beverages, RestoNante 1 and 2 for those who savor local and international cuisines, Cafe Frio & Alfresco for freshly brewed coffee and refreshing drinks, KTV Karaoke for fun-filled moments with friends and family, and many more.

The resort began its humble years in 2019, when it started as a simple family resthouse and commenced its operation in 2020 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. MonteFrio continued to expand its progress by building a spa and wellness center, sales and marketing office, gaming station, and pasalubong shop in 2021.

“We are proud to say that MonteFrio is homegrown, rooted in the culture of Davao del Sur, and built by the hands of a passionate team who believed in our vision from day one. This is a Filipino-owned resort, built with a Filipino heart, for Filipino and international guests alike,” CEO Renante Salazar said on July 12 during the anniversary celebration.

In 2024, it opened its first-ever closed cable car with glass floors in Mindanao, and created a satellite office in Davao City in 2025, located in Dacudao Avenue, Poblacion District, for those who book in at the resort without going to Kapatagan, Digos City.

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