About Mount Kiyawa
Mount Kiyawa is a mountain in the municipality of Santa Maria, Davao Occidental, in the Davao Region of Mindanao, Philippines. It is recognized locally as a hiking and nature destination with forested slopes, grassy ridges and a summit offering panoramic views of the coastal lowlands, nearby mountains and the Davao Gulf area. The peak is visited for day hikes, photography and nature viewing and is accessed via trails from communities in Santa Maria.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a moderate hike through forested paths and open grassy ridges leading to the summit of Mount Kiyawa. The trail passes through rural and upland scenery with views over Santa Maria, surrounding mountains and the coastline on clear days. At the summit there is an open area suitable for resting, photography and landscape viewing. The environment is natural and largely undeveloped with basic trails and no major built structures.
Key highlights
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Summit with panoramic views over Santa Maria lowlands and coastline
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Forested slopes and open grassy ridges along the trail
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Popular local day-hike and sunrise viewing point
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Photography and nature viewing opportunities
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Rural upland setting near the southern Davao Region coast
Route
| By road | Accessible by road to Santa Maria town proper in Davao Occidental, then by motorcycle (habal-habal) and on foot to the trailhead via local barangay roads |
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| By public transport | Public buses and vans operate from Davao City to Santa Maria and Malita; onward transfer to habal-habal and walking is required to reach the trailhead |