Camp Carantes | Solo Camping in BAGUIO

Summary of the Video: Solo Camping in Baguio

Arrival vibe & setup

• The video opens with enjoying Baguio’s cool weather and the campsite atmosphere, including a bonfire.
• The creator mentions bringing an RC crawler and charging two batteries for it.
• The ride/route is described as relaxing because the campsite is only about 10 km away.
  • Navigation is also mentioned as helpful for knowing road curves ahead.

Travel/driving tips (car-related)

• Avoid relying on cruise control in stop-and-go traffic, since it may cancel when the car ahead stops.
• Plans refueling using the car’s fuel range gauge (claiming ~291 km range) so he doesn’t need to refill before reaching the campsite.
• Uses navigation for advance notice of curves to make turns feel less surprising.

Food & cold-weather comfort

• Chooses warm meals/soup, since Baguio feels colder—especially when it’s raining.
• Mentions (or shows) campsite food options and snacks:
  • Sinigang (subtitles are confusing, but the key takeaway is sour soup)
  • Salmon sold nearby (chooses the “biggest one”)
  • Mangoes, black grapes, and other snacks for later
• Notes a practical “camping eating” mindset:
  • Snacks can be hard to buy once you’re already full, but when you’re hungry, it’s worth grabbing more.

Health/comfort notes

• Acknowledges that Baguio’s thinner air affects breathing and energy:
  • More ups/downs and walking can make you out of breath
  • Mentions feeling tired/exhausted after earlier pushing/energy use
• Relies on warm drinks/food and hot soup for comfort.

Campsite logistics

• The campsite terrain is described as up-and-down, making parking difficult:
  • Mentions wheel slipping and needing slow movement/caretaker support.
• Mentions key amenities:
  • CR (comfort room/shower area) with a biday faucet, bucket, and hanger
  • Some areas seem to have lights
  • Free WiFi
  • Free bonfire
  • Power/charging appears to be free for gadget/power-station use (EVs not confirmed)

Cooking highlights (camp cooking)

• The cooking focuses on a salmon-based meal plus soup, using limited outdoor utensils.
• General approach:
  • Fry the fish first to reduce “tang”/odor
  • Sauté aromatics like garlic/ginger
  • Prep vegetables (e.g., onion, tomatoes)
  • Fry another item quickly (subtitles suggest “shanghai”/a fried side)
  • Build the soup/stew:
    • Add liquids and “magic” seasoning (powder/mix mentioned)
    • Reduce heat, cover, then simmer until tomatoes soften
    • Add vegetables including okra
• Eating notes:
  • Soup is described as sour and warm.
  • He adjusts seasoning amounts (mentioning he’s glad he didn’t add all the powder).
  • Even small rice portions can make you feel full.

Night routine & relaxation

• Takes a bath using his own bucket/mug, preferring his own for hygiene certainty.
• Goes to sleep around 12:12 a.m.
• Mentions Baguio’s sleep schedule:
  • You wake when tired rather than by alarm
  • Enjoys quiet sounds and scenery.

Gear & camping tech (lights + power)

• Shows outdoor lighting:
  • Uses Telesin lights (buys multiple)
  • Uses a frame that attaches with magnet + clip
• Mentions gear setup/gifts and how the lights/hooks attach via magnets.
  • Also includes minor troubleshooting around magnet attachment/polarity.

Hammock setup (outdoor rest)

• Sets up a hammock with attachment hardware:
  • Requires securing/tie-down to trees
  • Mentions a pocket for gadgets and converting it into a blanket by opening fabric sections.

Post-lunch downtime

• After lunch, he plays with a PSP:
  • Charges it while playing using a mini power station (Blue T Elite 10)
  • Mentions a joystick workaround (fixing directional input by sticking a pad)
• Later, he sets up/plays with the RC crawler:
  • Remote uses four AA batteries
  • Crawls slowly, tests sand and rocks
  • Talks about engine brake/traction control, turning traction control off during a tricky spot

Community & shout-outs

• Reads comments from viewers on previous videos.
• Includes a shout-out to Marniel TV.

Costs, rules, and closing logistics

• Campsite fee mentioned (Camp Carantes):
  • PHP 350 per head
  • PHP 100 for a motorbike
  • Total described as PHP 450
• Notes limited seating and possible CR availability depending on the number of campers.
• Mentions the campsite may close during rainy season, and wet roads can be tough for two-wheel drive vehicles.
• Checkout timing for his flight:
  • Needs to be at the terminal around 3 hours early
  • Mentions Terminal 3 and departure near 2:00 a.m.
• Ends with a return drive/packing and plans to upload/finish videos while in Vietnam.

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Notable locations, products, and people mentioned

Locations

• Baguio City
• “Cannon Road”
• Camp Carantes (campsite)
• Marina Arcade (Mabalacat City)
• TX (car navigation / fuel-stop time context)
• Terminal 3 (airport)
• Vietnam (trip mentioned for uploading)

Products / gear / brands

• Telesin lights
• Mini power station Blue T Elite 10
• PSP
• RC crawler (Bankish Age 10 Optic mentioned)
• Hammock from Shed Culture
• “Mocha” aroma mentioned (coffee context)

People (within the video)

• Viewers whose comments are read (e.g., Eil Robledo, Joan Gallardo, Ann Gaville, Leonardo Sales)
• Marniel TV (shout-out)