The Taal Volcano is the smallest active volcano in the world.

Taal Volcano and Lake are wholly located in the province of Batangas. The northern half of

Volcano Island falls under the jurisdiction of the lake shore town of Talisay, and the southern

half to San Nicolas.

Taal Volcano is a complex volcano located 50 kilometers from Manila, the capital of the Philippines.

Once upon a time, the Taal Volcano was a large volcano, in fact was one of the largest volcanoes in

the world, towering 18,000 feet up in the sky. Now, it is the world’s smallest active volcano, only about

700 meters high.

Since 1572, the volcano has 33 recorded eruptions, the most devastating eruption occurred in the

year 1911. The most recent volcanic activity happened in 1977, although the volcano has remained

quiet since. It is still not safe, for signs of increased activity appeared in 1991, 1992, 1994, and most

recently, in June of 2009.

When you visit Taal Volcano, make sure to bring water, hats and plenty of sun screen lotion.

Wear light clothes for it can get very hot, it being located in a tropical country. It is most

recommended you get a head start early in the morning. You can either take a hike or ride on

horseback to go up the ridge and see the beautiful Crater Lake.

Main Crater of Taal Volcano

The locals are friendly. You do not have to worry about communication, most of them speak good Basic English.