About Mt. Matutum Protected Landscape
Mt. Matutum is a non-active volcano that stands as an imposing Landmark in south-central Mindanao, Philippines. It straddles three municipalities of South Cotabato (Polomolok, Tupi, Tampakan) and one municipality of Sarangani Province (Malungon). It has a total area of 13,947 hectares and a maximum elevation of 2,286 meters above sea level (masl), with montane-type forest stands. It is home to our indigenous brothers and sisters dominated by the Blaan tribe. The name "Matutum" is believed to have come from the Blaan term "Amyak Maleh" which means "climb" and "plant”.