Mt. Palay-Palay National Park is the largest area of lowland forest closest to Manila,as well as the only remaining forest in Cavite. The park hosts several interesting forest-dwelling birds and raptors such as kites and the endemic Philippine Falconet. A good day in the area will enable one to see raptors thermalling near the mountaintops. Its largest non-raptor resident is the rufous hornbill,also endemic to the Philippines. Other large endemic species include the Scale-feathered and Red-crested malkohas. It is also possible to do roadside birdwatching in and around Mt. Palay-Palay,or take a walk inside the trails to get to see the more silent skulkers. Another birdwatching site near the mountain is Caylabne Bay Resort,where one can find Asian Glossy Startlings and Philippine Ducks.

Birdwatching is ideal all year round. There are no local guides in the area,however,tour operators offering birding to the site will readily provide guides. There are no fees to access Mt. Palay-Palay. The Caylabne Bay Resort,however,has a Php 750 entrance fee.
Birdwatching is not the only thing to do in the area. Being located near a resort facility,one can do various water sports such as jet-skiing and kayaking. Trekking is also possible in the low-level but challenging peak called Pico de Loro,or Parrot's Beak.

Getting there:
The best way to reach the birding site in Mt. Palay-Palay is by private or rented vehicle. Take the road going to Ternate,Cavite then head towards Caylabne Bay Resort. Take the fork leading to the newly constructed road to Nasugbu,  Batangas. Travel time from Manila is about 1 and a half to 2 hours.