KL Hiking

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A lesser-known green spot in Klang Valley which is usually less packed, so we can enjoy a quieter hike. It is relatively short but still has some nice views.

The trail goes through secondary forest, bamboo, and red-soil trails, giving a proper jungle feel despite being near town.

It is generally a very accessible trail with marked paths. 'Stairs' and ropes are in place where they are needed.

Bukit 527 is a scenic, beginner-friendly hill, provided you are familiar with gpx navigation, which still offers a good workout. We follow an anti-clockwise loop of around five kilometres with some up- and downhill stretches.

If it has rained it might be muddy at some places.

Do not underestimate this hike. There are options to take shortcuts for those who are not up to the challenge.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you have a gps navigation app (like ~in alphabetical order~ AllTrails (paid version), Gaia, Hiiker, Komoot, Maps.me, OSMAnd, Wikiloc,...) installed on your phone and make sure that it is working properly. If you don't have an app installed yet, we suggest to use Hiiker to start with. Once you have downloaded the offline map of Malaysia, you can easily import and navigate any gpx file. More info can be found in the Knowledge Base sub Event Information (general) - How to prepare myself for navigation...?

Do not come to the venue if you have not pre-installed a gps navigation app at home, or have not downloaded the map of Malaysia at home, or have not opened the test gpx file at home. Every week, we notice that too many hikers arrive just before the event starts and are absolutely not prepared which is jeopardising the scheduled timing of the event. Especially iPhone users are urged to make sure that they can open the test gpx file at home and are able to navigate.

This is a self-guided hike. You will receive a gpx file at the trailhead and you will have to navigate yourself. There will be no paper markers. For those who are not familiar with gps navigation, you will be guided but still have to use your own navigation app on your phone.

By 12:00 pm the last hikers should have reached the car park again.

Do note that the indicated meet-up time is not the time you should arrive at the meet-up location. It is the time that the hike effectively starts. The QR code for the gpx file can be scanned at the trailhead from 08:15 am onwards. You can start your hike at any time between 08:15 am and 09:00 am. Before or latest by 09:00 am the last participant should have started the hike.

All details can be found in the Knowledge Base.

Also the explanation of the rating can be found in the Knowledge Base sub Event Information (general) - How to understand the rating system...?

It is compulsory that you respect the SOPs in place.

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IMPORTANT: Limited slots available. We accept bookings on a first pay, first serve basis. We need 10 participants for this event, otherwise the event will not take place. In case we don't have 10 participants all paid sums will be refunded. Update 07/01/2026: The event is confirmed.

Semporna enchants us with its crystal-clear turquoise seas, vibrant coral reefs, and dramatic island landscapes that look like postcards come to life.

Surrounded by iconic islands such as Bohey Dulang, it offers a rare blend of hiking and snorkelling spots. It is an ideal destination if you enjoy hiking combined with water adventures.

We will hike a few hills in the area, like Bukit Panchang, Bukit Sarari, Bukit Tanjung Parapat and Wullersdorf Peak. They are all quite easy (to moderate) and relatively short in distance. This time it is not only about the journey, but certainly about the destination as well. You will be rewarded with amazing sea and coastal area views.

The excursions to Bohey Dulang is by boat. We will have a short hike on the island and there will be ample time for snorkelling and island hopping.

A trip to this part of Sabah is not complete without exploring Balung Lost World and the Wullersdorf Peak, known for its crystal formations. The seven kilometres hike will lead us trough a scenic forest with a red-tinted river.

This is a multiple day event without the need to carry a heavy backpack. A day pack will do as luggage can remain in the ho(s)tel in Semporna.

The hikes itself are rated as easy/moderate and certainly suited for 'less experienced' hikers provided you are physically fit.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you have a gps navigation app (like ~in alphabetical order~ AllTrails (paid version), Gaia, Hiiker, Komoot, Maps.me, OSMAnd, Wikiloc,...) installed on your phone and make sure that it is working properly. If you don't have an app installed yet, we suggest to use Hiiker to start with. Once you have downloaded the offline map of Malaysia, you can easily import and navigate any gpx file. More info can be found in the Knowledge Base sub Event Information (general) - How to prepare myself for navigation...?

Do not come to the venue if you have not pre-installed a gps navigation app at home, or have not downloaded the map of Malaysia at home, or have not opened the test gpx file at home. Especially iPhone users are urged to make sure that they can open the test gpx file at home and are able to navigate.

Although there will be guides, this still remains a self-guided hike. You will receive a gpx file in advance and you will have to navigate yourself. There will be no paper markers.

For more details and procedure, follow this link.

IMPORTANT: keep in mind that there is always a chance that we are not allowed to hike due to dangerous weather or other conditions (eg heavy rain, flood, earthquake, landslide, health measures...) - we cannot be held responsible for such cancellation.

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IMPORTANT: Limited slots available. We accept bookings on a first pay, first serve basis. We need 10 participants for this event, otherwise the event will not take place. In case we don't have 10 participants all paid sums will be refunded.

Val Gardena is located in northern Italy, in the South Tyrol region of the Alps. It offers well-marked alpine trails through flower-filled meadows, forested valleys, and dramatic pale limestone peaks.

The Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, surround it with rugged spires and panoramic ridgelines. The moderately high-altitude routes near Val Gardena are ideal for relaxed day hikes.

This event is a chance for not-so-ardent hikers to experience the majesty of the west side of Dolomites. It can also be a stepping stone for the much more challenging day hikes and multi-day treks starting from Cortina d'Ampezzo on the east side of the Dolomites in the future.

All hikes will be easy to moderate in difficulty, offering an ideal introduction to the region, and will take place at moderate altitude, with a maximum elevation of approximately 2,300–2,500m asl. All hikes are optional.

For this event, we will hike as a group.

We will spend all nights in a B&B and use it as our home base for all day hikes.

Please note that twin-bed rooms are extremely rare in Val Gardena, and participants may be required to share a double bed, each with their own duvet. If this arrangement is not suitable for you, we recommend not participating. Single-room upgrades may be available but are expected to be very expensive. Most accommodations are small, family-run bed and breakfasts with only four or five rooms, so the group may be split across locations depending on size.

This is a multiple day event without the need to carry a heavy backpack. A day pack will do as luggage can stay in the B&B.

There is an organised activity on Day 1, so make sure to arrive in Val Gardena on Day 1 before noon.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you have a gps navigation app (like ~in alphabetical order~ AllTrails (paid version), Gaia, Hiiker, Komoot, Maps me, OSMAnd, Wikiloc,...) installed on your phone and make sure that it is working properly. If you don't have an app installed yet, we suggest to use Hiiker to start with. Once you have downloaded the offline map of Italy, you can easily import and navigate any gpx file. More info can be found in the Knowledge Base sub Event Information (general) - How to prepare myself for navigation...?

Do not come to the venue if you have not pre-installed a gps navigation app at home, or have not downloaded the map of Italy at home, or have not opened the test gpx file at home. Especially iPhone users are urged to make sure that they can open the test gpx file at home and are able to navigate.

For more details and procedure, follow this link.

IMPORTANT: keep in mind that there is always a chance that we are not allowed to hike due to dangerous weather or other conditions (eg heavy rain, flood, earthquake, landslide, health measures...) - we cannot be held responsible for such cancellation.

(NEWBIES) Have you submitted the KLH one-time Membership Form...? If not, do so by clicking here.

(REGULARS) Is your info outdated...? If so, submit the Update Form by clicking here.

DO NOT click 'RSVP' or do not join this event without reading, understanding and accepting the content of the Knowledge Base.

If you are keen to participate, kindly submit the Participation Form.

IMPORTANT: Limited slots available. We accept bookings on a first pay, first serve basis. We need 8 participants for this event, otherwise the event will not take place. In case we don't have 8 participants all paid sums will be refunded.

Popularly known for Camino de Santiago, Spain has much more to offer to the avid hiker, holding the title of the second most mountainous country in Europe after Switzerland and with more than 80,000 km of official hiking trails.

Picos de Europa - Peaks of Europe - stand tall over the Cantabrian Sea, connected to the Atlantic Ocean. It was named by the Spanish explorers, as its majestic peaks guided the seafarers back home. The first mountain range to be declared a national park in Spain in 1918, Picos de Europa has more than 360 peaks of more than 2000 meters altitude and offers a true mountain immersion experience with its canyon-like valleys. Mountain goats graciously guide hikers along the mountain huts.

Our journey begins in Madrid, from where we’ll travel north by van to the tiny village of Caín de Valdeón, tucked deep within the limestone canyons of Castilla y León. This will be our mountain home for the week. From here, we’ll venture into soaring valleys, cross narrow gorges, and hike toward panoramic ridgelines where the views open endlessly over Spain’s northern ranges.

We’ll begin our hiking adventure with a day route to get accustomed to the terrain — a climb toward Torre Bermeja. The path rises from the valley floor through alpine meadows and rocky slopes to the ridgeline at around 2,600 m, with roughly 1,500 m of elevation gain. It’s a steady, confidence-building introduction to the limestone landscape of the Picos, where sharp peaks and green basins alternate in every direction, and the sound of cowbells echoes through the valleys.

Next, we set out on a two-day journey into the wilder side of the park. The Canal de Trea begins just outside Caín de Valdeón at 450 m and ascends more than 1,200 m in only seven kilometres, following a narrow, stony channel that winds through the heart of the massif. It’s one of the classic ascents of the Picos — steep, exposed, and deeply rewarding. The effort brings us to a remote mountain hut (refugio), our home for the night, where mountain goats wander the ridges and the only sounds are wind and distant cowbells.

At dawn, we descend by the Canal de Culiembro, a gentler trail that threads through terraces and gullies carved by water and time. Wildflowers and the faint call of goats accompany us as we return to the valley.

The following hike takes us to the high plateau of Vega de Liordes, a demanding yet magnificent route of about 20 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain, unfolding across open alpine ground ringed by summits. For those preferring a moderate day, the Alto Cares route offers a 14-kilometre traverse with about 850 m of ascent, tracing panoramic ledges high above the gorge.

To close the trip, we head to Majada de Moeño, a traditional shepherd meadow perched around 1,350 m, reached by a trail that climbs roughly 900 m through forests and open pastures. It’s a tranquil finale — the softest light, the quietest path, and the sense of having truly walked inside the mountains.

While we’ll pass near well-known landmarks such as the Ruta del Cares and Lakes of Covadonga, we’ll avoid these overcrowded routes. Instead, our paths follow the more authentic, mountaineers’ trails — quieter, higher, and closer to the true spirit of the Picos de Europa.
This trip is ideal for those who seek a deep mountain experience.

Weather in the Picos can change quickly, bringing sudden mist or bursts of sunshine within the same hour. For those who crave the mountain’s raw presence, Picos de Europa is the perfect blend of challenge and serenity.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you have a gps navigation app (like ~in alphabetical order~ AllTrails (paid version), Gaia, Hiiker, Komoot, Maps.me, OSMAnd, Wikiloc,...) installed on your phone and make sure that it is working properly. If you don't have an app installed yet, we suggest to use Hiiker to start with. Once you have downloaded the offline map of Spain, you can easily import and navigate any gpx file. More info can be found in the Knowledge Base sub Event Information (general) - How to prepare myself for navigation...?

Do not come to the venue if you have not pre-installed a gps navigation app at home, or have not downloaded the map of Spain at home, or have not opened the test gpx file at home. Especially iPhone users are urged to make sure that they can open the test gpx file at home and are able to navigate.

Although there will be guides, this still remains a self-guided hike. You will receive a gpx file in advance and you will have to navigate yourself. There will be no paper markers.

!!! Do note that we will perform a check of the mandatory items right before the start of the trek. Those who are not in the possession of all mandatory items will not be allowed to start the hike. !!!

For more details and procedure, follow this link.

IMPORTANT: keep in mind that there is always a chance that we are not allowed to hike due to dangerous weather or other conditions (eg heavy rain, flood, earthquake, landslide, health measures...) - we cannot be held responsible for such cancellation.