What we’re about
The Kuala Lumpur Hiking and Trail Running Meetup Group is established with the purpose of finding like minded individuals who enjoy going out for the purpose of getting/staying fit and enjoying nature. This group was not so much about the activity being a social gathering, but about getting some serious exercise on a regular basis.
Although the initial plan was to organise interesting hikes in hilly terrain that will take up to a full day within two hours drive from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, our hikers are now expanding their views. New hiking venues, in other states and even other countries, are now presented and explored.
Meetup KL Hiking is organising events for all levels of hikers, from sheer beginners to experienced trailblazers. It is highly recommended to read the write-up very carefully and to understand the rating of a hike.
The rating system allows you to judge whether or not this hike will be too difficult for you.
Generally I'll do a survey hike before scheduling an event, so I know what to expect for the hikes which are organised. During the hike I focus very much on group dynamics, and it's a rule of thumb that nobody will be left behind. We're all links in the hiking chain and nobody is more or less important than anybody else... For every hike, I will be the last one to leave the venue in order to be sure that everybody made it out safely. Creating an adventurous but most of all a safe hiking experience is my goal.
For every event you will find specific instructions in the write-up. Every event has a MUST READ link to a Knowledge Base. Pay special attention to the topic "What is the procedure for this event...?"
There are some basic elements:
- wear shoes with profile (a pattern on the soles to prevent slipping and gliding); adidas kampung is good to start with...
- wear suitable and comfortable clothing (will get dirty...)
- bring appropriate shoes for river crossings, if any
- carry a proper backpack
- rain gear is recommended
- pack your valuables in plastic bags (mobile phone, camera, etc)
- be prepared for the unexpected (first aid kit, whistle, emergency blanket, headlamp, gps,...) - check the mandatory items listed in the Knowledge Base.
- leave a towel and some dry clothes in the car
- bring something warm to wear at the top if your hike is a climb
- a pair of gloves doesn't weigh that much (thorns, roots, trees, mud)
- if you are comfortable using a walking stick, bring it along
- bring enough snacks (carbohydrates) and drinks; 0.5 litre for each hour hike is normal
- mosquito repellent and leech protection is recommended
- please be responsible and don't litter – be sure not to leave any rubbish along the track
It should not be necessary to highlight certain common sense behaviour, but I do it anyway in order to avoid any misunderstandings:
All participants will respect each other's background, religion, race, complexion, etc and will try their utmost not to offend anyone with their behaviour. This would include bringing alcoholic drinks to the events and taking showers on public roads.
Although English is not the mother tongue for almost all members, I'm sure we all can refrain from using insulting words and expressions.
While hiking, we respect the nature surrounding us, as we are the “intruders”; the jungle doesn't belong to us. We will bring back any drinking bottles/food wrappers we used along the way. In short "Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but pictures". In this philosophy the sweeper will remove the paper markers which we lay for participants to follow.
The Meetup website is publicly accessible. So don't post any phone numbers or e-mail addresses in the comment sections. We only mention mobile phone numbers in the carpooling list, which can only be accessed by the participants of a particular hike. The same goes for the carpooling link. Let's keep it private as we don't want anybody else than our hikers to make alterations to the list, do we...?
This group has no commercial agenda. There will be neither membership fees nor fees to join an event. Entrance, permit or guide fees to enter certain venues will be specified in the write-up of the event will generally be collected in advance and then paid to the respective authorities or organising bodies. Expenses for events that come with a price tag like camping trips, coach travel, hikes abroad, etc. will be shared by the participants for that particular event.
If an event host is asking you to answer some questions during the confirmation process, please do so. And be sure you answer them completely. This will make the pre-organisation of a hike smoother.
Normally, for every event carpooling is recommended. We don't organise carpooling but offer drivers and passengers an online platform where they can meet. On this carpooling platform, passengers have to look for and contact a driver in their neighbourhood to make the necessary arrangements; not the other way around...! Never add yourself as a passenger to a car without prior consent of the driver. Carpooling is by no means taxi service... Carpooling fees are settled directly between driver and passenger.
If you're interested to participate for an event, you click Attend on the event page(s) of your choice. Although every event page contains a link to a Membership Form, only the very first time you participate you have to fill in this form. The reason why we need your personal details are explained in the Knowledge Base for each event.
For most other events it will be sufficient to click Attend, unless specified otherwise. If there are any changes in your particulars, kindly submit the Update Form.
If you have clicked Attend, you make a commitment. Do realise that...! You are expected to show up for the event and to show up on time. We pay attention to hikers who simply don't show up for an event. Serial no show offenders will be removed as a member.
The indicated meet-up time is the time the event effectively starts, not the time you should reach the meet-up place. There will be no waiting for people who are late at the specified meet-up location. If you change your mind about attending, or you are unable to participate, you are expected to change your status to Not Attending before the event, otherwise it will result in a no show on your profile.
Before an event starts, scan the registration QR code at the venue and check-in online once you arrive. Change to your hiking clothes afterwards. Upon finishing the hike, scan the registration QR code at the venue and check-out online.
Although there are no fees, there will be a penalty of RM20 however in the following cases:
- If you join an event and are not a KL Hiking member
- If you didn't submit the Membership Form prior to your first participation
- If you attend an event without being listed as Attendee
- If you don't respect the mandatory cut-off times
- If you don't sign in/sign out on the event day - which is actually done with the QR code.
- If you are flagged as a No Show for three events
You are attending the hikes/runs at your own risk. The event host will try his/her best to assist and guide, but is in no way responsible, liable or accountable for any damage, personal injuries, death, etc. By clicking Attend for an event and/or signing in at the venue and/or making a payment, it is deemed that you have read, agreed and accepted the terms and conditions of the disclaimer which can be found here: Disclaimer
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Bukit Ketumbar - IBP 76Ketumbar Hill, Kuala lumpur
MUST READ -
(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 'Attending' or do not join this event without reading, understanding and accepting the content of the Knowledge Base.
The trails of Bukit Ketumbar are furnished with steps, roots, rocks and ropes, and it is certainly not a walk in the park. This is a very popular hiking venue, so no doubt it will be crowded but luckily there are also stretches which are less frequented.
Although one would not immediate expect a very challenging hike at Bukit Ketumbar, be prepared...
If it has rained, we will have to deal with slippery surfaces, especially at the downhill sections. We do follow some stretches of the main trails, but also venture sideways onto less trodden narrow trails.
Keeping the spirit alive there will be some minor scrambling.
This hike will be around seven kilometres in total and we will pass the Ingot stone and the SUKE lookout point. Those who are not up to the full distance can easily cut the hike short and look for a shortcut on the map while navigating.
We make an anticlockwise loop, but there is always a possibility to take a shortcut. Bukit Ketumbar is a small area, so you are seldom very far from the trailhead.
There are car parking facilities at the trailhead, but car parking space is always an issue at Ketumbar. You want to avoid issues, come early..!
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 01:00 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 07:30 am onwards. You can start your hike at any time between 07:30 am and 09:00 am.
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...?
- Bukit Chenuang - IBP 83Chongkak Park & Resort by Tourism Selangor, Selangor$14.15
MUST READ -
Update: As of 23/06/2025 we still need one hiker to pay the participation fee in order to form a new block.(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 and only for a block of 7 pax due to MGP guides ratio of 1:7.
No payment before Sunday 06/07/2025 - 11:59 pm means no participation.
The hike to Bukit Chenuang is a little gem in the area around Gunung Nuang. This hike will take place in a very pristine environment. Enjoy it to the fullest...!
Unless the guides will decide otherwise, we will start with an easy walk on the tarmac of the Recreational Forest, followed by a loop in anti-clockwise direction. If all goes according to plan we make a detour to Bukit Batu Kumbang.
The ascent on east side of Bukit Chenuang is certainly harder than the climb from the west side. Be prepared...!
There will be some very steep sections and frequent shallow stream crossings.
With around 13 kilometres as a total distance, this is certainly not an easy hike.
There is no option to take any shortcuts.
Carpooling is highly recommended as there is not much space at the trailhead to park cars.
---> We will perform a check of the mandatory items before the event starts. For your own safety, if you do not have the mandatory items in your possession, we will not allow you to hike. <---
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 iPone 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, landslide, health measures...) - we cannot be held responsible for such cancellation.
- Cameron Highlands - Mossy Forest - Gunung 6040 (IBP85) - Trans Gandik - 2D/2NDataran Tanah Rata, Tanah Rata$70.00
MUST READ -
(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.
It is a tradition in KLH to spend a weekend in Cameron Highlands and enjoy hiking in the cooler temperature. This year we hike at two venues we haven't been before.
We call this a 2D/2N event because there will be no organised activity on Friday. We will however book accommodation for that night.
Gunung 6040 gets its name, quite literally, from its elevation in feet. While the total elevation gain is just 750 meters, the trek feels quite demanding because of its terrain: soft mossy ground, muddy paths, narrow passages beneath low-hanging trees, and a few steep climbs. We will be hiking on the border of Pahang and Kelantan during the last section. The mossy forest on Gunung 6040 is vast and pristine. Hiking through it feels surreal, like stepping into another world.
A 4WD will bring us through the vegetable farms to the trailhead. This is a moderate hike of more than 13 kilometres in total. The IBP-rating is 85.
The next day we take it a bit more relaxed when hiking the so-called Trans Gandik Trail. This is a relatively easy trail at the Pahang-Perak border, bringing us to some smaller mountains along the way: Gunung Bunting and Gunung Tanggung. The total distance is around 6 kilometres and the IBP-rating is 42.
Although we will stay in Tanah Rata, we will meet at the respective trailheads on Saturday and Sunday, so you need to make sure that you have your own transport arrangements.
Accommodation will be in a dorm or in your own tent on a campsite. We will make the accommodation arrangements based on your preferences indicated in the Participation Form.
Even if you are not fit or have not hiked for some time, you don't have to give this event a miss, but accept the fact that you will not be able to summit. As always, it is about the journey, not the destination...!
The participation fee is determined by 1- whether you choose dorm or camping and 2- the number of participants due to the 1:7 guide ratio.
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 iPone 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, landslide, health measures...) - we cannot be held responsible for such cancellation.
- Alay Range (Pamir-Alay mountains) - Kyrgyzstan - 10D/9N - Moderate to HardOsh Airport, Osh City$980.00
MUST READ -
(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 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.
The Alya Range is a breathtaking part of the Pamir-Alay mountains, offering dramatic landscapes, lush valleys, crystal-clear rivers, and rugged peaks. The untouched beauty of the region provides an incredible backdrop for hiking, with views that are both remote and majestic.
Kyrgyzstan is still relatively off the beaten path compared to more well-known trekking destinations, which will allow us to experience the mountains in a pristine and less crowded environment.
The trek itself will take 6 days and leads us through a variety of terrains, including alpine meadows, over rocky paths, providing dramatic views of the peaks of the Alya Range, some of them snow-capped.
We will hike to Achik-Tash Base Camp at the foot of the Lenin Peak and will make our way up to Camp 1. For those who feel they are up to the challenge, they can ascend the Yuhina Peak (5,130m asl).
Accommodation will be twin sharing in a 3 pax tent. Camping equipment, like tents and cooking utensils will be provided. However sleeping bags and sleeping mats have to be rented (or bring your own).
Base Camp and Camp 1 have toilet and shower facilities.
We will engage horses for the luggage transfer, so you will only have to carry your daypack.
Once we arrive at the Base Camp, we leave our belonging there. For the hike from Base Camp to Camp 1 and the optional Yuhina Peak hike you just need to bring essentials or you can pay for porter services.
Although there are no organised activities on Day 1, make sure to arrive in Osh on Day 1 as we have booked accommodation for that night. Also for Day 9, upon finishing the trek, hostel/guesthouse accommodation is included in the package.
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 Kyrgyzstan, 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 Kyrgyzstan 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.
