Little Monsters Travel

Fri, Nov 7 · 11:00 PM SST

{Leisure Hike} M'sia - Bukit Senaling (394m): Sunrise Hike + Sea of Clouds + R&R

Marsiling (NS8) MRT Station , 71 Woodlands Avenue 3, Singapore 739044, SG

*If interested, please whatsapp wa.me/+6588842635 or +65 8884 2635! Sign-ups are only confirmed after contacting us and joining the WA group! *

Join us for a leisure hike, where the idea is to include hiking in our lifestyle. For the Leisure Hike series, we always look at a hike that isn't too intense, just to get our limbs moving, have fresh air, and hopefully good company too, and combine with an R&R activity. We'll do an easy hike for a sunrise view and enjoying being out nature before heading for good food in Malacca and leave for some time for R&R

So bring your friends, make new friends and hang out together! There is nothing like enjoying Nature and good food!

Bukit Senaling (394m) is a famous beginner hill in Malaysia which everyone goes for the "sea of clouds". It is a leisure hike up and down, so it will just be something to warm up the body and have a view! We'll try to pack some breakfast along the way (bring your own containers), or bring your own food, floor mats, or coffee/tumblers/cups. We'll start hiking early, so we can have breakfast at the summit while waiting for sunrise =)

It takes around an hour + to reach the summit, and the same amount down. The idea here is to take your time to enjoy the morning walk, the fresh air and the sunrise. It'll be nice to sip a hot drink while looking at sunrise, breathe in fresh air and feel connected to Nature. After which, we'll descent and head to either Malacca/JB where its free and easy and we can all have some massage and good food!

If interested, do whatsapp +65 8884 2635. A whatsapp group will be set up for further information and coordination.

A minimum of 12 pax is needed for this trip to go ahead. Your place is only confirmed once payment is made.

Estimate Itinerary
*11.30pm***(Timing to be confirmed in the whatsapp group)*** – Meet Marsiling MRT, depart for Bukit Senaling
4.30am – Stop by for breakfast/takeaway
5.30am – Start trek at with headlights
7.00am – Summit and enjoy your own breakfast
8.00am- Head back down
9.30am- Depart for Malacca.JB. R&R along the way for toilets/shower.
11:30am to 1pm – Reach Malacca, lunch and free & easy.
4.30pm – Depart back to SG
10.30pm to 11.30pm - Back in Singapore

Itinerary subjected to changes, depending on speed/ actual conditions / decision by the trek leader

Price: $110 per person
If we end up with >20 pax, I'll make it $100 per pax for everyone!

**Good views dependent on weather!

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
LMT Trek Leader
Any necessary permits/guides for Senaling

Price excludes:
All Personal expenses/Meals
Visa Application (if any)
Personal equipment (headlights etc)

This event is organized by
LITTLE MONSTERS TRAVEL PTE LTD
Travel Agent Licence No: 03117
Contact : +65 8884 2635
Email: info@littlemonsterstravel.net
Some additional questions:

1. Are there shower or toilet facilities at the park?

A: Usually just toilet, we'll try to find a shower nearby.

2. I am totally new to hiking, what should I bring/wear? Is there training?

A: Training is by yourself. Its a leisure hike, pack light! Just need headlights.

3. What happens if it rains!

A: We'll adjust the itinerary accordingly. Unless its a thunderstorm, we'll still hike.

Fri, Nov 14 · 11:00 PM SST

[Hiking Series] M'sia - Ophir via Sagil (1,276m): Step-up for a full-day hike!

Marsiling (NS8) MRT Station , 71 Woodlands Avenue 3, Singapore 739044, SG

*If interested, please whatsapp wa.me/+6588842635 or +65 8884 2635! We have limited permits and must be applied in advance. Sign-ups are only confirmed after contacting us and joining the WA group! *

Gunung Ledang, or commonly known as Mount Ophir (1,276m) is the highest mountain in Johor and almost the most climbed mountain there.

This is a good step-up hike for those who are looking to progress to tougher hikes after Gunung Datuk or are training or preparing for Kinabalu/Nepal etc.

Who is this for?
It serves as a good training or progressive hike for those who wish to do more hiking. Most do it as training for other treks, like Kinabalu, or Nepal.

How tough is it/How fit do I have to be?

It is twice as long as Gunung Datuk. The trek is around 4-5h up and 3-4h down, making it a total of 9h. The total elevation is around 1,000m up and down. It can be quite tiring on your legs.

It is generally tropical forest trail, with some rope portions, ladders and rock faces. It can be quite fun to go through the different terrain with the need to use your hands at some points.

However, if you have done Gunung Datuk before, the terrain is not that much of a surprise. The tough part is only the duration.

This is good for people who have some level of fitness, if not it will be fun for those who are first time in Malaysia!

What happens if I am slow?

There is a 1 guide to 7 hikers ratio. There is also a cut-off timing to the summit, if you fail to make it you will have to turn back! So far everyone I've brought made it =). Do note if you descent past a certain time, there is a penalty.

How many pax for the trip to happen?

Minimum 12 pax to start the trip!

Once confirmed, a Whatsapp group will be set up.

Estimated Itinerary:
(Saturday)
~12.30 am : Meet @ Marsiling MRT
1.30 – 4am : Transport to Gunung Ledang via Tangkak
5.00 am : Breakfast at Tangkak
6.30am : Tangkak – Gunung Ledang National Park
7.00 am : Arrival @ National Park counter – Registration & Tagging items (checking in)
8.00 am : Start climbing to the top
12.00 pm : Arrive at the peak (safety time at the peak until 2.00 pm)
1.00 pm : Descend back to the base
4.30 pm : Arrive at the park, clear the items and wash up.
5.00 pm : Leave.
5.00 pm – 8.30pm : Dinner at Tangkak and head to Singapore/Dinner at JB

Itinerary is subject to changes based on conditions and group speed and trek leader's discretion

Price: $165 per pax for all other nationalities
Malaysian: $150

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
Mountain Guide by the National Park
All associated Park Permits/ Fees
Mountain Insurance
LMT Trek Leader
LMT Info-Kit

Price excludes:
All Personal expenses/Meals
Visa Application (if any)
Other personal expenses/Late Fee for Descent

This event is organized by
LITTLE MONSTERS TRAVEL PTE LTD
Travel Agent Licence No: 03117
Contact : +65 88842635
Email: info@littlemonsterstravel.net

Some additional questions:

1. How long is the ride to Mount Ophir

A: It takes only around 3-4h from Singapore

2. The journey to Ophir only takes 3 hours, why do we set off so early?

A: This is so that we can save money on accommodation/driver cost/taxi to MRT station. This also means there is a lack of sleep, so try to sleep in the vehicle! Bring a travel pillow!

3. Are there shower or toilet facilities at the park?

A: Yes there are but basic. Expect using a hose/bucket. Please bring a change of clothes and shower when you are down from Ophir. No smelly people in the vehicle!

4. What do I have to look out for?

A: There are mosquitoes and leeches sometimes, depends on the weather.

5. Where is dinner?

We would have dinner in Tangkak at a cheap and nice chinese restaurant, if there are dietary concerns there are other options around the area also.

Fri, Nov 14 · 11:00 PM SST

[Hiking Series] M'sia - Trans Naning: Challenging Full Day Hike with 7 'Peaks'!

Marsiling (NS8) MRT Station , 71 Woodlands Avenue 3, Singapore 739044, SG

*If interested, please whatsapp wa.me/+6588842635 or +65 8884 2635! Sign-ups are only confirmed after contacting us and joining the WA group! *

Welcome to our last challenging hike for the year! This is similar distance to the other challenging/hardcore hikes we've done (e.g. Pulai traverse, Rajah etc), although I would say its slightly easier/shorter. Trans Naning is a pretty famous trail in the area as Gunung Datuk, for those who want an intense and punishing full day hike in Negiri Sembilan! The good thing about Trans Naning compared to other challenging hikes in Malaysia is that due to its distance from Singapore, we can complete this itinerary within a day and do not need to stay overnight in Malaysia. Do note that this is a pure hiking trip and there will be no leisure/R&R activities.

Trans Naning isn't a route that has high elevation, with the highest being Gunung Rembau (884m), however it can be quite a punishing route with the steep inclines and switchbacks. You'll descend down about 700m before ascending straight back up. There will be river crossings, general forest trail similar to Gunung Datuk, just more raw, narrower paths. There are 7 different 'peaks' which acts as checkpoints,
1. Gunung Gunung Selatan (733m)
2. Tampin Utara (728m)
3. Peak 705 (705m)
4. Peak 701 (701m)
5. Gununh Gagak (807m)
6. Gunung Rembau (884m)
7. Gunung Datuk (855m)

We'll be starting the route from Tampin side, and end off at Datuk. This is so that we have some shower facilities. The hike usually takes an average of at least 10-12h, so please be mentally prepared for it!

Who is this for?
=> People who wish to/can challenge/test themselves (I would say to the limits)
=> People who have done full day hikes (e.g. Ophir) and wish to challenge themselves even further
=> Wish to hike close to 12h and deal with undulating trails
=> Training for tough hikes (long distance, high altitude hikes etc)
=> Generally suited for more experienced hikers who know they can last at least 12h hiking
==> Want a tough hike but don't wish to stay overnight in Malaysia
==> Just want to hike and have no other 'R&R' activities

Do note that we will start early and might descend at night, so please bring headlights, and we expect some level of fitness or hiking experience for the group!

Hike Details
The total distance is ~16km and total elevation gain is ~1800m.The hike is around 10-14h in total, depending on your speed. This is almost 1.5x as long as Ophir Asahan hike. It can and will be extremely tiring on your mind, body and legs.

This is good for people who have some level of fitness and hiking experience. As this can be quite a challenging route, the group pace will be quite fast and we'll push at a certain speed.

There is also a cut-off timings which we'll enforce more strictly. If you fail to make it you will have to turn back unfortunately, as the distance is long. We aim to all be back down by 8pm.

How many pax for the trip to happen?
Minimum 12 pax to start the trip!
A Whatsapp group will be set up and information sent through there.

Here is the estimated itinerary:
Saturday
11.00pm – Meet Marsiling MRT, depart for Trans Naning Hike
4.00am – Stop by for breakfast
5.00am – Start trek at Tampin trailhead with headlights
5-8pm: Reach back Datuk trailhead. Wash up and head for dinner
8pm++: Dinner before heading back to Marsiling MRT

Price: 165SGD per pax

To celebrate the last challenging hike, it'll be $150 per pax if you con-vince a friend to join, or if we have >21 pax.

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
LMT Trek Leader
Guides
Entrance Fees
LMT Info-Kit

Price excludes:
All Personal expenses/Meals/Activities in Malacca
Visa Application (if any)
Everything else

This event is organized by
LITTLE MONSTERS TRAVEL PTE LTD
Travel Agent Licence No: 03117
Contact : +65 88842635
Email: info@littlemonsterstravel.net

Fri, Nov 21 · 11:00 PM SST

[Hiking Series] M'sia - Datuk: Sunrise Hike + Malacca for hiking "beginners"

Marsiling (NS8) MRT Station , 71 Woodlands Avenue 3, Singapore 739044, SG

*If interested, please whatsapp wa.me/+6588842635 or +65 8884 2635! Sign-ups are only confirmed after contacting us and joining the WA group! *

**PS: Price has increased to $120 due to new regulations from the park

Gunung Datuk is a good challenging (depends on who you ask) starting hike and introduction to trekking for beginners or first-timers who wish to know what hiking really entails! It is also one of the more fun short-day hikes for the adventurous!

Mount Datuk (885m) is an extremely popular 1-day beginner hike located in Malaysia, about an hour away from Malacca.

The hike takes an average of 2.5h up and 2.5h down. It is not too long, yet challenging and strenuous enough for a half-day hike. There are some very steep parts and the trek requires using your hands. Additionally, there are minor rope sections and ladders near the summit. This trek can be challenging for beginners so be prepared for a fun adventurous experience.

At the summit, there is a nice view of the surroundings and we can take a break on the rocks and enjoy the wind before descending! After that, the plan is to hunt for some good food in Malacca! If we end earlier, there will be more time for free and easy along Jonker street.

Of course within the group, there will be people of various speeds. Those faster can have more time at the summit and wash up first. Please be patient for the slower ones!

The intention of the trip is to introduce newbies who haven't tried trekking before so please be patient and welcoming! It is important to be open-minded and sporting enough to embrace challenges! There are mosquitoes and leeches abound =) Do note it is NOT a walk in the park

To confirm, do RSVP and send me a whatsapp message! A Whatsapp group will be set up.

A minimum of 12 pax is needed for this trip to go ahead. Your place is only confirmed once payment is made.

Here is the estimated itinerary:
Saturday
12.00am – Meet Marsiling MRT, depart for Datuk
4.00am – Stop by for breakfast
5.00am – Start trek at with headlights
7.30am – Summit
11.00am- Reach back and wash up
1.00pm – Head to Malacca for food
4.00pm – Depart back to Singapore
9-12pm – Reach back Marsiling MRT (depends on traffic)

Price: 120SGD per pax

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
LMT Trek Leader
Guides
Entrance Fees
LMT Info-Kit

Price excludes:
All Personal expenses/Meals/Activities in Malacca
Visa Application (if any)
Everything else

This event is organized by
LITTLE MONSTERS TRAVEL PTE LTD
Travel Agent Licence No: 03117
Contact : +65 88842635
Email: info@littlemonsterstravel.net

Some additional questions:

1. How long is the ride to Mount Datuk

A: It takes only around 3-4h from Singapore - Datuk/Malacca.

2. The journey to Datuk only takes 3 hours, why do we set off so early?

A: This is so that we can save money on accommodation/driver cost/taxi to MRT station. This also means there is a lack of sleep, so try to sleep in the vehicle! Bring a travel pillow!

3. Are there shower or toilet facilities at the park?

A: Very basic shower and toilet facilities. Please bring a change of clothes and shower when you are down from Datuk. No smelly people in the vehicle!

4. Do I get to see the sunrise at the top?

A: Maybe. Depends on how comfortable everyone is with walking with headlights.

5. I am totally new to hiking, what should I bring/wear? Is there training?

A: I will set up a WhatsApp group for questions and provide some info-kit to prepare. Most important is being open =)

6. How fit do I have to be? I am afraid of being the slowest/burden to the group.

A: You would need basic endurance and be open-minded, embrace the challenge of using your hands and going up and down rocks or steep terrain. Many people have done Datuk, of various fitness, the group will move at a slower pace to help build that confidence.

7. What happens if it rains!

A: If it is a light drizzle, we would continue. Usually we'll continue, or wait until the heavy rain stops. If it rains, it'll be slippery so go slow!