[Hardcore Series]M'sia-Gunung Semangkok (1,825m): Crazy 14-18h hike

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Gunung Semangkok (1,825m) is a mountain bordering Pahang and Selangor but goes through the Pine Tree Trail from Fraser Hill, and is an extremely tough and challenging hike due to the elevation and distance of the hike. It usually takes at least 14-18h, with an elevation of ~2,100 and a distance of ~28km. It is famous/also know for the "Valley of Death", where after the Pine Tree trail summits, it does feel like descending into a bowl before ascending, and returning back the same way. Moreover, this hike is done with a lack of sleep as we have to start early in the morning!

The good thing about this hike is that it is generally cooling as it is the Fraser Hill area, do expect it to be cold once the sun sets!

Do note that there is an early meeting time for this. So do be mentally and physically prepared for it! Get ready your headlights, spare batteries, expect to get your shoes wet and muddy, and you are also expected to get wet due to chance of rain!

This is the toughest of our hardcore series to date, so only serious and experienced hikers!

(Picture credit Johnny Yong)

Who is this for?
=> People who wish to/can challenge themselves (I would say to the point of mental and physical torture)
=> People who have done full day hikes (e.g. Ophir) and wish to challenge themselves further
=> Wish to hike more than 12h and deal with different terrains and undulating terrains, like up and down and up again to test their mental fortitude
=> Those who wish to experience hiking in the dark...and ending in the dark
=> Training for tough hikes (high altitude hikes that potentially last >12h)
=> Generally suited for more experienced hikers who know they can last at least 12h hiking
=> Test yourself hiking with little/no sleep

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

Hike Details
The total distance is ~28km and total elevation gain is ~2100m+.The hike is around 14-18h in total, depending on your speed. This will feel like doing at least 2x as long as Ophir Asahan hike. It can and will be extremely tiring on your mind, body and legs.

It is generally tropical forest trail, similar to Fraser Hill Twin Peaks Pine Tree Trail hike, with steep section to the Twin Peaks, and lots of up and downhills and going through fallen logs.

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 11pm.

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.

Estimated Itinerary:
(Friday)
~4.00 pm : Meet @ Marsiling MRT, depart,
4.00pm - 12am: Dinner/Supper along the way

(Saturday)
2:00am: Reach Trailhead, prepare for hike
6.00 am: Reach Pine Tree Trail first summit
7.00am: Reach Twin Peak (2nd Summit), rest
9.30am: Sg merah
11.30 am: Gunung Semangkok Summit: Congrats!! Time to u-turn
7.00-9.00pm: Reach back trailhead, exit and wash-up.
11.00 pm++ : Reach accommodation (Rawang)

(Sunday)
Free and easy, head back to Singapore.

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

Price: 275 SGD

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
All associated Park Permits/ Fees
LMT Trek Leader
Local Hiking Guides
Shared Accommodation (2 to 1 room)

Price excludes:
All Personal expenses/Meals
Travel Insurance
Visa Application (if any)

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