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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: 99SGD 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!

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Gunung Lambak is quite a well-known hike amongst Singapore hikers, as it is nearby and extremely suitable for beginners with many different trails and short trails. However, we are not doing the usual short trail to the summit, instead we are doing a butterfly trail (somewhat of a loop) as training, where it'll be ~9-10km and 5-7h of hiking in total.

Background
Gunung Lambak (510m) is an extremely popular 1-day beginner hike located in Malaysia, about 2 hours from Singapore. Many locals and Singaporeans DIY this hike. It also acts as a good starting hike and introduction to trekking for beginners or first-timers, and often used as a good training hike for those experienced who extend the trails!

The Hike
The hike takes an average of 5-7h in total. We'll head to the summit -> Microwave Station -> Big Tree -> Summit (lunch stop) -> Starting Point. Its the butterfly trail because of how it looks like...when you log it on your GPS (e.g. Strava etc)

There are some steep parts which can be challenging and strenuous and requires using your hands. Additionally, there are minor rope sections. This trek can be challenging for beginners so be prepared for a fun adventurous experience.

The summit has a slight view of the city but not much of a view. Enjoy the breezy forest trek down before heading for a meal or free and easy activities. .

To confirm, do RSVP and send me a whatsapp message! A Whatsapp group will be set up for further details. A minimum of 12 pax is needed for this trip to go ahead. Your place is only confirmed once payment is made.

Estimated Itinerary:

5.30am – Meet Marsiling MRT, depart for Lambak
8.30am – Start trek
12.00pm – Lambak Summit (Lunch stop)
3.30pm- Reach back down and wash up
5:00pm – R&R
7.00-11 pm – Dinner before heading back to SG

Itinerary might change depending on traffic conditions/situations. The trek leader will make the decisions accordingly. Dinner/R&R locations are not fixed as it depends on what time the group finishes. Final timing for meetup will be confirmed in the whatsapp group

Price: 110 SGD per pax
If bring a friend, 100 SGD per pax

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
LMT Trek Leader
Local Guides

Price excludes:
All Personal expenses/Meals/Activities
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

FAQ
Are there shower or toilet facilities at the park?

A: There are quite basic but clean toilets at the park. Be prepared to shower using a bucket of cold water and a pail. Please bring a change of clothes and shower when you are down from Lambak. No smelly people in the vehicle!

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 steep terrain. Many people and locals climb Lambak everyday. However do note the distance, and it might not be suitable for you if you struggle with stairs, or walking <5km or to lunch everyday

What happens if it rains!
A: We would continue if its light and go slowly, or wait it out most likely as tropical showers do not last long. Also, always expect to hike with rain

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As we don't just wish to do Belumut, we are going to do an extension which includes going to another "peak" Gua Rimau. Gunung Belumut (1,010m) is an excellent (some say challenging) day-hike near Kluang, which is around 2 hours from Singapore. It is often used as a training hike to keep up in fitness, or as preparation for other hikes as it gives you experience and preparation for other tougher hike in Malaysia, like Ophir, other G7 mountains in Malaysia, or Kinabalu. Due to its location, makes it a solid day hike, still have a good dinner and be back in SG in 1 day.

It is located in the Hutan Lipur Gunung Lumut (Mount Belumut Recreational Forest). There are 4 ‘checkpoints’ on the way to the peak. The trail is a forest trail which gets steeper, and some roped sections here and there. It serves as good training as the route is reasonably straight forward, and keeps ascending with little flat ground. The extension to Gua Rimau is an additional 3-4km (an additional ~1-2h total)

Most fit hikers can reach Belumut Summit in less than 4 hours, and Rimau in around 5h, and be back down in less than 4h, but average hikes take around 4h one way.

It is slightly longer than Lambak, Datuk or Angsi, but not as long as Ophir or Kinabalu. However, that also depends on the terrain conditions, so its at least solid day of hiking (8-11h)! Do note that there are leeches on this trail, and rain can make it slipper and muddy!

Who is this for?

It is most suitable for those who want to test their fitness and mental strength, experience a tougher hike other than Lambak or Datuk, or to do another hike other than the usual ones. It is also shorter than Ophir.

It serves as a good training or progressive hike for those who wish to do more hiking. Most do it as general training for other hikes.

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

The trek is inclduing the extension is around 5h up and 4h down, and can be 8-11h depending on your pace.

It is generally tropical forest trail, can be muddy, and there are some rope portions. The route is quite straight forward, but it just ascends all the way up.

However, if you have done Gunung Datuk/Lambak/Angsi before, the terrain is not that much of a surprise.

This is okay for newbies, as long as you have some level of fitness, if not it might be fun and challenging for those who are first time in Malaysia!

How many pax for the trip to happen?

Minimum 12 pax to start the trip!

Once confirmed, a Whatsapp group/info-session will be set up.

Estimated Itinerary: (Saturday)
~1.00 am : Meet @ Marsiling MRT
5.00 am : Breakfast
6.30 am : Reach Belumut Trailhead, prepare for the hike
7.00 am : Start hike
11.00 am : Arrive at the peak, head to Rimau
12:30 pm : Reach Rimau, descent to Trailhead
5:00 pm : Reach back Belumut Trailhead, Wash up and exit.
6.30 pm : Dinner (cost not included)
8.30 pm++ : Head back to Singapore.

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

Price: $140 per pax.

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
All associated Park Permits/ Fees
LMT Trek Leader
Guides

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

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

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

Gunung Berembun Jelebu (1,014m) is an interesting hike with the chance of visiting a WWII plane crash site, while hiking through a dense rainforest with waterfalls and streams, and fallen trees. There are many "Gunung Berembun" but this is the one located in Negiri Sembilan! We will be doing the classic route via Kampung Pantai.

It is considered a full day hike, slightly shorter than Ophir. This is usually used as a training hike, and exposure to different elements and exploring a more raw trail, rather than a hike for the view itself.

Who is this for?

• It is most suitable for those who just want an interesting full-day hike out similar to Ophir, but less curated than the usual ones.
• It serves as a good training or progressive hike for those who wish to do more hiking. Most do it as general training for hikes.
• Wish to experience a more raw rainforest trail with less crowds, and different elements
• Wish to do a full-day hike nearby without travelling so far
• Wish to see a WWII plane crash site and wreckage
• Not for those who are hunting for a beautiful viewpoint at the summit

How tough is it/How fit do I have to be?
Duration: ~5h up, and 4h down. You can u-turn at the summit instead of going to the crash site.
Distance: ~7km one way, total of 14km.

It is generally tropical forest trail, with some river, rope portions.

However, if you have done other Malaysia hikes before like Gunung Datuk/Lambak/Ophir before, the terrain is not that much of a surprise, except it is more raw. With the presence of streams, please do expect leeches!

Estimated Itinerary: (Saturday)
~12.00 am : Meet @ Marsiling MRT
4.30 am : Breakfast
6:30 am : Reach Kampung Pantai Baru Trailhead. Start hike. Walk/4WD in for 2km.
10.00 am : Gunung Berembun Summit
11.30 am : WWII Crash Site
12:30 pm : Gunung Berembun Summit (lunch)
4:00 pm : Descend back to trailhead. Wash up and exit.
5.00 pm – 11.00pm : Dinner and head back to Singapore.

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

Price: $140

Price includes:
2-ways Transport
All associated Park Permits/ Fees
LMT Trek Leader
LMT Info-Kit

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

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