Trips Malaysia

Gunung Datuk Trek & 1 Night in Malacca

Gunung Datuk is a little-known mountain located at Rembau in the state of Negri Sembilan.

At 900m, Gunung Datuk is considered a short mountain and the hike up to the summit takes about 2-3 hours. The summit offers a splendid full 360 degree unobstructed panorama view of the entire state - you can even see the Straits of Melaka on a good day. To reach the summit, hikers need to climb up a ladder section near the top. Once atop, the summit feels windy as it is basically an exposed rocky outcrop and therefore can get a bit tricky to walk around on if there is a big group on top. This is a short interesting trek which can be completed by any reasonably fit hiker.

To add more fun to the trip, we will spend a night in Malacca (real cushy bed) which will make the trip less tiring, more meaningful and enjoyable. It is also a time to interact and getting to know each other better over nyonya food, starbuck coffee etc. Participants get to work out  (trekking up the mountain) , making new friends while enjoying a relax night away in Peranakan City

As in our standard Malaysia's treks, you do not need to take leave for this outing. The trip arrangement is a comfortable one: by chartered vehicle to bring you all the way right to the foot of the mountain.

Everyone needs to be prepared for bad weather with basic waterproofing gear ( ponchos, rain-coats, ... even umbrellas are helpful ... ! ) and insect repellents will be especially useful. If rainy, waterproofing for your backpack is a must and the trek up will be wet, muddy & slippery so having a pair of good hiking boots will make a lot of difference and gives you better grip on muddy/slippery grounds.