L-R: Lim Kee Moon, Ching Neng Bin, Lily Yap, Cindy Chong, Bernard Lee Kar Giap, Silvarajo, Choo Chew Chin. Standing: Ching Jin Yuan, Ching Jin Wei, Mervin Gan at Gunung Nuang's Peak (1,493m/4,898ft).
The two puppies with Casson Ching Jin Yuan at Gunung Nuang's Peak (1,493m/4,898ft).
Gunung Nuang is the highest mountain in Selangor. Normally trekkers always trek up via the Hulu Langat (Pangsun) trail. As for us, we wanted to be different and took the least trekked Janda Baik trail in Pahang. This mountain actually borders three states - Selangor, Pahang and Negeri Sembilan.
It took us 4 hours to the Peak and a 3.5 hours down to the car park. Though we were very tired with sore muscles, we were all very satisfied with the new experience of trekking up Gunung Nuang via the Janda Baik trail. We would salute to all and the two puppies for making to the Peak at 4,898 feet.
06.30am - Ten of us met up at Centre Point car park area for free parking (opposite KBU)
07.00am - Traveled in two cars we headed to Kg. Bukit Tinggi for breakfast
Bukit Tinggi is a small town in Bentong district located along Kuala Lumpur–Karak Expressway, notable for its famous restaurants that lure visitors coming from Genting Highlands. Bukit Tinggi is located 55 minutes from Kuala Lumpur (54km) and lies 800 metres above sea level. The temperature of the town is between 22 and 26° Celsius.
Kg. Bukit Tinggi main road - at the end is the Police Station.
7.30am - We had very good breakfast in this Mun Chan Mee Stall along the Kg. Bukit Tinggi town main road.
Bernard Lee, Lily Yap and Cindy Chong enjoying the 'char-siew noodle' at Mun Chan Mee Stall, Kg. Bukit Tinggi.
Mervin Gan, Ching Jin Wei, Ching Jin Yuan at Mun Chan Mee Stall, Kg. Bukit Tinggi.
Taking breakfast at Mun Chan Mee Stall, Kg. Bukit Tinggi.
8.00am - Drove to the starting point or end of the road by following the ILMU signboard along the way. After passing by Kg. Janda Baik, we head towards the UMNO training centre called ILMU. At the UMNO training centre on our right, we proceed on for about 4km until we came to a junction where the tar road ends.
8.28am - the trek started at the car park beside the river on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
8.29am - our 1st obstacle was the river crossing on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
8.31am - everybody took out shoes except Ching Neng Bin in the 1st river crossing on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Neng Bin's two sons: Caason Ching Jin Yuan and Kenneth Ching Jin Wei on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Bernard Lee Kar Giap and Silvarajo in the 1st river crossing on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Lily Yap and Cindy Chong in the 1st river crossing on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
8.40am - having crossed the 1st river it was the start of the long trek up Gunung Nuang.
The first stretch of the Gunung Nuang trek was walking through fruit orchard and vegetable farms.
We noticed the three puppies from the farm-house following behind Cindy on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
We noticed the three puppies from the farm-house following behind Cindy on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
We noticed the durian fruits grow on the main branch instead of smaller branches.
We noticed the durian fruits grow on the main branch instead of smaller branches.
The three puppies still following us on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
The vegetable farm on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
The vegetable farm on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
The vegetable farm on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
8.55am - entering the Pahang forest reserved area on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Forest reserve notice on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
A short briefing by Bernard Lee on the Gunung Nuang's trail.
9.07am - Bernard Lee our team leader who trekked up this trail before, ordered us to take the trek on the right which was the beginning of the jungle trail that leads straight up the mountain. We were glad to have someone who could tell us what to expect along the way. Noticed only 2 puppies followed us, the 3rd puppy turned back to the farm.
Ching Jin Yuan and Bernard Lee entering the thick bamboo forest on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
"No problem" Ching Jin Wei shout out and gave a thumb up sign on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Cindy Chong leading all the way on the trek, such a tough lady.
9.18am - The terrain was rough as we had to pass through thick bushes, several fallen trees and through bamboo forest by 'duck walk' underneath some massive fallen bamboo trunks on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Passing through thick bushes, several fallen bamboo trunks on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Neng Bin and Ching Jin Yuan passing through bamboo forest on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Bernard Lee and Ching Neng Bin passing through bamboo forest on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
9.52am - arrived at the 2nd river, noticed the 2 puppies crossing the river on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
After walking for about 1.5 hour, we reached this 2nd river and took a rest. By facing the river, the waterfall is on the right side, and the trail to Nuang is on the left after crossing the river.
Ching Jin Wei's shoes on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Leeches bite on Lily's leg - leeches are aplenty not to mention other crawlies on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
The 2 puppies waiting anxiously and getting ready to trek up Gunung Nuang with us.
This was how the dog climbed! - while taking this shot Ching Neng Bin slipped and fell backwards.
10.06am - After a quick freshen up at the river, we continued to trek up the tough terrain. The trail got tougher and rougher as we ascend which was wet, muddy and very slippery. Along the way we were greeted with more muddy pits, fallen trees, slippery slopes as well as wet mossy shrubs on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
10.55am - Ching Neng bin found this large 'star fruit' look-alike along the trail to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Jin Yuan found this parasite plant and he must have angered a bee and was stung on his right shoulder - nothing serious just a bit swollen and painful along the trail to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
A very bright orange wild flower along the trail to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Silvarajo the sweeper found this biggest tree somewhere along the trail to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Mervin Gan and Ching Neng Bin took a rest at this stone marker 'P' for Pahang along the trail to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
We took a rest at this stone marker 'P' for Pahang along the trail to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Along the way, we were separated into two groups - Bernard Lee leading the fast trekkers while Lim Kee Moon, Silvarajo were with Lily Yap and Cindy Chong. We were about 45 minutes apart.
The puppies also took a rest while we were resting - very smart dog on the trek to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Jin Wei said that the trek infront is the hardest part to climb beside a rock cliff - almost vertical.
Finally after 4 hours of trekking, we arrived at Gunung Nuang's Peak at 1.00pm sharp.
There were plenty of squirrels at the Gunung Nuang's Peak looking for food.
Ching Neng Bin feeding the squirrel at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Neng Bin feeding the squirrel at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Neng Bin feeding the squirrel at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Jin Yuan also feeding the squirrel at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Jin Wei also feeding the squirrel at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Jin Wei also feeding the squirrel at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
We salute to the two puppies for making to the Gunung Nuang's Peak (1,493m/4,898ft) with us.
The Selangor Pahang border stone marker at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Ching Jin Yuan and Ching Jin Wei enjoying the cool mountain mist at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
The puppies too were enjoying the cool mountain air at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
L-R: Lim Kee Moon, Bernard Lee, Lily Yap, Cindy Chong at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
It was a real challenged for Lily Yap who almost gave up halfway into the journey. With the help and encouragement from Lim Kee Moon and Silvarajo, she kept moving up, step by step. Slowly but surely she was very determined to reach the peak at 1.48pm. Congratulations to you Lily Yap and also to Cindy Chong.
Bernard Lee's Team - a group photo at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
Silvarajo feeding eggs to the puppies for its incredible effort at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
We had lunch at Gunung Nuang's Peak and at about 2.00pm we started our journey down hill.
1.56pm - Singapore trekkers came in from the Hulu Langat trail.
The Singapore team trekkers at Gunung Nuang's Peak.
4.00pm - after 2 hours of descent we reached the Chemperoh Waterfall.
Chemperoh Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfall in Malaysia we have seen so far.
At the Chemperoh Waterfall we took a rest and went for a deep while waiting for other team members to come down
Ching Jin Wei had a swim at the Chemperoh Waterfall.
Ching Neng Bin loved the splashing cool water of Chemperoh Waterfall.
5.00pm - after an hour of rest we continued our descent to the car park.
The farm workers sending their produce by lorry to KL.
6.45pm - we left the place for a restaurant in Kg. Bukit Tinggi for dinner.
7.13pm - arrived at Restoran Mei Sei Ka in Kg. Bukit Tinggi for dinner.
We rewarded ourselves with a good meal for another successful Gunung Nuang's Peak trekking conquest.
We rewarded ourselves with a good meal for another successful Gunung Nuang's Peak trekking conquest.
On the way home, Ching Neng Bin bought some doughnut for supper.
Total expenses was RM30per person for food and transport - free for the two drivers.
Checklist for Trekking
Checklist for Trekking
1. A 25- to 35-litre backpack containing the following items:
- Camera (fully charged)
- First-aid & plasters
- Food: Chocolates, biscuits
- Gloves
- Hand phone (fully charged)
- Insect repellents
- Plastic bags (to keep things dry; in case it rains)
- Raincoat or plastic poncho (compulsory)
- Swiss knife, foldable scissors
- Torchlight (compulsory)
- T-shirts (for changing)
- Wallet/purse
- Water bottle/drinks(2 litres)
- Wind Breaker
3. Wear long trousers or knee-length tights/pants.
4. Keep in the car: Camera charger, extra clothing to change
Sandals, Towel or sarong (for changing), Water to refresh/wash
Ching, I admire your adventurous spirit. Congratulations to you and to your team. Thanks for sharing. I enjoy reading the story. BTW, what happened to the other puppy that did not make it?
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TQ, this is Good just what we needed to prepare our November trip to Annapurna. Wonder what my fellow Trekkers are going to say about that ? Usually it's the Ulu Langat way which you rightly pointed out!
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The waterfall name is Chemperoh Waterfalls. The water is always very cold because very little sunlight here.....
ReplyDeleteThanks.. my friends and i are looking for a trail to go on 6/11/11 (holiday).. This looks more interesting than the usual Ulu Langat route. Any way I can have a trekking trail guide/map (unless we have a ready guide to lead us there).. chrs.Irene
ReplyDeleteAppreciate for sharing your adventurous spirit in jungle trekking and travelling.Congrats to all who take part in trek up the peak
ReplyDeletethanks Ching for the post !
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing the wonderful trip n beautiful pics.
ReplyDeleteHi Ching,
ReplyDeleteCongrats for making another tough dream come true,no easy feat man!
You guys never quit looking for new adventures. Lovely canine puppies to keep you company going up the Gunung. You salute them, Wow; how about some kind words to your fellow trekkers, like super comradeship?
alan kok
Hi Ching,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your experience ! We trekked up Nuang few years back in preparation for our Mt. KK climb. We went from Ulu Langat way. I would like to try the way you took in the near future.
Regards,
W.T. @ Liew MK
Ching,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the sharing...really a great hike by you all,..btw the puppy belongs to who? how the puppy cross the river? I like the puppy especially if you hike G.Batu putih & if you are lucky one wild dog used to follow hiker up to the peak like this 3 small puppies. If your team wish to do another round of Nuang hike do let me know, I'm interested to join.
Hi pal, enjoyed every bit of your trekking venture to Gunung Nuang's Peak.
ReplyDeleteBro Ching Neng Bin,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations for your excursion up Gunung Nuang. I must salute you for the capability at this age of yours.
Best Rgds. AnSoN
Hi Ching,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing so many adventures of yours. Enjoy reading them. Inspiring. CONGRATS to you & yr team!
I am thinking to go for 3D2N camping trip in Semenyih with my son & few scouts this 6th Nov, but I think your G. Nuang trip is much more attractive. Is there a place we can camp along the trail for abt 6-8 persons? Do you have a map of the area or GPS tracks/coordinates? That will be useful for us.
Btw, the fern picture - is a ant fern (ant-fern association). If I am not mistaken, it is a Lecanopteris. Interesting ant house... like a big bangalow!
Cheers,
patrick
Hi Patrick,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the name of the fern. I do not have a map or GPS coordinates.
There are two spots where you can camp: first is at the peak; it can be very cold at night and no water source. You can set up tent either on the open ground or inside an already made metal structured tent. The second place is of course the waterfall area which I like most; however, you have to clear a flat ground to pitch tent.
If for a two-night camp, I suggest you camp the first night up on the peak and the second night at the waterfall area or vice versa. At the peak you do not need a tent but require thick clothing and plastic sheet as blanket and as windbreaker.
Hi Peng,
ReplyDeleteAfter watching all your adventures I really envy you guys. I wish I am younger then to join you guys enjoying outdoor adventures. Thanks for sharing.
Ching Neng Bin,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your wonderful adventures. Glad you loved it and it must have been nice to have the puppies along the way too. Very adventurous and continue to enjoy all your hiking/trekking trips. I am sure they are very satisfying too. May all your trips bring with it more happy memories and wonderful adventures. Thanks for sharing. Jaya
Hi Neng Bin,
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for those adventurer's photos. You must be very healthy, strong, alert & enjoying your life. By the way how old are you?
Retired from govt or private sector? I have already retired 5 years back but still working in the private sector. Appreciate very much if you could call me on my h/phone 016-4157800. Best regards to you & family. Take care.
Perhaps you might want to try camping out at the peak like what these fellas did: http://www.jimmychew.com/Places/Gunung-Nuang-camping/
ReplyDeleteGosh how sad I missed this trip! My kind of outing actually. Thanks Ching for the photos. But I had a wonderful 10 days back in Ipoh meeting all the junior tennis players all over the world playing in the ITF Grade 4 Tennis tournament in Ipoh. Do let me know of other outings.
ReplyDeleteHi Ching,
ReplyDeleteReading your blog article on Gunung Nuang the 3rd time, I can't help but just want to tell you, I simple like the pic of you with the two country farm puppies resting: The small puppies too were enjoying the cool mountain air....I'd saved the pic for my collection of good pics. Regards,
Alan Kok
KL
Dear Mr Ching
ReplyDeleteThank you very much for sharing with me all your exciting backpack tours. You are truly OUTWARD BOUNDER. You not only enjoying yourself so much, you are also a Great Father to your 2 sons and Great Friends to many and Great Master to your puppies. I like to dedicate this Quote to you by Paul L. Oliver, "The Greatest Good you can do for another is not just share with him your riches, but to reveal to him his own". Best regards and God Bless.
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ReplyDeleteHi Ching,
ReplyDeleteMy name is Wani and hope this email finds u well. I just saw ur blog for mt nuang trip in 2011 via Janda Baik route and I wanted to plan a climbing trip via Janda Baik to instead of Pangsun. May I ask a few question:-
1) Is it safe to park our car 4km after the ILMU?
2)FYI, this is my 1st time climbing nuang, may i know the we can follow the route without guide? Is it ok to use GPS to avoid lost?
Perhaps u can advise any tips as I plan to do a day-pack trip (not overnite). I’ll start climbing at 6.00am coz I’m bringing beginner climbers coz they’re not really fit (need to have buffer time to catch up the waterfall) and return down by 6:30pm
Regards,
Wani
Hi Wani,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your interest in my blog. Yes, it is very safe to park your car there like we did.
Yes you can easily trek up the gunung with the trek insight. Just be careful of the trek after the river crossing, continue the trek on the left.
You do not need a guide, unless, you are also a beginner. You can try your GPS, however, it may not work due to the large trees around. Time yourself, if you don't make it to the summit in 5.5hours, you have to trek back.
i just had a hike up to the peak last Sunday with six others, its a wounderful trek from Janda Baik. though i took 7 hrs to ascend and decend, its enjoyable. But the waterfall is just so-so, the waterfalls at the Stong, Dabong, Gua Musang is more serene and beautiful. have u guys been there?
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