Mount Ophir ( Gunung Ledang ) Trek - Sagil Trail

Gunung Ledang ( or Mount Ophir as it is otherwise better known ) is the most visited mountain in Malaysia. The legendary beauty of Mount Ophir has made it one of Johor's most popular attractions for hikers and birdwatchers. The mountain offers several nature trails to its summit, some lovely waterfalls, and modern facilities for camping and picnicking near its base.

Trek members need to be very fit as we shall attempt the summit & descend down to base camp in 1 single day. Be prepared for up to 12 hours of trekking for this summit attempt in a single day.

Our camp will be at Elephant Pool campsite which is one-third up the mountain ( 550-m ) on the Sagil Trail. Nearby is where you'll find the most beautiful part of the entire Ophir waterfalls - Twin Falls. Higher up are just trails and challenging terrain for the summit prospects ( Ophir is a favourite training ground for those with higher summit aspirations in the higher ranges ).

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. For big groups, we will engage the local ranger/mountain guide for additional safety.

Altho no technical skills are required, trekking Mount Ophir is nevertheless a physically demanding challenge. The exertion will be rewarded with the fun times spent at the nice waterfalls, possibly a chance encounter with the local wildlife, and standing atop its summit.

Summit Trails: Mount Ophir can be climbed from either the Malacca or Johor side. From Malacca, the trail starts at the Asahan village near the reservoir and this is more straight forward and easier compared to the Johor side. The trail from Johor starts near Sagil village beside a cascade of waterfall within the grounds of Gunung Ledang Resort.

Arrangement Includes: Trek leaders, private charter transport, group camping gear, all meals except one breakfast.

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The climate is tropically humid and a trek in such condition is physically draining. The night in camp can be chilly in the early morning just before dawn. Everyone needs to be prepared for bad weather with basic waterproofing gear ( ponchos, rain-coats, even umbrellas are helpful ...! ). Waterproofing for your backpack is a must.

The trek up to camp can be very slippery when it rains. Having a pair of good hiking boots will make a lot of difference and gives you better grip on wet / muddy grounds. A walking stick is especially useful in such conditions. Those going to summit need to be prepared to handle more technical terrain such as pulling yourself up ( and down ) 2-storey high boulders using fixed ropes so the trek is obviously not for those with height phobia.

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