Gunung Besar Hantu (GBH)

Description

Background:

This challenging and rewarding trek leads to Gunung Besar Hantu, the highest peak in Negeri Sembilan, and is often compared to Gunung Nuang for its long distance and physically demanding sections. It is not suitable for beginners and is recommended only for hikers with good fitness levels and prior hiking experience.

The journey to Gunung Besar Hantu begins at the Taman Negeri Kenaboi trailhead, with the initial section following an old logging road. As you continue, the trail involves crossing a few streams, including Sungai Kering, where a campsite is located.

As you approach the summit, you’ll enter a beautiful mossy forest. This is a unique feature for a mountain of this altitude in the region. Upon reaching the peak, you’ll find a spacious clearing that offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys on a clear day.

Hike Information:

📍 Location: Jelebu, Negeri Sembilan

📜 Permit: Mandatory

🧑‍✈️ Licensed MGP Guide: Mandatory

📏 Distance: ~ 16 km (Return)

⛰ Peak Height: 1,462 m / 4,797 ft

📈 Elevation Gain: ~ 1,300 m / ~ 4,265 ft

⚠️ Difficulty Rating: 7/10 (Challenging)

📍 Peak Coordinates: 3°13’40.6″N 102°00’44.7″E 👉 [View on Google Maps]

👥 MGP Guide to Hiker Ratio:

• The standard MGP guide-to-hiker ratio is 1:7, but where guides are optional, the recommended ratio is 1:10.
• If your group has more than 7 or 10 participants, additional guides will be required to maintain the mandated safety ratio.
• This requirement ensures safety, compliance with forestry regulations, and a better hiking experience for all participants.

🔢 Ratio Examples:

• 1–7 hikers → 1 guide
• 8–14 hikers → 2 guides
• 15–21 hikers → 3 guides
• 22–28 hikers → 4 guides

💬 Next Steps After Payment:

• 📧 Confirmation: You’ll receive a booking confirmation within 10 minutes. If you don’t receive a confirmation email, please contact our customer support team.
• 📱 WhatsApp Group: All registered participants will be added to a dedicated WhatsApp group for final updates, reminders, and important hike information.
• 🎫 Voucher Type: Please present your mobile voucher along with your identification or passport on the day of the hike.

Tentative – Gunung Besar Hantu

3:00 AM – Assemble at Taman Alam Liar Negeri Kenaboi 👉 [View on Google Maps]

3:45 AM – Safety briefing, gear check & warm-up

4:00 AM – Begin hike to Y junction

5:00 AM – Arrive at Y junction and continue the hike to Sungai Kering

6:30 AM – Arrive at Kem Sungai Kering

7:30 AM – Continue the hike to Kem Orkid

10:30 AM – Arrive at Kem Orkid (rest)

11:00 AM – Continue the hike to the GBH summit

1:00 AM – Expected arrival at the summit

2:00 AM – Begin descent to Kem Orkid

2:45 AM – Arrive at Kem Orkid

3:00 PM – Continue the journey to Sungai Kering

5:00 PM – Arrive at Sungai Kering

5:30 PM – Continue the journey to the trailhead

7:00 PM – Arrive at the trailhead | End of hike

Notes:

1. This tentative schedule is for guidance only and may change depending on actual conditions, including traffic delays, weather conditions, varying group pace, or delays by participants.
2. All real-time updates and changes will be communicated through a designated WhatsApp group.
   If you are coming from the south, it is recommended to meet at Petronas Pekan Kuala Klawang 👉 [View on Google Maps ] before travelling together to the meeting point.
3. There is little to no mobile network coverage at the meeting point. Please complete all mobile communications beforehand to avoid communication issue.