GUNUNG GAYONG

Located just two map squares away from Gunung Korbu, the characteristic of this moutain is exactly the same as Gunung Korbu. The are actually three ways to get to the summit of this mountain. First, the easiest way, is to climb Mount Korbu and continue trekking on the Titiwangsa Range for another two hours. I'll suggest this route if you just want to register your name on Mount Gayong and that's all. On the way there, the beautiful Titiwangsa Range can be seen clearly.


Green Heaven?? View on the way to summit

Second, climb Mount Yong Belar and it will take another 2 days to reach to reach Mount Gayong. On the way, you'll come across Mount Junction. This is a reverse route to Trans Version 1.0. This trek is exhilarating and require a good amount of fitness. Water supply is not available for most days. The advantage of this route is that this route start at Cameron Highland, at a high elevation of about 1600 meters. So, there's not much climbing to do. 


View from summit at 6 a.m.

Third, climb Mount Yong Yap and it will take another 4/5 days to reach the mountain. This route is not advisable and only suitable for those with super fitness. However this route provide the best view of equatorial rainforest from the top. And if weather is good, other mountains in Peninsular Malaysia can also be viewed from here. Experienced guide is a must for this trip. 

Please refer to the subsequent mountain for information.

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Height: 2173 m (Fourth highest in Peninsular Malaysia)

Location: Korbu Forest Reserve

Foot: Refer to different routes

Duration: Refer to subsequent mountains

Expedition type: Heavyweight backpacking

Suggested Rucsac Capacity: 60 liters

Estimated Rucsac Loading: 15-18 kg

Water Supply: Maximum 3 days without water, suggested water carrier: 7.5 liter per person

Summit temperature: 5-15 deg Celcius

To get to the foot of mountain:
Refer to subsequent mountains

Mountain Guides:
Korbu Route: Most Mount Korbu guides is able to guide this route
Yong Belar Route: Kelab Rekreasi Mahasiswa, UTM 
Yong Yap Route: Only a handful of people in Malaysia can do this

Emergency:
Make a written report to the nearby police station, stating your estimated day you exit the jungle.

   Ratings (Korbu Route)

Physical Light                                                                          Fit
View Poor                                                                   Excellent
Conservation Polluted                                                                Unspoilt
Accessibility Accessible                                                      Inaccessible
Technical Low                                                                       High
OVERALL Poor                                                                  E xcellent



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