JUST 70 kilometres southeast of Kota Kinabalu city, Mount Trusmadi stands tall as Malaysia's second-highest natural peak, a haven for avid mountaineers seeking new challenges. Soaring 2,642 metres within a vast 184,527-hectare forest reserve, Mount Trusmadi beckons adventurers to explore its rich biodiversity spanning four Sabah districts.
For thrill-seekers, conquering Mount Trusmadi unfolds as a rewarding yet challenging odyssey. Unlike its renowned counterpart, Mount Kinabalu, climbers attest to Trusmadi's rugged trails and steep ascents, adding an extra layer of difficulty to the journey. Three trails await intrepid climbers—Wayaan Kaingaran from Tambunan (4.9km), Wayaan Mastan from Keningau (4.3km), and Wayaan Mannan from Sinua, Sook (11.3km). All climbers must be guided by forestry personnel or approved local guides, ensuring a safe and regulated ascent.
Climbing can be done in two days, but a recommended four-day expedition allows acclimatisation to higher altitudes and a deeper immersion in the forest's biological wonders—exotic plants, orchids, and diverse bird species.
Panoramic views from the summit, especially at dawn, reveal Mount Kinabalu and the surrounding landscapes, leaving climbers awe-inspired.
Mount Trusmadi, gazetted as a Class 1 Forest Reserve, boasts unique flora and fauna, with many species endemic to the area. The name itself, derived from the Dusun word "pinotorusan," meaning 'hunting ground,' narrates the tale of Madi, the hunter. Nature enthusiasts, whether seasoned climbers or those seeking alternatives to Mount Kinabalu, will find Mount Trusmadi an enchanting haven.
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