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Gunung Ledang
Malaysia - Johor













 

Gunung Ledang or Mount Ophir is located at the Johor/Melaka border. Gunung Ledang is the highest mountain at 1,276m above sea level in the two southern states. It is also the 64th highest mountain in Malaysia and arguably the most climbed mountain in the country. It has the richest flora species in the world.

The legendary beauty of Gunung Ledang has made it one of Johor’s most popular attractions for hikers and birdwatchers. It is also commonly known as among the locals for its mystical character and as a camping destination rather than a hill resort.

Gunung Ledang is ideally-suited for picnickers, hard-core natural lovers, birdwatchers, rock-climbers, jungle trekkers and those who seek nature. this mountain offers challenging trails, cascading waterfalls, diverse birdlife, flora and fauna. Located at the Johor/Melaka border, climbers are rewarded with a panoramic view of the Straits of Melaka and Sumatran coastline on a clear day. You'll see giant butterflies, brightly colored spiders amidst wild tropical flowers of bright yellow, crimson and orange.

Everyone can enjoy themselves there regardless of their fitness levels. Those who just want a relaxing time can spend the day picnicking and walking at the foothills of the mountain where the Gunung Ledang Resort, the spectacular Puteri Waterfalls, and further along the Scenic Route, the Twin Waterfalls are located.

Beyond this and right up to the summit are rapids, rock cliffs, pools, caves, noteworthy flora and fauna. You will pass through sites with interesting names such as Kolam Anak Gajah (Baby Elephant Pool), Sungai Segi Tiga(Triangle River) the point where three streams merge into one, Gua Kambing (Goat Cave) which is the first of the three Gunung Ledang’s most challenging obstacles, and Botak Hill which is the last camp point just before hitting the summit.

Caution :

Don’t forget to bring your jacket because the summit can be uncomfortably chilly especially in the late evening and at night. Heavy mist also tends to rush and envelop the summit.

Facts :
Height: 1276 meters (Highest in Johor State) 
Location: Asahan, Melaka 
Summit temperature: 10-20 degrees Celsius

Getting there :
By Bus 
You can take a bus from Larkin Bus Station, Johor Bahru to Segamat. The journey will take about 3 hours.

By Rail
Take a KTM commuter train from Sentral Station, KL or Johor and alight at the Segamat train station. Driving from Johor Bahru to Segamat.

By Car
Drive to Segamat from Tebrau Higway. The journey will take about 2hours. From Segamat, continue driving to Sagil, a small town where Gunung Ledang is located. It will take about 45minutes from Segamat. Gunung Ledang is only 1km from the main road in Sagil.

Accommodation :
Modern chalets are available for those who wish to stay overnight here.

Address:
Gunung Ledang Resort, Tangkak
Bt, 26 Sagil, 84900 Tangkak,
Johor, Malaysia.

GPS:
2.342479, 102.623571
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Telephone:
+60-6977 2888

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