Tioman has one of the last untouched dipterocarp forests in the South China Sea. The lush greenery is home to a wide range of wildlife including protected species such as mousedeer, binturong, long-tailed macaque, slow loris, black giant squirrel and brush-tailed porcupine. There are no large mammal predators on the island. Trekking is an excellent way to enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest while breathing in the fresh, cool air. There are several trek routes in Tioman and among them is the 7km route from Tekek to Juara which links the east and west coasts of the island.
The path is fringed on either side with outstretched branches and dotted with mass-covered granite boulders.
Trek Routes
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Routes |
Distance |
Duration (hours) |
Description |
|
Tekek-Juara |
7km |
2 |
Terrain: Hilly Sight: Rapids, mousedeer, herbs, fireflies, a variety of birds |
|
Mukut-Asah Waterfalls |
2km |
1 |
Terrain: Hilly Sight: Rapids, waterfalls, natural pools, herbs, flora & fauna |
|
Mukut-Twins Peaks |
4km |
2 |
Terrain: Hilly Sights: Bonsai garden, scenic view |
|
Air Batang-Salang |
8km |
4 |
Terrain: Hilly Sights: Scenic view, flora & fauna |
Avid climbers can take a six-hour hike to conquer Mount Kajang (1038 metres), the highest peak on the island. For rock climbing enthusiasts, the sites at Tekek, Mukut and Juara are ideal for scaling. Experienced climbers can embark on an adrenaline-pumping ascent over Gunung Nenek Semukut (also known as Twin Peaks). Gunung Semukut is more than twice the height of the Eiffel Tower. So far, only a few successful climbs have been made to its peak.
