Gunung Mat Cincang
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VancityAussie
Vancouver, Canada221 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Forget the distance of the hike - the challenge is the extremely steep incline. We’re relative fit people and it pushed us to our limits.
Probably should have left much earlier than we did. Started at 1pm and took just over 2hrs to reach the start of the peak. In the extremely hot summer weather we decided to call it a day just prior to the summit - it was way too hot without shade and we’d already powered through 2 litres of water each.
Great views from the top but be prepared to scramble and pull yourself over rocks for much of the way.
If we did it again we’d bring over 3 litres of water and start much much earlier.
Disappointed that we saw no wildlife during our 5 hours on this trek. Just a few bats but no monkeys, despite all the signs there were even none at the Seven Wells.
Probably should have left much earlier than we did. Started at 1pm and took just over 2hrs to reach the start of the peak. In the extremely hot summer weather we decided to call it a day just prior to the summit - it was way too hot without shade and we’d already powered through 2 litres of water each.
Great views from the top but be prepared to scramble and pull yourself over rocks for much of the way.
If we did it again we’d bring over 3 litres of water and start much much earlier.
Disappointed that we saw no wildlife during our 5 hours on this trek. Just a few bats but no monkeys, despite all the signs there were even none at the Seven Wells.
Written 14 January 2020
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FCR_Bayern
London, UK317 contributions
Jan 2020
Hiked up here (not the peak with the cable car but the peak you need to hike up and down). It was really amazing BUT:
It hadnt rained for days when we did it and thus almost no insects and stones weren’t slippery.
I run 8 miles in under an hour 5 times a week and this hike was really exhausting.
Make sure to start you ascend not later than 9:30 as otherwise the heat will fry you.
Right now jan 2020 the hiking trail is in a bad shape. It often felt more like a climb than a hike.
Take at least 2 liters of water per person with you.
You need to be fit and not afraid of heights. Only very few people hike up here. We met in total six people during our ascend and descend.
Took us 2:10h to get up and nearly the same time to get down (due to the bad shape of the track getting down is actually challenging).
It was super rewarding to swim in the waterfall wells once we finished the hike/climb.
If i would have known how hard this one will be i would have probably passed on this. Still made it but it was challenging for a fit person.
It hadnt rained for days when we did it and thus almost no insects and stones weren’t slippery.
I run 8 miles in under an hour 5 times a week and this hike was really exhausting.
Make sure to start you ascend not later than 9:30 as otherwise the heat will fry you.
Right now jan 2020 the hiking trail is in a bad shape. It often felt more like a climb than a hike.
Take at least 2 liters of water per person with you.
You need to be fit and not afraid of heights. Only very few people hike up here. We met in total six people during our ascend and descend.
Took us 2:10h to get up and nearly the same time to get down (due to the bad shape of the track getting down is actually challenging).
It was super rewarding to swim in the waterfall wells once we finished the hike/climb.
If i would have known how hard this one will be i would have probably passed on this. Still made it but it was challenging for a fit person.
Written 6 January 2020
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YogaNow
Langkawi22 contributions
700 metres climb. 2 hours up. 1 hour down.
Starting from the car park at 7 Wells (Telaga Tujuh) follow the steps all the way to the top and then cross the stream where there are all the signboards in Malay.
There is a small trail that goes into the Jungle - easy to follow and comfortably shady. It winds back and forth across a little stream (in a few places it's just about deep enough to get in for a refreshing soak, but the fish will nibble you). There are a few concrete bridges to cross the stream.
Eventually you will come to a sign that says you are at about 1300 metres above sea level (I can't remember the exact altitude on the sign but it is grossly innaccurate - really you are only at about 250 metres above sea level) and other signs in Malay warning you to turn back. Unless you are an experienced hiker this is good advice, as things get distinctly more challenging from this point on
From this point on the trail becomes narrower and trickier. Best done with good walking shoes. You round the side of a hill until you come to a large gully full of rocks.
Cross the gully and you will find the trail on the opposite side. From here on in the trail is quite steep and the ropes that have been installed are quite useful, especially in rainy season when the the trail is muddy and treacherously slippery.
At the top of the steepest part you meet some rock walls. Look around for the carniverous fly trap plants. From here the forest thins out and trail climbs towards the summit through bushes. You get some beautiful views across at the cable car and the ocean and on a clear day a few islands.
From the summit the view is quite obscured by bushes, though you will be able to see down into the valley below and over towards Telaga Harbour, the airport and beyond that. There's a sign at the summit that says 702 metres which is probably accurate. There is a small trail along the top of the summit .
WARNING - If you are caught in the clouds don't go exploring on the summit, as the trail is very narrow and only a few low bushes separate you from a 700 metre drop to the valley below.
Bring LOTS of water. I know 3 litres per person sounds excessive for a two hour hike, but believe me it is not. The trail can be very slippery in rainy season. There's a sign at the car park asking you to register if you are going to climb, but there is rarely anyone there to register with and trying to get you to fork out for a guide (renjer). Bring a phone.
Leave yourself time to stop at the waterfall on the way back down and soak out those tired legs. Rehydrate with a coconut by the carpark.
Starting from the car park at 7 Wells (Telaga Tujuh) follow the steps all the way to the top and then cross the stream where there are all the signboards in Malay.
There is a small trail that goes into the Jungle - easy to follow and comfortably shady. It winds back and forth across a little stream (in a few places it's just about deep enough to get in for a refreshing soak, but the fish will nibble you). There are a few concrete bridges to cross the stream.
Eventually you will come to a sign that says you are at about 1300 metres above sea level (I can't remember the exact altitude on the sign but it is grossly innaccurate - really you are only at about 250 metres above sea level) and other signs in Malay warning you to turn back. Unless you are an experienced hiker this is good advice, as things get distinctly more challenging from this point on
From this point on the trail becomes narrower and trickier. Best done with good walking shoes. You round the side of a hill until you come to a large gully full of rocks.
Cross the gully and you will find the trail on the opposite side. From here on in the trail is quite steep and the ropes that have been installed are quite useful, especially in rainy season when the the trail is muddy and treacherously slippery.
At the top of the steepest part you meet some rock walls. Look around for the carniverous fly trap plants. From here the forest thins out and trail climbs towards the summit through bushes. You get some beautiful views across at the cable car and the ocean and on a clear day a few islands.
From the summit the view is quite obscured by bushes, though you will be able to see down into the valley below and over towards Telaga Harbour, the airport and beyond that. There's a sign at the summit that says 702 metres which is probably accurate. There is a small trail along the top of the summit .
WARNING - If you are caught in the clouds don't go exploring on the summit, as the trail is very narrow and only a few low bushes separate you from a 700 metre drop to the valley below.
Bring LOTS of water. I know 3 litres per person sounds excessive for a two hour hike, but believe me it is not. The trail can be very slippery in rainy season. There's a sign at the car park asking you to register if you are going to climb, but there is rarely anyone there to register with and trying to get you to fork out for a guide (renjer). Bring a phone.
Leave yourself time to stop at the waterfall on the way back down and soak out those tired legs. Rehydrate with a coconut by the carpark.
Written 30 April 2010
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Peter O
Singapore, Singapore16 contributions
Dec 2016 • Solo
I had no idea what to expect when I started hiking the jungle trail right after reaching the Seven Wells waterfalls. It was easy to begin with, gentle slope and clear steps to walk.
There were paths that had short bridges over streams of river water and concrete steps to walk on. Didn't think it was challenging at all.
After almost an hour of easy trail walking through the jungle, I came to a point where I stood in front a fairly steep slope (50 degree incline) with a rope leading to what I believe is a milestone in the trail. I started climbing up to reach the milestone.
There was a sign up there that says U-Turn with some Malay text (translated as "it is advisable to engage a qualified local guide if you want to go to the top, otherwise, you should u-turn"). I didn't understand Malay and didn't know what the sign says then. So I continued on my own, though not properly attired (I was wearing a pair of running shoes, shorts and having 1/2 empty bottle of water, no more than 250ml left).
The hike from this point onwards was all climbing along narrow trail at 50-60 degree incline, relying on the rope affixed along the trail. It was gruesome, at some point dangerous as there was heavy downpour the night before, with slippery rocks. The hike up to the peak took more than an hour as I had to take breaks in between. Nevertheless it was well worth the efforts. I was rewarded with an awesome view of the area at 701m above sea level. This mountain (Mat Cincang) is also the second highest mountains in Langkawi. It was very breezy at that height.
Coming down was easier though tiring too. It took me slightly more than 1/2 the time I took going up, to get back to where the waterfalls is. By the time I'm done, I was thirsty, with some cuts on both my legs from the rocks, and hungry, having missed my lunch.
I would probably want to do it again in the future, but will certainly be better prepared.
There were paths that had short bridges over streams of river water and concrete steps to walk on. Didn't think it was challenging at all.
After almost an hour of easy trail walking through the jungle, I came to a point where I stood in front a fairly steep slope (50 degree incline) with a rope leading to what I believe is a milestone in the trail. I started climbing up to reach the milestone.
There was a sign up there that says U-Turn with some Malay text (translated as "it is advisable to engage a qualified local guide if you want to go to the top, otherwise, you should u-turn"). I didn't understand Malay and didn't know what the sign says then. So I continued on my own, though not properly attired (I was wearing a pair of running shoes, shorts and having 1/2 empty bottle of water, no more than 250ml left).
The hike from this point onwards was all climbing along narrow trail at 50-60 degree incline, relying on the rope affixed along the trail. It was gruesome, at some point dangerous as there was heavy downpour the night before, with slippery rocks. The hike up to the peak took more than an hour as I had to take breaks in between. Nevertheless it was well worth the efforts. I was rewarded with an awesome view of the area at 701m above sea level. This mountain (Mat Cincang) is also the second highest mountains in Langkawi. It was very breezy at that height.
Coming down was easier though tiring too. It took me slightly more than 1/2 the time I took going up, to get back to where the waterfalls is. By the time I'm done, I was thirsty, with some cuts on both my legs from the rocks, and hungry, having missed my lunch.
I would probably want to do it again in the future, but will certainly be better prepared.
Written 21 December 2016
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Bernard K
118 contributions
Apr 2018 • Solo
The hike was awesome! I enjoyed myself hiking all the way up to the summit of the 2nd highest mountain in Langkawi. As compared to Gunung Raya, the height is shorter but the terrain is much harder. The hike begins from the Seven Wells Waterfall and you basically hike up and down through undulating terrain for a while before you see the ropes. From here on, it's quite steep and you will eventually reach a sign that ask you to do a u-turn. Ignore this sign and turn left where you will be guided by a series of ropes before you see the sign 'you are 600 metres above sea level'. The terrain still remains steep and challenging at this stage till you reach the summit. Look towards your left and you will be able to see the touristy SkyCab and SkyBridge. I personally prefer the summit more than the commercialized tourist spots nearby. The weather was perfect and this is highly recommended for anyone who relish a challenge. The best part is that you can come down and soak in the atmosphere by dipping into the waters at Seven Wells waterfall.
Written 24 April 2018
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DianaWangdi
Paro, Bhutan70 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
This is a must in Pulau Langkawi, the Gunung Mat Cincang Cable Car. There is a two stop point for a peak view, both offers a really great view, with cool crisp breeze and scenic view in Langkawi. Eagle seem soaring freely and you will feel like in the top of the world.Cable Car itself is quite brand new with highly maintained . (At the highest peak point there, the photo of us that shot by the staff , is bargainable!!!) So before buy, bargain first😊😊
Written 16 August 2014
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Philip M
Pichilemu, Chile99 contributions
Sept 2019
It is a bit expensive, but I recommend taking the 4 in 1 ticket to the cable car that includes 3 more activities at the base Oriental village such as 4d cinema or the 3d art museum !
Written 18 September 2019
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Jonathan Mui
47 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
Although the mountain isn't very tall, this hike is actually extremely challenging especially after the u-turn sign where the inclines get extremely steep and you have to make use of the ropes to help yourselves up. There are also certain short intervals where there are no ropes for support and you have to hold on tightly to rocks or trees to climb from rope to rope. Good news is, the hike in the initial stage is relatively simple. Do take note that should you try to hike after rainfall, the routes may not be easy to find due to fallen trees. Thus, it is recommended you download the app MAPS.ME since the app has a map of this particular hiking route. There are also red markers tied to trees and signs along the easy part of the hiking route so as long as you follow the markers, you wouldn't get lost. It is also recommended you wear compression tights, tight fitting long sleeved shirts and thick long socks for the hike as there are many leeches in the forest. I would also recommend anyone who wants to try the hike to be properly attired in proper hiking boots and gloves so that you get more grip climbing up and down the mountain, especially since the rocks and the steep inclines near the top can cause you to slip down really easily.
Written 19 July 2019
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AnSu2014
Frankfurt, Germany58 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
Not mentioned in any of the travel guides we consulted this was a great hike! How hard you find it depends on your fitness levels - we went up there with 2 kids (11 and 13) in well under 2 hours (one way), we've had a young couple zooming past us and a group of mid fifties already calling it a day at the first shelter...
Do try it - at the bottom (i.e. beginning and end of your hike) are the 7 wells, which are a must do anyway.
The path starts at 7 wells with the obligatory concrete stairs, but gets better and better until towards the summit you're pulling yourself up the rope. It is pretty steep, but absolutely doable.
1 1/2 l of water per person, some biscuits and 4 hours of your time is all you need.
The views are great, although similar to the cable car platform (you can see the cable car from the summit), but the hike itself is why you'd do it.
Do try it - at the bottom (i.e. beginning and end of your hike) are the 7 wells, which are a must do anyway.
The path starts at 7 wells with the obligatory concrete stairs, but gets better and better until towards the summit you're pulling yourself up the rope. It is pretty steep, but absolutely doable.
1 1/2 l of water per person, some biscuits and 4 hours of your time is all you need.
The views are great, although similar to the cable car platform (you can see the cable car from the summit), but the hike itself is why you'd do it.
Written 17 January 2019
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fcl2929
Shah Alam, Malaysia612 contributions
Whenever I travel to Langkawi, I usually hire a car as it is cheap to get one, of course travel during non peak date, hence car rental company can be offer rate like RM 80 to RM 150 per car day depend on car type. One gets Perodua Viva, Mits, Cefiro, Honda Accord. Then you can move around freely in vast and beautiful island of Langkawi. Drive to Gunung Mat Cincang which is located near Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort.
Welcome to Oriental Village with many shops selling souvenirs, handicraft, batik clothing, localized restaurant and of course the huge ticket counter selling ticket for Gunung Mat Cincang Cable Car. One will never miss the beautiful background scenery, cable car climbing up the tall misty Gunung Mat Cincang Mountain and disappeared from view.
I like the rides, quiet, windy, sound made by the wind seeping into the cabin, higher it goes, cooler the wind, beautiful scenery, green, blue color sea, sometime misty. At one juncture, cable car climb steep can say near 80degrees climb..steep..wow ! One is welcome to 1st station which you can stop nd visit enjoy the cool air and scenery and also there is 2nd station before coming back. Hanging Bridge is at 2nd Station, but during my visit it was closed for renovation.
Welcome to Oriental Village with many shops selling souvenirs, handicraft, batik clothing, localized restaurant and of course the huge ticket counter selling ticket for Gunung Mat Cincang Cable Car. One will never miss the beautiful background scenery, cable car climbing up the tall misty Gunung Mat Cincang Mountain and disappeared from view.
I like the rides, quiet, windy, sound made by the wind seeping into the cabin, higher it goes, cooler the wind, beautiful scenery, green, blue color sea, sometime misty. At one juncture, cable car climb steep can say near 80degrees climb..steep..wow ! One is welcome to 1st station which you can stop nd visit enjoy the cool air and scenery and also there is 2nd station before coming back. Hanging Bridge is at 2nd Station, but during my visit it was closed for renovation.
Written 4 February 2015
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Is the trail up to Gunung Mat Cincang currently passable? Asking because of the lockdown over the last few months which may have resulted in a trail being overgrown with vegetation.
We tried Gunung Raya last week and a huge tree had fallen right across the trail 400 meters into the trail and it was too thick to go around the side of it. Had to turn back.
Written 25 August 2020
Do you need a guide to do this Trek/climb. If I hike on my own how do I do it. Where is the starting point and how do it get there. I hope to start at 8am and how many hours does it take to complete the climb. Please advise me.
Written 7 July 2018
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