Bukit Tabur (East) Hike

Spectacular view of the dam during sunset

After checking out the stunning photos of this hike, me and my friend were convinced this was a must to be here. However, bare in mind that waking up at 6 a.m. to hike in the heat didn't sound appealing, so you better go early in the morning or late evening. Let's take a look at my sharing:

How to do it yourself:

The most challenging part to reach the peak

We did a ton of research. A TON. And it was actually quite difficult to find solid information about this hike. Some people warned how dangerous it was and claimed it took 5-6 hours to complete, while others say it was a moderate hour-long hike.

There are a few different routes, but we kept finding conflicting information about which one to take. Plus, we had even read reports of needing a permit and sections of the trails being closed. But at the core of everything we read, people absolutely raved about this hike as being one of the coolest places in KL. We decided that since it was so difficult to find solid information on, we'd go with a guide.

• Open Sky Adventures has rave reviews on Trip Advisor and leads several outdoor trips that look amazing. 
• There are also hostel nearby for the backpackers and tourists at BackHome Hostel

Price: Considering this is a hike, the fee is quite steep. At RM50 MYR, you are paying for transportation, a guide and a meal, but most reviews we've read seem to claim it's worth the price.

How long: The guided groups tend to leave early in the morning, between 6 and 6:30 a.m., so you see sunrise and avoid the midday heat, and the return time is typically between 11 a.m. and noon. 

References: http://www.openskyadventures.com/