GUNUNG TEBU(SUGARCANE MOUNTAIN)

Mount Tebu is a mountain in the state of Terengganu Darul Iman, Malaysia where the mountain height is 1.039 meters (3.408 feet).

Mount Tebu is the highest peak in Terengganu with the height of about 1.039 meters (m) above sea level. It is located in kampong jabi besut and uniqueness of his earth form interface attract local and foreign climbers visit the country. Mount Tebu has always been a goal of local climbers who regularly hold group travel, but some travel agencies offer packages expedition captured the summit of Mount Tebu. Climbing that mountain takes two or three days.

Forests and mountains in Terengganu are mainly located in the interior of the state which is also part of the Titiwangsa range. Some of the mountains are mainly composed of granite and are steeply tilted and founded sandstone outcrops along the river. This will require the assistance of some techniques and simple gears such as robe and hook. However, some mountains with trails properly marked help the climber a lot especially beginners.

Gunung Tebu is a unique peak shrouded in many tales and mysteries  The peak is very unique and has all kinds of tales attached to it. People are supposed to practice silat there, meditate and there is even a grave up there. The mountain is really unique, because you can spend the whole day walking around the peak area, which seems to never end.

. The peak is huge with a beautiful surrounding of stunted trees and tall long grass. It will be good idea to adhere to rules tied to the superstitions and beliefs when you climb this mountain as many mysterious happening are said to have taken place here. The hike up can be done in about 5-6 hours and from the top, and spectacular sunrises with the views of the South China Sea can be seen. To get to the start of the trek, you have to take a bus to Besut town. From there, take a cab to Lata Tembakoh Recreational Forest where the trailhead is located.

Gunung Tebu is located in Besut, Terengganu, req 5~8 hrs hike to the summit of 'natural bongsai garden'. The summit has a camping ground which could house more than 50 twin sharing tents. Fresh water can be easily obtain fr the brook.

Allow a spectacular view for Pulau Perhentian, Bukit Keluang & Kuala Besut in good weather. Quite cooling at night. Be sure to bring enough clothing.

Climbing mountain is a pleasant experience in Terengganu simply because most of the mountains in this area are covered by thick tropical rainforest with rich vegetation in addition to the significant diverse of temperature between lowland and mountain area that creates a mossy and misty scenery in the forest.

Getting There   

To get to the starting of the trek you have to take a bus to Besut town. From there, take a cab to Hutan Lipur Lata Tembakoh. It would also be a good idea to ask the cab driver to come back at an agreed date because the place is rather secluded and getting back to town would be a problem. When you reach Lata Tembakoh, cross the suspended bridge on your right and take the cement path on your left. Continue until the river narrows and you reach a campsite where there are two rivers joining into one bigger river. This campsite is known as Sungai "Y" and is suitable as your first campsite should you arrive at Lata Tembakoh late in the evening. From the suspended bridge to sungai "Y" campsite, it should take about 30 minutes.

"haha,it was a great place to train your mental and physical.I have climb this mountain using 6 hours and lack of water and food , our whole team exhaust their energy and we climb to the peak view all the land and sea.Remember to bring about > 6 Liters water with glucose if you are ready to climb the mountain.Any enquiries , feel free to email me. "

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GUNUNG TEBU MAPS

FISHING PACKAGE
AROUND HENTIAN ISLAND
REDANG ISLAND
LANG TENGAH ISLAND
BIDONG ISLAND
AND RHU HENTIAN ISLAND
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