Selangor, Malaysia
✓ VerifiedGunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus)
1,394 m
HardPermit required
12 km
Distance
600 m
Elevation gain
Guide required
Guide
Higher peak of the Gap-Gus combo above Frasers Hill — 12km out-and-back ridge climb through mossy jungle, usually done back-to-back with Gunung Gap. Locals call it Gus, short for Ulu Semangkok.
About this mountain
Gunung Ulu Semangkok — known to most hikers as Gus — is the higher half of the famous Gap-Gus combo that starts at The Gap on the old Bentong-Raub road below Frasers Hill. From the…
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FAQ
How high is Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus)?
Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus) stands 1,394 metres above sea level.
Where is Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus)?
Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus) is located in Selangor, Malaysia.
How difficult is Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus)?
Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus) is rated hard, with a main route of about 12 km.
Do I need a permit to hike Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus)?
Yes — a hiking permit is required for Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus). Selangor Forestry (SEFOREST) e-permit required — RM10 locals / RM30 foreigners. Apply at forestry.selangor.gov.my a few days ahead.
Do I need a guide for Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus)?
Yes — a licensed guide is required to climb Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus). Official guide is mandatory under SEFOREST rules. Most groups book a guide who runs the full Gap-Gus traverse and handles the permit.
When is the best time to hike Gunung Ulu Semangkok (Gus)?
year-round
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