Climb up Angsi

The biggest challenge in reaching this mountain’s summit comes right at the beginning, writes Aznim Ruhana Md Yusup

The view from the peak of Gunung Angsi.

Group photo with Makna staff and volunteers. Photo courtesy of Vemanna Appannah (extreme left). take stock of where you are, and appreciate the surroundings. People go hiking for many reasons, but I believe it’s important to do it with a sense of ecological awareness and conservation.

As we walked along the track, we came across a much-welcome sign: “18 mins to Summit”. True enough, it took us that long to reach the peak. Along the way there’s the “Waterfall View” lookout point, although we couldn’t spot any waterfalls, only the Seremban suburbs.

The clearing at the peak is large enough for a small hut with a humorous bus stop sign. There’s a lookout point with a wonderful view of nearby hills and peaks. We ate

Steep summit over tree roots at the start of the hike.