Important Tips

  1. Do not bring valueable items.
  2. Best to assess your fitness level before doing the climb, especially for Mount Trus Madi.
  3. Follow the paths designated for climbing and do not attempt to make your own. Be aware of the exposed routes along the way.
  4. Try to pack your climbing bag in light (Do not bring too many unnecessary things).
  5. For any special meal dietary requirement such as vegetarians, please inform our Mountain sales consultants for arrangement.

What to Wear / Recommended Mount Trus Madi Climbing Attire

  1. Light Clothing like t-shirt and track pants.
  2. Small light towel
  3. Backpack in light and drinking water
  4. Wear covered walking/hiking shoes with good grip.
  5. Leech socks

Things to Bring

  1. Warm clothing (Temperature can be freezing at times)
  2. Torch light or head torch (To light your way during the pre-dawn climb and to signal for help when needed)
  3. Rain coat (To protect you from rain and wind, and it will slow down the loss of body heat)
  4. Whistle (Only to be used when is needed.)
  5. Some energy food and water, e.g. extra chocolate, glucose, tablets, biscuits (For emergency-use when you are waiting for help to arrive)
  6. Leech socks
  7. Good trekking shoes
  8. Waterproof bag to store your belongings
  9. Jacket/ Windbreaker
  10. Personal Toiletries
  11. Gloves (For protection from cold and while holding on to ropes)
  12. Trekking pole

Things you should know

  1. Climbers are required to book date at least one month before climbing.
  2. You are not allowed to open or create any new trails and required to follow exisiting trail only.
  3. There is a limit of 5 climbers to one guide during each trip (depends on trail taken).
  4. Cutting of tree or plants whether dead or alive is strictly prohibited.
  5. Please bring your own extra clothes and bath items (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc…)
  6. You can hire a porter but will need to be arranged in advance.
  7. You will need to bring your own cooking utensils and equipment.

You also need to know:

  • This trail is physically challenging. Please ensure you are relatively fit to climb this mountain.
  • It is recommended that all climbers should have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. If you have a history of suffering from the following ailments, it is highly recommended that you should refrain from climbing: Hypertension, Diabetes, Palpitation, Arthritis, Heart disease, severe anemia, Peptic ulcers, Epileptic fits, Obesity (overweight), Chronic asthma, Muscular cramps, Hepatitis (jaundice); or any other disease which may hamper the climber.