Gunung Irau

Gunung Irau (2 April, 2004)


Gunung Irau (GPS: 4.51696, 101.36209) is 2110 m (6900ft), making it the tallest peak in Cameron Highlands and the 15th tallest in Malaysia. Gunung Irau is a popular destination among hikers, who usually trek there from nearby Gunung Brinchang, a journey of three hours each way, passing through the fragile ecosystem of the Mossy Forest. Technically, Gunung Irau is in Perak rather than Pahang.

Even as hiking becomes an increasingly popular activity, it is unfortunate to note that civic-mindedness and environmental consciousness have not increased correspondingly. As a result, it is not unusual to find litter in both the Mossy Forest as well as the trail in Gunung Brinchang and Gunung Irau. AsiaExplorers position on this matter is that it is better not to open the destinations to anybody unless there is better control and maintenance.

360° View of Gunung Irau on Google Maps Street View

Gunung Irau Ecological Hike

If you wish to explore Gunung Irau, Gunung Irau or the Mossy Forest, I highly recommend that you engage a good ecological guide. Not only will he be able to provide you valuable details that will enhance your experience, he will also ensure that you do not unknowingly damage the fragile mossy forest ecology. Furthermore, you are less likely to get lost in the company of an experience guide. As a member of AsiaExplorers, you are reminded to be environmentally friendly. In other words, do not discard any inorganic matter in the forest, not even a single sweet wrapper please.

Gunung Irau is on map

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