Mount Trus Madi

Mount Trus Madi

Mount Trus Madi is Sabah's second highest peak, located in the central part of Sabah, in the 1,400 square kilometer Crocker Range Park.
Nearest airportKota Kinabalu International Airport
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Mount Trus Madi is Sabah’s second highest peak, located in the central part of Sabah, in the 1,400 square kilometer Crocker Range Park. With an abundance of birds, orchids, and nepenthes (pitcher plants), you will be rewarded with beautiful views as you follow the trail from the village of Sinua to the summit of Trus Madi. Unlike Mount Kinabalu, very few tourists venture here, so a visit will prove to be very special, as well as challenging. Recommended for adventurous travellers who are fit, and willing to rough it out as camps are very basic. Expect variable weather, a lot of uphill terrain, hot & humid environments and extended hours of hiking (5-7 hours) during some days. Suitable for those wanting to explore a beautiful area with limited infrastructure and are prepared to take up a challenge. If you prefer a more gentle alternative to Mount Kinabalu we recommend the 2D1N Kampung Kiau trek.

Why go

  • Sabah's second highest peak
  • 1,400 square kilometer Crocker Range Park
  • Summit at 2,642m
  • Camps above 1,600m can drop to 13°C
  • Wildlife you might see

    Getting therePick up from your hotel in Kota Kinabalu at 7am, 4 hour drive to Sinua Village at the base of Mount Trus Madi, in the heart of the Crocker Range Park.

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    Trips you can do here

    Mount Trus Madi, Sabah

    3D2N Mount Trus Madi Expedition

    3 days
    Departs Kota Kinabalu
    From RM 1,950

    Travel guides

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    Mount Trus Madi, Sabah
    Travel Guides

    What Is Climbing Mount Trus Madi Really Like?

    Malaysia's second-highest mountain by the Sinua route: a steep jungle trail, two nights at Camp 2 and a pre-dawn summit push. No crowds, no mountain resort.

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