Dragon Horn Peaks (Bukit Nenek Semukut)
Bukit Nenek Semukut
Two sharp granite peaks at the southern tip of Tioman, the island's emblem, said to be the horns of a dragon princess who became the island.
The Dragon Horn Peaks consist of two steep granite spires, north and south, with the southern peak rising about 630 m. They can be seen from far out at sea and are the island's symbol. Local legend tells of a dragon princess who paused over this stretch of sea while flying to Singapore. She transformed into Tioman, and the twin peaks are her horns. The peaks rise behind the southern fishing village of Mukut. From the village, follow a stream valley on foot for about 20 minutes to Mukut Waterfall, from which you can view the twin peaks. Climbing to the summit requires a local guide. The route is steep, involves scrambling and takes half a day or more, so most visitors only view and photograph the peaks from Mukut village or from a round-the-island boat trip. To reach Mukut, charter a boat or join a southern round-island tour. It is about 30 minutes by boat from Genting, and some seasonal ferries also stop at the Mukut jetty.
Opening hours
All day (climbing requires a guide)
Nearby sights
- Asah Waterfall
- Nipah Bay
- Kampung Genting
- Juara Turtle Project
- Paya Beach
- Juara Bay
- Renggis Island Marine Park
- Kampung Tekek & Marine Park Centre